Our top choices for things to do in Austin this Week of June 5, 2023, include Cine Las Americas International Film Festival, Mary Chapin Carpenter in Concert, The Haunting of the Tavern, and more!
Austin is now among the fastest-growing metroplexes in the US! Keeping up with the growth, luckily, there’s plenty going on in Austin all days of the week.
There are things to do on Monday in Austin, of course, things to do in Austin on Saturday night, and everything in between! Some of you may be looking for things to do in Austin with family, while others may be focused on free things to do in Austin this week. Either way, you can be sure that we have you covered in our list below.
Editor’s Note: Our staff works hard to bring you the latest information. However, all information mentioned in this article is subject to change. As always, please confirm before heading out.
Also, remember to check out our articles on Austin Pride 2023, Best Dessert in Austin, Gluten Free Bakery Austin, and Date Ideas Austin!
Deal Alert – Get the highly-rated Live Music Austin Crawl tour for just $85 for 2 adults!
Experience Austin’s live music scene on a tour led by a guide. Visit as many as three iconic clubs and up-and-coming venues and enjoy hearing live music with a group of fun fellow travelers. Don’t get caught listening to cover bands, listen to authentic music in one of the world’s music capitals.
- Live music tour in Austin Provides a great overview for first-time visitors
- Listen to a variety of live music at several venues
- Learn about the history of the Texas state capital
Get more information and book your Live Music Austin Crawl tour TODAY!!!
Things to do in Austin this week of June 5, 2023 – Monday
Pride Outdoor Workout with Castle Hill Fitness

Image Credit: Waterloo Greenway FB Page
Join them for an outdoor workout series that amplifies, supports, and empowers the LGBTQIA+ community. Come learn the basic steps and popular variations of Two Step in this lead & follow LGBT-centered class. All skill levels are welcome. No partner is needed.
When: Monday to Sunday, June 5, 2023 — June 11, 2023
Where: Waterloo Greenway, 1111 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701
How much: Not Stated
Check out our article on Austin Pride 2023 to see more Pride Month events!
Fun Things to do in Austin this week of June 5, 2023 – Tuesday
Party on the Patio: Retro Game Night
It’s time to go retro! How long has it been since you last played Taboo or Clue? Relive all the fun you had with those retro games with your crew this Tuesday at Pinstack! They’ll have all your favorite throwback board games ready which you can pair with their Tuesday Half-Price Games in their massive game room. Also, don’t forget to check out their great food and innovative adult beverages.
When: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 | 4 p.m.
Where: PINSTACK, 500 W Canyon Ridge Dr, Austin, TX 78753
How much: Free
Mary Chapin Carpenter in Concert
Mary Chapin Carpenter has released 16 albums in her career. And this Tuesday, she’s coming to Austin to promote her latest one “The Dirt and the Stars” which she released in 2020. Grab your tickets now and hear some of her hit classics as well as newer songs.
When: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 | 7 p.m.
Where: The Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
How much: Starts at $39.50
The Haunting of the Tavern by The Tavern and Esther’s Follies
Watch as current and former Esther’s Follies cast members along with other Austin entertainers transform into a fun mystery-solving gang this Tuesday to solve the Haunting of the Tavern. It’s sure to be one thrilling show so don’t miss it.
When: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 | 6:30 p.m.
Where: The Tavern, 922 W 12th St, Austin, TX 78703
How much: $80
Things to do in Austin this week of June 5, 2023 – Wednesday
Cine Las Americas International Film Festival
The Cine Las Americas International Film Festival is back and it will feature more in-theater screenings and programs than ever before.
The festival will open with Eva Longoria’s “Flamin Hot” and it will close with Claudia Sainte-Luce’s comedy “Amor y Matematicas.”
Other films to watch out for include Clara Cullen’s “Manuela”, Lorena Padilla’s “Martínez,” Bernardo Ruiz’ “El Equipo (The Team),” and Marie Clements’ “Bones of Crows.” For a full schedule of shows, please visit the festival website.
When: Wednesday – Sunday, June 7 – 11, 2023 | 7 pm
Where: AFS Cinema, 6259 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, TX 78752
How much: $12 – $20 per screening | $125 for full Festiva badge
Deal Alert – Check out the Austin Ghost and Bat Segway Tour for just $69.99 for 2 adults!
Discover another side of Austin on a 2.5-hour Segway tour that features bats and ghosts. Offered from March to October, this nighttime ride through downtown Austin visits haunted hotels and buildings, famous landmarks, and the world’s largest urban bat colony. See the Texas State Capitol Building, Lady Bird Lake, Austin Convention Center, the 6th Street Entertainment district, Moonlight Towers, and more
- Learn to ride a Segway in a few easy steps
- Hear the ghostly tales behind Austin’s historic buildings
- Look for bats from the huge bat colony at the Congress Avenue Bridge
- See landmarks including the Texas State Capitol building and Austin Convention Center
Get more information and book your Austin Ghost and Bat Segway tour TODAY!!!
Things to do in Austin this week of June 5, 2023 – Thursday
Becky Robinson: She Gone Tour
Becky Robinson is an LGBTQA+ LA-based comedian, actor, writer, and voiceover star. Known as “Entitled Housewife,” her viral golf character Becky has helped her rack up millions of views and fans. And now, she’s coming to Austin to share more of the laughter she puts out online.
When: Thursday, June 8, 2023, 8 pm
Where: Stateside at the Paramount, 719 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
How much: $37.50 – $70.50
Things to do in Austin this week of June 5, 2023 – Friday
Showtime in the Park
Head out with the family this Friday and enjoy the summer weather outdoors while kicking off Summer Stock Austin’s 2023 season at Pease District Park! There will be live performances, games, food, drinks, and a double feature of Summer Stock Austin’s original movie musicals.
When: Friday, June 9, 2023, 5 pm
Where: Pease District Park, 1100 Kingsbury St, Austin, TX 78703
How much: Free
Deal Alert – Food Tour of Downtown Austin – 2 adults for just $87
Stroll through the streets of downtown Austin on a guided urban gastronomy experience. Explore the city’s central and historic area and sample numerous foods—from BBQ brisket to Austin-style breakfast tacos. Along the way, you’ll discover some of the city’s popular sights and attractions. This tour is ideal for foodies and hungry visitors. The tour departs from a convenient location in the middle of Austin. What’s Included
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Austin-style breakfast taco
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Central Texas pit-style BBQ brisket
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Authentic Italian cannoli with a twist
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Chicken and potato tamales with black bean dip
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Gourmet doughnut
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Our delicious Secret Dish
Get more information and book your Food Tour of Downtown Austin TODAY!!!
Things to do in Austin on Saturday – June 10, 2023
Austin Pride Block Party Kick Off
Austin Daiquiri Factory is hosting them for a pride block party kick-off market come to celebrate with them. Dj cleo will be setting the vibes along with Local, Handmade & Vintage vendors for the occasion.
When: Saturday, June 10, 2023 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Where: 2000 East 12th Street Austin, TX 78702
How much: Free
2nd Annual Pflugerville Pride

Image Credit: Pflugerville Pride FB Page
This year’s celebration is bigger and better than ever before, with not one, but two outdoor stages and two indoor venues ready to showcase their local community artists and entertainers. Their legislative panel will provide important insights into the issues facing our community, and when the sun sets, the fun continues with Pride after Dark ($)- 21+ entertainment, vendors, and events at Hanovers.
When: Saturday, June 10, 2023 | 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: 100 East Main Street Pflugerville, TX 78660
How much: Free
Check out our article on Austin Pride 2023 to see more Pride Month events!
Things to do in Austin this week of June 5, 2023 – Sunday
PRIDE Yoga + Sound Bath
Soul Strong Yoga is partnering with Round Rock PRIDE, Everwell Yoga, and Sound for Stress to bring the most nourishing fundraising event they could dream up! Take good care of your body + mind while also raising money for a great cause! Cindy will guide us through a Yoga Flow and then we will settle down for a slower, stretchier Yin Yoga practice with a Sound Bath, including crystal singing bowls and therapeutic gongs.
When: Sunday, June 11, 2023 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Where: 309 W Main St #121, Round Rock, TX 78664
How much: $55
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