Things to Do in Austin This Weekend of May 16, 2025
Our top picks for the Best Fun Events in Austin this Weekend of May 16
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Free Things To Do in Austin this Weekend
Family Art Fun
Unleash the inner artist in you with the whole family this weekend! Explore art-making stations, dance, poetry, collaborative art projects & more at the George Washington Carver Museum.
Where: George Washington Carver Museum, 1165 Angelina St, Austin, TX 78702
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 12:30 pm – 2 pm
How Much: Free
WOW Art Tour
Calling art lovers in Austin! Get to explore the art scene of Dripping Springs this weekend with the WOW Art Tour! See various works on ceramics, mixed media, oils, watercolor, metal, paper, fabric, wood, and metal.
This year, the tour features 36 Artists, 23 Stops, and four main HUBS including Handmade at Nutty Brown Store, Primal Gallery, Dead End Art Studio, and Brenham House Collection.
Where: Various locations
When: Saturday – Sunday, May 17 – 18, 2025 | 11 am – 6 pm
How Much: Free
Bloodline Brushstrokes: Music and Fashion Show
Get ready to see fabulous fashion while listening to some amazing music at Bloodline Brushstrokes. The event features live music by Dennis Jacob Berry, known as Mr. Skillion, a genre-blending artist whose music combines hip-hop, soul, and spoken word to tell powerful stories rooted in heritage and liberation.
The event is part of their current art exhibition, “Bloodline Brushstrokes: A Fifth Generation Vision” of Jacob Fontaine’s “Legacy in Art.”
Where: Old Bakery and Emporium, 1006 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 2 pm
How Much: Free
Things To Do in Austin this Weekend – Friday Events
Austin Symphony Orchestra: Summertime
Enjoy the warm summer breeze while listening to the blend of contemporary and classic music performed by the Austin Symphony Orchestra. Prepare to be swept away by Carlos Simon’s powerful “Amen!” or travel to the heart of Charleston with Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess.
Where: The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704
When: Friday, May 16 – 17, 2025 | 8 pm
How Much: Starts at $30
Cine Las Americas Film Festival
Take a few friends and dive into the 27th annual Cine Las Americas International Film Festival! Go on a unique journey through films by and about Latine/xs and Indigenous peoples of the Americas, with captivating selections also arriving from Spain and Portugal.
Where: Various locations in Austin
When: Friday, May 16 – 18, 2025
How Much: Starts at $12
Affordable Art Fair
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The Palmer Events Center is transforming into the vibrant Affordable Art Fair this weekend. The event will be showcasing a dynamic collection from 55 local, national, and international galleries.
You’ll discover thousands of contemporary artworks, ranging from just $100 to $10,000, offering a fantastic opportunity to find a piece you’ll love, no matter your budget or taste.
Even if you’re not buying, you’ll get to learn so much about art through engaging panel discussions, insightful tours, and hands-on workshops.
Where: Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
When: Friday, May 16 – 18, 2025
How Much: Not Stated
Broadway in Austin: Moulin Rouge the Musical
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Prepare to be swept away by the Tony Award®-winning sensation, Moulin Rouge! The Musical.
Step into a dazzling realm of romance and extravagance, where bohemians and aristocrats collide in an electrifying spectacle of love, music, and dance.
Where: Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712
When: Friday, May 16 – 25, 2025
How Much: Not stated
Julius Caesar
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Witness Austin Shakespeare’s bold take on Julius Caesar, where a powerful ensemble of women takes center stage as the conspirators.
Intrigued? Mark your calendars this weekend!
Where: Zilker Hillside Theater, 2206 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746
When: Friday, May 16 – 25, 2025 | 8 pm – 10:30 pm
How Much: Free
Lulufest
LuluFest Austin returns for its 8th year, bringing two unforgettable nights packed with the incredible music of both local and international musicians.
Some acts to look forward to are Carolyn Trowbridge Band, Dena DeRose Trio, Ada Rovatti Quintet featuring Randy Brecker, and more.
Where: First Unitarian Universalist Church of Austin, 4700 Grover Ave, Austin, TX 78756
When: Friday, May 16 – 17, 2025 | 7 pm – 10 pm
How Much: $20 – $60
Things to Do in Austin this Weekend – Saturday Events
Blue Genie Art Bazaar May Market
Dive into the fifth annual May Market and discover a vibrant collection of unique creations, showcasing the talents of nearly 200 regional artists and artisans.
Where: Blue Genie Art Bazaar, 6100 Airport Blvd Ste C, Austin, TX 78752
When: Saturday, May 17 – June 1, 2025 | 10 am
How Much: Free entry
Touch the Art
At the transformed ART HQ, you’re invited to touch, explore, and truly connect with installations and pieces from over 50 artists. This includes unique collaborations with the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.
Your ticket also includes a themed drink (cocktail or mocktail) plus a special edition “Touch the Art” sticker.
Where: Almost Real Things HQ, 820 Shelby Ln #103, Austin, TX 78745
When: Saturday, May 17 – 25, 2025 | 7 pm – 9 pm
How Much: $12 – $20
Walk to Cure Arthritis
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Get moving while raising awareness and money for better treatments and a cure to arthritis this weekend. Participants will also get a chance to connect with arthritis warriors and caregivers.
Where: Concordia University, 11400 Concordia University Dr, Austin, TX 78726
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 9 am
How Much: Not stated
Things to Do in Austin this Weekend – Sunday Events
Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park
Escape the heat and discover the Austin Symphony Orchestra’s vibrant Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park.
This 23rd season offers FREE ensemble performances, a gift to the Austin community, allowing everyone to connect with the joy of classical music. Performances range from jazz and light classical tunes to familiar pops and film scores.
Where: South Steps of the State Capitol, 1100 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
When: Sunday, May 18 – June 29, 2025 | 7:30 pm
How Much: Free
Sazon Latin Food Market
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Prepare your taste buds for an incredible journey through the Caribbean, Central, and South America with dishes at the Sazon Latin Food Market! Come hungry because the food here will leave you wanting more.
Where: Bold Republic Brewing Company, 7070 Stonehollow, Temple, TX 76502
When: Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 4 pm – 10 pm
How Much: Free
AAPI Heritage Month Market
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month and get to shop from some amazing vendors at Meanwhile Brewing this weekend. There will be 10 talented vendors, each showcasing unique wares, as well as a pop-up from Mahjong Mafia and exclusive asian fusion specials at Songbird and Side Eye Pie food trucks.
Where: Meanwhile Brewing Co., 3901 Promontory Point Dr, Austin, TX 78744
When: Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 11 am – 5 pm
How Much: No cover
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