The Palmer Events Center in Austin will host a series of events throughout August, including workshops, sales, shows, and sporting competitions.
On August 4-5, the 2025 EPA Region 6 CMOM Workshop will take place at the venue. Representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Austin Water, and the Water Environment Association of Texas (WEAT) are set to meet with municipal permit holders to discuss examples of effective capacity, management, operation, and maintenance practices.
Jurassic Quest is scheduled for August 8-10. The event features detailed dinosaur exhibits along with interactive activities such as fossil digs, rides, bounce houses, and games.
Vintage enthusiasts can attend the City-Wide Vintage Sale on August 16-17. The event brings together local vendors offering furniture, clothing, décor, music items, art pieces and more under one roof.
Also on August 16-17 is Pop Cats 2025. This event celebrates cats through various activities and vendors. Attendees can meet adoptable cats or bring their own pets while exploring themed displays.
Tattoo Education Sessions are planned for August 17-18. These sessions are designed to support tattoo artists by sharing real-world tools and experiences to help advance their skills and strengthen their community.
Le Garage Sale returns from August 22-24 with hundreds of independent boutiques and local labels offering merchandise at discounted prices.
Model train fans can visit the Austin Train Show on August 23-24. The show will cover over 25,000 square feet with model railroading exhibits, vendor tables, a kiddie train ride, LEGO railroads and other attractions.
On August 27, the City of Austin’s Small Business Connection Conference will be held at the center. Attendees will have opportunities to learn about new business prospects in Austin while networking with industry leaders and local officials who help shape the city’s economic landscape. Additional information about this conference is available at www.palmereventscenter.com.
Melee Combat Championship 5 takes place on August 30 featuring an MMA/Muay Thai cage fight presented by Melee Fight League.
The month concludes with Texas Roller Derby on August 31 as teams Cherry Bombs and Rhinestones compete in a banked-track roller derby match starting at 6 p.m., with doors opening an hour earlier.
For those planning to attend these events by car or public transportation: “Located within downtown Austin, yet cradled by Butler Park, Auditorium Shores, and Lady Bird Lake near downtown Austin, the Palmer Events Center is easily accessible from Barton Springs Rd. or Riverside Dr. by car or public transportation,” according to event organizers.
To ease parking congestion: “Pro Tip: The Riverside Dr. entrance to the parking garage is often underutilized. To avoid traffic at the Barton Springs Rd. entrance, use the Riverside Dr. entrance.”
The Palmer Events Center is situated at 900 Barton Springs Rd., within three miles of approximately 11,000 hotel rooms in downtown Austin.
Further details about upcoming events can be found on the monthly calendar at www.palmereventscenter.com.
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