Austin is having a festive week.
Wednesday, Sept. 22
Running through Saturday, Sept. 25, The Texas Tribune Festival will be presenting various speakers in virtual and in-person events. The festival is a “multi-day celebration of big, bold ideas about politics, public policy and the day’s news.” Tickets are available to watch on-demand but over 20 sessions are free to watch too.
Relive Chet Baker’s music on Wednesday with Born to Be Blue featuring Ethan Hawke and Carmen Ejogo. Watch the show at Monks Jazz Club located at 501 Pedernales St, Austin. The show starts from 7:50 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. Price ranges from $10 General Admission, $30 Cafe Table for 2, and $60 Cafe Table for 4.
There would be fun and laughter at the Moontower Comedy Festival 2021 presented by Paramount Theatre. The show will run until Saturday, Sept. 25. See the full show schedule and ticket information here.
Thursday, Sept. 23
Watching movies is better with great food, wine or beer. Check out Doc’s Drive in Theatre schedules which includes the Creepshow this Thursday. Get tickets online at www.docsdriveintheatre.com
Banger's Sausage House and Beer Garden is celebrating an early Oktoberfest at 79 Rainey Street, Austin. Enjoy German-influenced food, beer and live music during the Banger’s Oktoberfest happening from Thursday, Sept. 23 to Saturday, Sept. 25, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 24
Watch "Alien," a 1979 science fiction horror film at Doc’s Drive in Theatre from 10 p.m. to 11:55 p.m. Social distancing is recommended while enjoying a fun night out. Get your tickets at www.docsdriveintheatre.com
Experience the Wine Pairing Dinner with Chef Cody Taylor at the Fall Creek Vineyards. Savor his flavorful, locally farmed menu with his autumn-themed four-course feast. Call (512) 858-4050 for inquiries.
Saturday, Sept. 25
"Shining," a thriller movie starring Jack Nicholson will run at Doc’s Drive in Theatre on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 7:50 p.m. to midnight. Pick your car slot and purchase your ticket here.
Two unique collections are presented by Contracommon which will have an opening reception on Saturday. "Found/Forgotten" and "Sans Land" are masterpieces by local artists Taylor Bailey and Marcus 'Delmar' Clarke respectively. The creations are on view in the gallery through Oct. 15.
Celebrate the African heritage through Brazilian, Latin and Caribbean rhythms at the Austin Summer Carnival 2021 held at the Venue ATX. Head over to 516 E Sixth St, Unit B, Austin to enjoy the show which starts at 6 p.m. https://www.austinsummercarnival.com/
Sunday, Sept. 26
Austin FC fans should not miss the Austin FC vs LA Galaxy game this Sunday at the Q2 Stadium. Single-match ticketing information for all regular-season home matches at Q2 Stadium is available now.