Week of August 18th

BIT BRIGADE: Performs Mega Man X

7:00pm @ Come and Take It Live - $26.89

Watch a live rock band perform the entire Mega Man X soundtrack while a speed-runner plays through the game in real-time on stage! This mind-bending fusion of live music and competitive gaming creates an electrifying experience where every boss battle becomes a concert moment. Get tickets here for this one-of-a-kind audiovisual spectacle that celebrates both nostalgia and live performance art.

Austin Pride Week Rainbow Skate

7:00pm - 10:00pm @ Pins & Wheels At Playland - $14 (includes skates)

Celebrate Pride Week on wheels with DJ Chorizo Funk spinning funky beats while you glide around the rink in rainbow style! This all-ages LGBTQIA+ celebration combines retro roller skating with community spirit and fabulous music. Roll up to the rink for an inclusive night of fun that serves as the perfect warm-up to Saturday's big Pride Celebration.

How I Met Your Mother Trivia

7:00pm - 9:00pm @ Punch Bowl Social, Domain, FREE!

Test your knowledge of the legendary sitcom across five epic rounds while surrounded by games, food, and good vibes! Costumes are totally encouraged, so grab your Blue French Horn and compete for awesome prizes. Join the legendary night at this all-ages venue where trivia meets social gaming paradise.

Men's Sauna Social

5pm - 7pm @ The Ocean Lab, $25

Ditch the locker room small talk for something deeper at Austin's most intimate men's gathering. This guided sauna experience promises meaningful conversation, nervous system regulation, and genuine male bonding through shared vulnerability. With local tea, waterloo, and guided prompts, it's where modern masculinity meets ancient wellness traditions—no egos, just real connections in the heat.

Totally Rad 80s Prom Gone Bad — Murder Mystery Dinner

7pm @ Pinballz Kingdom - $45

Step into the neon-soaked chaos of Mayhem High's prom where mullets meet murder! This interactive whodunit experience pits you against preppies, punks, and jocks while someone harbors a deadly secret. Your ticket includes the mystery, a themed buffet with Lemon Pepper Chicken, and drink tickets for specialty cocktails like Spiked Punch—can you solve the case before the final dance?

Back to the 99 & the 2000 Adult Skate Night

7pm - 11pm @ Pins & Wheels At Playland - $16

Throw on your cargo pants and frosted tips for the ultimate nostalgia trip! This 18+ skating extravaganza combines roller skating with the greatest hits from Y2K era. Beyond skating, you've got bowling, axe throwing, karaoke, and arcade games—it's like Chuck E. Cheese for adults who remember when flip phones were cool.

Radio Talent Show

7pm @ Radio Coffee & Beer - FREE

Channel your inner superstar at Austin's monthly talent showcase where anyone can shine for a shot at $50 cash! This all-ages competition welcomes every type of performer, from musicians to magicians to interpretive dancers. Sign up at the venue and show Radio Coffee & Beer what you've got—fame and fortune (well, $50) await!

Exploring the Future of Artificial General Intelligence

6:30-9pm @ Violet Crown Cinema, $22

Learn about one of humanity's most critical conversations at this documentary screening of "The Thinking Game" followed by an exclusive Q&A with leading AI researchers and ethicists. Explore the global race to create the first AGI, from labs where algorithms learn at breakneck speed to philosophical debates about consciousness and control. Perfect for anyone curious about the technology that will reshape our future.

Garrison Brothers Wild Game Dinner

6:30-9pm @ Saltgrass Bee Cave, $200

Feast on a five-course wild game extravaganza featuring Creole fried venison backstrap, jackalope sausage bolognese (venison, boar, and rabbit), boneless quail with crab stuffing, and wild boar volcano shanks. Each course is paired with premium Garrison Brothers bourbon tastings and specialty cocktails - a carnivore's dream come true.

Nickelodeon Trivia Night

7-9pm @ Pinballz Lake Creek, FREE!

Pure nostalgic fun where you can dress as your favorite Nick character while trying to avoid being slimed by Hidden Temple Guards! RSVP for free admission and compete for awesome prizes while Mikki's Tavern keeps the food and drinks flowing. It's '90s kid heaven with arcade games galore.

Scissor Sisters Launch Party

8:30pm @ Pershing Hall

The Queen Bee's are switching things up for this pride bash featuring specialty drinks, lesbian arm wrestling competitions for prizes, curated music, a night market with vendors like @ridetheconcord and @thelittlegayshop, plus tarot readings and astrology sessions. It's a uniquely Austin blend of queer culture, competition, and community celebration.

FLWRPOT RITUALS: Bluntz Workshop

6pm - 9pm @ Cheer Up Charlies - $20 Workshop/$1+ Basic Entry

A ritualized smoking workshop featuring herbal blends for intentional smoking and guided lessons on rolling technique. This is part 2 of a 4-part series exploring different smoking methods, complete with MC, DJs, market vendors, and community celebration. Sponsored by Austin's oldest apothecary, The Herb Bar.

Smash Bros Tournament

6:30pm - 10:30pm @ Slackers Brewing, FREE!

Chill Smash Bros tournament with open play starting at 6:30pm and tourney around 7pm. Grab a drink, show off your Smash moves, and compete for awesome prizes - all completely free!

Third Thursday Bath House Happy Hour

5pm - 8pm @ Ceremony Social Spa - $20

Unwind in saunas and cold plunges while vibing to DJ Kelly D and grabbing delicious bites from Patrizi's. Features local vendors, fun games, and a chance to win 3 months of unlimited access - plus those $20 Bath House 10-Packs!

Movies on the Lake: Clueless

8:30pm @ Mozart's Coffee Roasters

Watch Clueless under the stars by beautiful Lake Austin! RSVP for free deck seats or rent paddleboards/floater chairs for the ultimate movie experience on the water. Grab movie treats like popcorn and candy while you watch!

Japanese Whisky Tasting

7pm - 8pm @ Pinballz Lake Creek, $50+

Dive into the amazing world of Japanese whisky with guided tastings featuring Nikka From The Barrel, Coffey Malt, and Single Malt Miyagikyo paired with custom charcuterie. VIP ticket holders get the exclusive Yamazaki 18 Year pour—a legendary single malt with deep complexity and notes of dark chocolate and spice that's worth every penny.

Secret Level: Stand-Up Comedy

8pm - 9:30pm @ Alamo Drafthouse Mueller, $11+

For just $15, you can catch hilarious comics from Austin's coolest comedy venues without the hassle of downtown—no drink minimums, just laughs at your favorite local movie theater. Features heavyweights from Comedy Mothership, Kill Tony, The Joe Rogan Experience, SXSW, and Don't Tell Comedy. After the laughs, head upstairs for a movie—it's the ultimate date night with free validated garage parking!

NOSTALGIA: Circus Meets Memory in Motion

8:30pm @ Sky Candy (through Sunday), $26+

NOSTALGIA dives deep into the heart's longing to return home, blending powerful circus artistry, intimate storytelling, and evocative movement. This isn't your typical circus—it's an emotional journey through memory featuring Austin's most talented aerial performers in an immersive experience

Pendant Flameworking Competition

6pm @ The Glassmith - 2039 Airport Blvd

Watch live glassblowing competition unfold as artists create pendant masterpieces using flameworking techniques. This full night of live glassblowing with good vibes showcases the ancient art of glass manipulation in a modern competitive format. Witness skilled artisans transform raw glass into wearable art before your eyes.

Stay Weird Austin: A Celebration of ATX Tradition

4pm - 1:30am @ Sagebrush, $25.09+

This inaugural community event is PACKED with fun! Featuring live music from Bob Schneider, Paul Val & Soul Man Sam, Big Wy's Brass Band, plus FREE FOOD from Torchy's Tacos, Via 313 Pizza, Thundercloud Subs, House Park BBQ, and Bubs ATX Burgers. Raffle prizes include 2 ACL Fest wristbands and a $1,250 paddle board outing. Frozen margaritas with Tequila 512 and vendors galore make this the ultimate Austin party!

Classical Music Commemoration: Mehfil-e-Yad

6:30 - 9pm @ Vesper, $22

Experience soul-stirring classical Indian music in this intimate Mehfil featuring raga, sitar, tabla, and harp performed by Austin's renowned Nizami School of Music. This cultural commemoration honors the legacy of Ustad Ishaq Nizami and Ustad Akhtar Nizami with traditional ghazals, Qawwali, and a unique fusion including Mexika prayers with harmonium. Chai and samosas included, with free and sliding scale tickets available for accessibility.

A Wet Hot Dance Party

7pm - 11pm @ Central Machine Works Brewery, FREE!

KUTX's summer farewell bash with DJs Confucius Jones, DJ Shani, and Soundfounder spinning all night! Rock your best camp vibes—think short-shorts and bathing suits with a retro twist. This free, family-friendly event lets you bring everyone along for the dance party of the summer.

Endless Summer: A Gothic Beach Party

8pm - midnight @ Empire Control Room & Garage, $14+

Preserve that deathly gothic glow at this blacklight beach party featuring killer burlesque performances by Ruby Lamb, Amelie Ahmose, and Roc Gaude, plus aerials by Sado Moore. Compete in the Parasol Contest and vie for the title of Summer Goth Bae of 2025! With DJs spinning darkwave and post-punk all night, this 18+ celebration offers Gothic Beach photo ops and blacklight body painting.

Kitten Yoga

2pm @ Wheatsville South Lamar Food Co-Op - Check Facebook for details

Combine adorable adoptable kittens with relaxing yoga poses in this heartwarming session that benefits both your flexibility and furry friends in need. Practice your downward dog while actual cats weave between your legs, creating the most distracting and delightful yoga experience possible. Check the Facebook event for this unique blend of wellness and animal rescue that guarantees smiles and possible kitten adoptions.

Simpsons Puff and Paint

6pm - 9pm @ Taquero Mucho, $42+

Did someone say D'oh-pe art night? Bring your favorite green companion to this creative cannabis-friendly painting session celebrating America's most iconic animated family. Artist Nadia Rose guides you through creating Simpsons-inspired masterpieces while you puff and paint the night away. All materials provided - just bring yourself and your favorite herbal enhancement for this judgment-free artistic adventure.

29th Street Block Party feat. Ringo Deathstarr, J'cuuzi, and Shallowater

6pm - 10pm @ 29th Street Ballroom - $15, All Ages

This is the ultimate block party experience featuring killer live sets from dreamy shoegaze masters Ringo Deathstarr alongside J'cuuzi and Shallowater. Plus there's a free show at Tweedy's with Important Group & Commercial Breaks, DJ Hollywood Jones spinning decks, a Subculture Swap with vendors, tattoos, and vintage goods. Get your tickets now for this multi-venue musical extravaganza that's taking over the whole neighborhood.