Week of February 17th

Ultimate Journaling Workshop

6:30PM-8:30PM @ Make at Rosie - $25/person

Transform your journaling game in this hands-on creative workshop. Create a custom journal from scratch or enhance your existing one with an array of supplies. Perfect for ages 15+ interested in meal planning, budgeting, book reviews, or creative expression. All materials provided.

Blue Öyster Cult

7:00PM (doors) @ Paramount and Stateside Theatres, $39.50+

Rock legends Blue Öyster Cult bring 50 years of iconic hard rock to Austin, fresh off their latest album "Ghost Stories" (April 2024). Experience classics like "(Don't Fear) The Reaper" and "Godzilla" performed by the powerhouse duo of Buck Dharma and Eric Bloom, backed by their stellar band.

Vegas Heartbreak Bingo Revenge

7:00PM-9:00PM @ Hanovers Draught Haus (Pflugerville), FREE!

Join host Ms. Vegas Van Cartier for a wild night of bingo featuring 6 rounds of prizes and 3 cash prize opportunities. FREE to play and LGBTQIA+ friendly! Must be 21+ and arrive by 7:15 PM to keep your reserved table. Free RSVP available.

Sushi Roku's One Year Anniversary

Multiple Times @ Sushi Roku - 50% off entire menu

Celebrate Sushi Roku's first anniversary with an incredible 50% discount on their entire menu from February 18th-21st. Better yet, Innovative Dining Group is giving back by donating to the Andy Roddick Foundation, supporting underserved youth in East Austin.

No Regrets Tattoo Experience

6pm @ RICHESART GALLERY

A unique BYOB event where you can learn tattoo artistry without the lifetime commitment! Led by Christian McNeil, learn stencil application, fine line work, and shading techniques. Create your own temporary tattoo in this hands-on workshop that brings tattoo culture to life.

Horror and Cult Movie Trivia Night

7pm - 9pm @ Tweedy's Bar, FREE! | 21+

Test your horror and cult film knowledge at this bi-monthly trivia showdown. Bring your crew and compete for awesome prizes while enjoying the spooky atmosphere. Perfect for film buffs and horror enthusiasts.

Voces Unidas - RAICES Fundraiser

7:10PM @ Empire Control Room & Garage - $20-$50

Join this powerful benefit concert featuring diverse artists like Catterina, Gilded Lows, The Opera, and more. Every ticket sale directly supports RAICES, providing vital legal aid for Texas immigrants and refugees. Plus, explore the Vendor Village and catch live screen printing from Goody Bag. Use code "UNITY25" for 15% off tickets.

Hawky Tonk w/ Gus Clark & Travis Cole

9:00PM @ Mohawk Austin - $15, All Ages

Don't miss the debut of Mohawk's new monthly country bash featuring Gus Clark & the Least of His Problems teaming up with Travis Cole's Hellbent Honky Tonk for an unforgettable night of authentic country music.

The Gabriel Santiago Project Live Taping

8:00PM @ Monks Jazz Club - $20+, BYOB

Experience an intimate live taping featuring Gabriel Santiago's mesmerizing fusion of Brazilian rhythms and jazz, accompanied by an all-star band including Justin Vasquez on sax and flute. Special whisper-policy in effect for recording.

The Boyz of Austin: Are The Straights Okay?!

9:30pm (DOORS) - late @ Elysium, $9 | 18+

Join this hilariously satirical drag show that playfully explores heterosexual culture through a queer lens. Come dressed in your most vibrant rainbow attire or go full grayscale – all are welcome in this inclusive celebration of diversity and humor. Show starts at 10:30pm with a night full of comedy, catharsis, and pure entertainment.

Games Y'all: PowerPoint Night & Indie Games

7pm - 10pm @ 1908 Kramer Ln Suite 250, FREE!

Join the Austin games community for a unique evening of PowerPoint presentations on quirky topics like birds, boyfriends, and cryptids, plus hands-on demos of innovative indie games. This indoor event, presented by Games Y'all and MoHA, brings together game creators, digital artists, and enthusiasts in a welcoming space that celebrates diversity in gaming. Free admission with encouraged RSVP, donations welcome.

ATX Galentines: Heart Cake Decorating with Wine and Charcuterie

7:00PM @ Mira Mira Venue - $68

Celebrate friendship at this post-Valentine's creative gathering! Learn to decorate a mini disco heart cake while enjoying charcuterie and wine. Each ticket includes a 4" vanilla heart cake to decorate, gourmet snacks, and drinks. Perfect for a unique night out with friends.

3rd Annual ATX Backcountry Film Festival

6:00PM-9:00PM @ Hold Out Brewing

Celebrate 20 years of winter culture with 11 captivating short films exploring adventure, ski culture, and pristine powder. Enjoy gear giveaways plus Hold Out beer and food. This isn't just entertainment – it's a movement helping preserve winter for future generations.

Highland House of Lepore: 3rd Thursdays

10pm - 2am @ Highland Lounge - $7 cover, 18+

Join the House of Lepore for a vibrant voguing celebration of zodiac energy, featuring a mini ball with categories including Runway, Face, and Performance. Hosted by Icon Natalie Lepore and ATX Father Mazzi Lepore, this 18+ event brings stellar beats and fierce competition. Each month spotlights a different zodiac sign, with February honoring Pisces season. LSS starts at 10:30pm.

Nosferatu Festival 2025 - A Weekend of Vampires

8:00PM - 2:00AM @ Kick Butt Coffee - $25+, through Sunday

Get ready for a spooktacular celebration of vampire culture at Austin's Nosferatu Festival! This unique event features live bands, burlesque shows, and sideshow acts, all themed around the iconic 1922 horror film. Night One kicks off with performances by The Belgraves, Freddy VS, and Nim Vind, plus more surprise acts to be announced. Perfect for fans of the macabre and gothic culture!

Weller Bourbon Whiskey Tasting

7:00PM - 8:00PM @ Pinballz Lake Creek - $70+

Immerse yourself in an exclusive bourbon tasting experience featuring Weller's prestigious wheated whiskeys. Sample six premium selections including Special Reserve, Antique 107, and the rare Weller 12 Year. VIP tickets include exclusive tastings of Full Proof and C.Y.P.B. Enjoy carefully curated charcuterie boards while learning from whiskey experts.

Salvation: Love as Resistance

7:00PM - 11:00PM @ Busy Signal - $15-550

Join Shea Butter Babies Productions™ for a powerful evening celebrating love as a revolutionary force. This unique show combines burlesque, live music, and diverse performances exploring different dimensions of love. Inspired by the works of Audre Lorde and bell hooks, the event features raffles, prizes, and a profound message of authentic self-expression.

ATLiens - Leaving The World Behind Tour

9:00PM @ The Concourse Project - $30-150, 18+

Experience an otherworldly electronic music journey with ATLiens, alongside powerhouse performers Calcium and SampliFire. This high-energy show promises to transport you into another dimension with cutting-edge production and bone-rattling bass. The indoor main room venue ensures an intimate yet explosive atmosphere.

Black History Month Kid's Day at the Carver!

11AM - 3PM @ George Washington Carver Museum - Free

A fantastic family celebration focusing on African Americans and Labor, featuring hands-on activities, creative play, dance workshops with ReClaim, interactive photo ops with local heroes, and a fashion show with performances by The House of Devereaux and Lee Lewis Campbell's Blue Dragon Step Squad.

Cupid's Undie Run

12PM - 4PM @ Kung Fu Saloon, $45+

Join hundreds of brave Austinites for the nation's largest pantless winter charity run! This unique mile-ish run supports neurofibromatosis research while providing a memorable (and chilly) experience. Party before and after the run included.

Carnaval Brasileiro

8PM - 2AM @ Speakeasy - $40+

Austin's wildest Brazilian-style Mardi Gras party returns for its 47th year! Two live Brazilian bands provide non-stop samba music while revelers in flamboyant costumes dance the night away. Features Austin Samba School, Gisele Duque & Brazilian Express, and live body painters.

String Quartet Smackdown IX

7:30PM @ Baker Center - $25+

Think March Madness meets classical music! Watch 16 original four-minute string quartet compositions battle it out tournament-style, with the audience voting live via phone to determine the winner. Winners receive studio recording time and cash prizes.

Nosferatu Festival - Daywalker Bazaar

12:00PM-5:00PM @ DoubleTree By Hilton - Northwest Arboretum

A vampiric celebration featuring a screening of the 1922 classic Nosferatu, short film festival winners, a Nosferatu look-alike contest, and numerous vendors offering gothic and horror-themed merchandise. This unique bazaar brings together film buffs and horror enthusiasts.

Dirty Dancing In Concert

7:00PM @ Bass Concert Hall, $29+

Experience the iconic film like never before with a live band performing the unforgettable soundtrack while watching the digitally remastered movie on a massive screen. Stay after for an encore dance party to sing and dance along to your favorite hits from this beloved classic.

Interference Fest 2025

7:00PM @ 29th Street Ballroom - $20 advance/$25 door

A groundbreaking festival celebrating innovative and interdisciplinary performances, featuring artists Jim White with Marisa Anderson, Edith Frost, and more. This unique event focuses on elevating underrepresented artists from disabled, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC communities in a wheelchair-accessible venue.