Week of July 14

Le Plaisir de Liberté: A Bastille Evening

6pm till close @ Justine's Brasserie, FREE!

Celebrate Bastille Day with an enchanting evening of French culture at Justine's Brasserie. This special event features wine tastings, perfume and book experiences, herbal elixirs, and live DJ sets by @japanster. The atmosphere promises authentic French charm with menu specials perfectly paired with wine, creating an immersive celebration of French liberty and joie de vivre.

ATX Short Film Showcase

8pm @ The Ballroom @ Spider House, $12+

Austin's monthly film festival showcases 8 curated local short films followed by filmmaker Q&A sessions inside the legendary Ballroom ATX. This 2-hour event offers networking opportunities with Texas filmmakers, full bar service, and food trucks on-site. Save $3 by purchasing tickets online in advance versus at the door - doors open at 7:30pm for early networking.

MONDAZE: $10 BYOB Comedy

7:00pm - 8:30pm @ East Austin - $10 single, $16 for two

Date night just got affordable! This chill East Side spot offers killer comedy with free parking and BYOB policy. Perfect for couples, friend hangouts, or solo adventures – grab discounted tickets for two ($16.99) or four people ($29.99) and bring your favorite drinks for a night you won't forget.

Church on Monday w/Elias Haslanger

8:30pm @ Continental Club Gallery - $5

Get your jazz salvation with this hard bop master! Elias Haslanger brings his Austin Music Award-winning chops (#14 on national charts) to the intimate Gallery space. Just $5 at the door for 21+ only – no advance tickets, making this a spontaneous musical pilgrimage for true believers.

Stanley Kubrick's Barry Lyndon 50th Anniversary

6pm @ Paramount Theatre, $12

Immerse yourself in Kubrick's 185-minute painterly masterpiece about an Irish rogue's rise through 18th-century society. This visually stunning epic showcases the director's obsessive attention to detail with candlelit cinematography that redefined period filmmaking. Experience Ryan O'Neal's roguish charm in this rarely screened anniversary celebration of cinematic artistry.

Tarot Salon: The Chariot

7pm - 8:30pm @ Ace of Cups - $9-$13

Dive deep into mystical realms at this monthly gathering where tarot enthusiasts explore the cosmic forces of The Chariot card. Bring your deck or borrow one as you journey through trance work, soul-searching meditations, and mind-bending tarot games with fellow seekers. Register sliding scale for this magical collision of past and future vibes—no one turned away for lack of funds!

Los Desechos Psych Cumbia Vinyl Release Party

6pm - 7pm @ Antone's Record Shop, FREE!

Get hypnotized by Austin's trippiest cumbia collective as they drop their latest vinyl masterpiece! Free drinks from Saint Arnold, Weird Tea, and Rambler flow while psychedelic rhythms melt your brain. Snag limited poster art by Billie Buck Posters at this all-ages mind-bender that proves cumbia is the ultimate cosmic dance medicine

Legally Blonde Trivia: Bend & Snap Edition

7pm - 9pm @ Bouldin Acres, FREE!

Channel your inner Elle Woods for five rounds of pink-powered brain teasers covering everything from ammonium thioglycolate to habeas corpus! Rock your best costume while tackling contactless mobile scoring on the outdoor patio. Teams of 1-6 compete for prizes in this celebration of legal genius wrapped in hot pink fabulousness.

Austin Womxn Group Skate Event! Skate & Swim (Barton Springs)

6:30pm - 8:30pm @ Lou Neff Parking Lot - $5+

Join Austin's womxn skate community for a unique adventure that combines skateboarding with swimming at Barton Springs. This empowering group event welcomes all wheel types - skateboards, rollerblades, whatever rolls - for a sunset skate to the springs followed by a refreshing dip before skating back under the stars.

Buck It, The Riff Bucket Comedy Show

9pm - midnight @ Gnar Bar, Pay What You Want

Austin's most underground comedy experience happens at this punk skater bar on Dirty 6th, featuring comics from Kill Tony, The Comedy Mothership, and touring acts from around the globe. This outdoor pay-what-you-want show encourages spontaneous riffs and fresh material testing, followed by an open mic until 2am where musical acts are welcome alongside comedy.

Nineties Karaoke Hosted by Jeannette

9pm - 1am @ Hotel Vegas & The Volstead Lounge - FREE

Transport yourself back to the decade of grunge and boy bands with dedicated '90s karaoke that's completely free and guaranteed nostalgic. Whether you're channeling your inner Alanis Morissette or attempting Backstreet Boys harmonies, this throwback party on East 6th Street promises maximum '90s energy with zero cover charge.

Tame Impala's "Currents" 10 Year Listening Party

8pm - 12am @ The Flower Shop - $30

Dive into a mind-bending neo-psych dreamland celebrating the iconic vibes of "Currents" that shaped a generation. Experience full-album listening from start to finish, DJ sets, immersive installations, and trippy goodies including complimentary Tejas Tonic THC drinks, Plant People mushroom gummies, and KA! Empathogenics kanna mocktails. Lose yourself in the Tame Impala universe with interactive art and sensory surprises that'll recreate that midnight drive magic.

Queer Film Theory 101

7pm @ The Highball , FREE!

A rad LGBTQIA+ storytelling show that explores how movies have shaped our paths to self-discovery. With presenters from Austin's vibrant queer scene, it mixes personal stories with playful film insights, making it a fun, healing, and totally fabulous way to explore the flicks you adore. Since Hollywood might shy away from queering their films, they're here to do it for them!

High, How Are You: Improv Comedy

10pm @ Fallout Theater, $11+

Join six quick-witted performers and three totally baked comedian panelists as they transform your wildest existential questions into fully improvised scenes. Watch as they dive into deep musings and quirky thoughts while you enjoy free pizza (while supplies last) and witness comedy that'll have you saying "Far out!" This good vibes comedy ride promises laughs from performers who might be laughing just as hard.

Movies on the Lake: 50 First Dates

8:30pm @ Mozart's Coffee Roasters

Experience this classic rom-com like never before with a special screening on Lake Austin! You can chill on the deck for free or dive into the movie from the water with paddleboard rentals for $20 or 2-person floater chairs for $30. Bring your crew, grab snacks at the café, and enjoy this unforgettable night under the stars.

Grilled to Death: Block Party Cook Off Murder Mystery

8:00pm - 11:00pm @ Mama Merlot's Speakeasy, $15 (Buda)

Solve a murder mystery while enjoying killer BBQ dishes at this interactive experience that combines suspense with mouth-watering grilled food. Put on your detective hat and dive into this grill-tastic mystery with a two-item minimum at this members-only speakeasy.

FEAR & LOATHING...in Hotel Vegas!

7:00pm (doors) @ Hotel Vegas - FREE 7-9pm then $12

Celebrate Hunter S. Thompson's would-be 88th birthday with live bands, retro market vibes, and free screen-printed shirts for the first 88 drink buyers. The night features killer performances from Think No Think, THE ONE AND ONLY ELVIS PRESLEY, and TREJO across multiple stages with DJ Christian Bland setting the mood.

I Heart Kpop!

9:30pm - 2:00am @ Elysium - $11

Get hyped for an epic night with live DJs spinning your music video requests, plus an open stage for anyone who wants to perform. Grab your tickets online at kpopnite.com or pay cash at the door for the ultimate K-pop dance party experience.

Elder Emo Night

9:30pm @ Swan Dive, $10+

Hey, all you elder emos! Come out for an epic night with DJ PartyByBlake spinning your favorite 90s and 00s pop-punk and emo hits. This 21+ throwback party is perfect for reliving your angsty youth while dancing to all those songs that defined a generation.

OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN (with Master Pancake)

5pm - 7:20pm @ Alamo Drafthouse Village

Watch Gerard Butler save the president while Austin's legendary comedy troupe Master Pancake delivers their hilariously brutal commentary! When North Korean terrorists take the White House and kidnap Aaron Eckhart's president, it's up to Mike Banning (and the Master Pancake crew's wit) to save the day. With Morgan Freeman stepping up as acting president, expect non-stop laughs as John Erler, Mac Blake, and Scott Chester tear this action flick apart with their signature irreverent humor.

Stardust Burlesque Party

9pm - 12am @ High Noon - 21+, $5

Step into a glittery world where old Hollywood glamour meets cheeky western charm! Curated by the fabulous Jolie Goodnight, this isn't your typical Saturday night—it's a dazzling showcase of Austin's best burlesque performers bringing sass and sparkle to High Noon's trippy lounge. With retro western vibes and a burly-Q twist, this glitter-filled extravaganza promises an unforgettable night of theatrical entertainment that's pure Austin weird.

Burners and Brews

7pm @ Nomadic Beerworks, FREE!

Austin's Burning Man community throws their first-ever fundraiser with live DJ sets, craft brews, and a vendor market of handmade goods from local artists. The Sonic Soul Tribe crew encourages you to wear your wildest outfit—think sequins, unicorn onesies, or anything that screams "ridiculous" or "radiant." A portion of beer sales supports live music and art at the PlayBurner Bazaar, making this equal parts party and pregame for the playa.

Sorry Papi - The All Girl Rave

9pm @ Emo's, $30+

Get ready for Austin's first ALL-GIRL RAVE that's completely flipping the script on the male-dominated EDM scene! This isn't just any party—it's a revolutionary space for women to connect, empower each other, and dance the night away. With an all-female DJ lineup spinning house, hardstyle, and techno, plus a glam/glitter area and kandi station, this empowering experience is about to change the rave game forever.

West African Dance, Yoga & Sound Healing

10am-11:30am @ 3rd Eye, $25

Journey to your roots through this unique fusion experience beginning with root chakra yoga, flowing into uplifting West African dance with live drums, and culminating in a restorative sound bath. Jean-Claude Lessou brings authentic Ivory Coast traditions to ground you in rhythmic earth energy while Jennifer Guillory guides the healing integration. This embodied celebration connects ancestral movement with modern wellness.

Drag Makeup + Movement with Alexander the Great

1:15pm-3:15pm @ Brass Ovaries, $40

Transform your face and own the stage with Austin's award-winning drag performer Alexander the Great, the first trans man to win Mister Austin Pride. This two-hour intensive covers bold drag makeup techniques followed by theatrical movement to elevate your stage presence. Perfect for performers ready to expand their skills, bring your makeup kit and clothes you can strut in—48-hour cancellation policy applies.

Rustic Tap's 7th Annual Belly Flop Contest

6pm @ Rustic Tap Beer Garden, $25 Contest Entry

Ready to make a splash? Dive into Austin's most outrageous aquatic competition where technique, style, and sheer audacity collide. Judges will score your belly flop mastery, splash size, and costume creativity for a shot at the $2,000 cash prize and championship belt. This 21+ pool party promises epic fails, legendary laughs, and liquid courage.