Week of July 7

Craft Camp: Crochet Badge

6:30pm-8:30pm @ WhichCraft Tap Room & Bottle Shop - $28.52

Earn your first official "badge" at this boozy craft camp where you'll learn to crochet a square and transform it into a wearable pin! All supplies provided plus tools to continue your crochet journey at home—because nothing says "adult achievement" like drinking beer while mastering a new fiber art.

Goths of the Galaxy - Burlesque Show!

7:45pm @ Kick Butt Coffee Music & Booze, $11.20+

Dark sci-fi meets sultry performance in this cosmic burlesque extravaganza! The Monday Night Jammie Jam transforms into an otherworldly showcase featuring Austin's emerging talent alongside beloved out-of-towners. Throw on your comfiest jammies and prepare for a slumber party-themed show that blasts off with goths, aliens, and all things deliciously dark. Get ready for performances by Jena Butterfly, The Clack Mamba, and Helena Zuul in this epic monthly celebration.

Figure Drawing Session @ 'The Mansion'

7:00pm @ The Mansion (TFWC) - $15

Channel your inner artist in the historic Texas Federation of Women's Clubs mansion for a chill, self-guided nude figure drawing workshop. Mix of quick gesture sketches and one extended pose gives you the perfect artistic challenge. Register here for this 18+ session (16+ with parent), and bring your favorite art supplies to this unique creative sanctuary.

Tesla Regret RESET Event

10:30am-12:30pm @ Double Trouble, FREE!

Still driving your Tesla but embarrassed by Elon's far-right leanings and cringey antics? You're not alone! This politically charged de-badging event lets you "plug into resistance" with fellow Tesla owners seeking distance from the brand's controversial figurehead. They're offering skillful, clean Tesla emblem removals with no judgment—just good vibes and automotive activism. It's a uniquely Austin response to tech billionaire drama that combines car modification with political protest in the most deliciously petty way possible.

Murder in Margaritaland: A Murder Mystery Dinner

7pm - 10pm @ Pinballz Kingdom - $45

Who killed the fun at this tropical-themed murder mystery? Solve crimes while surrounded by vintage pinball machines and sipping themed cocktails in one of Austin's most eclectic venues. This interactive dinner theater combines classic whodunit intrigue with arcade nostalgia for a uniquely Austin experience that's both deliciously suspicious and entertainingly deadly.

JAWS 3-D

7pm @ Hyperreal Film Club - $8

Experience the gloriously cheesy third installment of the Jaws franchise in all its 1983 3D glory, complete with throwback effects that'll make you jump out of your seat. This crowd-pleaser screening celebrates the art of so-bad-it's-good cinema, plus a portion of proceeds goes to shark conservation. Get ready to rethink your relationship with SeaWorld and 80s special effects.

Wingo Bingo - Music Bingo + $.75 Wings

8-9pm @ Lower 48 Bar + Eatery - FREE

It's BingoSingo meets wing night! Mark songs as they play, sing along, and shout BINGO for prizes while demolishing 75-cent chicken wings. This midweek mashup of hot wings, killer cocktails, and music games offers the perfect excuse to get messy with your musical knowledge.

T!ts Out - A Kesha Tribute Party

9pm @ Cheer Up Charlies

Austin's most fabulous drag tribute to Kesha's "t!ts out" tour! Alexander the Great from "King of Drag" hosts this sparkle-filled extravaganza with Cosmic Danger, Iggy Bank, Moxie, and Nazareth spinning every Kesha banger. Throw on your torn stockings for the look contest and dance like there's no tomorrow—because we're making the most of this glittery night!

DRINK AND/OR DRAW

7pm-1am @ the Tiny Minotaur Tavern - $5 non-members

Step into Austin's only LARP bar and create art in a fantasy realm! This low-key creative night lets you bring supplies or use theirs, roll for art prompts, or freestyle your masterpiece. Set in the fictional world of Karth, accessible through "the Rift," it's the perfect blend of nerdy atmosphere and artistic expression.

Queer Full Moon Circle

6:30pm @ Secret Location - $15 suggested donation

Join Ashley at Pilates Apothecary for a chill full moon circle where we'll reflect on the past month and work some magic with the 5 elements to release what we don't need anymore. After our indoor gathering, we'll hang outside by the pool—so don't forget to bring a blanket to sit on and your swimsuit because if the weather's nice, we're diving in! It's all about creating a safe and supportive queer space.

"Calm Your T!ts" – An Original Musical Comedy on Bodily Autonomy

7pm @ The Vortex, $20+ (through Sunday)

Get ready for a night to remember with "Calm Your T!ts," featuring original tunes by Laura Freeman. Brought to you by The Weird Sisters Theater Collective—masters of bold storytelling and fierce feminist themes—this show promises a mix of laughter, music, and inspiration that'll empower you and spark some important conversations. Expect another hit from these masters of diverse experiences and meaningful dialogue.

Devil's Advocates

10pm @ Fallout Theater - $11.24

Welcome to the ultimate comedy showdown—think high school debate meets gladiator arena! Teams of stand-up comedians clash in a hilarious battle for your laughter, going all out on wild topics like "Which Pokémon would you munch on?" and "Is cereal just soup?" The only rule? Make 'em laugh! Logic and politeness are tossed out the window; the crazier the argument, the better.

Tokes N Jokes with Or Mash!

7pm @ Mr. Nice Guys - $25 | 21+

Get ready for outrageous comedy at The Green Room featuring headliner Or Mash, plus Josh Castro hosting and Carlos Lopez as the feature act. The lounge opens at 3pm, and you'll get a free infused treat on arrival from Chill Country! BYOB for just $10 with coolers, ice, cups, shot glasses, and mixers provided—comedy kicks off at 8:30pm after Nate Deal warms things up.

Eldritch Voyeurs - Lovecraftian Subversions through Burlesque, Pole, & More

7pm - 11pm @ Sterling Stage Austin, $15+ (through Saturday)

Velvet Nox Productions presents a deliciously bizarre cosmic-themed event that flips the script on H.P. Lovecraft's narratives, celebrating the monstrous and the Other in style. This bold burlesque and pole dance show features incredible talents like Brandy Knight, Devin Alfather, and Lilith Allure performing tantalizing acts that'll leave you spellbound. Most tickets are seated with tables and community pricing available—get ready to embrace the chaos in this powerful experience of queer creativity and self-expression.

Butch Prom: A Celebration of LGBT Masculinity

7:30pm @ Butterfly Bar - $10

An epic all-ages celebration uplifting butches, studs, masc-of-center queers, drag kings, and anyone who rocks fluid or grounded masculinity. Performances by drag kings Sir Beauregard Elliott and Tiny Taurus, hosted by the fabulous Bobby Pudrido, plus wrestling between Jay Valentino and Armani Sage. Features vendors, buzzcuts, a prom photo booth, and two prom kings will be crowned—all proceeds support Black Trans Leadership of Austin.

Jaws on the Water - Only at Volente Beach!

5pm @ Beachside Billy's + Volente Beach

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jaws in the most thrilling way possible—floating in inner tubes on Lake Travis while hoping those sharks stay on screen! This Alamo Drafthouse and TX Lottery collaboration offers killer sunset views, shark-themed drinks, and the ultimate test of courage as you experience cinema's most iconic shark thriller while literally surrounded by water.

Cancer Zodiac Party w/ Mars God, Hunch, Chancla Fight Club and More

7pm @ The Far Out Lounge & Stage - $10 ($5 for Cancers)

Shell-ebrate all you sensitive Cancers with flash tattoos, tarot readings by Aaron's Tarot, and an outdoor vendor market! Mars God, Hunch, and Chancla Fight Club provide the perfect soundtrack for this cosmic celebration. Cancers get special pricing because the organizers know it can be tough to get out of your shell—but they're making it super cozy just for you.

BONER BIZARRE'S 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY: BONER BALL Z

8pm-9pm @ Come and Take It Live - $36

Get ready for Austin's wildest erotic variety show celebrating 10 years with a NEO-TOKYO anime theme! This jaw-dropping spectacle features pole dancing, neo-burlesque, fire breathing, and twisted humor inspired by Sailor Moon to Akira. Prepare for unapologetic sexuality and epic performances from Eve Calientina, Lucy Lonestar, Foxxi Hart, and more in what organizers describe as "John Waters crashing a party in Amsterdam's Red Light District."

AnKi Open Rehab Day (Fire & Ice Recovery)

9am - 12pm @ 2900 Cardinal Dr - $25

Shock your system into wellness with this community recovery session featuring 37-degree ice baths, 4-person infrared saunas, and healing light therapy. This Sunday wellness gathering combines extreme temperature therapy with movement, breathwork, and meditation in a supportive community setting. Perfect for biohackers and wellness enthusiasts seeking cutting-edge recovery methods.

Drag Brunch Pool Party at East Austin Hotel

11am - 6pm @ East Austin Hotel - $12.51

Austin's hottest rooftop drag brunch meets pool party extravaganza! Hosted by Dollmination on the second Sunday of every month, this sun-soaked spectacular combines fierce drag performances with poolside cocktails and swimming. Bring your best swimwear and prepare for aquatic glamour with stunning city views.

Cactus Cowboy Desertscape Workshop

4pm - 5pm @ Succulent Native - $65

Saddle up for the quirkiest plant workshop in town where cacti get their cowboy makeover! Create your own desert landscape complete with cholla wood, sand, moss, and rocks, then crown your prickly creation with a tiny bandana and cowboy hat. Upgrade to a handmade "couture cowboy hat" with dried florals to complete your whimsical western-themed succulent garden.

Austin Witches Market

6pm - 10pm @ Radio/East, FREE!

Step into the mystical realm where Austin's magical community gathers for enchanted shopping and otherworldly vibes. Browse spell supplies, crystals, tarot readings, and handcrafted ritual items from local witches and spiritual artisans. RSVP on Facebook for this bewitching evening that welcomes all ages to explore the supernatural side of Austin.

Night Ritualz Dark Electronic Show

9pm doors @ Hotel Vegas, $12

Dive into Austin's underground music scene with this hauntingly atmospheric showcase featuring LA darkwave acts Hallows and Sleek Teeth alongside local electronic artists. Expect pulsing beats, ethereal synths, and dance floor energy that transforms Hotel Vegas into a sonic cathedral. Perfect for those seeking alternative nightlife beyond the typical country music scene.