Week of June 9

Kids Cryptid Art Club

11am - 1pm @ Our home studio at ATX Kiln Club HQ - $28.52

Where else can kids dive deep into the mysterious world of Bigfoot, Loch Ness Monster, and Mothman while creating art? This unique club explores cryptozoology—creatures believed to exist but not yet proven by science—through hands-on crafts and themed activities. With sensory bins and specialized projects focused on different mysterious creatures each week, it's perfect for curious kids who love the unexplained and want to bring their favorite monsters to life through art.

Artificial Go / Guiding Light / Variety / Wet Dip

8:00pm doors @ Chess Club - $15 / 18+

Four bands with names that sound like a fever dream are taking over Chess Club for what promises to be Austin's most delightfully bizarre Monday night. From egg punk to horror punk to riot grrrl, this eclectic lineup spans genres you didn't know existed and creates a sonic experience that defies all conventional wisdom. At 18+, this show attracts the kind of crowd that appreciates musical experimentation and isn't afraid to dance to rhythms that shouldn't technically work.

Vinyl Night

6pm - 9pm @ Slackers Brewing Co. - $1 off beers

Bring your favorite records and become the DJ for the night! Every Tuesday, music lovers gather to spin their personal vinyl collections while scoring discounted Slackers brews. It's like a musical potluck where everyone gets to share their taste and discover new sounds.

Murder in Margaritaland: A Murder Mystery Dinner

7pm - 10pm @ Pinballz Kingdom - $45

Step into a deadly Caribbean paradise where tropical sunshine meets killer thrills! Someone's met their end at this vacation resort, and you're on the case. Mingle with suspects, solve clues, and crack the mystery while feasting on a buffet and sipping handcrafted cocktails in this interactive whodunit experience.

Shrek Trivia

7pm - 9pm @ Bouldin Acres Braker Lane - Free

Channel your inner ogre at this epic Shrek-themed trivia night featuring five rounds all about Far Far Away! Teams of 1-6 players compete with contactless mobile scoring, costumes encouraged, plus a photo booth and themed cocktail menu. Free to play with prizes for the winners!

Boss Street Brass Band

9pm @ The Elephant Room - Monthly 2nd Tuesday

Get your New Orleans fix with this Austin brass band bringing "Phatt" Tuesday vibes to the legendary jazz basement! These horn-driven masters deliver the funky, soulful energy you'd expect from the Big Easy, right in the heart of downtown Austin's most intimate music venue.

Pierogi Class with Chef Sarah

6-8:30pm @ Ovenbird ATX - $85, 21+

Master the ancient art of Polish dumpling-making with a free cocktail, hands-on dough lessons, and pierogi history that'll make your babcia proud. After crafting these pillowy pockets of perfection, feast on your creations with house-made soup. Book your spot and leave with fresh dough and six frozen chef-made pierogi plus cooking instructions.

After Work Mosh

7pm @ Package Austin

Monthly "critter mosh" where furry, scaly, and feathered friends unite for the most adorable social hour in Austin. Bring your pet for refreshments, mingling, and pure chaos as handlers get 15% off everything just for showing up. RSVP on Facebook for this monthly celebration that proves the best wingman might just have four legs and a tail.

Wobble Wednesday ft. VCTRE

10pm-2am @ Voodoo Room - 21+

Bass heads unite for this electronic mayhem featuring headliner VCTRE plus support from Gamma, Lazy K, and KBaula. Expect free desserts, aerial performances, live painters, local vendors, and New Belgium beer goodies. Score your tickets for this 21+ dubstep extravaganza that promises to rattle your ribcage and melt your face in the most beautiful way.

Summer of Friendship Festival at Laguna Gloria

6pm - 10pm @ The Contemporary Austin — Laguna Gloria - Members free

Get ready for summer camp vibes for adults! Start with line dancing lessons by Double or Nothing Two-Step, then unleash your inner rock star at BIG BAD Karaoke in the amphitheater hosted by artists Alexis Hunter and Jane Hervey. Register now for gourmet hotdogs from Zee's Wiener System and exclusive Member Happy Hour in the Driscoll Villa lounge.

Peelander-Z at Mohawk

7pm doors / 8pm show @ Mohawk Austin - $18, All Ages

Japan's most energetic action comic punk band brings their Celtic punk madness to Austin's legendary outdoor venue. These costumed crusaders deliver high-octane performances that blur the line between concert and performance art. Tickets available through Etix—prepare for organized chaos and infectious fun.

Movies on the Lake: The Princess Diaries

8:30pm @ Mozart's Coffee Roasters - Free deck viewing, $20-30 water rentals

Watch Anne Hathaway's royal transformation while floating on Lake Austin! You can chill on the free deck or rent a paddleboard ($20) or 2-person floater chair ($30) to watch from the water. RSVP required for deck seating, plus Mozart's serves concessions like popcorn and candy while you enjoy this unique lakeside cinema experience.

All Tease - A Celebration of Queer Joy And Talent

8pm @ Radio/East - $24.54

Wonderland Burlesque throws down an electrifying Pride celebration featuring fierce LGBTQIA+ performers and killer queer artist tracks. This bold showcase transforms queer joy into resistance and lives into art. Grab tickets at radiocoffeeandbeer.com for an unforgettable night of unapologetic creative expression and community celebration.

SECRETS OF OUIJA: AN OCCULT WORKSHOP

6pm - 7:45pm @ Captain Quackenbush's Coffeehouse - $15

The Austin Séance teaches hands-on Ouija board techniques in this Friday the 13th workshop. NPR and Texas Monthly-featured spiritualists Albert Lucio and Jake Cordero guide you through paranormal communication—Patreon members get $7 off!

Saul Ravencraft's Damned Show

6:30pm - 9:30pm @ New Nature's Treasures Event Center - $13 GA/$25 VIP

Austin's edgy wizard host blends late-night talk show vibes with Pee-wee's Playhouse darkness in this live immersive experience. Featuring Jazzy Belle's haunting vocals, The Modern Mortician's thought-provoking poetry, and potential spirit communication sessions. This wicked initiation into the unknown promises comedy, thrills, and a healthy dash of insanity.

Ecstatic Waves: Dance, Cacao & Healing

7pm - 11:30pm @ 10203 Old Manchaca Rd - $25

Dive into expanded consciousness through movement, ceremonial cacao, and consensual dance in this unique healing experience. This isn't your typical Friday night—it's a journey into authenticity and connection where rhythm guides your body and cacao opens your heart. Ride the ecstatic waves in this transformative blend of ancient ceremony and modern movement.

COMEDY SHOW: UNLIMITED OPEN BAR

8pm - 10:30pm @ Aviator Nation - $35

Can't Even Comedy transforms South Congress into a booze-fueled laugh fest with sponsors Tejas Tonics, Pinthouse Beer, and Waterloo Sparkling Water. Secret lineup features comics from Kill Tony, Comedy Central, Netflix, and Joe Rogan's Mothership. BYOB friendly with an actual open bar—comedy gold.

The Clay Pigeon Grand Opening Extravaganza

12pm - 6pm @ 11241 Slaughter Creek Dr - Free, All Ages

Experience Austin's newest hidden gem tucked away under massive oak trees by a creek, featuring a crawfish boil, live performances from The Black Angels' Alex Maas, and a pop-up vintage market. This outdoor venue debut promises to become the creative oasis you never knew you needed, complete with art installations and the kind of vibes that make you want to quit your day job.

Professional Arm Wrestling Tournament

2pm @ Aduro Studios - $150, 12+

Witness raw human strength collide in the most brutally intimate sport known to mankind at this professional arm wrestling showdown. For $150, you'll get front-row seats to watch competitors battle it out in what's essentially gladiatorial combat with business cards, complete with trash talk, testosterone, and the sweet sound of defeat echoing through the venue.

BBQueer at Drinks Backyard

2pm - 12am @ Drinks Backyard - $10, 21+ after 6pm

Experience Austin's most inclusive outdoor party where drag performances meet art markets in a celebration that perfectly captures the city's "Keep Austin Weird" spirit. For just $10, dive into a 10-hour extravaganza featuring live music, poetry, and drag performances that transforms an ordinary backyard into a kaleidoscope of queer joy and artistic expression.

Rickshaw Billie's Big Dumb Fest 3

6pm doors @ Mohawk Austin - $22.50, All Ages

Embrace the beautiful absurdity of Austin's weirdest music festival, where genre-defying acts with names like "Subpar Snatch" and "The Grasshopper Lies Heavy" converge for an evening of sonic chaos. This all-ages celebration of musical rebellion features seven bands spanning everything from folk punk to sludge metal, proving that sometimes the best art comes from the dumbest ideas.

Robert Rodriguez presents: Highlander + The Untouchables Double Feature

12pm doors / 1pm start @ Paramount Theatre, $12

An epic double feature curated by filmmaker Robert Rodriguez himself! Watch Christopher Lambert battle immortals in Highlander, followed by De Niro as Al Capone and Sean Connery's Oscar-winning performance in The Untouchables. Grab tickets for both films or just catch one - there's a break between movies for snacks and socializing.

Dad Games 2025

1pm @ Dave and Buster's Austin

The ultimate arcade showdown for legendary dads! Teams compete in matching outfits (face paint encouraged) for major bragging rights, a shiny trophy, and FREE game play for a family of four for an entire year. The first 100 families get exclusive Dad Games baseball hats, and there's a special prize for "Most Spirited Family." Check out the details - this is serious fun with serious prizes!

Good Session - Comedy with a side of Therapy

6pm @ The Creek and the Cave - $15 | 21+

Got secrets or burning questions? This wild combo of comedy and therapy lets you spill anonymously while comedians jump in with their hilarious takes. Hosted by Brent Gill and three other comedians, this interactive experience is way more fun than actual therapy! Submit your deepest thoughts and watch as professional funny people turn your problems into punchlines.