Week of September 2nd

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Pipe Workshop with Rebeccah

6pm - 8pm @ Feats of Clay Pottery - $65

Create functional smoking sculptures in this hands-on ceramics class where art meets recreation. All materials, firing fees, and glazes included as you craft one-of-a-kind pieces to "level up your smoking game." Perfect for those seeking creative expression with a cheeky twist - whether for tobacco or other legal herbs in Austin.

Roll Bounce: Adult Skate Night

7pm @ Playland Skate Center, $17

Disco, funk, and soul collide at this throwback roller skating extravaganza designed specifically for grown-ups. Lace up those quads and groove to classic jams in a nostalgic setting that'll transport you straight back to the '70s. The ultimate Austin throwback experience for anyone ready to embrace their inner skating queen or king.

Spin The Wheel at Kelly's Irish Pub

7pm - 9pm @ Kelly's Irish Pub, FREE!

Every customer who pays their tab between 7-9pm gets entered into a wheel-spinning contest where the top prize is actual return tickets to Ireland. This brilliantly random promotion turns ordinary pub visits into potential European vacations, proving that sometimes the best travel deals come from closing out your bar tab at exactly the right moment.

DC Comics Trivia at Pinballz Kingdom

7pm @ Pinballz Kingdom, Buda, FREE!

Transform into your favorite superhero for this DC Comics trivia showdown in an arcade setting. Costumes and capes encouraged as teams battle for bragging rights surrounded by flashing pinball machines and vintage games. Free entry but RSVP required - because even Batman needs to plan ahead.

Industry Night with Open Decks

9pm @ TOATS, FREE!

Night industry workers and insomniacs unite at this weekly DJ playground where anyone can jump on the decks. Starting September 2nd, this becomes THE Tuesday destination for service industry folks looking to keep the party going after everyone else goes to bed. Open decks policy means you might discover the next big Austin DJ or become one yourself.

Underground Texas Grotto Meeting

6:30pm @ 651 N Pleasant Valley Rd, FREE!

Descend into the fascinating world of Texas cave exploration with hydrogeologist Geary Schindel discussing "Water, Rain, Floods, and Karst" in this specialized gathering for spelunkers and underground enthusiasts. Learn how water shapes the hidden limestone world beneath Austin's surface.

Magical Mind Mysteries with Magical Mystical Michael

7:30pm @ The VORTEX, $15

Experience magic laced with eccentric logic and sleight attitude as this unconventional performer combines wit, charm, and illusive reasoning for an entertaining mind-bending show that defies typical magician stereotypes. Prepare for mystical mayhem that's anything but predictable.

ROWxCosmic Autumn Spelling Bee Playoffs

7pm @ Cosmic Saltillo - $10 competitor fee

Channel your inner spelling champion in this 8-week competition where wordsmiths battle for supremacy and top spellers earn VIP invites to October's championship showdown. Brought to you by Relentless Optimism Wellness, this isn't your elementary school spelling bee—expect fierce competition and weekly prizes in Austin's quirkiest intellectual battleground.

R&B Bingo

7pm - 12am @ Down South Cajjun Eats (Pflugerville)

Sing along and test your soul music knowledge with DJ Hella Yella spinning the finest R&B hits while you mark your bingo cards. This monthly celebration happens every 1st and 3rd Wednesday, combining musical nostalgia with competitive gaming in a uniquely Austin twist on traditional bingo.

Casino Royale

7pm - 9pm @ Rose Gose, $23.18

A one-night-only dance and dining experience blending luxury, passion, and electrifying choreography into bold storytelling where every move is a gamble. This high-energy performance promises seductive narratives and glamorous risks in an intimate setting. Come dressed to impress for this mysterious theatrical experience where the stakes run high and the entertainment runs hotter.

What Art Thou Wearing

7:30pm @ Haus Of Talents

A provocative fusion of fashion show, art exhibition, and social activism raising awareness about domestic abuse through creative expression. This eclectic evening mixes fashion, music, art, and beauty while tackling serious social issues in Austin's signature unconventional style. Expect boundary-pushing performances where fashion becomes activism and art meets advocacy in North Austin's creative underground.

Dogtober Fest

4pm - 8pm @ Fast Friends Beer Co., FREE!

Pups and pints collide at this dog-friendly beer festival featuring adoptable dogs from Love-A-Bull ATX, local vendors, and prize raffles. Bring both your human crew and furry friends for an afternoon of tail wags, craft brews, and potentially finding your new best friend while supporting local animal rescue efforts.

PvP Combat: Wee Beastie Wrangling

7pm - 11:55pm @ the Tiny Minotaur Tavern - $10

Channel your inner Pokémon trainer in a fantasy tavern setting where you collect adorable mini-beasts and battle other patrons in epic card game combat. Complete with fantasy costumes encouraged, this event lets you explore the tavern, build your creature deck, and unleash pint-sized chaos while sipping craft cocktails in Austin's most immersive fantasy bar experience.

Austin Weird Art Tour

6pm - 10:30pm @ 2324 E Cesar Chavez St - $59.29

Board a fully outfitted tour bus for an intimate moving salon visiting three of Austin's most unique art installations, including the Cathedral of Junk and Casa Neverlandia. Meet curious locals over complimentary cocktails while exploring multi-story art creations hidden in nondescript neighborhoods. Your ticket includes the $15 entry fee for Talbot's home tour, plus food discounts from Vegan Nom and Nom Burgers.

$100 Beard Contest + ZZ TOP vs. THIN LIZZY

8pm @ Crow Bar / The Raven Room, $10

The Austin Facial Hair Club teams up with Crow Bar for an epic rock showdown featuring tribute bands battling it out while beard enthusiasts compete for a crisp $100 prize. This legendary face-off combines classic rock tributes with serious facial hair competition, making for one of the most uniquely Austin nights you'll find anywhere.

Rockabilly Rodeo Line Dancing: Big Hair, Drapes & Squares

7pm @ Independence Brewing Company, $5

Break out the pomade and cuffed jeans for a night celebrating rockabilly culture with line dancing lessons, DJ EdWestTX spinning rockabilly and honky-tonk, and plenty of room to show off your moves. Country Fried Dance leads the lessons while you embrace your inner Drape or Square persona with big hair, leather jackets, and that rebellious spirit that made the 1950s swing.

Stone Tools & Arrowhead Making Workshop

8am - 1pm @ Mary Moore Searight Park - $81.88

Channel your inner prehistoric human in this hands-on flintknapping workshop where you'll craft actual stone arrowheads using ancient techniques. Learn the art of stone tool manufacturing while creating functional blades and points to take home. Includes a free drink token and exclusive Lumber Society badge - just bring lunch, a knife, and wear protective clothing for this primitive skills adventure.

Bop To The Top - Disney Channel Throwback Party

8:30pm @ Emo's, $30.50

Relive your tween dreams at this High School Musical-themed dance party celebrating Disney Channel's golden era. Battle of the Sharpays, We're All In This Together dance-offs, and costume contests bring HSM, Hannah Montana, and Camp Rock nostalgia to life. Follow @boptothetoptour for this summer-camp-energy celebration that's genuinely therapeutic for millennials.

Phantasma Nights - Ultimate After-Dark Dance Party

9pm - 2am @ Mesmerize - Live Performances Only

Step into Austin's most mysterious new experience where immersive art installation meets live electronic music in an otherworldly setting. Henry Invisible's one-man funk mastery and PlexusPlay's genre-bending house create the soundtrack for this crystal-calling adventure. Complimentary handcrafted cocktails fuel the journey through this enigmatic realm designed for those seeking the extraordinary.

43rd Annual Moonlight Cruise Bicycle Ride

2am Sunday (Saturday night into Sunday) @ Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge - Free

Join Austin's most legendary late-night cycling tradition as hundreds of riders embark on a 19-mile journey through sleeping city streets under the full moon. Starting at 1:30am with rollout at 2:30am, this decades-old ritual combines urban adventure with nocturnal magic. Bring lights, water, and repair kit for this unsupported ride that's Austin's cycling cult classic.

DressUp Social

2pm - 6pm @ Mabel Divine Vintage, 1207 W 6th St, FREE!

Bring your bestie to try on dreamy vintage clothing, sip mimosas, nibble treats, and leave with a custom fragrance you create yourself. This playful event combines fashion experimentation with DIY perfume making in a social setting. Check the Facebook event for more details about this unique dress-up experience.

Here Come the Mummies

7pm @ Antone's, $44

Eight 5,000-year-old Egyptian mummies deliver "Terrifying Funk from Beyond the Grave" with their electrifying funk-rock sound. These mysteriously bandaged performers have shared stages with P-Funk and Al Green, lit up festivals like Suwannee Hulaween, and appeared on Jimmy Fallon. Rumor has it they were cursed after a wild night with a Pharaoh's daughter—whether ancient legends or Grammy winners in disguise, their grooves will hypnotize you.

UNDER THE BLOOD MOON

7pm @ Ani's Day & Night, FREE!

The Dead Music Capital Band invites you to embrace your witchy side under the lunar eclipse with spooky singalongs, magical flash tattoos from Queer Audacity, and vendors selling apothecary goods. Join the howling at this weather-permitting outdoor celebration of all things macabre.