Austin's indie arts scene lives in small, artist-run spaces: East Side galleries, independent bookstores, intimate theaters, comedy rooms and music clubs where emerging acts play most nights. Most of it clusters in East Austin, Hyde Park and the Red River district, and plenty of it is free or…
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The annual Austin Film Festival (AFF) returns October 29 - November 5, 2026, bringing back its renowned Writers Conference alongside a full week of film premieres. Now in its 33rd year, AFF has built a reputation for bringing Hollywood talent to Austin for panels on screenwriting, production, and…
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As the seasons shift and cooler weather settles over Texas’ capital city, Austin steps into the spotlight as an international destination for cinema. Known nationwide as the Live Music Capital of the World®, Austin also boasts a legendary film scene powered by visionary storytellers, historic…
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Whether you're planning a romantic date night, evening with friends or just trying to escape the Texas heat, Austin's favorite theaters are a great place to have a uniquely Austin experience—think specialty screenings of tried and true classics, themed nights and first looks at new films. Grab a…
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Season 16 of ATX Television Festival will returning to Downtown Austin on June 3-6, 2027. Experience this incredible event that brings together television fans and industry professionals to deep-dive on how shows are made, reflect on past favorites and much more. Lovingly dubbed “TV Camp for Grown…
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Showcasing Austin’s standing as a world‑class creative hub, the SXSW Film &TV Festival and Conference attracts filmmakers and attendees from around the globe for an unmatched, Academy Award–qualifying celebration where star‑studded premieres meet the next wave of emerging talent. Explore this year’s…
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Austin is known for many film festivals year-round. Cinephiles and industry professionals flock to the city and pack out venues to experience movie magic on the big screen. Between March and August, cinephiles can partake in several renowned film and television festivals that attract some of the…
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Austin’s oldest film festival and premiere LGBTQ+ film fest of the Southwest, aGLIFF returns August 20-24, 2025 with screening s at multiple theaters around town. aGLIFF’s celebration for the 37th annual festival will salute both the rich history and also recognize how the LGBTQ+ experience has…
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Established in 1915, the historic Paramount Theatre has stood as a Congress Avenue staple for more than 100 years. Then, in 1935 State Theatre, the first theatre in Austin specifically designed to screen movies, was built right next door. The duo shares year-round programming with over 550 events…
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