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View Full Post Where to See Drag in Austin

Published: 7/16/2018

While Austin certainly isn't the only city with a drag scene, Austin is unique in that venues and organization throughout the city promote performers of all types, with acts that push boundaries and play with the “rules of drag.” Here, we do it proudly and we celebrate it! Catch a show in Austin, and you will connect with drag as an art form; an art without rules, which explores all that drag can be… ultimately, fierce! With the formation of the Austin International Drag Foundation by Jamie Bancroft, the drag community has built a family in... read more

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View Full Post LGBTQ Austin: Your Weekend Guide

Published: 7/6/2018

Austin is one of the most LGBTQ-friendly cities in the country. But you won’t find just one “gayborhood” here. The community is integrated throughout this inclusive town, which means that LGBTQ visitors will find a warm welcome wherever they wander. Check out our two-day itinerary that will direct you to some of the most popular shopping districts, restaurants, nightclubs and gay-owned businesses in Austin. DAY 1 Radio Coffee & Beer. Credit Regan Hackleman. Fuel up for the day with an espresso from at Radio Coffee & Beer in South Austin. Then grab a hearty... read more

Tags: LGBTQ Itineraries Coffee Food Trucks Shopping Arts & Culture Zilker Park Live Music

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View Full Post Austin's Black Heritage: Visiting Six Square

Published: 6/18/2018

Six Square has emerged as Austin’s African-American Cultural District , the first of its kind in Texas, and Nefertitti Jackmon is the face of this trailblazing effort. As executive director, she works to foster community partnerships, to spotlight cultural contributions, and to create a space that’s as much a nod to the past as it is a building block for the future. Nefertitti Jackmon at historic Downs Mabson Field. Credit Annie Ray. “We’re building on the strong foundation that Six Square has already established in the East Austin community,” Nefertitti... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods Arts & Culture East Austin Historical Live Music True Austin Museums

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View Full Post Experiencing Austin Arts & Culture

Published: 5/2/2018

Austin is an epicenter of creativity. And there’s no better way to plug into that inspiring energy than with a visit to some of the city’s top art museums, galleries, performing arts spaces and annual art events. Check out this roundup of Austin art and culture hubs you can’t miss. Ellsworth Kelly, Austin. Photo courtesy of the Blanton Museum of Art, The University of Texas at Austin. ART MUSEUMS The Blanton Museum of Art features works by Robert Rauschenberg and Thomas Hart Benton, and recently unveiled its new permanent exhibition Ellsworth Kelly:... read more

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View Full Post Latino Music Month in Austin

Published: 4/30/2018

Live music is the pulse of Austin, Texas. Whether you’re here for work or or play, take a couple of hours to catch a live show while you’re enjoying a meal or a drink. Check out some events and shows this May during Latino Music Month , and enjoy música in the Live Music Capital of the World® ! Mexican American Cultural Center. Courtesy of the City of Austin. Every Monday-Thursday in May Bilingual Music Lessons (FFF) Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) Latino Artist Residency Program (LARP) artist Javier Jara provides Bilingual music... read more

Tags: Live Music Arts & Culture Film Festivals Events Spring Multicultural

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View Full Post Top May Events & Festivals

Published: 4/26/2018

May means making the most of what Austin has to offer - live music, film, arts, food, beer and, of course, the great outdoors. No matter where your interests lie, there's always something to do in ATX. Here are some of our favorite things to do around town this spring: Hamilton Pool. Credit Dave Mead. Latino Music Month Various Venues The many Latino music genres are showcased during Latino Music Month in Austin. Musicians and venues across the city jump on board with this annual tradition to celebrate the vibrant and diverse culture of Latino Music. Check out our Events... read more

Tags: Events Live Music Arts & Culture Festivals Spring

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View Full Post Visiting the Blanton Museum of Art

Published: 4/24/2018

There's so much to explore during a visit to the Blanton Museum of Art on the University of Texas at Austin campus . With nearly 18,000 works ranging from Greek pottery to Latin American modern art, you can spend the entire day at the museum and want to come back for more! If you don’t have all day to meander through the museum halls, our informative guide will make sure you see all the hits and get a great experience out of your visit. Permanent Collection While there are exciting exhibits coming and going at the Blanton year-round, visitors can always count on the... read more

Tags: Arts & Culture Family Museums University of Texas Central Events

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View Full Post Top Annual Arts Events & Festivals

Published: 4/11/2018

Thousands of artisans of all crafts and styles call Austin, TX home, and you can view their works around town year-round. We've got your guide to some of the city's best arts events on the Austin Insider Blog. You'll get to live like locals, and maybe even take a piece of Austin back home with you. Courtesy of OUTsider Fest. February OUTsider Fest Various Locations OUTsider is an Austin-based transmedia nonprofit that celebrates the bold originality and creative nonconformity of the LGBTQ+ communities through the presentation of provocative, overlooked and out-of-the-box film,... read more

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View Full Post Where to See Movies in Austin

Published: 3/23/2018

If you are searching for a place to keep cool from the hot Texas sun, or just need to escape the hustle and bustle for an afternoon, then a visit to the movies might be just the thing you need. Want to find the best local theaters to catch a film in Austin? Check out our list of the top theaters in Austin, from indie and art house flicks to box office hits. Courtesy of Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas. When people think of movies in Austin, they immediately think of Alamo Drafthouse Cinema . Founded in 1997, their Alamo Drafthouse Ritz location on Sixth Street in the heart of downtown is a... read more

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View Full Post The Paramount Theatre: An Austin Original Since 1915

Published: 2/21/2018

The historic Paramount Theatre has stood at 713 Congress Avenue for more than 100 years, a timeless testament to the city’s commitment to historic preservation, community and the arts. Her stage has been graced by sitting presidents, Academy, GRAMMY, Tony and Golden Globe-winning performers, magicians (we're talking Houdini), and even the occasional troupe of trained acrobatic kittens. With more than 250 performances each year, the Paramount continues the tradition of bringing diverse, creative experiences to Central Texas. A HOT SPOT FOR MUSIC ROYALTY Austin is the Live Music... read more

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