AUSTIN, Texas — The weekend is upon us and, as always, there are a ton of things going on in the Austin area! From Juneteenth celebrations to Father's Day events, there's no shortage of fun activities happening over the next few days.
Here’s a breakdown of just some of the events you can attend this weekend.
Juneteenth celebrations
Sometimes referred to as "Freedom Day," Juneteenth is a federal holiday that marks the day the final group of slaves were emancipated in the U.S., specifically in Texas.
While the holiday is officially observed on June 19, there are a lot of festivals and celebrations scheduled this weekend. Check out our extensive list.
Pride events
The Pride month celebrations continue this weekend! From family-friendly events at the Austin Public Library to Pride parties at local breweries, here's a look at some of the events scheduled for this weekend:
- Get Crafty: Pride Edition – Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. at Austin Public Library - Hampton Branch at Oak Hill
- 4th Annual Pride Party – Saturday from 3 to 9 p.m. at Still Austin Whiskey Co.
- Pride Sock Hop – Saturday starting at 5 p.m. at Independence Brewing Company
- Pride Storytime – Saturday from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at Austin Public Library - Southeast Branch
- Pride Silent Disco – Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Austin Public Library - Spicewood Springs Branch
- Coming Out: A Queer Stand Up Showcase – Saturday at 10 p.m. at Fallout Theater
Father's Day events
It's time to honor the father figures in our lives. Father's Day is this Sunday, so don't forget to call your dad – or take him to one of these events!
- Father's Day with Thinkery – from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Meanwhile Brewing
- Father's Day Classic Cars & Beer – starting at 11 a.m. at Jester King Brewery. Classic cars from 1 to 3 p.m.
- "Three Men and a Baby" Brunch – 11:30 a.m. at Alamo Drafthouse - Village
- DadFest 2024 – 12 p.m. at Greenlawn Park in Round Rock
- BBQ, Blues & Brews – starting at 1 p.m. at Oakwood BBQ & Beer Garden
- Big Texas Father's Day Party – at TLC Austin. Live music from 2 to 6 p.m.
- Austin Symphonic Band Father's Day Concert – from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Zilker Hillside Theater
- Dads Tell Jokes: Father's Day Comedy Show – from 8 to 9:30 p.m. at Rozco's Comedy Club
- Dad Rock Karaoke – starting at 8 p.m. at The Coral Snake
Other events happening this weekend:
- Megan Thee Stallion – Thursday at Moody Center
- Movies in the Park: "Jaws" – Thursday at Deep Eddy Pool
- "Challengers" Rave – Friday at Cheer Up Charlies
- Noah Kahan – Friday and Saturday at Moody Center
- Ryan Adams – Saturday at ACL Live at the Moody Theater
- Texas Roller Derby: Cherry Bombs vs. Rhinestones – Saturday at Palmer Events Center
- Bowl-A-Thon – Sunday at Highland Lanes
- 19th Fest – Sunday at Waterloo Park