1 / Chill Out During Freeze Week
What’s cooler than being cool? Ice cold! Beat the heat and savor frozen drinks all week long during the second annual Freeze Week. More than a dozen bars are participating across the East Side, including Hotel Vegas, Holiday, Kinda Tropical, The Long Goodbye, and Kitty Cohen’s. Through Aug. 17, various times and locations
2 / Socialize with Scout at Barkhouse
Calling all two-legged and four-legged friends! Barkhouse Social is officially opening its doors this weekend. Grab you pups and enjoy music, prizes, vendors, and cocktails (for the humans) at this new community-focused social dog bar. Aug. 16, 5 p.m., 5020 E. Cesar Chavez St.
3 / Support Flood Relief at Band Together Texas
Catch the likes of Miranda Lambert, Parker McCollum, Lyle Lovett, Randy Rogers Band, and Ryan Bingham at this incredible benefit concert. All proceeds go toward The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country and Central Texas Community Foundation. In addition to all the musical acts, the show will feature appearances from Texas stars like Matthew McConaughey, Roger Clemens, and Vince Young. Aug. 17, 7 p.m., 2001 Robert Dedman Drive
4 / Get a Copy of the Peached Tortilla Cookbook
Yes, chef! Enjoy an evening with chef Eric Silverstein to celebrate the launch of the 2025 edition of his cookbook, The Peached Tortilla: Modern Asian Comfort Food From Tokyo to Texas. Burnet Road neighbor Birdhouse Books will host a special ticketed evening with Silverstein. Aug. 14, 5:30 p.m., 5925 Burnet Road
5 / Watch Selena at Paramount Theatre
Calling all Selena fans: This weekend, you can watch a screening of the iconic movie with Jennifer Lopez. Get there early to catch a pre-show performance by local tribute band Bidi Bidi Banda at Paramount Theatre. Aug. 17, 6:30 p.m, 713 Congress Ave.
6 / See The Wizard of Oz at ZACH Theater
Sure, you’ve seen this Hollywood classic film, but you’ve never seen the Wizard of Oz like this. Buckle up for a reimagined journey over the rainbow, which features a Dust Bowl-era cowboy band, a glittering mirror ball experience, and plenty of chances to get in on the action. Through Sept. 21, various times, 202 S. Lamar Blvd.
7 / Support Music Education at Beat 4 Beat
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Austin nonprofit Beat 4 Beat, which empowers youth through the transformative power of music. During the benefit at Meanwhile Brewing, see live performances from local artists Nakia, Deer Fellow, and DJ Jensen and enjoy a silent auction. Aug 16, 6 p.m., 3901 Promontory Point Drive
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