Boozy bashes, live music, and a bookstore crawl are keeping us busy for the next few days. Enjoy brunch-inspired day party vibes at the 7th Annual Bloody Mary Festival Austin, or explore the city’s local independent bookstore scene as part of a self-guided community crawl. Check out the top seven things to do in Austin this weekend. For a complete list of events, click over to our calendar.
Friday, April 3
Blue Man Group: Bluevolution
Musical performance collective Blue Man Group brings their new North American Tour to the Long Center for the Performing Arts. This immersive and euphoric experience will feature drumming and percussion skills made signature by the group along with light displays, mind-bending illusions, and visual art. Tickets to all three shows are on sale now.
Stubb’s Bar-B-Q presents Mariah the Scientist in concert
R&B singer-songwriter Mariah the Scientist performs live at Stubb’s Bar-B-Q. The Atlanta-based artist comes to Austin in support of her new album, Hearts Sold Separately. Her top songs include “Burning Blue” and “Spread Thin.” Get more details on Ticketmaster.
International Ballet Stars presents The Sleeping Beauty
The beloved fairytale of a slumbering princess and true love’s kiss is brought to life through ballet on the Bass Concert Hall stage. This production features an international cast of ballet artists from across the globe, Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, more than 200 exclusive costumes, and intricate hand-painted sets. The Sleeping Beauty is suitable for audiences age 3 and up.
Saturday, April 4
Austin Texas Book Trail
Venture across the city and explore various local bookstores as part of the Austin Texas Book Trail. This two-day, self-guided crawl will offer participants exclusive discounts, prizes, and special activations at featured local independent bookstores along the curated trail. Stops include First Light Books, Green Heron Bookshop, Adventures in Ink, and more. Additional highlights include a kickoff breakfast at Mañana Dos and a closing day afterparty at Strangelove Coffee & Wine.
Vacancy Brewing presents 5th Anniversary Party
Vacancy Brewing celebrates five years of serving up cold brews with all day festivities. Highlights include the release of their anniversary Helles Lager, Roots, flash tattoos, live patch sewing, an anniversary merch drop, and live music by DJ Chickn Biskit. Food from Salam’s Grill & Captain’s Pizza will be available for purchase to balance out the booze. Admission is free and open to the public.
The Bloody Mary Festival Austin
Sip on one of the most iconic brunch cocktails at the return of the Bloody Mary Festival Austin. Fair Market will host the festival complete with unlimited Bloody Marys, spirits, and beverage tastes from local companies for attendees. Additional highlights include temporary tattoos, photo ops, and bites from participating local vendors. Get more details on Eventbrite.
Texas Performing Arts presents An Evening with Lang Lang
Renowned pianist Lang Lang displays his talent live in concert at the Bass Concert Hall. The virtuoso artist will perform a program featuring a wide selection of music by legendary composers including Beethoven, Mozart, Liszt, and more. Audience members can expect an evening of awe-inspiring technique that has made Lang Lang a global phenomenon. A limited number of tickets are available.