Looking for something to do in the Austin area this weekend? Consider these June 16-18 events
Friday-Saturday
Juneteenth Rhythm and Ribs Festival
The festival features a barbecue cookoff, health fair, games and food. 7:30 - 11:30 p.m. (Fri.), 2 p.m. - midnight (Sat.). Free (admission). Old Settlers Park Lakeview Pavilion, 3300 Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock. www.roundrocktexas.gov
17th annual Tapestry Dance Competition
The “Soul to Sole Tap Festival” brings dancers and teachers together for a two-day rhythm showcase of swinging jazz, complete with a faculty performance with The Souls of Our Feet Jazz Trio. $35 and up. Long Center for Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside, Austin.
Friday
Travis County Juneteenth Celebration
Join Travis County Commissioner Jeff Travillion and County Judge Sarah Eckhardt to honor several elected officials and enjoy food, music and dancing. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Commissioner’s Courtroom, 700 Lavaca St., Austin. www.traviscountytx.gov/juneteenth
Saturday
Central Texas Juneteenth 2K, Parade & Celebration
Juneteenth, also known as "Freedom Day" or "Emancipation Day," is the oldest known African American celebration commemorating the end of slavery. This annual event features a 2K walk/run, parade floats and entertainment and celebration at Rosewood Park. The parade and 2K begin at MLK Boulevard and Comal Street and ends. at New York Avenue and Rosewood Park. Free. 2300 Rosewood Ave., Austin. www.juneteenthcentraltexas.com
Georgetown’s 65th Juneteenth celebration
The Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association hosts the 65th annual Juneteenth celebration. The event starts with a panel and a gospel choir performance, followed by a barbecue lunch for $5 per plate. There will also be vendors, a jewelry display, a raffle and games for youth and adults. The event will conclude with 15-minute interactive presentations. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Georgetown Community Center at San Gabriel Park, 445 E. Morrow St., Georgetown. 512-863-2109 or 512-887-7899.
4th annual solstice festival celebrating world music day
The Red River Entertainment district will be host to dozens of local and nationally renowned bands in honor of world music day. Pan Am park will feature 10 hours of non-stop music and there will be yoga workshops and an art village. Wristbands are $35-$130, kids under 12 enter free when accompanied by an adult. www.solsticeatx.com/
Leander Old Town Summer Nights bring out residents
Dining, shopping, a concert, farmers market and car show take place in Old Town Leander every third Saturday of the month. Summer nights feature 40 local vendors, which offer home goods, produce and more, Leander Chamber of Commerce President Bridget Brandt said. 5:30-9 p.m. Free. 100 N. Brushy Street, Leander. 512-259-1907. www.leandercc.org
Austin Steam Train hosts beer train, food pairings
The Austin Steam Train Association event lets guests take part in a custom beer tasting provided by Red Horn Coffee House and Brewing Co. along with food pairings by Greenhouse Craft Food. Tickets include three beers, an appetizer, entrée and dessert. Riders must be age 21 or older. 7 p.m. $65. 401 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park. 512-477-8468. www.austinsteamtrain.org
Rookie sailors invited to introductory sailing class Saturday
Landfall Sailing hosts a lesson for beginning sailors, teaching them rigging, steering and sailing techniques at the Rough Hollow Yacht Club. 1-4 p.m. $50. 105 Yacht Club Cove, Lakeway. 512-627-9901. www.landfallsailing.com
Dive-In Movie at Williams Drive Pool
Georgetown Parks and Recreation screens “Shark Tale” at Williams Drive Pool. Moviegoers can bring flotation devices as long as the devices are translucent and smaller than 4 feet. Pool opens at 7:30 p.m., movie starts at 8:15 p.m. Free-$3. Williams Drive Pool, 3201 Williams Drive, Georgetown. parks.georgetown.org/sunset-movie-series
Sunday
Free concert at Georgetown Library
Mezzo soprano Keely Rhodes and pianist Khanh Pham perform a program of arias by Bach and his 18th-century contemporaries. 2 p.m. Free. Georgetown Public Library, 402 W. Eighth St. www.library.georgetown.org, www.texasbachfestival.org