Editor's note: A previously listed event, free blood sugar and blood pressure screenings at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Aug. 9, has been canceled and removed from this article.

Now through Aug. 13: See a musical

The city of Bee Cave, Magnolia Musical Theatre and the Hill Country Galleria will bring “Beauty and the Beast” to the stage at the Hill Country Galleria this summer. There will be several opportunities to see the Broadway-inspired musical as it will run Wednesdays through Sundays through Aug. 13. Bring blankets and chairs to the lawn at the Hill Country Galleria and enjoy the show.July 30: Attend a shark-themed pool party

The Lakeway Swim Center will host a Shark Pool Party with shark-themed giveaways, pool games and decorations. There will also be a mechanical bull, dressed as a shark, for those who want to test how long they can hang on.
  • 1 p.m.
  • Free (ages 2 and below), $5 (residents ages 3-17, 55 and over), $6 (residents ages 18-54, nonresidents ages 3-17, 55 and over), $7 (nonresidents ages 18-54)
  • 3103 Lakeway Blvd., Austin
  • 512-261-3000
  • www.lakeway-tx.gov
Aug. 2: Create a charcuterie board

The Lakeway Activity Center will host two separate workshops on creating a gourmet charcuterie board, one for children and one for adults. The class will be led by a CookLearnGrow chef instructor. Attendees will have the chance to build their own board with premium cheeses, meats and other ingredients that they can take home at the end of the class. The class will not be nut-free and will not accommodate nut allergies.
  • 2:30 p.m. (children), 5 p.m. (adults)
  • $60 (children), $85 (adults)
  • Lakeway Activity Center, 105 Cross Creek, Lakeway
  • 512-261-1010
  • www.lakeway-tx.gov
Aug. 6: Attend a free concert


The city of Lakeway will present its Sunday Afternoon Concert Series featuring The Austin Brassworks at the Lakeway Activity Center. The Austin Brassworks are a brass quintet which formed in 2018. For this concert, they will enlist other musicians as well. The band plays a range of styles and genres, including jazz, polka, orchestral, big band, brass and wind ensemble.Aug. 7: Shop at a flea market

That Joint in Spicewood will host a flea market, featuring local craft vendors selling vintage goods, art and more. Games, live music, horseshoes and food will also be part of the day’s activities.Aug. 11-12: Celebrate the end of summer

The Westbank Community Library will be celebrating the end of the season with a 2023 Summer Closing Weekend. On Aug. 11, attendees can stay cool in the library’s backyard with a free Italian ice treat from Austin’s Gelü Italian Ice. On Aug. 12, participants can learn about reptiles with a show put on by Austin Reptile Shows.
  • 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (Aug. 11), 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. (Aug. 12)
  • Free
  • 1309 Westbank Drive, Austin
  • 512-327-3045
  • www.westbanklibrary.com
Aug. 18: Drink and get creative

Drink & Draw returns to Contracommon at the Hill Country Galleria for its monthly art event. Bring a project or just pen and paper for doodling for a casual hang with Contracommon artists. Everyone is welcome, and there are no expectations or prerequisites. Refreshments will be provided by Sprouts.Aug. 19: Play in a Spikeball tournament


A competition for a new sport called Spikeball that has quickly gained in popularity will be held at the Bee Creek Sports Complex. It will be hosted by the Lakeway Parks and Recreation Department and will include the competition, prizes, food and more. Anyone can join the fun, including experienced players and those who want to play for the first time.Aug. 26: Sip and shop

Enjoy an End of Summer Sip and Shop Market at Iron Wolf Ranch and Distillery where attendees can shop from dozens of unique local craft vendors. There will also be food and drinks available for purchase from Phoenix Grille during the outdoor market in the beautiful Hill Country.Aug. 26: Watch ‘Bolt’ poolside

See the 2008 family adventure movie “Bolt” from the pool at Hotel Viata as part of its Dive-In Summer Movie Series. Bring the kids and some floaties to cool off in the pool while enjoying a family-friendly movie.
  • 7 p.m.
  • Free (RSVP recommended)
  • Hotel Viata, 320 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., West Lake Hills
  • 844-306-6400
  • www.hotelviata.com
Aug. 26-27: Go to an arts show

The Lakeway Arts Committee will host the annual Cool Arts Show and Studio Tour at the Lakeway Activity Center. More than 20 local artists will exhibit and sell their original artwork, such as paintings, pottery, garden art and more. Attendees will also be able to create a unique rock art piece for a new Lakeway Rock Garden in the Hamilton Greenbelt.Aug. 27: Eat some barbecue


MANUP is hosting a free barbecue event for men in the Austin area at Star Hill Ranch. Enjoy live music by the Shay Domann Band and a show from the Lake Travis Car Club. Register online and enter into a raffle for a chance to win a Yeti cooler, a Solo Stove or a Turtlebox speaker.