Austin Entertains: A Night to Sip and Savor
Showcasing the Austin area’s top chefs, bartenders, spirit purveyors, winemakers, mixologists and industry leaders, the event will benefit the Junior League of Austin’s Signature Impact Programs. Attendees can expect jewelry cleanings, a glam station, cigar rolling, a wine toss, photobooth and a live DJ.
- March 6, 7 p.m
- $115 (general admission), $220 (VIP)
- The Junior League of Austin’s Community Impact Center, 5330 Bluffstone Lane, Austin
- www.jlaustin.org/austin-entertains
The first double-crown winner on TV-show RuPaul’s Drag Race will perform a stand up comedy set at The Domain. The drag queen was the first queen of color inducted into the Hall of Fame after winning the reality show’s All Stars season four.
- March 6, 8 p.m., March 7, 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m.
- $30 (general admission), $30 (balcony), $45 (reserved)
- Cap City Comedy Club, 11506 Century Oaks Terrace, Bldg. B, Unit 100, Austin
- www.capcitycomedy.com/shows/288432

The Coca-Cola event will showcase 17 artists including Halsey, Benson Boone, Khalid, AJR Gus Dapperton, Nessa Barrett and more.
- March 7-8
- $60 (one-day ticket)
- Auditorium Shores, 900 W. Riverside Drive, Austin
- www.sipssoundsfest.com
Community members can enjoy sessions focused on film, tech, television, music, education, comedy, music, professional development and more.
- March 7-15
- Prices vary
- Downtown Austin
- www.sxsw.com
From live music and local vendors to drink specials and a crawfish boil, participants can celebrate Mardi Gras at the Tech Ridge bar.
- March 8, 3 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Little Woodrow’s Tech Ridge, 12601 Tech Ridge Blvd., Ste. 700, Austin
- www.littlewoodrows.com
Individuals ages 10 and up are welcome to learn how to create a knit blanket using step-by-step guidance, with all materials included. Blanket sizes will range from a lap throw to twin-sized. Snacks and drinks are allowed.
- March 10, 6-9 p.m.
- $75
- Painting With a Twist, 8820 Burnet Road, Ste. 507, Austin
- www.paintingwithatwist.com
In the hands-on workshop, attendees will learn satin and buttonhole stitches, basic sashiko and decorative stitches to gain skills in functional embroidery. All supplies will be provided and participants are asked to bring clothing they would like to repair. Ages 10 and up are welcome.
- March 11, 6-8 p.m.
- $15-$25
- Make at Rosie - Community Makerspace, 8711 Burnet Road, Ste. B30, Austin
- www.makeatrosie.com/upcoming-events
The annual Fair & Rodeo features a variety of attractions including a carnival, concerts, barbecue, mutton bustin’ and unique vendors selling items from cowboy boots to children’s toys.
- March 14-29
- Prices vary
- 9100 Decker Lake Road, Austin
- www.rodeoaustin.com

With unlimited bloody marys, food and drinks provided by local companies, games and photo opportunities, participants can enjoy their Saturday at the annual event. The festival will benefit the Girls Empowerment Network, a nonprofit whose mission is to ignite the power in girls by teaching them self-efficacy.
- March 22
- $55 (general admission), $73 (VIP)
- Fair Market, 1100 E. Fifth St., Austin
- www.thebloodymaryfest.com/austin-3-22-25
Austin FC will take on San Diego FC for the first time after San Diego FC began playing MLS.
- March 23, 3 p.m.
- $62+
- Q2 Stadium, 10414 McKalla Place, Austin
- www.q2stadium.com/event/austin-fc-vs-san-diego-fc
The beginner-friendly class will show participants how to handbuild a pinch pot and sculpt and decorate their own pot into various functional pottery pieces including vases. Each participant will create and take home 1-2 pottery pieces.
- March 29, 1-3 p.m.
- $75
- Austin Beerworks, 3001 Industrial Terrace, Austin
- www.potterywithapurpose.com