Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these events around the Austin metro, from half marathons to musicals and plays.

This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change.

‘Shakespeare in Love’

Directed by Gretchen Westbrook, the play based on the award-winning movie displays William Shakespeare’s creative process and imagination as he writes Romeo and Juliet.
  • Through Feb. 2, Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.; Sundays, 2:30 p.m.
  • $25
  • Bastrop Opera House, 711 Spring St., Bastrop
  • www.bastropoperahouse.org
‘9 to 5: The Musical’

Leander High School Theatre will perform the musical based on the 1980 film, featuring music by Dolly Parton.
  • Jan. 30-Feb. 2, showtimes vary by day
  • $10 (LHS students and staff), $20 (general admission)
  • Leander High School, 3301 S. Bagdad Road, Leander
  • Facebook: Leander High School Theatre
The Teddy Bear Train


Train enthusiasts will experience a three hour round trip with a tour of the views of the San Gabriel River and Short Creek Canyon. Proceeds will go toward the Center for Child Protection.
  • Feb. 2, 10 a.m.
  • Free (ages 13 and under with donation), $40-$55 (ages 14 and older)
  • Cedar Park Depot, 401 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park
  • www.austinsteamtrain.org
Hill Country Bridal Expo

The Hill Country Bridal Expo at the Lakeway Resort and Spa will feature wedding cake sampling, wedding dress displays, entertainment, numerous vendors and experts on hand to offer guidance on wedding planning.Lunar New Year Festival

The Lunar New Year Festival at Springdale General will have a pop-up market, dances and performances, kids activities and more to mark the year of the snake.Jo’s Annual Chili Cook-Off

The annual cook-off raises funds for Free Lunch, which works to reduce food insecurity. There will be chili-related festivities, live music and more, with chili tasting wristbands available for $25.Galentine’s Month at The Winfield Inn


Bungalow 7 Wellness Collection will host four Galentine’s Day celebrations on Saturdays in February. Attendees are encouraged to bring their friends and enjoy the spa, a cash bar, games and activities at The Winfield Inn.‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’

Broke Thespians Theatre Company will present its production of Shakespeare’s comedy “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” for two weekends at the Maurice T. Suttles VFW Post 3413.2nd Annual San Marcos Music Awards

KZSM 104.1 FM will return to the Price Center for another year of the San Marcos Music Awards. The formal red carpet affair will have a ceremony to celebrate local talent and musical achievements.
  • Jan. 31, 6-10 p.m.
  • $50 (general admission)
  • 222 W. San Antonio St., San Marcos
  • www.kzsm.org/smma
San Marcos Half Marathon

Formerly known as Moe’s Better Half Marathon, San Marcos Half Marathon, 10K and 5K begins and ends at the Tanger Outlets. The public is invited to volunteer and cheer on race participants.