Black History Month celebrations and NASCAR: 8 events in Central Austin

Swift Fit Events will host a race day where Austin Marathon runners can experience VIP treatment including recovery tools, on-site wellness support from recovery brands, and food and beverage options.

• Feb. 15, 6 a.m.-1 p.m.
• $75-$400
• The Fox Den, 920 Congress Ave., Austin
• www.swiftfitevents.com

The San Antonio basketball team will face off against the Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings as part of its I-35 series.

• Feb. 19, 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 21, 7 p.m.
• $84 and up
• Moody Center, 2001 Robert Dedman Drive, Austin
• www.moodycenteratx.com

Vocal artist Jazzie Renea Baker will perform blues, R&B and more. Baker has over 36 years of live performance experience and served as the coordinator and host for the Black Music Awards for three years.

• Feb. 21, 2-2:45 p.m.
• Free
• Austin Public Library, Howson Branch, 2500 Exposition Blvd., Austin
• https://library.austintexas.gov

The event featuring only women tennis players is making its return to Austin with a singles draw of 32 players and a doubles draw of 16 teams. Qualifying sessions will take place Feb. 21-22, and the main draw will begin Feb. 23.

• Feb. 21-March 1
• $10 and up
• Westwood Country Club, 3808 W. 35th St., Austin
• www.atxopen.com

The community is welcome to join Austin Public Library as they celebrate its 100th anniversary with a cookout at the library’s first ever branch. Attendees can expect food, music, games, dancing, crafts, activities and dominoes and spades tournaments.

• Feb. 22, noon-3 p.m.
• Free
• Austin Public Library, Carver Branch, 1161 Angelina St., Austin
• https://library.austintexas.gov

The NASCAR Cup Series and O'Reilly Auto Parts Series will compete on the 17-turn, 2.4-mile National Course. The event will also feature a fan zone with entertainment acts, NASCAR driver appearances and activities.

• Feb. 27-March 1
• $16 and up
• Circuit of The Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd., Del Valle
• www.circuitoftheamericas.com

Sips & Sounds Music Festival

The festival will feature 16 artists including Christina Aguilera, Calvin Harris, Foster the People, Major Lazer Soundsystem and Grouplove. Attendees can also expect interactive experiences throughout the event and local food vendors.

• March 13-14
• $65 and up (general admission, GA+ and specific day passes vary)
• Auditorium Shores, 900 W. Riverside Drive, Austin
• www.sipssoundsfest.com