February will offer multiple events in the Austin area—from a professional women's tennis tournament to a chili cookoff, Valentine's Day parties and much more. Explore these 10 events coming up. This list is not comprehensive.

Jo’s Chili CookOff

The professional and amateur chili competition will offer attendees a chance to pick their favorite chili of the day, in addition to live music, raffles and more. Money raised will benefit Free Lunch Austin, which works to address food insecurity in the area.

• Feb. 4, noon-3 p.m.
• Free (entry), $25 (tastings and voting ticket)
• Hotel San Jose, 1316 S. Congress Ave., Austin
• www.bunkhousehotels.com/hotel-san-jose

Singles in the City

Benefiting Austin Pets Alive, the singles-focused party will feature music by local DJ Mel, dancing, aerobatic performances, live body painting, tarot card readings and more.

• Feb. 8, 7-10 p.m.
• $30 (general admission), $100 (VIP)
• Superstition, 110 E. Riverside Drive, Austin
• www.austinmonthly.com

Galentine's Party

Those attending can participate in board games like Clueless and Girl Talk while sipping on craft cocktails and listening to a live DJ. Other available activities will include a DIY friendship bracelet bar, and pop-up markets offering manicures, nail art and permanent jewelry.

• Feb. 9, 6:30-10 p.m.
• $15
• Punch Bowl Social Austin Congress, 522 Congress Ave. Austin
• www.punchbowlsocial.com

Red Haute: 'Love, Audrey'

Organized by the Women’s Symphony League, the Valentine’s Day luncheon and children’s fashion show will benefit the Austin Symphony Orchestra. Snacks inspired by Audrey Hepburn's movies will be served during the fashion show, with raffles and games also available.

• Feb. 11, 11:30 a.m.
• $150
• Four Seasons Hotel, 98 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin
• www.wslaustin.org

A Valentine’s Affair

Ten aerial, pole and cabaret performers will entertain attendees on the outdoor courtyard stage. There will be two separate performances on event night, including an evening and a late show.

• Feb. 14; 6:30 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (evening show), 8:30 p.m. (doors), 9 p.m. (late show)
• $30 and up
• The Belmont, 305 W. Fifth St., Austin
• www.eventbrite.com

OUTsider Fest

The Austin-based nonprofit will host its 10th annual celebration honoring the LBGTQ+ community. OUTsider Fest will feature a range of performances and showcases from more than a dozen artists.

• Feb. 15-18, times vary
• $49-$109
• The Vortex, 2307 Manor Road, Ste. 2135, Austin
• www.outsiderfest.org

10th Anniversary Ameripolitan Music Awards

Nonprofit organization Ameripolitan, which works to help musicians and venues grow, will host the awards show in Austin. Awards will recognize artists from music genres such as honky-tonk, rockabilly, western swing, outlaw country and more.

• Feb. 18; 5:30 p.m. (doors), 7 p.m. (awards)
• $33 and up
• ACL Live at The Moody Theater, 310 W. Willie Nelson Blvd., Austin
• www.ameripolitan.org

Cupid’s Undie Run

The annual fun run will kick off with drinking and mingling before participants head out for a 1-mile run, which ends with a dance party. Proceeds will go toward research on neurofibromatosis, a genetic nervous system disorder.

• Feb. 24, noon-4 p.m.
• $40
• Kung Fu Saloon, 716 W. Sixth St., Austin
• www.cupids.org

ATX Open

Part of the Hologic Women’s Tennis Association Tour, the professional tennis tournament will feature a singles draw of 32 and a doubles draw of 16.

• Feb 24-25 (qualifying), Feb. 26-March 3 (main draw); times vary
• $28 and up (single session), $735 and up (full series package)
• Westwood Country Club, 3808 W. 35th St., Austin
• www.atxopen.com

'The Little Mermaid'

Zach Theatre members will perform their take on the classic Hans Christian Andersen story for a family-friendly show.

• Through March 3, 11 a.m.; 2 p.m. (Feb. 24, March 2)
• $16 and up
• The Whisenhunt at Zach Theatre, 202 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin
• www.zachtheatre.org/mermaid