Waterloo Greenway will hold a screening of “The Wild Robot” at Wild Waterloo on April 19. (Courtesy Waterloo Greenway)
Hear live music, watch a movie in the park and donate to a good cause this April in Austin. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change.
NYOS Golf Tournament
NYOS Charter School will host a golf tournament at Morris Williams Golf Course to fundraise for updates to the school's technology and additional teacher resources.
Austin Roundup, an LGBT+ addiction recovery nonprofit in Central Texas, will host a drag performance and community celebration showcasing reimagined horror icons at Dougherty Arts Center. The production is only open to ages 18 and up.
April 4-5, 6 p.m. (Friday), 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. (Saturday)
One of Austin’s oldest family-friendly traditions will soar into Zilker Park this spring and offer a kite flying contest and showcase, a children’s music concert and more.
The largest organized 10K race in Texas follows a route through Downtown Austin with a finish line featuring free massages, food vendors, cocktails, a kids zone, an autograph wall, live music and more.
This annual two-week-long comedy festival will bring comics including Chris Distefano, Janelle James and Tiffany Haddish to Austin’s theaters and comedy clubs this year.
Art Spark Texas and McBeth Recreation Center will host an inclusive arts festival celebrating creativity, connection and diversity. Attendees can participate in a variety of hands-on art activities and see live performances.
The Adult Congenital Heart Association will host a fundraising walk to advocate for children and adults impacted by congenital heart disease. The event will begin with an opening ceremony at Mueller Lake Park.
At the UMLAUF Garden Party Fundraiser, guests can eat and drink from Austin restaurants, enjoy live entertainment and bid on auction items. (Courtesy Justin Leitner)
UMLAUF Garden Party
UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum will host its 26th annual Garden Party Fundraiser, themed “A Night in the Enchanted Garden.” Guests can enjoy live entertainment, an auction, and food from Austin favorites, including Nido, Odd Duck, El Alma, Uchi, and more.
Artists including Kabaka Pyramid, Anthony B and Nattali Rize will perform at this year’s reggae music festival at Auditorium Shores. A portion of ticket proceeds will be donated to the Central Texas Food Bank.
Waterloo Greenway and Families in Nature will host a nature-filled evening of family-friendly activities, outdoor exploration and a screening of “The Wild Robot” under the stars.
Find fresh ingredients, meet local farmers and chefs, taste seasonal dishes and learn about Austin’s sustainable food system at this three-day event taking place at Fiesta Gardens. Enjoy live cooking demonstrations, farmers market pop-ups, live music, kid-friendly activities and more.
This annual daylong festival from the Friends of the Forest Foundation will have live music, local beer, food and more to celebrate Austin culture. All proceeds will benefit nonprofit organizations in Central Texas.
The fourth annual Blues Fest returns to Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park on April 26 and 27. (Courtesy Salihah Saadiq/Austin Blues Festival)
Austin Blues Fest
Presented by Antone's Nightclub and Waterloo Greenway, the fourth annual Blues Fest returns to Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park. This year’s lineup includes Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Mavis Staples, TBC Brass Band and more.