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Monthly Calendar of Events
OCTOBER
2014
F
Free Event
Events & Festivals
3-5
2, 3 & 4
Austin City Limits Music Festival,
Weekend #1
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Austin Comic Con 2014
Austin Convention Center
http://www.wizardworld.com/home-tx.html
2
►
F
First Thursday along South Congress Ave.
Food, fun, shopping and people watching
South Congress Avenue, Austin
www.firstthursday.info
2
► 5 - 9 pm
F
First Thursday in DT Buda
Shop unique antique and specialty vendors
while enjoying food from DT restaurants.
http://ci.buda.tx.us
3
► 5 - 9 pm
F
First Friday in DT Georgetown
Shop unique antique and specialty vendors
while enjoying food from DT restaurants.
https://visit.georgetown.org/first-friday-indowntown/
3-5
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Fredericksburg Oktoberfest
German music, food and drink, artisans,
children’s area and family fun.
MarktPlatz, Fredericksburg
http://www.oktoberfestinfbg.com/
► visit website for schedule and venue information
23-30
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ACL Festival takes place on 46-acres in Zilker
Park, the crown jewel of Austin’s public
green spaces. It plays host not only to 130+
artists from across the globe, but amazing
local eats and wares, free fun for the kiddos,
green goings-on, and other cool activities to
entertain you between sets!
Zilker Park, Austin
http://www.aclfestival.com/
10-12
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Austin City Limits Music Festival,
Weekend #2
ACL Festival takes place on 46-acres in Zilker
Park, the crown jewel of Austin’s public
green spaces. It plays host not only to 130+
artists from across the globe, but amazing
local eats and wares, free fun for the kiddos,
green goings-on, and other cool activities to
entertain you between sets!
Zilker Park, Austin
http://www.aclfestival.com/
18-19
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Austin Celtic Festival
Their 14th annual celebration. Four stages
of Irish, Scottish and Breton music, dance,
storytelling, workshops and more. Plus,
Sheepherding demos, Highland Games and
over 30 Celt craft vendors.
Fiesta Gardens, Austin
www.austincelticfestival.com
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Austin Film Festival
Recognized as one of the top film festivals in
the country, this cinematic event shines the
spotlight on top-billed films and Indies alike.
Paramount Theatre and various locations, Austin
www.austinfilmfestival.com
25-26
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Texas Book Festival
For book lovers of all ages! Enjoy author
readings and presentations, panel discussions,
book signings, cooking demonstrations, live
music, local food, YA authors, children’s activities
and exhibiting vendors from across the state.
Downtown, Various Locations, Austin
www.texasbookfestival.org
31
► HAPPY
HALLOWEEN!
Food, Art & Culture
Sept. 26 - Oct. 2
5:30, 7:30 & 9:30 pm
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Believe Me
Come out and support the local movie
scene! Austin’s own Riot Studio’s 3rd movie
production. Four desperate, broke, and out
of idea college seniors start a fake charity to
embezzle money for tuition. See trailer at
http://riotstudios.com
Galaxy Highland, Austin
http://believemefilm.com/theaters/austin
Visit: www.gracytitle.com/e-flyer/monthlycalendar/pumkinpatches.pdf to see a list of Popular Pumpkin Patches in Central Texas
7-12
► 7:30 pm
Beauty And The Beast
The romantic Broadway musical for all
generations!
Bass Concert Hall, Austin
http://texasperformingarts.org/events
10
► Doors @ 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm
So You Think You Can Dance
Sports
4
► 3:00 pm
Black Star 10k - Beer Tour
A 10k guided running tour through some
of Austin’s most historic and interesting
neighborhoods. We will begin in the vibrant
downtown area, venture into the 40 Acres of
the UT campus, explore historic Hyde Park and
end at the Black Star Co-op for complimentary
beers and appetizers.
Austin Convention Center
http://www.cityrunningtours.com/austin.html
So You Think You Can Dance’s Top 10 finalists will
make their way across North America, performing
in a mix of theaters and arenas as part of the So
You Think You Can Dance Tour 2014.
ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin
http://acl-live.com/
10-12
12
U.S. Vintage Racing National
Championship
► 4:00 pm
50th Season Opening Gala
Presented by Chorus Austin celebrating “The
Fantasy and Joy of Beethoven”.
The Long Center, Austin
http://thelongcenter.org/
19
Features three days of on-track action with
over 600 Vintage race cars from around the
globe.
Circuit of The Americas, Austin
www.circuitoftheamericas.com/vintage/
18
► 7:00 pm
rePLAY Symphony of Heroes
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► 1:00 pm
Austin Challenge 2014: The Ultimate
Urban Scavenger Race
Teams of two or more will dash around the city,
racing against other Challengers for immortal
glory (and cash prizes!) as they solve tricky
clues, strategize the best route, and explore
undiscovered corners of the city.
Banger’s Beer Garden, Austin
http://www.challengenation.com/austin/
23
19
Comedian: Jim Gaffigan
Bass Concert Hall, Austin
http://texasperformingarts.org/events
28
► F 5:00 pm - 9 pm
Trailer Food Tuesday
Sample the delicious food trucks of Austin in
one easy location.
The Long Center, Austin
http://thelongcenter.org/
Held in conjunction with Ride for The Roses
Weekend, the 2014 Team LIVESTRONG
Challenge Austin is an annual ride in beautiful
Austin, Texas. This event is suitable for riders of
all levels, with routes of 20, 45, 65 and 100 miles.
Palmer Events Center, Austin
http://www.livestrong.org/events/1700/
► 7:00 pm
Austin’s Drinking Duathlon
A special Halloween-y class with Cheese and
Candy pairings! Who could ask for a better and
more decadent way to celebrate this spooky
holiday than some amazing sweet-on-sweet
and salty-sweet flavor combinations.
Antonelli’s Cheese Shop, Austin
http://www.antonellischeese.com/
City Running Tours and PubCrawler have
joined forces to provide Austin’s first Drinking
Duathlon! Explore Austin’s downtown by
taking a 2 mile tour through the heart of
downtown, and then jump on the famous
PubCrawler to enjoy a refreshing full keg on
a ride to Austin Ale House and the Barton
Springs area.
Luke’s Locker, Austin
http://register.racevine.com/events/austin-tx/
austin-s-drinking-duathlon-tour-
31
25
28
► 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Candy & Cheese
► Doors @ 7:30 pm, 9 pm
6th Annual Zombie Ball Masquerade
THE PARTY TO DIE FOR! Celebrate Halloween in
style at ACL Live in downtown Austin. The Zombie
Ball Masquerade promises to be the Haunte’d
Couture event of the year, complete with red
carpet, a lavishly supernatural setting, and the
sexiest of the walking dead.
ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin
http://acl-live.com/
The Ghosts of Shoal Creek
Halloween Walking Tour
A Halloween-themed tour of Shoal Creek
tracing the ghosts of Austin’s past.
Pease District Park, Austin
www.shoalcreekconservancy.org/
Oct. 31 - Nov. 2
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Formula 1 United States Grand Prix
Circuit of The Americas, Austin
www.circuitoftheamericas.com
Texas Longhorn Sports Event Calendar
http://texassports.com/
Calendar of Running Events
www.gracytitle.com/e-flyer/8x8/
AustinRunners/AustinRunners.pdf
www.gracytitle.com/e-flyer/8x8/
AustinRoadCycling/AustinCycling.pdf
Music
2
► Doors @ 8:00 pm
Tito’s Hometown Shindig Presents:
An Evening With Beck
Stubb’s Outdoor Theater, Austin
http://stubbsaustin.com/concert-listings
► 7:30 am
Austin’s LIVESTRONG Challenge
19
► 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Calendar of Cycling Events
A hero’s journey, as set forth by Joseph
Campbell’s monomyth; a narrative framework
that can be seen in many of the games, film,
and books throughout history.
The Long Center, Austin
http://thelongcenter.org/event/replaysymphony-heroes/
► 7:30 pm
25
► 6:30 am
Enchilada Buffet 2014
a grassroots, self-supported ride covering five
trails and ~85 miles of Austin mountain bike
goodness. There will be an after party with beer,
food, and music!
Walnut Creek Parking Lot, Austin
http://www.enchiladabuffet.com/
8 &12
► Doors @ 6:30 pm, 8 pm
Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band
A man who needs no introduction - as a member of
The Beatles, Ringo Starr is a legend in the music world!
ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin
http://acl-live.com/
14 &15
► Doors @ 6:30 pm, 8 pm
Widespread Panic
ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin
http://acl-live.com/
17
► Doors @ 7:00 pm
Old 97’s with Sarah Jaffe
Stubb’s Outdoor Theater, Austin
http://stubbsaustin.com/concert-listings
20
► Doors @ 6:00 pm
Mastadon with Gojira and Kvelertak
Stubb’s Outdoor Theater, Austin
http://stubbsaustin.com/concert-listings
Search and find more music events at:
www.austinlivemusic.com
www.red7austin.com
http://mohawkaustin.com
www.nuttybrown.com
www.antonesnightclub.com
www.continentalclub.com