Your go-to round-up for food fests, outdoor movies, art markets, comedy nights, and family-friendly events across Austin

Summer is creeping in, and Austin is already in full swing. From the massive FoodieLand festival to lakefront movie premieres and free community ice cream socials, this weekend is stacked. Whether you’re looking for low-key fun or a full-blown experience, here’s everything happening from Friday, May 30 to Sunday, June 1.

Friday, May 30

🌈 RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 Viewing Party
📍 Cheer Up Charlie’s | 7 PM | 18+ | 900 Red River St, Austin, TX
Watch the queens werk it at this energetic viewing party. Expect themed drinks, a lively crowd, and an iconic Austin patio vibe.

🍜 FoodieLand Night Market (Opening Day!)
📍 Circuit of the Americas | 3 PM – 10 PM | $12.33 | foodielandnm.com
This massive outdoor food fest features 185+ multicultural food and craft vendors, carnival games, and live performances. Inspired by the night markets of Asia, FoodieLand is family-friendly, pet-free, and full of flavor. Parking is $15 and kids under 5 get in free.

🎬 Parking Lot Movie Night: Clueless
📍 Lou’s Eastside | 7 PM | 1900 E Cesar Chavez | Free
Catch Clueless on a 25′ screen with DJ sets, pop-up vendors, and a parking lot bar. Brought to you by KUTX. Family-friendly, and perfect for that summer nostalgia.

🍷 Vinat Wine Sampling @ Tiny Grocer
📍 4300 Speedway | 4 PM – 6 PM | Free | 21+
Sample approachable, European-style wines from Austin-based, sister-founded Vinat. Expect wines with names like “Skinny Dip” and “Out of Office”—they’re fun, clean-crafted, and not too serious.

Saturday, May 31

🍑 SFC Farmers’ Market at Republic Square
📍 422 Guadalupe St | 9 AM – 12 PM | Free
Support 75+ vendors focused on local farms and ranches. There’s live music, plenty of green space, and SNAP/WIC accepted. Free customer parking available again downtown.

🎨 Curate: Create – Austin Creative Market
📍 Radio/East | 12 PM – 6 PM | 3504 Montopolis Dr
With over 120 vendors, this biweekly market includes vintage clothing, handmade jewelry, home goods, and artisan items. Shop local and meet the makers behind the work.

🍨 Ice Cream Social & Summer Kickoff
📍 Windsor Park Library | 1 PM – 3 PM | 5833 Westminster Dr
This one’s for the community. Bring the family and join your neighbors for free ice cream and toppings to celebrate the start of summer.

🍷 Wine & Food Festival @ Hill Country Galleria
📍 Bee Cave | 3 PM – 6 PM | $50
Sip curated wine selections, sample culinary delights, and enjoy live music. A relaxed but upscale vibe for wine lovers and foodies alike.

🩰 Ballet Under the Stars @ Zilker Hillside Theater
📍 2206 William Barton Dr | 8 PM | Free
Bring a blanket and enjoy classical and original works performed by local ballet artists. This family-friendly performance includes pieces from Romeo and Juliet and more. Rain date is June 1.

🎙 Date Night Comedy @ Rozco’s Comedy Club
📍 1805 E 7th St | Shows at 7 PM & 9 PM | 2-for-1 tickets for $25
Perfect for couples or friends night out. Expect big laughs and a cozy venue.

🎤 Jennifer Foster & The Audacity @ Geraldine’s
📍 605 Davis St | 9:30 PM – 11 PM | Free
Live music with a view of the Austin skyline. Perfect for post-dinner drinks.

🦈 Movie Premiere: Dangerous Animals – ON THE WATER!
📍 Volente Beach + Beachside Billy’s | 5 PM | $47.69
Yes, you’re watching a movie in Lake Travis. Float in an innertube, enjoy a meal and drink, and maybe catch a glimpse of a celeb during this premiere event. Ticket includes Q&A and concessions.

Sunday, June 1

🐉 Tso Chinese Grand Opening Celebration (South Austin)
📍 1824 W Slaughter Ln #100 | 11 AM – 1 PM | Free
Celebrate the opening of Tso’s fifth location with a Lion Dance, coloring stations for kids, handwritten fortune cards, and more. Family-friendly and full of surprises.

🧠 H-E-B Free First Sunday: Juneteenth Celebration
📍 Bullock Museum | 10 AM – 5 PM | Free
Interactive art activities, STEM demos, and storytelling from Toni Simmons. At 1 PM, watch Juneteenth: The Galveston Story in the Texas Spirit Theater. Activities run 10 AM – 2 PM, museum admission is free all day.

🎺 The Parker Jazz Orchestra
📍 Parker Jazz Club | 6 PM | $20 – $30
An elevated evening of jazz in one of downtown’s best listening rooms.

🎶 Gospel Brunch @ Stubb’s BBQ
📍 801 Red River St | 10:30 AM | $36.95 – $44.95
A soulful brunch experience complete with a live gospel band. Book early to snag a table with a view of the stage.
📞 Call (512) 480-8341 ext. 4 or email brunch@stubbsaustin.com to reserve.

🛍 Domain Farmers Market
📍 The Lawn at The Domain | 11 AM – 3 PM
A North Austin staple for produce, local goods, and Sunday energy. Grab a coffee and stroll.


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