It's the weekend! You've worked hard to get to this point, so you deserve to play hard, too. We've curated our favorite events happening around Austin for the next few days, from pop-ups to festivals to grand openings—all you have to do is round up your crew. Have a great weekend, y'all!
Fri 20
4/20 parties and specials
We may be a stomping ground to the biggest stoner out there (Snoop Dogg has admitted that he was once out-smoked by Willie), but there's still a long way to go before we're all blazing in public. Still, 4/20 always elicits a few celebrations around town, and we've rounded up a handful to keep y'all high...on life. Or whatever. Here's a list of Austin's 4/20 shenanigans. Various times
Moontower Comedy Festival
We've been touting the laugh-inducing fest since it began on Wednesday, but there's more hilarity to be had. Watch as the country’s best comedians—Tiffany Haddish, Tig Notaro, Mike Birbiglia and others—bring their best jokes to Austin’s annual comedy bonanza. The Paramount Theatre serves as Moontower’s home base, but you can catch stand-up, sketch and improv at venues across the city, where locals such as Matt Bearden, Chris Cubas and Avery Moore will have you laugh until you cry. Fri & Sat at various times
Fusebox Festival
Installations, performances, conversations, meals—this annual citywide festival allows artists to exhibit their talent through a number of channels. You can bet there will be plenty of parties, too. Until Sunday
Old Settler’s Music Festival
Held just outside of Lockhart, Old Settler’s Music Festival brings Americana and roots music to one tiny town for a spirited weekend. Catch acts like Greensky Bluegrass, Railroad Earth, Jamestown Revival, Calexico and more, along with artisans selling arts and crafts, and plenty of food and craft beer. Camping options are available. Until Sunday
Sat 21
Bloody Mary Fest: The Return
Brunch fans often have a love-hate relationship with Bloody Marys, but if you're feeling the love this weekend, be sure to hit up the Bloody Mary Fest, which is making a comeback after a few years. Your $15 ticket gets you a Bloody Mary, a vote in the people's choice awards, Bloody Mary tastings from local restaurants and bars, live music and more. Sat at 11am
14th Annual Lonestar Crawfish Festival
How about eating crawfish for a cause? This festival, hosted by the Busby Foundation, raises money for Central Texas families affected by ALS. Jackopierce takes the stage at 7pm and headliner Pat Green is on at 8:45pm. Sat at 6:30pm
Monster Jam
Perhaps a small part of you never let go of that childhood passion for big cars, or maybe you've been living that monster truck life loud and proud. Either way, Monster Jam offers two days of motorsport athletes competing for the championship in custom, high-power vehicles like speedsters, ATVs and—of course—trucks. Sat at 7pm & Sun at 2pm
Sun 22
Texas Wine Revolution
Viva la revolucíon. This annual festival showcases the Lone Star State's finest vino, plus 100-percent Texas-grown rosés. More than 25 wineries and winemakers will be in attendance for tastings, live music, local food and more. Sun at 1pm
Book of Mormon
This Broadway hit from the creators of South Park won nine Tony Awards, and by the end of the first musical number you'll know why this comedy about the misadventures of a pair of missionaries is so beloved. Sunday is the last day on the Austin tour stop—find out how to get $25 tickets here. Sun at 1pm and 7pm