James Roberts

Here, we round up the best summer music festivals in Texas (and cheat a little by including a few just on the outskirts summer—hello, ACL!) so you don’t miss any of the fun. Whether you’re visiting a city like Austin and want a short day trip to see local artists that perform at the city’s best live music venues, or you just want an excuse to get tipsy under a scorching Texas sun, these are the festivals for you. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in Texas

Think Austin events and you probably think the biggies: South by Southwest, Austin City Limits, Austin Fashion Week. But the calendar is jam-packed with food and wine festivals, concerts and events both mammoth and smaller and undersung, making sure there are things to do in Austin at all times, and for all types. Season to season, these are the Austin events you want to be putting in your diary.