Austin prepares for the Spring Festival Season starting with the SXSW Conference; Mayor emphasizes readiness, asks public to use alternative transport, and police to implement a no-refusal initiative. Health and travel advisories are also in place.

Fiesta Reclamada is a revamped 75-year city tradition in Austin, featuring local music, art, and activities for kids on May 4, free to the public at The Cathedral.

The Carver Museum celebrates Black History Month with free events, including 'Solar Saturday,' film screenings, an HBCU day, and performances, reflecting African American culture and contributions.

The Texas arts and culture scene has generated $7.3 billion for the economy over a decade, with $459.1 million in state sales tax revenue and nearly a million jobs.

Carver Museum in Austin celebrates Black History Month with a themed event series, including a block party, film screenings, and a gospel performance.

Austin's Artist Access Program is accepting applications for its 2026 season to provide local artists with affordable rehearsal and production spaces.

Third Eye Blind will headline Austin's New Year's Eve celebration at Auditorium Shores, a free, family-friendly event with music, food, and fireworks.

The LBJ Presidential Library in Austin has installed Panel 44 from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, honoring 335 service members lost in a week of 1968.

The 31st annual Art from the Streets show in Austin displayed over 3,000 artworks by homeless individuals, with sales benefiting the artists directly.

The Dougherty Arts Center in Austin hosts a Sustainability Salon to discuss eco-friendly art practices, featuring seed ball making, art supply swapping, and hot cocoa.

The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center showcases 'Fortlandia', featuring the 'Honeycomb Hideout', a collaborative design project aimed at interactive learning and community involvement.

Austin City Limits Music Festival 2024 kicks off this weekend with traffic expected around Zilker Park. TPR and ACAF provide festival rules and travel tips, including bag policies and transportation options.

The Blanton Museum of Art in Austin showcases "Long Live Surrealism! 1924–Today," featuring both iconic Surrealists and modern artists through January 12.