Hole in the Wall, a famed music venue in Austin, celebrates its 50th anniversary with live shows and exclusive merchandise, maintaining its role in Austin's music scene.

Austin prepares to celebrate Juneteenth with various events including parades, festivals, live music, educational workshops, and food offerings to honor America's newest national holiday.

Pitbull is set to perform at a free concert celebrating the University of Texas's move to the Southeastern Conference, with festivities including games, family activities, and fireworks. The event will take place in front of the UT tower.

Justin Timberlake stopped his concert in Austin to help a fan in distress, resuming the performance after ensuring their safety. His "Forget Tomorrow 2024" tour is his first major outing since 2018.

Cyndi Lauper announces her Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour, coinciding with a documentary airing on Paramount+ and her legacy being honored with a Hollywood imprint ceremony.

Ugandan musician Jon Muq releases his debut album "Flying Away," produced by Dan Auerbach, blending African music with global pop. He's set to perform at the Austin City Limits Music Festival.

Ellen DeGeneres announces her farewell stand-up comedy tour, "Ellen's Last Stand...Up," which will conclude with a Netflix special recorded in Minneapolis.

Filmmaker Robert Rodriguez received the seventh star on the Paramount Theatre's Avenue of Stars in Austin during its 50th-anniversary film series, honoring his contributions to cinema and deep ties to the city.

Willie and Annie Nelson are releasing a cannabis-infused cookbook with recipes and stories, available November 12, along with Willie's new album on May 31.

Glen Powell was inducted into the Texas Film Hall of Fame and celebrated at the Paramount Theater in Austin, coinciding with his film "Hit Man" premiere.

A study by Upgraded Points highlighted on KXAN shows high costs of concert vacations in cities like New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, while cities like Lexington and Cleveland offer more affordable options.

Donald Glover, as Childish Gambino, released a new album "ATAVISTA" and announced tour dates in Austin and Dallas for September, with WILLOW joining as a special guest.

SXSW festival is set to expand to London in June 2025, bringing its blend of tech, music, and film to Europe for the first time, with local cultural integration.