Words Deven Wilson
Locals Know Tacos Tours | Fridays & Saturdays, 1:30pm
Ready to go deeper than Austin’s best barbecue? We’re expanding our tours and leveraging our local expertise to showcase the talented taco trucks that deliver the best of the best in Austin. This walking tour will sample tacos, chips & dips, and Mexican traditions and delicacies from various iconic spots like Michelin Guide-recognized La Santa Barbacha. It also includes sipping margs and taking in murals while exploring the savory and sweet sides of East Austin’s culinary scene. Tickets start at $85 and provide more than enough food to fill bellies for both lunch and dinner. eastsideatx.com/tacotours
Moontower Comedy Festival | April 7-19, showtimes vary
For two weeks in April, the Paramount and State theaters turn into one of the country’s largest comedic festivals during the Moontower Comedy Festival. Big names in comedy come together along with a slew of rising stars for nonstop laughs, with this year’s festival bringing Leslie Jones, Kathy Griffin, and Murray Hill. Badges start at $175, while each show also sells individual tickets. austintheatre.org/moontower-comedy |
713 Congress Ave.
Rock the Park | April 10-May 15, 6:45pm
Mueller’s Girard Kinney Park rocks out this spring with free family-
friendly concerts. Curated by KUTX 98.9 and their Sunday-evening kids’ show “Spare the Rock, Spoil the Child”, this series invites indie kids and their indie parents to camp out on blankets and either plan a picnic dinner with the music, or grab a bite from the various food trucks at the Hangar near the lake. kutx.org/live-events/kutx-events/rock-the-park | 4550 Mueller Blvd.
ABC Kite Festival | April 11, 10am-5pm
Delighting kids and kids-at-heart, ABC Kite Festival brings a world of color to the skies above Zilker. At Austin’s beloved kite competition, fliers take to the skies to show off homemade and store-bought kites, while kids can take to dancing at the MossFest Children’s Concert, and the family dog gets their zoomies out at the Pet Zone. Free to attend but the memories made are priceless. abckitefest.org | 2100 Barton Springs Rd.
Preservation Austin Homes Tour | April 18-19, 10am-5pm
From one of the first homes in Austin to the psychedelic designs of the 70s, tour local architectural history with Preservation Austin. Since 1993, it’s become a tradition in its own right and a means for locals and visitors alike to reconnect with the various eras of “Old Austin.” With ten homes on tour, split into five per day, it’s a weekend’s worth of design appreciation for $50 per person. preservationaustin.org/events/2026-homes-tour |various stops
Stevie Nicks Live | April 22, 7pm
The legendary singer and voice of a generation, Stevie Nicks, makes her way to the stage at Moody Center. With her latest album out, this live concert’s set to be a mix of nostalgia and new sounds, unforgettable for any fan of her various eras as a performer. Tickets start at $120. moodycenteratx.com/event/stevie-nicks-2026 | 2001 Robert Dedman Dr.
Courtney Barnett | May 1, 8pm
Resound & AEG & Sun Radio Present: Courtney Barnett on the main stage at Radio Coffee & Beer East. Barnett returns to the stage with her latest album Creature of Habit. Tickets are $53, with $1 per ticket supporting organizations working for equity, access, and dignity for all. radiocoffeeandbeer.com/radio-east | 3504 Montopolis Dr.
Austin Psych Fest | May 8-10, 2:30- 10:30pm
Indie rock, experimental, and psychedelic icons like Flaming Lips, The Black Angels, and Thee Sacred Souls are headlining this year’s Psych Fest at Far Out Lounge. The bar will transform into a trippy scene with liquid lights and video visuals, elevating the festival’s vibes to out-of-this-world levels. Tickets start at $98 for a one-day ticket. levitation.fm | 8504 S Congress Ave.
The Wiz | May 12-17, showtimes vary
The groundbreaking twist on Dorothy’s classic tale returns to tour America, with a stop at Austin’s Bass Concert Hall this May. With a score composed of 70s funk, soul, gospel, and rock, The Wiz is an iconic retelling of The Wizard of Oz. Tickets start at $48 and shows start as early as 1pm. austin.broadway.com | 2350 Robert Dedman Dr.
Locals Know BBQ Tours | Saturdays & Sundays, 11am-2pm
There’s an overwhelming number of choices when it comes to barbecue joints to try around town, and it’s easy to put off sampling the best when the lines are long. But for $145 per person, locals and visitors alike can experience the priceless joy of not facing the dreaded “rest-room dilemma” of “should I stay or should I go?” while waiting in said lines but skipping them altogether at each spot: Mum’s Foods, KG BBQ, la Barbecue, Micklethwait Craft Meats, Parish Barbecue, and a secret location kept on the down low. Have your brisket and eat it too, as you’re chauffeured from pit to pit learning about the rich history of Texas’s best smoky goodness. eastsideatx.com/foodtours | Central East Austin
Another Kind of Silence | May 20-June 7, showtimes vary
The Vortex is hosting performances of Another Kind of Silence by L. M. Feldman. A love story between characters with varied hearing abilities, it’s a bilingual collaboration between deaf and hearing artists for audiences not often represented on stage. Tickets range from $15 to $39 per person, depending on seat location. vortexrep.org | 2307 Manor Rd.
AAPI Heritage Month Exhibit | May 29, 6:15-10pm
Close out Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by supporting local AAPI women artists and experiencing powerful, unapologetic work in a space designed to move you at The Cathedral. The night starts with an artist talk and moves into an open house in the art-full space. Expect complimentary craft cocktails all night, magnetic energy, and a room filled with people who care deeply about art, culture, and community. Tickets start at $15. thecathedralatx.com | 2403 E 16th St.
Join the Club (Literally)! | April 27 & May 25, 7-8pm
EASTside ATX Mag hosts monthly Book Club Meet-ups — always the last Monday of the month at 7pm. Expect local coffee, occasional custom cocktails, and discussions over whether fictional characters deserve redemption arcs. Each month features a new book (voted on by you) and a rotating venue: think patios, bookstores, and breweries. April’s Meet-up takes place at Meanwhile Brewing and in honor of Earth Day, we’ve come up with a list of atmospheric book options that drop readers into the least explored corners of the world. Follow along on Insta for details about May’s book and location or sign up to vote on books and get notifications. eastsideatx.com/bookclub | @eastsideatxmag | 3901 Promontory Point Dr.
