Feb 4, 2022 - Food and Drink

Things to do in Austin this weekend

Illustration of neon signs with the days of the week. Lights go out one by one and "weekend" flashes.

Illustration: Allie Carl/Axios

Bundle up before you head out this winter weekend.

Of note: Check the status of events and road conditions, and as always, take a peek at public health guidelines before you go.

šŸ“š Catch a reading and Q&A with Austin poet K.B. Brookins and Vermont poet Renee Rossi, who will celebrate the release of their chapbooks at 2pm Saturday at Malvern Books.

šŸŽ­ Watch the Texas Premiere of Mason Bates and Mark Campbell’s "The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs" at the Austin Opera with performances running throughout the weekend.

🧧 Celebrate the Lunar New Year Festival at The Paper + Craft Pantry on Sunday from noon-4pm. The outdoor, family friendly event will feature more than 20 vendors of Asian descent, a lion dance performance and more.

šŸŽØ View an interactive art exhibit showcasing the Black history that shaped the American experience. RichesArt Gallery is hosting American History, an exhibition that will run from Feb. 3-28, with an opening reception this Saturday.

šŸ–¼ Learn about the experiences of Latinx artists Adriana Corral, rafa esparza, Michael Menchaca, Delilah Montoya and Celia Ɓlvarez MuƱoz, who will be part of a virtual panel from LACMA and Mexic-Arte Museum.

šŸ› Shop at Art in ATX’s Valentine’s Market, featuring musical performances and more than 20 vendors in the parking lot of Moontower Cider on Sunday from 2-7pm.

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