Friday, May 12th
Afterworld: Zen Garden | Recurring | Asian American Resource Center
Essentials Creative’s Afterworld: Zen Garden, is an immersive installation that seeks to celebrate multiculturalism and diversity. Their inspiration comes from afterlife beliefs across different cultures, like Obon and Day of the Dead, acknowledging the similarities among them and commemorating the legacy of our ancestors and the departed. Their collective experiences as Asian/Latin American artists motivate us to create artwork that celebrates and honors the stories and identities of people from diverse backgrounds. Afterworld is a space of inclusivity and understanding, where visitors of all ages and backgrounds can come together to recognize and appreciate the commonality of their shared experiences, and gain a deeper understanding of one another. More info and RSVP details here.
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Best Night Ever: Taylor’s Version | 9:00pm | Empire Control Room & Garage
Best Night Ever Presents: Taylor’s Version- playing all T Swift hits + deep cuts you know all too well! Bring your fellow Swifies to sing and dance all night long to create Taylor memories. Empire is a completely cashless venue. This event is open to all ages. Get your tickets here!
Saturday, May 13th
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Saturday Brunch Mother’s Day Weekend | 1:00pm | XO Nightclub
Welcome to Saturday Brunch Mother’s Day Weekend! Combining Delicious Brunch + ATX Best DJs for a Fun Afternoon for Everyone. Large parties are welcomed. There will be a full bar and mimosas! View their brunch menu and grab tickets here.
Valley – Lost in Translation Tour | 8:00pm | Emo’s
Juno-nominated alt-pop band Valley will perform live at Emo’s East this Saturday! Aidan Bisset will be the supporting opener. They are anticipating their new album Lost in Translation to drop on June 23rd. Check out their newest release “Break For You.” You won’t want to miss this show. Tickets available here.
Sunday, May 14th
Mother’s Day Celebration | 9:00am | Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Celebrate Mother’s Day (and Mother Nature) at the Wildflower Center! Guests can enjoy cocktails, order–ahead charcuterie picnic boxes, performances by Austin Symphony’s string quartet, and much more. Register here.
Cinderella | 3:00pm | Long Center For The Performing Arts
Ballet Austin performs Stephen Mills’ Cinderella, an enduring rags-to-princess story that offers the promise of “happily ever after!” This treasured fairy tale of perseverance and love includes a compiled score from Alexander Glazunov and live accompaniment from the Austin Symphony Orchestra. More info here.
This list was created by Intern, Teia Reese. Teia is graduating from Texas State University this May and will be attaining her degree in Advertising. She has several interests such as collecting vinyl records, attending live shows, traveling, and exploring Austin hotspots. You can connect with Teia through LinkedIn or Instagram.