Austin City Limits Radio Weekend Guide March 17th-19th

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Things to do in Austin this weekend. When and where to do them. Brought to you by: Shiner’s new TexHex Bruja’s Brew IPA, brewed with Amarillo hops and cactus water.
By Brenda Hubbard

Too many things to choose from this weekend? Don’t worry, we got you covered. We’re starting this week’s weekend guide on THURSDAY since there is plenty do during SXSW that doesn’t require a badge or wristbands! Here are some things you can do this weekend with friends and family, mostly all for free! For more free events happening during SXSW check out their website for the full schedule.

Thursday, March 17 

outdoor stage at sxsw 2019

Photo: sxsw.com / Jordan Hefler

ACL-Radio’s Live Morning Broadcast | Hotel Van Zandt | 8am, Thurs-Sat

ACL Radio loves SXSW! We are so excited to be able to do a live series again, so join us for our annual Live Morning Broadcast during SXSW through March 19th at Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt. For a $5 donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, you’ll enjoy 4-hours of exclusive, live interviews and performances from featured SXSW artists. More info here

Balanced Breakfast Showcase | The Jackalope | 12pm-6:30pm

This 2-day free event will feature 22 prominent bands from San Francisco, Seattle, Los Angeles, Austin, and more at the Jackalope on east 6th street. You do have to register to get in, so follow this link for more information!

St. Patrick’s Day in The Park at Indeed Tower | West 6th Street | 4pm

Under the emerald glow of the tower’s sparkling 20-foot tall light art installation, The Kilroy Star, attendees can enjoy live music and performances from Austin’s famed Celtic band The Here & Now and the dancers of the Irish Dance Center to honor Irish Heritage this St. Patrick’s Day. Click here for more information

SXSW Outdoor Stage at Ladybird Lake | Thurs-Sat | Doors at 4pm

The much-anticipated free outdoor stage show at Lady Bird Lake for SXSW begins! A staple of the community to support the community with each show benefiting a Nonprofit.The lineup for Thursday features austin bands Croy and the Boys, Heartless Bastards, Golden Dawn Arkestra, …And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead, and Kalu and the Electric Joint. Find more info about all the outdoor concerts this weekend here!

Friday, March 18 

easy tiger east in austi

Photo: austinmonthly.com

Party In the Park ‖ Easy Tiger East | 8am – 5pm

Easy Tiger’s East Austin location is transforming into to a “Party in the Park” on Friday and Saturday this weekend for SXSW, hosting bands from 1pm to 5pm. Stop by the expansive outdoor park for an opportunity to slow down with Easy classics for breakfast and lunch, as well as coffee, wine, cocktails and craft beer. Find more info here

 

Movie Night in the Pasture: Jurassic Park ‖ Jester King Brewery | 7pm-11pm

Need to escape the music parties for a minute and just chill? Head to Jester King Brewery’s Pasture for Movie Night! This week they will be featuring Jurassic Park. This event is free and open to the public, but don’t forget your blankets and camping chairs! Get to Jester King early to save your spot. Food and drink are available for purchase from Jester King Brewery & Kitchen. More info here!

Saturday, March 19

sherwood forest faire

photo: Jess Kilbane

Sherwood Forest Faire ‖ Every Saturday in March ‖ 10am

The Sherwood Forest Faire is a locally owned medieval-style village nestled in the Lost Pines section of Central Texas. They have over 100 permanent buildings on 25 acres, including stages, pubs, merchant shoppes, and more. Learn more info at www.sherwoodforestfaire.com

FREE events at SXSW 2022 ‖ All weekend | All times

Badge or no badge? Is a wristband still worth it? Austin’s SXSW 2022 is fully under way now with one weekend down and more to come, but truly the best way to get all the info you need about any event, any artist, any party and any comedy club is to check out the full list of events from SXSW’s website sxsw.com. But you can find the FREE events listing here. Have a blast and stay safe out there!

 

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