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#OITAATX JAPAN SUMMER FESTIVAL

Join us for the annual Oita Japan Summer Festival, a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture and the sister city relationship between Austin and Oita, Japan.

Austin · Downtown AustinThe Long Center
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Austin City Limits Music Festival (Weekend One)

A local festival at 2100 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746, United States. The organizer has the latest hours, admission, and daily schedule.

Austin · 2100 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746, United States2100 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746, United States
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Hot Luck Festival

Fire-cooking and live-music festival from chef Aaron Franklin and friends in Austin.

AustinMultiple venues
FoodFoodiesFestival
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Austin Food Fest

Food and drink at Republic Square in Austin. The organizer has the latest serving hours and admission details.

Austin · Republic SquareRepublic Square
Food
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Viva La Vida Festival and Parade

Mexic-Arte Museum's 43rd Annual Viva La Vida Festival and Parade, part of Dia de los Muertos Celebrando Juntos, is Austin's largest.

Austin · Republic Square ParkRepublic Square Park
FestivalFamilyIndoor
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New here? Start with Austin

If you are new to Austin, TX, start with the kind of day you want instead of a giant list: family-easy, adult/date, group-friendly, or weather-safe.

KidsParks, museums, markets, and short downtown stops

Family plans should be easy to enter, easy to leave, and clear about bathrooms, food, weather, and parking.

  • Check age fit.
  • Keep drives short.
  • Pick food before the main stop.
AdultsDinner, music, patios, museums, wineries, or brewery routes

Adult plans work best with one timed anchor and a nearby place for food or a walk.

  • Check hours.
  • Book if needed.
  • Keep the route walkable.
GroupFestival, game, market, or activity venue

Groups need one clear meet-up point and a plan that still works if people arrive late.

  • Share the map.
  • Pick one anchor.
  • Have a backup nearby.
RainIndoor backup near the same neighborhood

Weather-safe plans should stay close to the original area so the day does not fall apart.

  • Check closures.
  • Avoid long outdoor walks.
  • Use official pages for changes.

Summer plans work best when you balance one outdoor anchor with shade, water, food, and an evening option.

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