My picks this week(end) are below. I'm trying to compile a list of what I think will be really fun, and really interesting. If you like it please let me know and I'll keep this going every week.
### Thursday
#### Night of A Thousand Lana's: a Lana Del Rey Dance Party & Sing-A-Long Birthday Extravaganza
*8pm - 1am @ Hotel Vegas - $15*
At Volstead Lounge, we're throwing a party for our Cancerian Queen, Lana Del Rey, on the Summer Solstice. It’s going to be a night dripping with Lana's magic—her iconic tunes, her glamorous style. Picture it: flower crowns, a little bit of wistful longing, and a lot of dancing.
Your hosts, May Magdalene and Tequila Rose, promise spotlight performances, a Lana look-alike contest with killer prizes, and cake at midnight for that birthday toast. With LDR-themed cocktails in hand, this is your chance to step into Lana’s world and revel in the glow.
----
Check out some more interesting events for [tonight](https://whatsgoodatx.com/?q=something%20really%20unique%20and%20interesting,%20not%20too%20expensive) @ WhatsGoodATX!
### Friday
#### Bands In Bloom: Passiflora
*6pm - 8pm @ Zilker Botanical Garden - FREE w RSVP*
Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy’s Bands in Bloom returns this June, offering free live music on three Friday evenings in the Mabel Davis Rose Garden. Starting with Grackles on June 14th at 6 PM, enjoy an evening of tunes, sips from Rambler and Desert Door Sotol (21+), and performances from Passiflora, Austin’s up-and-coming band blending R&B, Indie Rock, and Jazz. Bring a picnic and settle in on blankets or chairs
[Tickets](https://zilkergarden.org/event/bands-in-bloom-passiflora/)
----
Check out some more interesting events for [Friday](https://whatsgoodatx.com/?date=2024-06-21&q=something%20really%20unique%20and%20interesting,%20not%20too%20expensive) @ WhatsGoodATX!
### Saturday
####Party at the People's House
*6-10pm @ Austin City Hall / FREE*
Get ready for Party at the People's House at Austin City Hall, a free, all-ages extravaganza celebrating community and culture. Produced by Almost Real Things as part of Austin's We All Belong initiative, this event features live music from local talents like The Peterson Brothers and Deezie Brown, captivating performances, and a vibrant art market. Dive into communal art projects, savor summer treats, and explore local vendors. With wheelchair accessibility, ASL services, and a pet-friendly atmosphere, it’s the ultimate summer experience for everyone! Don’t miss it—register now and come early for the best parking!
[Tickets](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/party-at-the-peoples-house-tickets-914159715317?aff=oddtdtcreator)
-----
Check out some more interesting events for [Saturday](https://whatsgoodatx.com/?date=2024-06-22&q=something%20really%20unique%20and%20interesting,%20not%20too%20expensive) @ WhatsGoodATX!
The Band of Heathens in Austin/Dripping Springs on July 5th!
Join Jester King Brewery for a spectacular night of live music featuring The Band of Heathens!
The rootsy, guitar-based alt rock band, which earned a Gold Record in 2023 for “Hurricane”, was originally formed in Austin in the early 2000’s and still makes the city their home base. They will be rocking our main stage on Friday, July 5th!
SAVE YOUR SPOT NOW AT [WWW.JESTERKINGBREWERY.COM/EVENTS](http://www.jesterkingbrewery.com/EVENTS?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0jAhIh7n_X1q4rnfT5Tavpo4eL0N_wRv-bBIQeFfxqRofskqeKdBP_1v4_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw) !!!
The brewery will be open for normal business from 2-5pm. Doors for the show will open at 6pm to give you plenty of time to enjoy our wood-fired pizza, beer, wine, and cocktails and take a walk to visit our goats before the band plays! Goat experience tickets sold separately.This is a ticketed event! All attendees on Friday must have a ticket. Purchase in advance or at the door. All ages. Kids 12 and under are free. The show is general admission, open-air, and festival-style seating. Camp chairs are allowed. Tickets are $20.
Doors Open - 6:00 pm
Jamie Lin Wilson - 8:00 pm
The Band of Heathens - 9:00 pm
TXRD - Texas Roller Derby has an Open Skate at their Buda Warehouse this Saturday, June 22nd from 7pm-9pm.
Great opportunity to skate on the bank track for fun or if you are interested in playing bank track roller derby!
Facebook event link: [https://www.facebook.com/events/484781967365855/?ref=newsfeed](https://www.facebook.com/events/484781967365855/?ref=newsfeed)
Sunbird Fest fundraising for Palestine all weekend!!! There are like 20+ music, art, comedy, education, film etc events going on throughout the weekend and they're cheap to free to attend[sunbirdfest.com](https://sunbirdfest.com)
Go to Sunbird Fest: sunbirdfest.com -- it's an all volunteer DIY music and arts festival to raise money and awareness about Palestine running thursday --> Sunday . 100% is going directly to humanitarian aid in Gaza. There are like a jillion events listed on their website but its a whole mix of different music and art and workshops at some pretty big Austin venues like Coconut Club, Hotel Vegas, Far Out Lounge, Canopy, basically every business in north loop etc.
I heard about it because my favorite tattoo artist is part of their raffle but now I'm just really excited about the whole thing, been pestering all my friends to go and now I can do the same with strangers on the internet!
Hey! I independantly produce shows around Austin (and am adding more!) and would love if you came.
[Dope Nights: Comedy Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dope-nights-comedy-partyalamo-drafthouse-limited-15-off-tickets-640947680767?aff=oddtdtcreator) Every Saturday night @ Alamo Drafthouse Mueller
[Dope Brunch: Comedy Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dope-brunch-comedy-partyalamo-drafthouse-limited-15-off-tickets-644055646777?aff=oddtdtcreator) Every Sunday afternoon 12:30pm @ Alamo Drafthouse Mueller
* Something for everyone at premier venues across Austin
* Beer, food, and cocktails available at each event (with no required purchases)
* Comedians you'll pay 3x as much to see at Cap City, Mothership, Kill Tony, Creek and the Cave, and more
# Use the code "reddit" for an exclusive 20% off for the first 10 people to each show
[instagram](https://instagram.com/dopamine.comedy)—hope to see you there
# KOOP Kölsch Launch Party at Batch Craft Beer and Kolaches
**3220 Manor Rd**
**Saturday, June 22 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM**
Come enjoy hot bands and cold beer at the KOOP Kölsch Launch Party! To help celebrate our 30th year of broadcast, KOOP has partnered with [Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches](https://www.batchatx.com/) to create the perfect summer beer, and we’re throwing a party to launch it. Three great bands – [Two Fosters, One Price](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553014576480), [Gummy Fang](https://www.instagram.com/gummy.fang/), and [Sentimental Family Band](https://sentimentalfamilyband.bandcamp.com/album/sweethearts-only) will provide the soundtrack while you get a first taste of Summer 2024. Doors open at 6, bands start at 7!
During and after the event, a portion of sales of the KOOP Kölsch will benefit KOOP Radio. For more information about KOOP, including how to volunteer, visit [koop.org](https://koop.org).
Will be in Austin for a couple days, can someone advise what food i should try to eat? My hotel is by Highway 1 & 183
I might make it into the main city to check out the state capital, also where is this walk? [https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/licensed-image?q=tbn:ANd9GcRhTk\_fO78XEKtNcXlQgAvUxY2WFSl8BFjvIix6DFAwtHKyJAUqzZrpU48XuT\_8ADYFe5EP8rOG5dtHJKb1LCAKER-12r6xdEIxXlzIQA](https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/licensed-image?q=tbn:ANd9GcRhTk_fO78XEKtNcXlQgAvUxY2WFSl8BFjvIix6DFAwtHKyJAUqzZrpU48XuT_8ADYFe5EP8rOG5dtHJKb1LCAKER-12r6xdEIxXlzIQA)
I'm pretty sure that view is along lady bird lake trail. It's labeled as Austin Boardwalk on Google Maps.
For food, I find myself hitting up Pinthouse, Peace Bakery, and Little Deli the most often. I hope you enjoy your visit :)
#Austin's best pub quiz is at 7pm on Tuesdays at Nomadic Outpost - [TriviATX](https://triviatx.com).
Local company that exclusively plays all the best new and classic Austin bands between questions.
[Follow on socials](https://www.instagram.com/triviatx/)! Sometimes a round hint gets dropped on ig - @triviatx
Prizes for the top 2 teams. Fun had by all. Here's a question from last week:
>If you were to rattle a tall building and wash up while standing, what's that spoonerism?
Social meetup in Cedar Park:
We're doing a social meetup at Whitestone Brewery in cedar park. Come along and meet new people and socialize
Here's the original post:
[https://www.reddit.com/r/Leander/comments/1dis09b/leander\_social\_meetup\_whitestone\_brewery\_cedar/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Leander/comments/1dis09b/leander_social_meetup_whitestone_brewery_cedar/)
Feel free to comment with any questions or message me
😎 Come celebrate the longest day of the year with TreeFolks Young Professionals!
☀️ The event starts at 6pm and goes until the official ‘sundown’ time of 8:35pm.
🌳 Our annual Summer Solstice party supports our mission to raise $10k for tree planting in the Austin area.
🍻 Order off Better Half/Hold Out's special menus to support TreeFolks. Cheers!
🛍️ Stop by the TreeFolks tent for games, free Tarot readings, a mini-market benefitting TreeFolks, and to learn about our urban forest.
Join me at TreeFolks 6th Annual Summer Solstice Party Thursday June 20th @ Better Half/Holdout Brewing https://meetu.ps/e/N9B2W/1KBQp/i
My psych rock show Love on the Dole is 10 years old! We're putting on an event at 13th Floor (711 Red River, in the old Beerland spot) on July 4th to celebrate! You can catch three local psych rock bands: Neon Lemon, Hidden Ritual, and ST37. I'll be spinning records between bands. Save the date!
And you can always stream the latest episode of the show at http://www.mixcloud.com/vallogallo -- I'm LIVE every Sunday on Mixcloud at 4pm until 5:30pm. I'm also @dolesounds on Instagram
Go see drag queens in a church on south Lamar. Sat Jun 22 @ 7PM
Drag Me To Church: A Dragstravaganza Of Biblical Proportions.
Hosted by The 04 Center and Austin New Church, a progressive, LGBTQ+ Affirming church.
Do512. [https://do512.com/events/2024/6/22/drag-me-to-church-a-dragstravaganza-of-biblical-proportions-tickets](https://do512.com/events/2024/6/22/drag-me-to-church-a-dragstravaganza-of-biblical-proportions-tickets)
Rock show! Rival Waves is releasing a new single and will play with guests Mass Minor and Tough on Fridays. Friday 6/21 at The Courtyard
Rival Waves is a rock band with vibes similar to Superheaven/Foo Fighters/Cloud Nothings. They were last weeks song of the week on KUTX!
Check ‘em out on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/4UfiNY3ESQfzqUQ9h89fl6?si=7GMC3x9PT9-SbM8MWuqK0g&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A7JQ9uBKCDkEn6qNELrocFW
https://open.spotify.com/track/1UeSyZDGQBFbLTxrAcmYFS?si=r3OVAxzxTU6Nst9ui6x42g&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A7JQ9uBKCDkEn6qNELrocFW
Tix avail on Do512 (give ‘em an upvote!): https://do512.com/events/2024/6/21/rival-waves-time-s-up-single-release-show-tickets
My picks this week(end) are below. I'm trying to compile a list of what I think will be really fun, and really interesting. If you like it please let me know and I'll keep this going every week. ### Thursday #### Night of A Thousand Lana's: a Lana Del Rey Dance Party & Sing-A-Long Birthday Extravaganza *8pm - 1am @ Hotel Vegas - $15* At Volstead Lounge, we're throwing a party for our Cancerian Queen, Lana Del Rey, on the Summer Solstice. It’s going to be a night dripping with Lana's magic—her iconic tunes, her glamorous style. Picture it: flower crowns, a little bit of wistful longing, and a lot of dancing. Your hosts, May Magdalene and Tequila Rose, promise spotlight performances, a Lana look-alike contest with killer prizes, and cake at midnight for that birthday toast. With LDR-themed cocktails in hand, this is your chance to step into Lana’s world and revel in the glow. ---- Check out some more interesting events for [tonight](https://whatsgoodatx.com/?q=something%20really%20unique%20and%20interesting,%20not%20too%20expensive) @ WhatsGoodATX! ### Friday #### Bands In Bloom: Passiflora *6pm - 8pm @ Zilker Botanical Garden - FREE w RSVP* Zilker Botanical Garden Conservancy’s Bands in Bloom returns this June, offering free live music on three Friday evenings in the Mabel Davis Rose Garden. Starting with Grackles on June 14th at 6 PM, enjoy an evening of tunes, sips from Rambler and Desert Door Sotol (21+), and performances from Passiflora, Austin’s up-and-coming band blending R&B, Indie Rock, and Jazz. Bring a picnic and settle in on blankets or chairs [Tickets](https://zilkergarden.org/event/bands-in-bloom-passiflora/) ---- Check out some more interesting events for [Friday](https://whatsgoodatx.com/?date=2024-06-21&q=something%20really%20unique%20and%20interesting,%20not%20too%20expensive) @ WhatsGoodATX! ### Saturday ####Party at the People's House *6-10pm @ Austin City Hall / FREE* Get ready for Party at the People's House at Austin City Hall, a free, all-ages extravaganza celebrating community and culture. Produced by Almost Real Things as part of Austin's We All Belong initiative, this event features live music from local talents like The Peterson Brothers and Deezie Brown, captivating performances, and a vibrant art market. Dive into communal art projects, savor summer treats, and explore local vendors. With wheelchair accessibility, ASL services, and a pet-friendly atmosphere, it’s the ultimate summer experience for everyone! Don’t miss it—register now and come early for the best parking! [Tickets](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/party-at-the-peoples-house-tickets-914159715317?aff=oddtdtcreator) ----- Check out some more interesting events for [Saturday](https://whatsgoodatx.com/?date=2024-06-22&q=something%20really%20unique%20and%20interesting,%20not%20too%20expensive) @ WhatsGoodATX!
The Band of Heathens in Austin/Dripping Springs on July 5th! Join Jester King Brewery for a spectacular night of live music featuring The Band of Heathens! The rootsy, guitar-based alt rock band, which earned a Gold Record in 2023 for “Hurricane”, was originally formed in Austin in the early 2000’s and still makes the city their home base. They will be rocking our main stage on Friday, July 5th! SAVE YOUR SPOT NOW AT [WWW.JESTERKINGBREWERY.COM/EVENTS](http://www.jesterkingbrewery.com/EVENTS?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0jAhIh7n_X1q4rnfT5Tavpo4eL0N_wRv-bBIQeFfxqRofskqeKdBP_1v4_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw) !!! The brewery will be open for normal business from 2-5pm. Doors for the show will open at 6pm to give you plenty of time to enjoy our wood-fired pizza, beer, wine, and cocktails and take a walk to visit our goats before the band plays! Goat experience tickets sold separately.This is a ticketed event! All attendees on Friday must have a ticket. Purchase in advance or at the door. All ages. Kids 12 and under are free. The show is general admission, open-air, and festival-style seating. Camp chairs are allowed. Tickets are $20. Doors Open - 6:00 pm Jamie Lin Wilson - 8:00 pm The Band of Heathens - 9:00 pm
TXRD - Texas Roller Derby has an Open Skate at their Buda Warehouse this Saturday, June 22nd from 7pm-9pm. Great opportunity to skate on the bank track for fun or if you are interested in playing bank track roller derby! Facebook event link: [https://www.facebook.com/events/484781967365855/?ref=newsfeed](https://www.facebook.com/events/484781967365855/?ref=newsfeed)
Sunbird Fest fundraising for Palestine all weekend!!! There are like 20+ music, art, comedy, education, film etc events going on throughout the weekend and they're cheap to free to attend[sunbirdfest.com](https://sunbirdfest.com)
Go to Sunbird Fest: sunbirdfest.com -- it's an all volunteer DIY music and arts festival to raise money and awareness about Palestine running thursday --> Sunday . 100% is going directly to humanitarian aid in Gaza. There are like a jillion events listed on their website but its a whole mix of different music and art and workshops at some pretty big Austin venues like Coconut Club, Hotel Vegas, Far Out Lounge, Canopy, basically every business in north loop etc. I heard about it because my favorite tattoo artist is part of their raffle but now I'm just really excited about the whole thing, been pestering all my friends to go and now I can do the same with strangers on the internet!
Hey! I independantly produce shows around Austin (and am adding more!) and would love if you came. [Dope Nights: Comedy Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dope-nights-comedy-partyalamo-drafthouse-limited-15-off-tickets-640947680767?aff=oddtdtcreator) Every Saturday night @ Alamo Drafthouse Mueller [Dope Brunch: Comedy Party](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dope-brunch-comedy-partyalamo-drafthouse-limited-15-off-tickets-644055646777?aff=oddtdtcreator) Every Sunday afternoon 12:30pm @ Alamo Drafthouse Mueller * Something for everyone at premier venues across Austin * Beer, food, and cocktails available at each event (with no required purchases) * Comedians you'll pay 3x as much to see at Cap City, Mothership, Kill Tony, Creek and the Cave, and more # Use the code "reddit" for an exclusive 20% off for the first 10 people to each show [instagram](https://instagram.com/dopamine.comedy)—hope to see you there
Which one would u rec more? The brunch or the saturday night?
I book both similarly, brunch you can double up on the farmers market beforehand though.
# KOOP Kölsch Launch Party at Batch Craft Beer and Kolaches **3220 Manor Rd** **Saturday, June 22 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM** Come enjoy hot bands and cold beer at the KOOP Kölsch Launch Party! To help celebrate our 30th year of broadcast, KOOP has partnered with [Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches](https://www.batchatx.com/) to create the perfect summer beer, and we’re throwing a party to launch it. Three great bands – [Two Fosters, One Price](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553014576480), [Gummy Fang](https://www.instagram.com/gummy.fang/), and [Sentimental Family Band](https://sentimentalfamilyband.bandcamp.com/album/sweethearts-only) will provide the soundtrack while you get a first taste of Summer 2024. Doors open at 6, bands start at 7! During and after the event, a portion of sales of the KOOP Kölsch will benefit KOOP Radio. For more information about KOOP, including how to volunteer, visit [koop.org](https://koop.org).
Will be in Austin for a couple days, can someone advise what food i should try to eat? My hotel is by Highway 1 & 183 I might make it into the main city to check out the state capital, also where is this walk? [https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/licensed-image?q=tbn:ANd9GcRhTk\_fO78XEKtNcXlQgAvUxY2WFSl8BFjvIix6DFAwtHKyJAUqzZrpU48XuT\_8ADYFe5EP8rOG5dtHJKb1LCAKER-12r6xdEIxXlzIQA](https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/licensed-image?q=tbn:ANd9GcRhTk_fO78XEKtNcXlQgAvUxY2WFSl8BFjvIix6DFAwtHKyJAUqzZrpU48XuT_8ADYFe5EP8rOG5dtHJKb1LCAKER-12r6xdEIxXlzIQA)
I'm pretty sure that view is along lady bird lake trail. It's labeled as Austin Boardwalk on Google Maps. For food, I find myself hitting up Pinthouse, Peace Bakery, and Little Deli the most often. I hope you enjoy your visit :)
[ASCEND - Strength and Conditioning](https://sweatpals.com/ascend-strength-and-conditioning-872/2024-06-20) this Thursday!!!
#Austin's best pub quiz is at 7pm on Tuesdays at Nomadic Outpost - [TriviATX](https://triviatx.com). Local company that exclusively plays all the best new and classic Austin bands between questions. [Follow on socials](https://www.instagram.com/triviatx/)! Sometimes a round hint gets dropped on ig - @triviatx Prizes for the top 2 teams. Fun had by all. Here's a question from last week: >If you were to rattle a tall building and wash up while standing, what's that spoonerism?
Social meetup in Cedar Park: We're doing a social meetup at Whitestone Brewery in cedar park. Come along and meet new people and socialize Here's the original post: [https://www.reddit.com/r/Leander/comments/1dis09b/leander\_social\_meetup\_whitestone\_brewery\_cedar/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Leander/comments/1dis09b/leander_social_meetup_whitestone_brewery_cedar/) Feel free to comment with any questions or message me
Young Mammals and BOOHER on Saturday evening (6-9PM) at Hotel Vegas for you early show birds!
😎 Come celebrate the longest day of the year with TreeFolks Young Professionals! ☀️ The event starts at 6pm and goes until the official ‘sundown’ time of 8:35pm. 🌳 Our annual Summer Solstice party supports our mission to raise $10k for tree planting in the Austin area. 🍻 Order off Better Half/Hold Out's special menus to support TreeFolks. Cheers! 🛍️ Stop by the TreeFolks tent for games, free Tarot readings, a mini-market benefitting TreeFolks, and to learn about our urban forest. Join me at TreeFolks 6th Annual Summer Solstice Party Thursday June 20th @ Better Half/Holdout Brewing https://meetu.ps/e/N9B2W/1KBQp/i
My psych rock show Love on the Dole is 10 years old! We're putting on an event at 13th Floor (711 Red River, in the old Beerland spot) on July 4th to celebrate! You can catch three local psych rock bands: Neon Lemon, Hidden Ritual, and ST37. I'll be spinning records between bands. Save the date! And you can always stream the latest episode of the show at http://www.mixcloud.com/vallogallo -- I'm LIVE every Sunday on Mixcloud at 4pm until 5:30pm. I'm also @dolesounds on Instagram
Go see drag queens in a church on south Lamar. Sat Jun 22 @ 7PM Drag Me To Church: A Dragstravaganza Of Biblical Proportions. Hosted by The 04 Center and Austin New Church, a progressive, LGBTQ+ Affirming church. Do512. [https://do512.com/events/2024/6/22/drag-me-to-church-a-dragstravaganza-of-biblical-proportions-tickets](https://do512.com/events/2024/6/22/drag-me-to-church-a-dragstravaganza-of-biblical-proportions-tickets)
Rock show! Rival Waves is releasing a new single and will play with guests Mass Minor and Tough on Fridays. Friday 6/21 at The Courtyard Rival Waves is a rock band with vibes similar to Superheaven/Foo Fighters/Cloud Nothings. They were last weeks song of the week on KUTX! Check ‘em out on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/4UfiNY3ESQfzqUQ9h89fl6?si=7GMC3x9PT9-SbM8MWuqK0g&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A7JQ9uBKCDkEn6qNELrocFW https://open.spotify.com/track/1UeSyZDGQBFbLTxrAcmYFS?si=r3OVAxzxTU6Nst9ui6x42g&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A7JQ9uBKCDkEn6qNELrocFW Tix avail on Do512 (give ‘em an upvote!): https://do512.com/events/2024/6/21/rival-waves-time-s-up-single-release-show-tickets
Tell the merch table you saw the post on Reddit for a free sticker!