9 Things to Do in Austin This Week · July 9–12, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Antone's 51st Anniversary: Gary Clark Jr. feat. Ivan Neville w/ The Point

A sold-out milestone show at Austin's legendary blues club celebrating Antone's 51st anniversary with Gary Clark Jr. and Ivan Neville.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · Antone's Nightclub, 305 E 5th, Austin

Lavell Crawford at Cap City Comedy Club

Nationally recognized stand-up comedian Lavell Crawford headlines multiple shows at Austin's top comedy club.

Friday, July 10, 2026 7:00 PM · Cap City Comedy Club, 11506 Century Oaks Terrace, Austin

Arts & Culture

Annual Paramount Summer Classic Film Series

The Paramount Theatre's beloved summer tradition of screening classic and cult films on the big screen runs through August.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin

Shadow of a Doubt – Paramount Summer Classic Film

Hitchcock's psychological thriller screens as part of the Paramount's beloved annual Summer Classic Film Series.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:30 PM · Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin

Project Hail Mary (2026) – Community Cinema

Catch the new sci-fi blockbuster Project Hail Mary at a community outdoor cinema screening.

Friday, July 10, 2026 8:00 PM · Austin

Discussion of 'The Infinity Machine' by Sebastian Mallaby

Austin Forum hosts a deep-dive book discussion on Mallaby's account of Demis Hassabis, DeepMind, and the quest for superintelligence.

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 7:15 PM · Online

Food & Drink

Breaking Bread Dinner Series: Popiol

An intimate chef-driven dinner experience as part of the Breaking Bread series, featuring Popiol.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 5:30 PM · Austin

Family-Friendly

The Cheetah Girls – Paramount Summer Classic Film

Disney's beloved pop girl group movie screens as a late-night double feature at the Paramount.

Friday, July 10, 2026 8:55 PM · Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin

Festivals & Special Events

Hot Summer Nights

Austin's beloved free downtown summer music festival returns with live performances and food and drink specials from participating restaurants.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 · Downtown Austin