9 Things to Do in Austin This Week · April 30–May 3, 2026

Arts & Culture

Metamorphosis: The Alchemy of Waste

Artist Aileen Chen's exhibition transforms waste materials into art, on display at the Julia C. Butridge Gallery through May 9.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 10:00 AM · Julia C. Butridge Gallery, Austin, TX

Austin Opera La Bohème

Austin Opera presents Puccini's beloved La Bohème at the Long Center for the Performing Arts through May 2.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 7:30 PM · Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX

Beyond Chatbots—The Rise of the AI Agent

The Austin Forum hosts an in-person presentation exploring the rise of AI agents beyond simple chatbots at ACC Rio Grande.

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 6:15 PM · The Center for Government & Civic Service, ACC Rio Grande, Building 3000, 1218 West Avenue, Austin, TX

Date Night

Two Step & Dance Lessons w Hill Country Two Step

Learn the Texas two-step every Thursday night at Sagebrush with Hill Country Two Step's weekly dance lessons.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:00 PM · Sagebrush, Austin, TX

Food & Drink

Austin Wine Week

Austin's debut Wine Week launches April 26 showcasing the evolution of Texas wine across participating venues citywide.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Various venues, Austin, TX

Emmer & Rye Breaking Bread Dinner Series: Rockman

Emmer & Rye continues its Breaking Bread Dinner Series with a special Rockman-themed collaborative dinner experience.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 5:30 PM · Emmer & Rye, Austin, TX

Festivals & Special Events

Austin Fashion Week

Austin Fashion Week brings runway shows, designer showcases, and style events to the city starting May 7.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Austin, TX

Free Events

Tuesday Twilights

Enjoy free Tuesday evening programming at this beloved Austin outdoor event series starting May 5.

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 · Austin, TX

Music & Nightlife

Chucho Valdés Solo Piano Show

Legendary Cuban jazz pianist and composer Chucho Valdés performs an intimate solo piano show in a limited-seating premium experience.

Friday, May 15, 2026 7:30 PM · Austin, TX