Music On The Trail: SHANIK

Shake up your Wednesday nights with Music on the Trail—a free live music series right on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail. Every week, the Rainey Street Trailhead lawn transforms into Austin’s coolest outdoor concert spot, featuring incredible local musicians. Whether you’re here to discover new sounds, jam out to an Austin favorite, or just add a live soundtrack to your evening stroll, we promise good tunes and great vibes. So grab a blanket, bring some friends, and let’s make Wednesdays the best night of the week!

Get To Know The Artist – SHANIK

Shanik Hughes is the Mexico-born, American-based singer-songwriter with a passion for storytelling through music and entertainment. Her work spans across different platforms, from live performances and music videos to teaching voice and piano, and even producing events. As a Mexican American artist, she brings her heritage into her music and performances and is dedicated to uplifting the Latin community in Austin and beyond by promoting more representation in the arts.

Currently, Shanik is focusing her energies on a new project: she will produce and perform covers of Spanish music that highlight the beauty of Mexico and its immense culture, as well as that of other Latin American countries. She now lives in Austin, Texas, where she continues to create new music.