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SUMMARY:The KUT Festival
DESCRIPTION:The KUT Festival is a two-day event celebrating the people\, ideas\, music and culture that make Austin “Austin.” Join us on the UT campus for 2 days of thoughtful speakers\, engaging panels\, demonstrations and more\, plus live music from Shakey Graves\, BLK ODYSSY\, and J’cuuzi\, as well as a panel featuring acclaimed Austin music supervisor Maggie Phillips. From inspiring talks and thought-provoking panels\, to live music performances and hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and connection\, The KUT Festival will have something for everyone. Grab your passes now and explore the schedule.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/the-kut-festival/
LOCATION:University of Texas\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker,Music,Party With a Purpose
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SUMMARY:PODER Celebrates 35 Years of Social Justice
DESCRIPTION:PODER CELEBRATES 35 YEARS OF SOCIAL JUSTICE  We invite you to join us on Friday\, May 1\, to commemorate the day PODER was founded 35 years ago. In 1991\, a group of Chicana/o organizers from East Austin formed PODER to increase residents’ participation in corporate and governmental decisions related to environmental hazards and their impact on Eastside neighborhoods.Our celebration offers an opportunity for us to reflect on the struggles and victories we’ve had for over three decades. Alongside many community members and organizations\, we’ve fought fuel storage tanks\, power plants\, garbage truck facilities\, upzoning\, unaffordable housing\, displacement\, and the destruction of green spaces.PODER continues to rise up for equitable education and economic development\, the preservation of working-class neighborhoods built over generations\, basic human rights\, and environmental justice. The struggle is long and continuous.Dinner will be provided\, and together\, we’ll dance! Tickets here bit.ly/PODER35 — $25 suggested donation.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/poder-celebrates-35-years-of-social-justice/
LOCATION:Conley-Guerrero Senior Activity Center\, 808 Nile Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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SUMMARY:Cinco de Mayo Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Republic Square \n\n\n\n\nJoin Mexic-Arte Museum on Saturday\, May 2\, 2026\, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a free family-friendly Cinco de Mayo Festival at Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St. This community event is in partnership with the City of Austin Arts\, Music\, Culture and Entertainment Department and the Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation. \nThe heart of this celebration lies in the interactive booths and art activities dedicated to teaching the historical significance of Cinco de Mayo. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the heroic 1862 Battle of Puebla\, offering a meaningful connection to the cultural impact of Cinco de Mayo. \nAttendees will be immersed in a festive atmosphere anchored by the sounds of traditional music and the smells of authentic Mexican cuisine. There will be a variety of food vendors offering savory and sweet delights that pay homage to the culinary heritage of Puebla. The festival will also feature a curated artisan market where local artists and vendors will showcase and sell unique\, handcrafted goods. \n  \nDiscounted Event Parking: \nAVACA PLAZA \nParking Entrance \n504 Lavaca Street Austin\, TX 78701
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/cinco-de-mayo-festival/
LOCATION:Republic Square Park\, 422 Guadalupe St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Outdoor/Fitness,Party With a Purpose
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SUMMARY:CelebrASIA Austin 2026
DESCRIPTION:Free family-friendly festival celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! \n\n\n\n\nSave the date for CelebrASIA Austin\, our annual event celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month\, happening at the Asian American Resource Center on Saturday\, May 2 from 11am to 3pm! This event is free and open to the public. \nThis family-friendly\, all-ages festival will feature a variety of performances\, food vendors\, exhibits\, cultural experiences\, and community organizations. We will be activating our great lawn and indoor spaces. We will have free water available\, indoor and portable restrooms\, and hand washing stations.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/celebrasia-austin-2026/
LOCATION:Asian American Resource Center\, 8401 Cameron Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Party With a Purpose
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SUMMARY:Earth Day ATX 2026
DESCRIPTION:*Because of the weather\, this event has been postponed from April 11th to May 2nd* \nCelebrate Earth Day ATX 2026 with an afternoon of music\, discovery\, creativity\, and community on the beautiful Huston-Tillotson University campus. \nThis free family-friendly festival brings people of all ages together to enjoy hands-on activities\, nature experiences\, art\, games\, music\, storytelling\, exhibits\, food\, and inspiring conversations about our shared future. \nThis year’s theme\, “A Moment for Us\,” is about reconnecting—with each other\, with our home here on earth\, and with the community strength that carries us forward.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/earth-day-atx-2026/
LOCATION:Huston-Tillotson University\, 900 Chicon Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Party With a Purpose
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SUMMARY:2026 Circular Austin Showcase
DESCRIPTION:A pitch competition for selected\, local entrepreneurs in the circular\, sustainability\, and zero-waste industry. \n\n\n\n\nDiscover how local entrepreneurs are creating a circular economy in Austin! Circular business models reduce the need to extract new resources from our planet by keeping materials and products in use for as long as possible. \nFour small businesses will pitch to judges for a chance to win $10\,000 in prize money. Plus\, additional entrepreneurs emerging from the Circular Accelerator will compete for $2\,000. \nWe hope this event inspires and educates the investment community about the benefits of circularity. Attendees can expect to meet business owners and learn how to get involved in Austin’s circular economy.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/2026-circular-austin-showcase/
LOCATION:The Cathedral\, 2403 E 16th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T110000
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SUMMARY:Courageous Leaders Lunch
DESCRIPTION:As Leadership Austin’s largest fundraiser of the year\, the third annual Courageous Leaders Lunch brings together more than 300 Central Texas leaders\, philanthropists\, and changemakers to invest in the future of our community. Proceeds support Leadership Austin’s mission and grow the Rising Leaders Fund\, which provides scholarships that ensure the next generation of leaders has a seat at the table. Guests will enjoy mimosas and networking\, a plated lunch\, and an inspiring program — culminating in the celebration of 140+ graduates from this year’s Leadership Austin cohorts.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/courageous-leaders-lunch/
LOCATION:Junior League of Austin\, 5330 Bluffstone Ln\, Austin\, TX\, 78759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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SUMMARY:Moonlight Margarita Run
DESCRIPTION:Lace up your shoes and join the 23-year Austin tradition at The Trail Conservancy’s 2026 Moonlight Margarita Run presented by Maudie’s Tex-Mex. This one-of-a-kind run takes you around the sparkling shores of Lady Bird Lake\, where the city skyline and moonlit miles make every step worth a toast. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just here for the post-run margarita\, it’s a course that’s equal parts scenic and spirited.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/moonlight-margarita-run/
LOCATION:Auditorium Shores 920 E Riverside Dr\, Austin\, TX 78704\, Auditorium Shores 920 E Riverside Dr\, Austin\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,Party With a Purpose
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