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SUMMARY:10th Annual Central Texas Student Innovation Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Come meet the next generation of innovators and environmentalists at our 10th annual Student Innovation Showcase at Austin City Hall. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us to learn from and celebrate youth innovators and environmentalists from across Central Texas at Austin City Hall on Thursday\, May 14th from 5:30 to 7pm. \nStudent teams will present their Student Innovation Grant projects in a science-fair style format. Prepare to be wowed by elementary\, middle\, and high school students who have developed a deep understanding of complex sustainability challenges ranging from water conservation and local food production to waste management strategies. \nWe are excited to feature the Austin Youth Climate Council again at this year’s showcase! This council provides ways for youth to learn from and contribute to city-wide climate action and invest in the future of their city as part of the City of Austin’s Climate Equity Plan. Hear from the council members about the work they have been undertaking with frontline community organizations this school year and their community initiative plans happening this spring.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/10th-annual-central-texas-student-innovation-showcase/
LOCATION:Austin City Hall\, 301 W. 2nd St. \, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, 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\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. \nBusinesses competing this year for a $10\,000 prize: \n\nFitDel delivers fitness equipment through flexible rentals\, keeping machines in shared use and reducing waste.\nPickle Envy creates fermented foods from local and surplus produce\, preventing food waste while offering a nutritious alternative.\nThat’s Sew Austin is a shared sewing studio that extends the life of textiles through repair\, reuse\, and community skill-building.\nWanderlust Wine Co. reduces waste and emissions through sustainable innovations like their kegged wine program.\n\nCircular Accelerator Cohort\, competing for a $2\,000 prize:\n\nCurated Thrift is a personal styling and event service that helps people refresh their wardrobes and homes using thoughtfully sourced secondhand pieces.\nr3grnd is a smart receptacle system that collects\, grinds\, and prepares single-use plastic cups for efficient recycling.\nRegenysys has developed a new material that performs like Styrofoam but can be broken down to its original building blocks and regenerated in a low-energy\, low-waste process.\nReimajin.It is a sustainable fashion brand dedicated to extending the life of textiles by transforming donated garments into modern fashion pieces that celebrate individuality and purpose.
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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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:35th Anniversary Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of community and celebration as we mark 35 years of Austin Youth River Watch! \nWhat started in the 1990s as a small effort to connect young people to their local waterways has grown into a community of students\, alumni\, families\, staff\, and partners working together to care for Austin’s creeks and rivers. This event is a chance to celebrate that shared work and the people who make it possible. \nDuring the evening\, we will gather for a special moment as the City of Austin presents an official proclamation declaring River Watch Day. We will also get to see the Colorado River at sunset during our guided evening hike along the Colorado River Trail\, one of Austin’s hidden gems. \nSabor Mexicano will be on site with tacos available for purchase\, and we will have free drinks from Maine Root Sodas and Bawi Agua Frescas. There will also be lawn games\, music\, and plenty of time to just hang out and enjoy being together. \nThis is an open house. Come by when you can\, stay as long as you’d like\, and bring your people. It’s all ages\, and the more the merrier. \n  \nWhat to expect: \n\nCity of Austin proclamation announcing River Watch Day\nGuided evening hike along the Colorado River Trail\nTacos from Sabor Mexicano available for purchase\nFree drinks from Maine Root Sodas and Bawi Agua Frescas\nLawn games and music\n90s themed celebration – feel free to come in your favorite 90s outfit!\nRaffle with exciting prizes\n\n  \nThis event is free and open to all ages. If you’re able\, donations are appreciated and help sustain year-round programming for students. \nWhether you’ve been part of River Watch for years or are just getting to know us\, we’d love to have you there.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/35th-anniversary-open-house/
LOCATION:EcoHouse\, 10611 Platt Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78725\, United States
CATEGORIES:Party With a Purpose
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SUMMARY:Create & Heal: The Art of Sisterhood
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of connection\, reflection\, and sisterhood. \n\n\n\n\nThe George Washington Carver Museum proudly presents this month’s Create & Heal: The Art of Sisterhood\, an intergenerational gathering designed to honor\, uplift\, and celebrate Black women across Central Texas. \nTaking place Saturday\, May 16th from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM\, this enriching experience will create space for meaningful dialogue centered on the mental\, emotional\, and physical well-being of African American women. Through heartfelt conversation and shared wisdom\, attendees will engage in discussions that affirm identity\, nurture healing\, and inspire collective growth. \nThe program will feature a selection of powerful local voices who will speak to topics rooted in empowerment\, resilience\, and holistic wellness. Guests will enjoy light refreshments in an elegant and welcoming atmosphere. \nAttendees are encouraged to embrace the spirit of the occasion by dressing in high tea attire\, adding a touch of grace and celebration to this intentional gathering. \nFree\,18+
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/create-heal-the-art-of-sisterhood/
LOCATION:George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center\, 1165 Angelina Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Networking,Party With a Purpose
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SUMMARY:Camacho Activity Center 25th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Lorraine “Grandma” Camacho Activity Center from 1-4 pm\, Saturday\, May 16 for our 25th Anniversary Celebration! Bring the whole family and enjoy kayaking\, bike rides\, games\, films and food\, all in celebration of 25 Years of award-winning programs and outdoor adventures!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/camacho-activity-center-25th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Camacho Activity Center\, 35 Robert T. Martinez Jr. St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Fitness,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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SUMMARY:Juntos de Nuevo: The Grand Reopening of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center
DESCRIPTION:Austin Arts\, Culture\, Music and Entertainment is honored to invite you to celebrate the long-awaited reopening of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB MACC)—a space deeply rooted in community\, culture\, and the vibrant traditions that shape Austin. \nAfter nearly three years of thoughtful renovation and expansion\, the ESB-MACC welcomes the community back with Juntos de Nuevo—a day of reconnection\, celebration\, and cultural expression. This family-friendly event is open to all\, with no tickets or RSVPs required. \nHighlights include:\n11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Welcome remarks & ribbon cutting\n12:00 PM – 9:00 PM: \n\nLive music and performances on the outdoor stage under the Zócalo\nTours of the new and renovated spaces\nHands-on arts\, dance\, music\, theater\, and culinary workshops for all ages\nFree children’s art activities in the new youth classrooms\nExhibitions in the Community Gallery and the Sam Z. Coronado Gallery\nCommunity Resource Fair featuring local nonprofits\nArtisan market highlighting local Latino/a/e entrepreneurs\nFood trucks throughout the day\n\nThis reopening is more than a milestone—it is a celebration of identity\, creativity\, and the enduring cultural legacy of Austin’s communities.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/juntos-de-nuevo-the-grand-reopening-of-the-emma-s-barrientos-mexican-american-cultural-center/
LOCATION:Mexican American Cultural Center\, 600 River Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Family-Friendly,Party With a Purpose
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