Learn how to create sustainable community connections through story, reciprocity, and localized relationship-building. Building Roots, Not Just Reach is a practical workshop on building deep, loyal audience relationships through intentional community engagement without relying on constant social media output. This session teaches artists how to create...

DAWA (Diversity Awareness and Wellness in Action), the Austin-based nonprofit dedicated to investing in BIPOC community and culture, will present Vision:8291, a four-day cultural experience during SXSW, March 14–17, 2026 at 916 Springdale Road, in partnership with Venice Music. From Saturday, March 14, through Monday, March 16, the Almost...

Austin’s creative community has experienced a perfect storm of reductions or delays in Federal, State, and City funding; a lack of performance, rehearsal, and studio space; and little civic infrastructure to provide a safety net for artists, performers, and arts organizations when hard times fall....

Austin’s creative community has experienced a perfect storm of reductions or delays in Federal, State, and City funding; a lack of performance, rehearsal, and studio space; and little civic infrastructure to provide a safety net for artists, performers, and arts organizations when hard times fall....

Use recycled materials to craft your own eco-friendly junk journal!   Create a handmade book for junk journaling at DAC Nights: Junkalicious Journaling! Junk journaling combines collage, scrapbooking, and journaling to create a unique, personal keepsake. DAC Nights staff will guide you as you learn to assemble...

Have you ever wanted to learn the beading style of a proper knotted string pearl necklace, similar to the ones made fashionable in the 1920s? Here's your chance. Adults 18+ will have the opportunity to make their own necklace with provided pearl beads and silk...

On Sunday, March 15, Future Front is taking over Tomo Mags’ downtown magazine store and bookshop for a special Women’s History Month pop-up during SXSW. 12 PM — 5 PM Visit Tomo Mags’ all-print and independent magazine collection in downtown Austin, with all-day DJ sets by Future...

Presented by Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment, this event will include a brief presentation and provide the opportunity to connect directly with AACME Funding Staff and Ask Us Anything about the 2026 Nexus Grant Application. Learn more about the Nexus Grant Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment...

Join us at the Old Bakery & Emporium on Tuesday, March 3rd, for a hands-on community art workshop hosted by artist Gil Rocha. Participants will explore themes of travel, migration, and memory to create visual responses using collage, drawing, and shared materials inspired by personal journeys...

*Please note - because of the weather, this event was rescheduled from March 7th to March 14th* A one-of-a-kind bike ride through Austin’s most colorful corners—a guided tour celebrating the city’s vibrant mosaic art scene. We’ll fuel up with tacos and coffee in the courtyard of Eastside...