Our friend Nick Shuley joins Game Time every Thursday for the Shuley Four Pack Plan of Attack – a guide to your Austin Weekend!
Top Concerts of the Week
Thursday 4/16 – Eve 6 & Fastball @ Emo’s
Thursday 4/16 – Amanda Shires @ Pershing
Friday 4/17 – Jay Electronica @ Empire Control Room
Saturday 4/18 – Micky and The Motorcars @ 310 ACL Live
Saturday 4/18 – Nappy Roots @ Empire Control Room
Wednesday 4/22 – Stevie Nicks @ Moody Center
Two Step Inn Festival – Saturday 4/18 – Sunday 4/19 @ San Gabriel Park (Georgetown)
Two days of killer music with a stacked lineup: Brooks and Dunn, Chris Stapleton, Google Dolls, Big x the Plug, Red Clay Strays, Wade Bowen, Clay Walker and many more!
For more information visit: TwoStepInn.com
Austin Reggae Festival – Friday 4/17 – Sunday 4/19 @ Auditorium Shores
Three days of music featuring: Stephen Marley, Steel Pulse, Original Koffee, Iration and many more!
Fore more information visit: Reggaeriseup.com
Pop-Up Picnic 2026 – Saturday Apr 18 5:00PM @ Moody Amp Waterloo Park
Get ready for one of Austin’s most beloved spring traditions. Pop-Up Picnic returns to Waterloo Park this Saturday for an unforgettable evening of food, friends, and community in the heart of downtown.
BYOP (Bring Your Own Picnic) or purchase a basket, each basket includes a delicious dinner for two from one of many incredible restaurant partners, complete with entry for two to Pop-Up Picnic. All Basket purchases directly benefit Waterloo Greenway!
For Tickets and more information visit Waterloogreenway.org
Old Settler’s Music Festival – Fri Apr 17 – Sun Apr 19 10:00AM @ Camp Ben McCulloch
Old Settler’s Music Festival offers a fun and family-friendly experience for roots music lovers and and fest goers. Ranked in the top five of USA Today’s list of North America’s 10 best festivals, Old Settler’s boasts a rich history dating back to 1987, evolving from a one-day bluegrass festival into a nationally renowned multi-day Americana, roots, folks, and bluegrass event. Our unique atmosphere features a laid-back, community-oriented vibe that keeps music lovers returning year after year.
Featuring music from: Shiny Ribs, Railroad Earth, The Brothers Comatose, & More!
For tickets and more information visit: Oldsettlersmusicfest.org
Texas Baseball vs. Alabama – April 17-19 @ Disch Falk Field
#4 Texas vs. #11 Alabama – Texas is second in the SEC Alabama 5th
Volantis pitching on Friday, Ruger on Saturday and Luke on Sunday
For tickets and more information visit TexasLonghorns.com
Butterfly Festival – Saturday 4/18 – EmilyAnn Theatre in Wimberly
Hosted at the beautiful EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens, this annual festival celebrates butterflies, pollinators, and the arrival of spring in the Texas Hill Country.
This event features:
Live Butterfly Releases (9:00-3:00pm) (releases every 30 minutes)
– Animal Meet & Greets (10-1pm)
– Crafts & Face Painting
– Butterfly Train – Live Entertainment
– Concessions
The festival takes place rain or shine, butterfly releases will still happen regardless of weather. Admission & parking are free but donations are greatly appreciated. This is one of EmilyAnn’s biggest fundraisers!
For more information visit: Emilyann.org
