Parents, we realize it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day grind of playdates, school, diapers, bedtime hissy-fits and all of the other love and sunshine that comes from our cherished littles. It’s easy to feel out of touch.
But, we beg you to Get A Sitter, to go out with your significant other and your friends and see some bands or check out a new restaurant or bar. There is SO MUCH going on in this city, embrace it. In honor of our family over at Do512, here are some events to check out without the kids.
Friday, Apr. 24:
— Austin Food & Wine Festival @ Auditorium Shores & Republic Square Park
Austin’s biggest culinary event of the year is back through Sunday, Apr. 26. Get bites from this year’s top chefs, check out inspiring culinary demos and more. For ticketing information, click here.
— Moontower Comedy and Oddity Festival @ The Paramount
This festival brings some of the funniest, wittiest and oddest world-class comics from around the globe. This marathon of side-splitting nights throughout the city is slated to bring over 100 comedians doing everything from stand-up and sketch to improv and musical comedy. National headliners, up-and-comers and local Austin-based comedians ensure that there are options for every type of comedy fan; die-hards to those just looking for a fun night. Check out the lineup and ticket info here.
— Latasha Lee & The Black Ties @ Stubb’s, 9:30 p.m.
Latasha Lee always admired Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston,Sam Cooke, Gladys Knight, Etta James and Otis Reddings, new her sound contains the essence of these artists. Enjoy her show at this all ages, indoor show at Stubbs. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased here.
Saturday, Apr. 25:
— Lonestar Crawfish Festival with Big Head Todd & the Monsters @ Stubb’s, 6:30 p.m.
Enjoy the 11th annual Lonestar Crawfish Fest. All ages. $30 for general admission and $60 for all-you-can-eat. Tickets can be purchased online here.
— The Suffers @ Historic Scoot Inn, 7 p.m.
The Suffers are a ten-piece band from Houston, TX who are redefining the sound of Gulf Coast Soul, intertwining elements of Classic American Soul with Rock & Roll. Check ’em out at this all ages show. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased here.
— The Reverend Horton Heat @ The Mohawk, 7:30 p.m.
Formed in 1985, The Reverend Horton Heat exploded on the scene by playing gigs around their hometown of Dallas, Texas, mixing elements of surf, country, punk, big band and rockabilly to create a genre that took the world by storm. All ages. Tickets are $22 and can be purchased here.
Sunday, Apr. 26:
— Lee Fields & the Expressions with The Tontons @ The Parish, 7 p.m.
At a time when many new artists are trying to emulate the soul and swagger of the 1960s, Lee Fields just has to record a new record. This authenticity is on full blast. Check out this all ages show where tickets are $20-$23. You can purchase tickets online here.
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Have fun out there!
