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, Mar. 13:

— Do512 Presents Epic! Interactive Party, Fueled by #BeSomebody @ Hotel Vegas, 6 p.m.
Join us in kicking off the weekend at a BIG free party featuring Delta Spirit,  Brownout Presents Brown Sabbath and more! Ages 21 & up. Free with RSVP here.

— T Bird & The Breaks @ The Continental Club
Check out Happy Hour Music with no cover from 6:30-8:30 p.m. featuring The Blues Specialists. Or head back later in the night for Walker Lukens Band at 10 p.m. and T Bird & the Breaks at midnight. $10 at the door.

— Umbel Official Interactive Showcase with Spoon @ ACL Live Moody Theater, 8 p.m.
Kick off SXSW Interactive at Umbel’s annual party featuring Spoon Live in Concert, DJ Chicken George, signature drinks and fun giveaways. This event is open to the general public if you RSVP here. However,  priority goes to SXSW Interactive badge holders.

— Capital One Presents Sixth and Congress with Delta Spirit & More @ 6th & Congress, 8 p.m.
Capital One is at 6th and Congress throughout SXSW Interactive, and will be hosting acoustic sets from some of the most exciting artists at this year’s festival. Free with RSVP here.

Saturday, Mar. 14:

— 5th Annual Crawfish Boil @ Blacksheep Lodge, 2 p.m.
Enjoy the 5th Annual Crawfish Boil with over 1,000 lbs of Mud Bugs just for you! With the crawfish, you can  feast on potatoes, carrots, corn & sausage. The price will be $9 per scoop (a little over a lb), and it will be available starting and 2 p.m. until it runs out.

— Rock the Lot with the Shinyribs & more @ Austin American Statesman, starts at noon
Rock out in the shadow of the Congress Avenue bridge during SXSW weekend. Food trucks and tents will be on site, locally brewed beer for sale in our beverage tents, plus iced cold sodas and water available for purchase. This event is free, but entry is on a first-come, first-served basis.

— Capital One Presents Sixth and Congress with Shakey Graves & More @ 6th & Congress, 8 p.m.
Capital One is at 6th and Congress throughout SXSW Interactive, and will be hosting acoustic sets from some of the most exciting artists at this year’s festival. Free with RSVP here.

Sunday, Mar. 9:

— Dress Code featuring Dan Deacon, Mobb Deep & more @ The Mowhawk, 6 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Join The Barbarian Group and Percolate at The Mohawk from 6 p.m. – 2 a.m.  Free, no badges or RSVP required!

— Rdio showcase with Heartless Bastards & more @ Fair Market, 7:30 p.m.
Check out a great lineup at this free event. Doors at 7, music at 7:30. Beverages provided by Don Julio and Ketel One. This event is free with RSVP,  but space is limited so arrive early.

— Capital One Presents Sixth and Congress with Charles Bradley & More @ 6th & Congress, 8 p.m.
Capital One is at 6th and Congress throughout SXSW Interactive, and will be hosting acoustic sets from some of the most exciting artists at this year’s festival. 21 and up. Free with RSVP here.

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Have fun out there!