Happy Pride, Austin! As you know, we do our Pride month in August instead of June and that means all of the best events are happening soon.
Here’s what we recommend:
Movies in the Park: Pride Edition
Watch “Death Becomes Her” on Aug. 15 at Moody Amphitheater as part of Austin Pride Week. The movie shows at 9 p.m., but starting at 7 p.m. you can hang out on the lawn, try food and drink vendors, listen to a set by DJ Eriq Stylez, and more. The event is free to attend.
OUTLaw Pride Fest
OUTLaw Pride Fest is on Aug. 20 at Meanwhile Brewing Co. and includes a music lineup of country, Americana, folk, and roots. The event benefits OUTLaw Pride and the Transgender Education Network of Texas. Tickets for the 6 p.m. event are $12.21.
Neon Rodeo
Neon Rainbows is celebrating 15 years on Aug. 21 at ACL Live at the Moody Theater. Next of Kin, The Cowgays, Brigitte Bandit, and Ed West are all performing as part of a showcase. Attendees can shop from a market that showcases queer-owned business and artists, too. The event starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $29.80.
Austin Pride Festival + Parade
The Austin Pride Foundation is hosting its annual Pride Festival and Parade on Aug. 22. The day starts at 11 a.m. with a free festival at Fiesta Gardens near Lady Bird Lake in East Austin. The parade starts at 8 p.m. downtown near the Capitol. Whether you’re spectating or walking the parade, it’s sure to be a fun night!
Austin Dyke March
Finish Pride month with the Austin Dyke March on Aug. 29. Head over to The VORTEX in East Austin starting at 11 a.m. for shopping, speakers, and entertainment. The march itself starts at 4 p.m. Everything is free to attend.
