Austin Meeting Planner Guide 2008-2009 - (Page 13) JanuarY 1/19 Calendar of EvENTS 4/16–4/19 Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival Hilton Austin, Hill Country wineries and other venues Martin Luther King Jr. March and Festival Huston-Tillotson University Outdoor festival celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with performances by some of the city’s finest jazz, blues and gospel musicians. The best Texas chefs and wineries pair their culinary creations and fruits of the vine at a variety of venues, ranging from an exotic game ranch to a family festival in the park. 2009 Zilker Park AUSTIN AT yOUr SErvICE october 10/2–10/4 Austin City Limits Music Festival One of the country’s largest celebrations of music, the threeday festival brings the magic of the famed public TV series Austin City Limits outside the studio and into Austin’s most beloved park with more than 130 musical acts on eight stages. 512-249-6300, www.texaswineandfood.org 512-505-3006, www.mlkcelebration.com 4/25–4/26 Art City Austin 1/31 Downtown Austin Carnaval brasileiro Palmer Events Center Flamboyant costumes, Brazilian samba music, and the uninhibited, spirited atmosphere make Austin’s Carnaval one of the biggest such festivals outside of Brazil. Nearly 200 national artists, top local restaurants, two music stages and hands-on art activities make this one of the city’s favorite festivals. 877-FEST-ACL, www.aclfestival.com 10/22–10/29 Austin Film Festival 512-458-6073, www.artallianceaustin.org Paramount Theatre and various locations 512-452-6832, www.sambaparty.com MaY 5/1–5/31 Latino Music Month Various venues The many Latino music genres are showcased during performances on the Plaza at City Hall each Friday at noon as well as other special events throughout the month. Recognized as one of the top film festivals in the country, this cinematic event shines the spotlight on top-billed films and indies alike. FebruarY 2/15 Austin Marathon Downtown Austin One of the country’s premier races attracts nearly 11,000 participants from around the world. 512-478-4795, www.austinfilmfestival.com noveMber 11/1–11/2 Texas book Festival Texas State Capitol Hear readings and attend signings with some of your favorite authors; visit the children’s chapter tent; and enjoy live music and poetry readings. www.austinlatinomusic.com 512-560-4802, www.youraustinmarathon.com 5/2–5/3 MarcH 3/13–3/28 Star of Texas Fair & rodeo Old Pecan Street Spring Arts Festival East Sixth Street Musicians, food vendors, artists and craftspeople turn Sixth Street, originally named Pecan Street, into a lively street fair. 512-477-4055, www.texasbookfestival.org 11/23 512-443-6179, www.oldpecanstreetfestival.com Austin Sports Commission Golf Classic University of Texas at Austin Golf Club Teams are invited to participate and enjoy scenic golf, live music and great food while helping to promote the region as a prime sports destination. Travis County Exposition Center Austin goes cowboy as PCRA competitors hit the arena and area students exhibit prize livestock. Headline entertainers perform in concert nightly. June 6/11–6/14 republic of Texas biker rally 512-919-3000, www.staroftexas.org 512-474-5171, www.austinsports.org 3/13–3/22 SXSWeek Austin Convention Center and more than 80 venues Noted filmmakers, musicians and multimedia artists from around the world converge to showcase music, film and interactive media during this internationally recognized event. Travis County Exposition Center and Sixth Street 214-904-8456, www.rotrally.com 11/28 The state’s largest motorcycle gathering attracts thousands of bikers for rides, parades and music. 18 and up. Chuy’s Christmas Parade Congress Avenue A procession of giant balloons, marching bands, vintage cars, celebrities and floats usher in the season of giving. 6/19 Central Texas Juneteenth Celebration Various locations around Austin Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation of slaves in Texas following the end of the Civil War. Festivities include pageants, parades, a carnival and a battle of the bands. 888-439-2489, www.chuysparade.com 11/29–12/31 Zilker Park 512-467-7979, www.sxsw.com Trails of Lights and Zilker Christmas Tree Month-long festival begins the weekend after Thanksgiving with lighting of the Zilker Tree. The pedestrian Trail of Lights transforms a mile-long stretch of Zilker Park into a wonderland of lights from Dec. 14–23. 3/29 Capitol 10,000 Congress Avenue to Auditorium Shores 512-472-3254, www.statesman.com 512-542-9823, www.geaya.net/Juneteenth.htm Texas’ largest race and one of the nation’s top 10K runs draws some 10,000 serious and not-so-serious runners. JuLY 7/4 Fourth of July Fireworks & Symphony Auditorium Shores The Austin Symphony hosts an annual concert of patriotic music that culminates in a spectacular fireworks display over Lady Bird Lake. 512-974-6700, www.cityofaustin.org/TOL aPriL 4/1–4/4 Clyde Littlefield Texas relays Mike A. Myers Stadium, UT campus DeceMber 12/11–12/24 Armadillo Christmas bazaar Austin Convention Center Shades of old Austin are reflected at this market of eclectic gift items and local entertainment. The premier track and field event brings together the best high school, college and professional athletes from Texas, the U.S. and the world. 512-476-6064, www.austinsymphony.org 800-687-8379, www.texassports.com august 8/30 Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival Waterloo Park Join amateurs and pros alike as they compete their hottest sauces in a taste-off. 512-447-1605, www.armadillobazaar.com 4/3 12/31 First Night Austin Downtown A public celebration of the arts, the evening includes street performances, a parade and other family-friendly activities. Urban Music Festival Auditorium Shores This outdoor event features live music and social activities along the banks of Lady Bird Lake. 512-314-5433, www.urbanmusicfest.com 512-454-5766, www.austinchronicle.com 512-476-5577, www.firstnightaustin.org Dates are subject to change. To confirm, please call the Austin Visitor Center at 866-GO-AUSTIN or check the website, www.austintexas.org. www.austintexas.org 13 http://www.austintexas.org
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