October 5, 2023
Lifestyle, Entertainment, culture, Music,
Don’t be scared! Austin has more than tricks and treats to enjoy this season.
PHOTO BY VALESKA THOMAS VIA LIVE NATION
10/12-14
Tina Fey & Amy Poehler
The dynamic comedy duo who starred in Saturday Night Live, Mean Girls and Sisters bring their talents in comedy together once again to create a unique experience for their Restless Leg Tour. Don’t miss a night of laughs, bound never to end. 8 p.m., Texas Performing Arts Center, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive, texasperformingarts.org
10/19
24th Annual Champions for Children Awards Luncheon
This year, Grammy-nominated musician SaulPaul will be speaking at the Helping Hand Home for Children event. Join emcee The Daytripper’s Chet Garner as he awards Philanthropic Honoree Derrick Johnson and the Defend the Dream Foundation. 11:30 a.m., JW Marriott Austin, 110 E. 2nd St., helpinghandhome.org
10/20-22
Formula 1 Lenovo United States Grand Prix
Come out and enjoy the day at the raceway to watch racers speed through the over 5 km long circuit. This weekendlong celebration of speed will feature can’t-miss racing action, electrifying performances from The Killers and Queen with Adam Lambert, culinary experiences and more. Circuit of The Americas, 9201 Circuit of The Americas Blvd., circuitoftheamericas.com
10/22
Five Albums. One Night. Jonas Brothers
Pop sensations, The Jonas Brothers, gained fame early in the Disney Channel’s Camp Rock and Jonas. Dance the night away to smashing hits from their five albums, including “Summer Baby,” “What a Man Gotta Do,” “Cool,” “S.O.S.” and “Sucker.” 7:30 p.m., Moody Center ATX, 2001 Robert Dedman Drive, moodycenteratx.com
10/26-11/2
Austin Film Festival & Conference
Calling all screenwriters, writers and playwrights! For 29 years, the AFF has been a platform to nurture artists in their craft. Now grab a seat for a weekend of panels, film, and TV premier-watching in Austin. Multiple venues, austinfilmfestival.com
10/26-29
Levitation 2023
For over a decade, Levitation has cultivated a psychedelic and electric concert experience with its annual four-day weekend Levitation Festival. Performing this year are Flying Lotus, BADBADNOTGOOD, Beach Fossils and many more. Ready yourself for a weekend of good vibes and good music. 4 p.m., Various locations, levitation.fm
10/27
Parker McCollum
Credited for his unique and authentic sound with hits like “Hurricane,” “Handle On You,” and “Tails I Lose,” Texas singer-songwriter and owner of PYM Music, Parker McCollum is on tour and stopping in Austin. 7:30 p.m., Moody Center ATX, 2001 Robert Dedman Drive, moodycenteratx.com
10/28
Texas Advocacy Project 17th Black and White Ball
Celebrate Texas Advocacy Project’s 40+ years of providing free legal and social solutions to end power-based abuse in Texas at its glamorous black-tie event, featuring a plated dinner, live music, dancing, mystery gifts, live auction and more. 7 p.m., JW Marriott Austin, 110 E. 2nd St., texasadvocacyproject.org
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