5 Offbeat Things To Do Newsletter

1) KMFA'S NOON TUNES:

COVER TO COVER'S CRITTER CITY & SINGALONG

Beat the summer heat with our LAST 2026 installment of Noon Tunes, KMFA’s FREE family summer series featuring live music, storytelling, and hands-on fun for kids.

Join us this Tuesday, as we welcome back Cover to Cover wind ensemble presenting Critter City & Betty the Bat’s Singalong Adventure - an interactive musical experience built for young audiences!

Critter City is a whimsical choose-your-own adventure that follows Betty the Bat and her animal friends through an original tale of local wildlife, told through narration, live music, and visual art. Kids help guide the story and discover classical music favorites reimagined for young ears.

Then, bring out the guitars and join the group for Betty the Bat’s Singalong, with new and classic songs inspired by Western folk tunes, where everyone’s invited to join the fun.

Free snacks, cookies, and activities begin before the show!

TUESDAY | 12 PM

RSVP for FREE

2) AUSTIN SOUNDWAVES X AUSTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY: BABY'S FIRST SYMPHONY

Join Austin Soundwaves at the Ruiz Branch of the Austin Public Library for a 30-minute baby-friendly classical music performance!

Performance is followed by a 30-minute musical instrument play time.

The event is FREE and for ages 0 - 18 months.

MONDAY| 12:30 PM

Learn More!

3) CASA DE LA CULTURA:

BOOKS Y BAILE!

Join Casa de la Cultura on August 8th for Books y Baile — a FREE, family-friendly celebration of literacy, music, dance, and community at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center!

At 4PM, families can enjoy a special story time, as local barbers from the Austin area give free kid's cuts in the Art Studio on a first come first served basis.

Then, let the rhythm take over! Kick off the festivities with a lively fandango led by Los Fandangueros de Austin or learn new moves during an interactive cumbia lesson with Cumbia Para Todo.

Books y Baile has something for everyone, come enjoy an evening of culture and connection.

SATURDAY | 4 PM

Info Here

4) BLANTON

MUSEUM OF ART:

BLANTON ALL DAY - SUMMER DANCE SERIES

Soak up the A/C while enjoying double the dance lesson offerings! Esquina Tango and Double or Nothing Two-Step will lead lessons at the Blanton Museum of Art as part of their Blanton All Day program.

Lessons will be followed by live music from Hora Once and Sentimental Family Band.

Food by Yapa Empanadas & Drinks will be available for purchase, and attendees are welcome to bring their own picnic to enjoy outdoors on the Moody Patio.

SATURDAY | 10 AM

Tickets Here!

5) CITY OF ROUND ROCK:

SUMMER ARTS FEST

The Round Rock Summer Arts Fest is a new signature arts festival located in the heart of Downtown Round Rock.

The Summer Arts Fest features hundreds of artists, exhibitors, sponsors, local and regional musicians, theatrical performances plus a variety of foods and drinks. Round Rock Summer Arts Fest also provides patrons with the opportunity to meet and talk with the artists who create the work.

Artist demos and interactive art experiences available for all ages!

Admission is FREE with festivities running August 7 - 9th!

Learn More!

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT KMFA?:

ON THE AIRWAVES

📻 2026 BBC PROMS 📻

The BBC Proms is one of the world’s largest classical music festivals held every summer at the Royal Albert Hall in London. Its aim: to bring the best in classical music to the widest possible audience, which remains true to founder-conductor Henry Wood’s original vision in 1895.

While you may not be able to go ‘promming’ - you can now tune in to KMFA 89.5 Mondays at 7PM to enjoy the 2026 BBC Proms Festival!

Lots of ways to listen! Tune in at KMFA 89.5 FM, stream at kmfa.org, or use our mobile app.

KMFA & AUSTIN LGBT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE'S

AUSTIN ARTS MIXER

The Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce Art Committee is proud to present the 6th Annual Austin Arts Mixer in partnership with KMFA Classical 89.5, powered by Lorenz & Lorenz, Personal Injury Attorneys.

More than 3-dozen Austin Arts organizations will be on hand to share information about upcoming shows, projects, and the upcoming 2026-27 seasons.

Enjoy complimentary bites and beverages.

Thursday, August 13th at 5PM. FREE with RSVP!

RSVP Now!

STAY CONNECTED

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