February is a busy month here in Austin! Before spring has bloomed in the city, spend your nights and weekends attending these fun, culturally rich events in the city. Local festivals, car racing, and Valentine’s celebrations await us this month!
Black History Month
Various Venues | All Month
Celebrate Black History Month throughout February at one of these wonderful community events.
Valentine's Day
Around Town | February 14 | Website
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, or something else entirely, there are plenty of ways to get in the spirit this year.
Austin Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K
Downtown Austin | February 16 | Website
Attracting 20,000+ participants, this huge marathon hosts participants from around the world and boasts live music, a finish line festival, and a beer garden.
OUTsider Festival
Various Locations | February 19-23 | Website
This fun festival brings together Austin’s LGBTQI community for five days of inspiration via the mediums of performance art, visual art, film, and more.
Texas Heritage Songwriters’ Association's Hall of Fame Awards Show
Paramount Theatre | February 21-22 | Website
Celebrate the 2020 inductees to the Hall of Fame with a night of live performances by Texas-born artists.
Austin Modern Home Tour
Various Locations | February 22 | Website
Join us for a fun weekend of home tours featuring some of Austin’s most stunning architecture and design.
Carnaval Brasileiro
Emo's | February 22 | Website
One of the largest Brazilian Carnaval celebrations outside of Brazil itself, Austin’s Carnaval will feature Brasileiro-style samba, costumes, and festivities in the heart of Austin.
Texas Rollergirls Season Opener
Austin Sports Center | February 22 | Website
Texas Rollergirls, otherwise known as the "godmothers of flat track derby", will be starting their season at this fun opening event.
Lone Star Le Mans
Circuit of The Americas | February 22-23
The FIA World Endurance Championship returns for a six-hour race and will be the fifth round of the 2019-2020 WEC season.
Austin Oyster Festival
Republic Square | February 29 | Website
Head to Republic Square for this hit festival! You’ll enjoy live Cajun music and plenty of tasty oysters.
Looking for things to do all winter long in Austin? Head over to our blog post about the top 18 things to do around town when it’s cold outside.
