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Your Ultimate Guide To Austin's Spring And Summer Outdoor Concert Series

  • Writer: Matticus Lowery
    Matticus Lowery
  • Apr 21, 2023
  • 2 min read

As the vibrant city of Austin gears up for spring and summer, music lovers can look forward to an exciting lineup of outdoor concerts. From family-friendly events to intimate performances, the city offers a diverse range of musical experiences that cater to all tastes. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the must-attend outdoor concert series this season.

Key Takeaways

  • Austin hosts a variety of outdoor concert series during spring and summer.

  • Events range from free family-friendly concerts to intimate performances.

  • Venues include parks, cultural districts, and local gardens.

Rock The Park

KUTX's "Rock the Park" series is a free, family-friendly concert event held at the Mueller Lake Park amphitheater. The series is already underway, with two shows remaining this year:

  • May 17: promqueen, plus DJ Jester the Filipino Fist

  • June 7: Pelvis Wrestley, plus Charlie Faye & The Fanimals

Hartman Foundation Concerts In The Park

The Austin Symphony Orchestra presents free concerts every Sunday at the Hartman Concert Lawn, located at the Long Center for the Performing Arts. The schedule includes:

  1. May 5 – Wind Quintet

  2. May 12 – String Quartet

  3. May 19 – Brass Quintet

  4. May 26 – Brass Quintet

  5. June 2 – Wind Quintet

  6. June 9 – String Quartet

  7. June 16 – Brass Quintet

Cosmic Summer Concert Series

Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden is hosting its Summer Concert Series every other Wednesday. The lineup includes:

  • May 1 – Hail Marley!

  • May 15 – Kathryn Legendre

  • May 29 – Suzanna Choffel

  • June 12 – Kalu & the Acoustic Joint

  • June 26 – Atash

  • July 18 – Johnny Goudie & Friends

The Drop-In

The Long Center and ACL Radio are bringing back their free outdoor concert series starting May 23. Performances will occur every Thursday until August 15, featuring artists such as:

  • Alesia Lani

  • Barb

  • Bidi Bidi Banda

  • Cactus Lee

  • Dale Watson & His Lonestars

  • Tameca Jones

Blues On The Green

After some uncertainty, the beloved Blues on the Green concert series will return this summer at Zilker Park. The event is scheduled for:

  • June 11: Golden Dawn Arkestra, Nané featuring Quentin Arispe, and Grace Sorensen

  • June 12: Riders Against the Storm, Carmelo Haze, and The Point

Music In The Garden

While the details for this year’s Music in the Garden event at Zilker Botanical Garden are yet to be announced, it typically features select performances throughout the summer.

Upcoming Festivals

In addition to concert series, Austin will host several music festivals this summer, including:

  • Spring Pecan Street Festival – May 4-5

  • Hot Luck Festival – May 23-26

  • Austin Pride Parade and Festival – August 10

As the weather warms up, Austin's outdoor concert scene promises to be lively and engaging, offering something for everyone. Whether you're a local or just visiting, these events are a perfect way to enjoy the city's rich musical culture while soaking up the sun or enjoying a cool evening breeze.

Sources

  • Free live music in the Red River Cultural District, Spectrum News.

  • Experience Austin's festive Armadillo Bazaar featuring 200 artists, food, and live music, KEYE.

  • Austin, Texas, summer 2024 outdoor concert series guide | kvue.com, KVUE.

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