It’s a new year and like the signs says, everything little thing gonna be alright!
January tends to be a quiet month in Austin–the temperature cools and Netflix binging is at an all time high. Even though many of us are in hard core couch potato mode, I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite events happening around town. Hope you all enjoy!
January 1st-10th // Various Times
Free Week
Music lovers–free week is awesome and it starts now! Hundreds of local bands will be performing at various venues around Austin. Check out the shows in the link below!
Cost: Free // More Info
January 2nd-March 9th // 7-10pm
Upstairs Circus Winter Series Project Social
Grab a friend and head over to Upstair Circus for their Winter Series Project Social! Pick a drink like the Mexican Firebreather or Barrel Jumper from their funky menu and sip and snack while you complete your DIY project!
Cost: $38 // Tickets
January 3rd-February 2nd // Times Vary
The Harry Potter Drive-In Movie Film Fest
Wingardium Leviosa! Back by popular demand, the Blue Starlight Drive In is offering a movie pass and double features of Harry Potter all month long! Enjoy your favorite wizarding films, photo opps, themed treats and drinks!
Cost: $35-$85 // Tickets
January 9th // 6:30-8:30pm
Blue Owl Brewing Beer Dinner
Join Blue Owl Brewing and 24 Diner for a collaborative five-course family style meal pairing! Try five different sour beers with seasonal items from the 24 Diner menu.
Cost: $48 // Tickets
January 10th // 7pm
Clue Movie Night at Alamo Drafthouse
Who did it? Mrs. White? Mrs. Peacock? Join Alamo Drafthouse for a fun night filled with props, laughs and audience participation. This movie night is all about watching Clue, sipping on cocktails and figuring out who killed Mr. Body.
Cost: $11 // Tickets
January 15th // 6:30-8pm
Prosciutto, Salami, & Cheese…oh my! A Cheese & Charcuterie Class
If you’re a wine and cheese lover, this event is for you. The Antonelli’s staff will guide you through different styles of cheese and show you how to best pair them with meat, olives and bread. You can purchase wine or beer there or bring your own for a small additional fee!
Cost: $55 // Tickets
January 31st // Times Vary
Shore Raw Bar & Grill Grand Opening
Check out the grand opening of a new seafood restaurant in town! Located in Oak Hill, Shore Raw Bar and Grill features items such as roasted halibut, grilled shrimp tacos, snapper crudo and will feature beautiful hand painted murals of Iconic Austin music legends. Be one of the first to wine and dine there!
Cost: Entry is Free // More Info
January 24th // 9:30pm
Liza Shlesinger
If you’re looking for a date night idea, girls night out or just a good laugh, grab tickets to Liza Shelesinger at The Paramount Theater. She’s one of today’s leading comedians and is known to put on one heck of a show.
Cost: $35-$45 // Tickets
January 22nd-27th // Various Start Times
Waitress the Musical
Musical fans, this one’s for you! Waitress the musical is at Bass Concert Hall for a week this month! This is the perfect family event and is sure to be a fun night out.
Cost: $35-$145 // Tickets
And those are my top picks for January! Do you all have any fun plans for the month?
