Spring has sprung, bringing\u00a0warm weather, sunny skies, and of course, a plethora of outdoor events to\u00a0the lively\u00a0city of Austin. Here’s what festivals we’re excited about for the months to come in Austin (and did we mention they’re all free?)
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Downtown Street Fair<\/h3>\n

Every Friday starting\u00a0April 1 to June 3 from 11:30 a.m. \u2013 1:30 p.m.<\/h4>\n

Enjoy your Friday lunch breaks at the first annual Downtown Street Fair<\/a>!\u00a0Enjoy delicious food from local vendors and listen to live entertainment while enjoying the beautiful view of the capitol building encompassed by the vibrant city of Austin. Each Friday, starting April 1 and continuing until June 3, the Downtown Street Fair will highlight different vendors, artists, and entertainers, leaving attendees with suspense of what\u2019s to come in the following week.<\/p>\n

Clean Sweep<\/h3>\n

April 9 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.<\/h4>\n

Every April, the nonprofit organization Keep Austin Beautiful hosts Clean Sweep<\/a>, a city-wide event that recruits over 4,000 volunteers to help in removing waste in Austin and to maintain the beauty that the wonderful city has to offer. Following the cleanup is a volunteer party that consists of a free lunch, live music, and a multitude of activities for Austonites of all ages!<\/p>\n

Eeyore\u2019s Birthday Party<\/h3>\n

April 30 from 11:00 a.m. until dark<\/h4>\n

The 53rd annual birthday party<\/a> for Winnie the Pooh character Eeyore is a fundraising event for nonprofits in Austin. Costumes are encouraged, as prizes will be awarded to kids who can rock the most creative ensemble. This daylong party is the perfect event for families to enjoy a beautiful day at Pease District Park while celebrating a character that has become a part of every childhood memory.<\/p>\n

Old Pecan Street Spring Arts Festival<\/h3>\n

May 7 \u00a0– May 8 starting\u00a0at 12:00 p.m.<\/h4>\n

The 39th annual Pecan Street Spring Arts Festival<\/a> will be occupying the historic 6th street, featuring over 300 artists, delicious food, activities, and more! The Pecan Street Festival is one of the largest and longest-run festivals hosted by The Pecan Street Association. All proceeds go towards preserving the historic 6th Street district.<\/p>\n

WEST Austin Studio Tour<\/h3>\n

May 14-15 & May 21-22 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.<\/h4>\n

WEST<\/a> is an art event that occurs over two weeks in May, allowing art lovers to meet the artists themselves, while also being introduced to new artists and seeing their unique workspaces. WEST is a great event to see what makes Austin\u2019s eclectic culture so unique\u2013 the talent behind the wonderful masterpieces that are sprinkled throughout the city.<\/p>\n

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Take the time out of your busy schedules to enjoy the numerous outdoor events that are occurring in the Austin area\u00a0before it gets too hot!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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