May Events in Austin and Central Texas

May Events in Austin and Central Texas

Kentucky Derby
May 3 | Various locations
For full list – See Blog Post

Cinco de Mayo   May 3–5 | Various locations
For full list – See Blog Post

Pecan Street Spring Arts Festival
May 3–4 | Hill Country Galleria, Bee Cave
Central Texas’ biggest arts festival with live music, food, artists, and family-friendly activities.

Food & (Not Just) Wine Festival
May 4 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Kalahari Resorts, Round Rock
Island-inspired dining experience with 75+ tastings, live chef demos, and entertainment.

Blue Genie May Market
May 2- June 1st | Blue Genie Art Bazaar, Austin
Shop handcrafted art, jewelry, home goods, and more from local artisans.

Kyle Fair A Tex-Travaganza
May 16–18 | Lake Kyle Park, Kyle
Free event with live music, carnival rides, games, vendors, and the famous "Gathering of the Kyles."

Fredericksburg Trade Days
May 16–18 | Fredericksburg
Monthly Hill Country shopping experience with antiques, wine, and handmade goods.

Whimsy & Wonder Festival
May 17 | Main Street, Liberty Hill (near Leander)
A magical evening with live music, art demos, wine tastings, and family fun.

Hot Luck Festival
May 22–25 | Various Austin venues
Food, fire, and music! A casual festival with open-pit cooking, top chefs, and curated live music.

Austin Margarita Fest featuring The Spazmatics
May 24 | Round Rock Amp, Round Rock
Enjoy margaritas, food trucks, drinks, and live music from The Spazmatics.

CapTex Triathlon
May 25–26 | Downtown Austin
Memorial Day weekend triathlon featuring swim, bike, and run events.

ATX Television Festival
May 29–June 1 | Downtown Austin
Celebrating TV past and present with cast reunions, premieres, panels, and industry events.