Live music and outdoor celebrations: 10 events to explore in Austin this June and July

Check out 10 events for locals to attend in Austin happening late June and July. Activities include Independence Day celebrations, pride events, live performances and fundraising dinners.

This list is not comprehensive, and all events are subject to change.

‘Annie’ at The Topfer at Zach

Zach Theater will present the musical “Annie,” about a young orphan who hopes to find her perfect family. The musical is led by Associate Artistic Director Cassie Abate, with musical direction from Spencer Hansen and choreography from Kiira Carper. The production features a youth and adult cast with a runtime of two hours and 30 minutes and a 20-minute intermission.

• June 24-Aug. 2, times vary
• Starting at $28 (tickets)
• 202 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin
• www.zachtheater.org

Pride Picnic

Pease Park Conservancy is collaborating with Future Front Texas to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month with its fifth annual picnic. Visitors can enjoy crafts, live DJ sets, over 30 pop-up booths from small businesses and more.

Free burgers at Hopdoddy

To celebrate National Burger Day, Hopdoddy Burger Bar is serving up free cheeseburger meals to everyone at its Plaza Saltillo location. The restaurant will also have gluten-free and vegetarian options available.

• June 28, 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
• Free (admission and meal)
• 1011 E. Fifth St., Ste. 180, Austin
• www.hopdoddy.com

Girl Guitar Showcase

Girl Guitar is hosting a showcase at Antone’s with live music, community and raffle prizes.

First Thursdays

Rainey Street District will carry the tradition of Austin’s First Thursdays with live music, DJs, nightlife, art activations, food and beverage specials and more.

Independence Day Fest

Meanwhile Brewing will host a Fourth of July event with live music, free face painting, water balloon toss, cornhole tournament and a FIFA Game watch party.

Zero Waste Resource Fair

Austin Resource Recovery will host a sustainability fair at the Montopolis Recreation and Community Center. Austin residents can learn about multifamily housing composting, pick up a free kitchen compost collector if you live in an apartment or condo and grab a snack.

Austin Public Library 100th Birthday Bash

The Austin Public Library will host its centennial celebration at the central library location. The birthday bash will feature crafts, party crowns and party games.

Y’all Dinner

Future Front Texas will host a five-course dinner, natural wine tastings and a martini bar series with chef Deepa Shridhar. The menu will feature South Indian-Texan dishes, and all proceeds will support the event’s talent and Future Front programs.

Hot Summer Nights

The Red River Cultural District will host its annual free summer music festival with performances at Chess Club, Kingdom, Stubb’s, Swan Dive and more. The festival will also include a Hot Summer Nights Market on July 18 at Stubb’s Liberty Lunch by Future Front Texas.