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Austin's 2026 Festivals: Complete Guide to Venues, Dates, Admission
Key events feature specific Austin locations with details on dates, admission and programming from spring through fall.
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The Rhythms & Flavors Cultural Festival takes place on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Unity Church of the Hills in Austin as a free community event that includes free admission and parking.
Venues for November Festivals
The 30th Austin Celtic Festival and Highland Games runs November 7-8, 2026, at Pioneer Farms in North Austin and centers on Celtic culture and music. The Rhythms & Flavors Cultural Festival follows one week later at Unity Church of the Hills, where visitors encounter a free program open to the community with no cost for entry or parking.
Spring Venues and Programs
The Urban Music & Cultural Fest occurred on April 4, 2026, at the Moody Amphitheater in Waterloo Park as an Afrocentric celebration that combines music, art and food. CelebrateAsia Austin appears on the spring calendar alongside Cine Las Américas from May 13-17 and BarrioFest on May 22, each dedicated to specific heritage programming.
Major Season Events and Locations
Austin’s 2026 cultural season incorporates SXSW from March 12-18, the Fusebox Festival from April 15-19 and Austin Psych Fest/Levitation from May 8-10, each blending music, film and technology at established city sites. These dates allow visitors to align travel with venue access across the calendar year.
Information on the listed events comes directly from the verified schedules for 2026. Visitors planning attendance should consult the official festival websites for any updates on programming or venue access before arriving at the listed locations.