A pro-Palestine rally erupted into a frenzy of arrests, as police clashed with protesters on the UT campus Wednesday afternoon. With some clad in riot gear, armed with batons, and mounted on horses, the law enforcement presence included both UT police officers and DPS troops who were ordered to the campus by Gov. Greg Abbott. The reported number of arrests grew throughout the day, swelling from a handful to a few dozen to more than 50. Among those was a local Fox 7 cameraman, who was slammed to the ground before being detained with plastic zip tie handcuffs. This tension comes after a week-lon ..read more

1 / Feel Alright, Alright, Alright at the Mack, Jack & McConaughey Gala Hang out with Mack Brown, Jack Ingram, and Matthew McConaughey as the dynamic trio hosts their 12th annual gala, which features a cocktail reception, live auction, seated dinner, and concert by Grammy Award nominee Luke Combs. April 25, 5:30 p.m., 310 W. Willie Nelson Blvd.   2 / Support Female Pitmasters at You Grill, Girl! Ready to chow down? Sample mouth-watering barbecue, grilled meats, veggies, and desserts at this annual Les Dames d’Escoffier Austin Chapter fundraiser. The female-focused celebration will inc ..read more

If you think traffic on I-35 is bad now, brace yourself for a decade of construction along Austin’s main interstate thoroughfare. A major renovation, which has already begun, will widen the highway to as many as 20 or more lanes in some places and get rid of the upper deck sections of the road near UT campus. While highways feel unavoidable now, author Megan Kimble says that wasn’t always the case. Her new book, City Limits: Infrastructure, Inequality, and the Future of America’s Highways, illuminates the surprising and often sordid histories of interstate highways, including racist origins an ..read more

A six-show residency for international pop sensation Harry Styles. Bruce Springsteen’s first Austin performance in over a decade. Not one, but two nights with Madonna. Events like these were unthinkable in the capital city before the Moody Center, which turned 2 in April. If that revelatory status sounds like hyperbole, just ask Louis Messina, the promoter for some of the country’s biggest artists, including Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, and George Strait. “It was a B market—that’s how I looked at it,” he says of Austin pre-Moody. “Now, I see it as a must-play.” With more than five decades of expe ..read more

Everyone’s favorite stoner holiday is back this weekend! From festive parties and classic movie screenings to munchie-centric feasts, here are a few fun ways to celebrate 4/20 on April 20. But wait, isn’t weed illegal in Texas? Yes, recreational marijuana is still illegal in our state, but thanks to the 2018 Farm Bill, enjoying a buzz from Hemp is legal. Cannabis extracted from Hemp products (with a max of 0.3% THC) is legal for recreational consumption through edibles, infused drinks, and/or pre-rolls. Commonly called Delta-8 or Delta-9, these products can be found at various smoke shops acro ..read more

1 / Dine al Fresco at the Umlauf Garden Party Spend a magical evening savoring bites from more than 30 restaurants such as Uchi, The Well, Odd Duck, and Truluck’s at this 25th annual fete. In addition to all the delicious fare, guests can enjoy Tito’s cocktails, wine samples, and live music from Nash Hernandez Orchestra. April 18, 6:30 p.m., 605 Azie Morton Road   2 / Cowboy Up at Two Step Inn Don your finest cowboy boots and head to Georgetown for this spirited festival. The two-day affair at San Gabriel Park features performances from artists like Cody Johnson, Ryan Bingham, Lee Ann Wom ..read more

One of the most anticipated food events of the year, Austin Monthly’s Burger Bash gives food lovers an opportunity to chow down on the city’s most beloved burgers, from smashed and smoked to seasoned and wood-fired. Some of this year’s participants include Loro, Huckleberry, NADC, la Barbecue, Cuantas Hamburguesas, JewBoy, La Plancha, and last year’s Peoples’ Choice winner—Gimme Burger! This event brings you the best of everything under the bun on May 11 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. In addition to samples of more than a dozen burgers, the ticket includes french fries and tots from Midway Dogs, sweet ..read more

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 1 / Break a Sweat in Republic Square Park Want to get physical with fellow eligible singles? No, really! Austin Monthly is teaming up with Swift Fit Events to present Singles Yoga in the City. Enjoy a free hourlong yoga class followed by cold plunges, tarot card readings, wellness activities, and plenty of mingling. April 13, 11 a.m., 422 Guadalupe St.   2 / Rock Out at Hotel Vegas Experience everything Austin’s music scene has to offer, from punk rock and indie pop to shoegaze, at mainstay East Austin venue Hotel Vegas. With performances from The Pinky Rings, Skateland, a ..read more

Forget zodiac signs—what’s your go-to Chili’s order? For Austin Mayor Kirk Watson, we now know that it’s the Santa Fe salad with grilled chicken. On Friday, the city leader announced April 5 (4/5) as Chili’s at 45th and Lamar Day, noting his favorite dish and furthering the mythology of the chain’s storied local franchise. Watson’s proclamation also made mention of classic Chili’s offerings like the Triple Dipper, 3 for Me, and Presidente Margarita, which are now immortalized in official government records of the capital city. The news came with an Instagram picturing the mayor in front of the ..read more