Hey, Austin listeners, it's your friendly guide to the best things happening in town today, Sunday, April 26, 2026, and through the rest of this epic week. Kick off your day at the Austin Blues Festival rocking the Moody Amphitheater, where George Clinton, Larkin Poe, and The War and Treaty take the stage at 1 PM, alongside blues legends curated by Antone's Nightclub and Waterloo Greenway—grab some vinyl from Big Henry's Pop-up and tasty bites while you groove all afternoon. According to Austin Texas.org, this two-day fundraiser wraps up today after yesterday's kickoff, so don't miss the final vibes supporting local non-profits.
Music lovers, tonight's stacked: Catch Riverdance 30 - The New Generation bringing high-energy Irish dance to Bass Concert Hall at 2350 Robert Dedman Drive starting whenever the show's posted time hits—perfect for a family outing in that 3000-capacity spot. Ashes Remain hits Come and Take It Live on East Riverside Drive for rock energy, Snail Mail shreds at Stubbs Waller Creek Amphitheater on Red River Street, and The Red Pears with Together Pangea party at Emo's East. Disclosure drops electronic beats at 9 PM at The Concourse Project on Burleson Road, while Melissa Etheridge performs her RISE show at ACL Live at The Moody Theater on Willie Nelson Boulevard—ACL's site confirms it's a highlight. King Tuff strums at The Ballroom TX on Fruth Street, and comedy flows at Cap City Comedy Club on Research Boulevard.
Wrapping up today, Eeyore's Birthday fundraiser lingers from yesterday at Pease Park if you're into whimsical vibes for local charities, per AustinTexas.org. Paramount Theatre might have lingering Moontower Comedy Festival laughs from earlier this month, and Bruce Springsteen VIP packages tease at Moody Center.
Looking ahead, this week builds buzz—Indie Meme Film Festival runs through tomorrow at Austin Film Society with South Asian and Iranian cinema, Q&As, and mixers. Tuesday Twilights at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center continue with live local music, food trucks, and adult beverages under the spring sky. Fusebox Festival's cutting-edge art pops up across venues, blending international performers with Austin park projects.
Weekend warriors, gear up for Old Settler's Music Festival Spring Pickin' Party in Dale, TX, next Friday through Sunday, featuring Grammy-winning Americana, bluegrass, and camping. Austin Reggae Fest echoes good vibes at Auditorium Shores with Stephen Marley, Iration, and Koffee benefiting the food bank, as AustinOT.com reports.
Whether you're dancing, laughing, or chilling with blues, Austin's pulse is pumping—get out there and make memories, listeners!
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