July 2026 Austin Events, Festivals and Restaurants

7/4/26
Star Spangled Fest
Vic Mathias Shores
The Austin Symphony hosts an annual concert of patriotic music culminating in a spectacular fireworks display over Lady Bird Lake in celebration of America's 250th.
 
7/4/26
Willie Nelson's 4th of July Picnic
Germania Insurance Amphitheater
Willie Nelson's annual 4th of July Picnic is returning to Austin. Since 1972, Nelson has hosted this beloved event, which features an incredible music lineup, local food vendors and a fantastic fireworks display at the end of the night.

7/10/26 - 8/15/26
Zilker Summer Musical
Zilker Hillside Theater
Pack a picnic and come enjoy the free, musical production of Singin' in the Rain at the Zilker Hillside Theater. The outdoor theatre troupe will host live performances Thursdays through Sundays, beginning around 8:15 p.m.

7/16/26 - 7/18/26
Hot Summer Nights
Red River Cultural District
Each summer, 20 venues throughout the Red River Cultural District host four days of free live music, alongside local food and vendors. Local acts like Golden Dawn Arkestra, Emily Wolfe, Moving Panoramas, Ringo Deathstarr and more have taken over stages in past years to celebrate summer in the Live Music Capital of the World®.

7/17/26
Local & Live
Austin Visitor Center
Stop by the Austin Visitor Center in Downtown Austin for local live music every third Friday of the month, happening May, June and July. Shows will take place from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., so get there early and grab a drink from onsite 5th & Brew and shop local goods before an evening of incredible live music.

Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Celebration
Hill Country Galleria
Shopping, music, barbecue, fireworks and fun for the whole family, including the dogs.