August Market Update - Austin Texas Real Estate

Austin-area Home Sales Volume Increases again, August Median Price Hits Ten-Year High Austin Board of REALTORS® Releases August 2012 Real Estate Statistics AUSTIN, Texas – September 20, 2012 – According to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) report released today by the Austin Board of REALTORS®, the volume of home sales and the price of Austin-area homes is continuing to rise, making August the 15th straight month of sales volume increases and seventh month of median price increases in the Austin area. According to the report, 2,397 single-family homes were sold in the Austin area in August 2012, which is 21 percent more than August 2011. During the same time period, the median price for Austin-area homes was $212,000, a six percent increase from the same month in 2011. Leonard Guerrero, Chairman of the Austin Board of REALTORS®, explained, “Strong demand for homes continued in August while the inventory of available homes continued to shrink. That contributed to the increase in price. In fact, this was the highest median price we’ve seen in the month of August in the last decade in Austin.” In August 2012, the market featured 4.0 months of inventory, which is 1.7 months less than August 2011. In addition, the market featured 15 percent more new listings, 17 percent fewer active listings and 23 percent more pending sales compared to the prior year. On average, homes spent 61 days on the market, a decrease of 18 days from one year prior. August 2012 Statistics 2,397 – Single-family homes sold, 21 percent more than August 2011. $212,000 – Median price for single-family homes, six percent more than August 2011. 61 – Average number of days that single-family homes spent on the market, 18 days less than August 2011. 2,740 – New single-family home listings on the market, 15 percent more than August 2011. 7,262 – Active single-family home listings on the market, 17 percent less than August 2011. 2,207 – Pending sales for single-family homes, 23 percent more than August 2011. 4.0 – Months of inventory* of single-family homes, 1.7 months less than August 2011. $663,700,536 – Total dollar volume of single-family properties sold, 30 percent more than August 2011. The following sections describe trends in other sectors of the Austin real estate market. Townhouses & Condominiums The volume of townhouses and condominiums (condos) purchased in the Austin area in August 2012 was 264, which is 18 percent more than August 2011. In the same time period, the median price for condos was $173,250 or seven percent more than the same month of the prior year. When compared to August 2011, these properties spent 39 percent less time on the market, or an average of 64 days. Leasing In August 2012, a total of 1,924 properties were leased in Austin, which is two percent less than August 2011. The median price for Austin-area leases was $1,350, or four percent higher than the same month of the prior year. The Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR) is a non-profit, voluntary organization representing nearly 9,000 licensed REALTORS® in Central Texas. As the primary source for accurate and comprehensive property listing information for REALTORS® in greater Austin, ABoR works to advance the REALTOR® mission and protect homeowner rights. For more information, please contact the ABoR Marketing Department at marketing@abor.com or 512-454-7636. Visit AustinHomeSearch.com, a public resource on Austin real estate, for the latest news on the local housing market. * The inventory of homes for a market can be measured in months, which is defined as the number of active listings divided by the average sales per month of the prior 12 months. The Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University cites that 6.5 months of inventory represents a market in which supply and demand for homes is balanced.

Shrinking inventory = rising sales prices and lease rates in Austin, Texas Real Estate

Strong demand, increasing prices continue for Austin-area homes in July Austin Board of REALTORS® releases July 2012 real estate statistics AUSTIN, Texas – August 20, 2012 – According to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) report released today by the Austin Board of REALTORS®, the volume of home sales and the price of Austin-area homes is continuing to rise, making July the 14th straight month of sales volume increases and sixth month of median price increases in the Austin area. According to the report, 2,344 single-family homes were sold in the Austin area in July 2012, which is 20 percent more than July 2011. During the same time period, the median price for Austin-area homes was $214,000, a nine percent increase from the same month in 2011. Leonard Guerrero, Chairman of the Austin Board of REALTORS®, commented, “These results show that Austin’s summer selling season continues to be strong this year. In terms of sales volume, this has been the strongest July the Austin market has seen since 2007, and it’s the second-highest median price seen in July during the last decade.” In July 2012, the market featured 4.3 months of inventory, which is two months less than July 2011. In addition, the market featured three percent more new listings, 18 percent fewer active listings and 16 percent more pending sales compared to the prior year. On average, homes spent 63 days on the market in July 2012, a decrease of 14 days from one year prior. July 2012 Statistics 2,344 – Single-family homes sold, 20 percent more than July 2011. $214,000 – Median price for single-family homes, nine percent more than July 2011. 63 – Average number of days that single-family homes spent on the market, 14 days less than July 2011. 2,899 – New single-family home listings on the market, three percent more than July 2011. 7,662 – Active single-family home listings on the market, 18 percent less than July 2011. 2,310 – Pending sales for single-family homes, 16 percent more than July 2011. 4.3 – Months of inventory* of single-family homes, two months less than July 2011. $660,450,128 – Total dollar volume of single-family properties sold, 28 percent more than July 2011. The following sections describe trends in other sectors of the Austin real estate market. Townhouses & Condominiums The volume of townhouses and condominiums (condos) purchased in the Austin area in July 2012 was 272, which is 28 percent more than July 2011. In the same time period, the median price for condos was $187,500, or 11 percent more than the same month of the prior year. When compared to July 2011, these properties spent 31 percent less time on the market, or an average of 58 days. Leasing In July 2012, a total of 1,908 properties were leased in Austin, which is one percent more than July 2011. The median price for Austin-area leases was $1,350, or four percent higher than the same month of the prior year. The Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR) is a non-profit, voluntary organization representing nearly 9,000 licensed REALTORS® in Central Texas. As the primary source for accurate and comprehensive property listing information for REALTORS® in greater Austin, ABoR works to advance the REALTOR® mission and protect homeowner rights. For more information, please contact the ABoR Marketing Department at marketing@abor.com or 512-454-7636. Visit AustinHomeSearch.com, a public resource on Austin real estate, for the latest news on the local housing market. * The inventory of homes for a market can be measured in months, which is defined as the number of active listings divided by the average sales per month of the prior 12 months. The Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University cites that 6.5 months of inventory represents a market in which supply and demand for homes is balanced. Information provided by Austin Board of Realtors

Austin Market continues to lean toward Sellers - June Facts & Figures Austin, Texas

Austin-area homes selling faster, at higher prices in June Austin Board of REALTORS® releases June 2012 real estate statistics AUSTIN, Texas - July 19, 2012 - According to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) report released today by the Austin Board of REALTORS®, the competition for Austin properties continues to increase as June 2012 became the 13th straight month of sales volume increases and the fifth straight month of price increases for Austin-area homes compared to the same month of the prior year. Specifically, 2,593 single-family homes were sold in the Austin area in June 2012, which is 23 percent more than June 2011. During the same time period, the median price for Austin-area homes was $218,350, an eight percent increase from the same month in 2011. Leonard Guerrero, Chairman of the Austin Board of REALTORS®, commented, "2012 is on pace to be the Austin housing market's strongest summer since the recession. A healthy housing inventory, a continued increase in home sales and a 23 percent decrease in homes' days on the market indicate that Austin has emerged as a seller's market." In June 2012, the market featured 4.4 months of inventory, which is 2.3 months less than June 2011. In addition, the market featured six percent more new listings, 20 percent fewer active listings and 15 percent more pending sales compared to the prior year. On average, homes spent 58 days on the market in June 2012, a decrease of 17 days from a year prior. June 2012 Statistics 2,593 – Single-family homes sold, 23 percent more than June 2011. $218,350 – Median price for single-family homes, eight percent more than June 2011. 58 – Average number of days that single-family homes spent on the market, 17 days less than June 2011. 3,334 – New single-family home listings on the market, six percent more than June 2011. 7,738– Active single-family home listings on the market, 20 percent less than June 2011. 2,424 – Pending sales for single-family homes, 15 percent more than June 2011. 4.4 – Months of inventory* of single-family homes, 2.4 months less than May 2011. $652,520,700 – Total dollar volume of single-family properties sold, 29 percent more than June 2011. The following sections describe trends in other sectors of the Austin-area real estate market. Townhouses & Condominiums The volume of townhouses and condominiums (condos) purchased in the Austin area in June 2012 was 264, which is 19 percent more than June 2011. In the same time period, the median price for condos was $190,000, or 12 percent more than the same month of the prior year. When compared to June 2011, these properties spent 31 percent less time on the market, or an average of 61 days. Leasing In June 2012, a total of 1,655 properties were leased in Austin, which is three percent less than June 2011. The median price for Austin-area leases was $1,400, or eight percent higher than the same month of the prior year. The Austin Board of REALTORS® is a non-profit, voluntary organization representing more than 8,400 licensed REALTORS® in Central Texas. Visit AustinHomeSearch.com, a public resource on Austin real estate, for the latest news on the local housing market. For more information, please contact Lara Grant at 512-454-7636.  * The inventory of homes for a market can be measured in months, which is defined as the number of active listings divided by the average sales per month of the prior 12 months. The Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University cites that 6.5 months of inventory represents a market in which supply and demand for homes is balanced.

Austin Area Events - July 2012

4th OF JULY EVENTS

Please check websites for event updates on fireworks displays before attending.

July 4^th Concert & Fireworks

Austin Symphony Auditorium Shores at The Long Center

8:30 pm FREE

On July 4th, more than 100,000 people gather at Auditorium Shores for the largest Independence Day celebration in Austin. The Austin Symphony July 4th Concert and Fireworks features patriotic music and the ever-popular 1812 overture. Music Director Peter Bay.

www.austinsymphony.org/events/austinsymphony-july-4th-concert-fireworks/

Sertoma’s 4^th of July in the Park

San Gabriel Park, Georgetown

11am – 10 pm FREE

Enjoy one of the largest family events in Central Texas that attracts over 50,000 visitors. With more than 80 booths, a petting zoo, parade, live entertainment, train rides, fireworks and more.

www.georgetownsertoma.org

Pflugerville Pfirecracker Pfestival

Lake Pflugerville

4 - 11 pm FREE

Celebrate an old fashioned Independence Day at the Lake. Live music, festival food, games for the kids, community washer and horseshoes, fabulous fireworks display and a live concert to top off the evening.

www.pflugervilletx.gov/index.aspx?nid=1141

Lago Vista 4^th of July Celebration

Bar K Park, Lago Vista FREE

The Lago Vista 4th of July Celebration will have a variety of events. The always popular parade, vendors, live music and a spectacular fireworks display at Bar K Park in Lago Vista.

http://lagovistajuly4.org/events.htm

Independence Day Festival

6/30 - 7/1* FREE

10621 Pioneer Farms Drive, Austin

www.pioneerfarms.org

An old-fashioned patriotic celebration of Old Glory with horse-drawn wagon rides, live music, artisan vendors, independence flags, pioneering demos and much more. Saturday and Sunday. Frontier fun for the whole family at 1800s prices!

Lakeway 4^th of July Celebration

8:30 am: Parade on Lakeway Drive from Live Oak Golf Course to the Lakeway Church.

10:30 am: Pageant of Flags @ The Activity Center, featuring music and patriotic speeches.

12 Noon: The Swim Center, will open for fun until 9 pm.

5 pm - 10 pm:  Old Fashioned Block Party at Swim Center Park - featuring the band, Duck Soup. Big fun for the whole family! Food, BYOB (beer & blanket), lasertag, inflatables and carnival rides for the kids.

www.cityoflakeway.com/index.aspx?NID=718

Summerfest

6 pm - 10 pm FREE

San Marcos Plaza Park, San Marcos

This event will feature live entertainment, food booths, children’s activities, children’s costume competition and parade.

www.summerfestsanmarcos.com

July 4^th Frontier Days Celebration

10 am - 10 pm FREE

Old Settlers Park, Round Rock

Fireworks, parade and more to celebrate Independence Day

8:30 pm: Symphonic Band begins. Fireworks begin at dark. Enjoy a movie after the fireworks.

www.roundrocktexas.gov

4^th of July Cedar Park

4 pm - 10:30 pm FREE

Milburn Park, 1901 Sun Chase Blvd, Cedar Park

Come celebrate with us and enjoy a dance with live music, bingo, a washer tournament, air castles, free watermelon and a fireworks display.  Fees apply for food concessions, face painting, carnival games, hamster balls, video games, laser tag, spinner ride and rock wall. You may also cool off in Milburn Pool, which isopen from 1 - 8 pm (daily pool admission rates applying)

www.ci.cedar-park.tx.us/index.aspx?page=446

Red, White n Buda

10 am - 10 pm FREE

Buda City Park

10 am: Children’s parade in the parking lot across from Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant on Main Street and ends at City Park.

9 am – 11 am : Free Children’s activities and a magician

9:30 pm: Fireworks display

http://ci.buda.tx.us/buda-events

Lockhart July 4^th Extravaganza

City Park, Lockhart FREE

This is a craft festival that is held each year followed by a beautiful fireworks display.

www.lockhartchamber.com/FourthOfJuly.htm

Wimberley Chamber of Commerce July 4^th Parade & Jubilee

10 am FREE

The parade will begin meandering through town at 10 am and the Jubilee will take place under the shade trees at Ozona Bank immediately following.

www.wimberley org/d/10163609_12663.htm

LibertyFest

6 pm - 10 pm FREE

HEB Plus, Leander

Live music by The Emotions, good food, Fireworks by Pyrotecnico, and fun for the whole family!

www.leandertx.org/page.php?page_id=79

VinoPalooza 2012

4 pm - 8 pm

24912 Singleton Bend East, Marble Falls, TX

This exciting event showcases Texas Wine, Food, Music & Artisans. Great Local Music overlooking the vineyard...

4 pm - 5:30 pm - Linton Mancilla

5:30 pm - 7 pm - Bee Creek Boys

This is a Fourth of July celebration you won’t want to miss!

www.FlatCreekEstate.com

Events & Festivals

6/21 - 7/26

Nature Nights at the Wildflower Center

Every Thu from 6 - 9 pm FREE

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Austin

Nature Nights are fun explorations of plants, animals, and the ecology of Central Texas. Each evening features interactive presentations, hikes with experts in their fields, and nature crafting for kids of all ages.

http://wildflower.org

First Thursday, South Congress Ave.

7/5 FREE

Food, fun, shopping and people watching.

http://www.firstthursday.info

First Thursday in DT Buda

7/5 5 - 9 pm FREE

Shop unique antique and specialty vendors while enjoying food from DT restaurants.

http://ci.buda.tx.us

First Friday in DT Georgetown

7/6 Shops will be open until 8 pm FREE

Enjoy live music and a festive evening atmosphere!

http://visit.georgetown.org/first-friday-may-4

Bastille Day Festival

7/14 7 pm - 11pm

French Legation Museum, Austin

French wine, French food, French music and more.

http://afaustin.org

Lady Bird Tribute Day

7/29 9 - 5:30 pm

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Admission will be FREE for visitors to honor Lady Bird Johnson.

www.wildflower.org/tributeday

Art

Concerts in the Park

6/3 - 8/26 Sunday evenings 7:30 pm FREE

The Long Center, Austin

Each Sunday a different ensemble of the Austin Symphony will be performing music from jazz and light classical to pops selections and film scores. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and blanket and make it a group outing.

www.austinsymphony.org

Children’s Day Art Park

6/13 - 7/2 Wed. Mornings 9:30 - 11:30 am

Symphony Square Amphitheatre, Austin

For just 50 cents per child, kids and adults can experience the magic of the arts at Children’s Day Art Park. This exciting summer program features local musicians, dancers, storytellers, magicians, mimes and crafts people.

www.austinsymphony.org

Annie Get Your Gun

6/29 - 7/29* Weekends

Georgetown Palace Theatre, Georgetown

Annie Oakley manages to support her little brother and sisters by selling the game she hunts. When she’s discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. This rousing musical hits the mark every time in a testament to the power of female ingenuity.

www.georgetownpalace.com

Austin Chamber Music Festival

6/29 - 7/15*

Austin Chamber Music Center

Featuring an eclectic range of world-class artists that defy your typical definition of chamber music. From traditional to cutting edge chamber ensembles, the 2012 Austin Chamber Music Festival has something for every musical taste! Get your seats now before these concerts sell out!

http://austinchambermusic.org

Zilker Summer Musical

7/6 - 8/11* FREE

Zilker Hillside Theater, Austin

This year’s musical is Rodger & Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music. Free, annual production runs throughout the summer at the

http://zilker.org

Ballet Afrique A Frique of Nature

7/7-8*

Long Center for the Performing Arts, Austin

A collection of short stories that are told from a woman’s prospective through dance.

http://thelongcenter.org

Forklift Danceworks Solo Symphony

7/12-14*

Long Center for the Performing Arts, Austin

Inspired by the virtuosic movement of symphonic conducting Forklift Danceworks presents Solo Symphony - a performance featuring Austin Symphony Conductor Peter Bay with choreography by Allison Orr.

http://thelongcenter.org

Rapunzel’s Bad Hair Day, Pollyanna Theatre Company

7/18-22*

Long Center for the Performing Arts, Austin

Sampson believes his hair gave him strength. Rapunzel believes that her hair might just be holding her back. But both have dreams that take their imaginations into the stars. See what happens when two very unlikely friends join forces to make their dreams come true.

http://thelongcenter.org

A Summer Special at the Wimberley Playhouse

7/28, 7 pm

Mid-Texas Symphony Ensemble in Concert. Proceeds benefit the Wimberley Players. Wimberley Players, Wimberley

http://wimberleyplayers.org

Sports

Freedom 5000

7/4 8 am

Austin

www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=2009363

Couples Triathlon

7/15 8 am

Austin

www.couplestri.com/default.asp

Vern’s No Frills 5K – Race #40

7/21 8 am

Georgetown

www.noexcusesrunning.com/?page_id=8

Texas Rollergirls All-Star Tournament!

7/21-22*

Austin Convention Center, Austin

2 Days – 6 Bouts – 4 of the Best Teams in the World!

www.texasrollergirls.org

Round Rock Express Schedule

www.roundrock.express.milb.com

Texas Longhorns Sports Event Calendar

www.texassports.com/calendar/events

Music

Music Under the Star

6 pm - 9 pm

Every Friday FREE

Texas State History Museum, Austin

The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum’s popular free, outdoor, live concert series

7/6: Kelly Willis and The Ruby Jane Show

7/13: Junior Brown and Warren Hood and the Goods

7/20: Little Joe y La Familia and Conjuntazzo

7/27: The Gourds and the Redd Volkaert Trio

www.thestoryoftexas.com

Summerland Tour 2012

7/6 6 pm

ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin

w/ Everclear, Sugar Ray, Gin Blossoms, Lit & Marcy Playground

http://acl-live.com

Dream Theater

7/7 6 pm

ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin

w/ Crimson Projekct

http://acl-live.com

Blues on the Green

7/11 & 7/25

Zilker Park Rock Island, Austin

7/11 Bodeans With Sahara Smith

7/25 Marcia Ball With Nakia

This series of free summertime concerts are hosted by KGSR Austin Radio and held in Austin’s Zilker Park. So, bring a blanket and the family for some live music.

www.kgsr.com/bluesonthegreen/index.aspx

ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin

Boston 7/11 6 pm

Dwight Yoakam w/ Mike Stinson 7/12 6:30 pm

Dwight Yoakam w/ Sons of Fathers 7/13 6:30 pm

Dukes of September 7/15 6:30 pm

Last Summer On Earth 2012 w/ Barenaked Ladies, Blues Traveler, Big Head Todd & The Monsters & Cracker 7/21 6 pm

Cheap Trick 7/29 6:30 pm

311 & Slightly Stoopid at Whitewater Amphitheater 7/13 7:15 pm

Search and find more music events at:

www.austinlivemusic.com

www.red7austin.com

http://mohawkaustin.com

www.lazonarosa.com

www.nuttybrown.com

www.antones.net

http://rutamaya.net/music

www.continentalclub.com

www.oneworldtheatre.org

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Increasingly tightening Real Estate Market for Austin, Texas

Austin-area Home Sales Volume and Median Price Up in April 2012 Austin Board of REALTORS® Releases April 2012 Real Estate Statistics AUSTIN, Texas – May 21, 2012 – According to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) report released today by the Austin Board of REALTORS®, 1,949 single-family homes were sold in the Austin area in April 2012, which is 16 percent more than April 2011. During the same time period, the median price for Austin-area homes was $212,000, or nine percent more than the same month of the prior year. Leonard Guerrero, Chairman of the Austin Board of REALTORS®, commented, “Recent sales activity continued on an upward trend in April with home sales increasing for the eleventh month in a row. At the same time, competition among buyers continued to increase as the median price saw another considerable increase and the inventory of homes continued to shrink.” In April 2012, the Austin market had 4.4 months of inventory*, 2.3 months less than April 2011. In addition, the market featured three percent fewer new listings, 24 percent fewer active listings and 21 percent more pending sales in April 2012 compared to the prior year. On average, homes spent 67 days on the market in April 2012, 21 days less than April 2011. Chairman Guerrero added, “With increasing prices, stronger sales volume and more pending sales this month compared to April 2011, we’re encouraged to see the market showing strong demand leading into the summer months.” April 2012 Statistics 1,949 – Single-family homes sold, 16 percent more than April 2011. $212,000 – Median price for single-family homes, nine percent more than April 2011. 67 – Average number of days that single-family homes spent on the market, 21 days less than April 2011. 3,227– New single-family home listings on the market, three percent less than April 2011. 7,319 – Active single-family home listings on the market, 24 percent less than April 2011. 2,479 – Pending sales for single-family homes, 21 percent more than April 2011. 4.4 – Months of inventory* of single-family homes, 2.3 months less than April 2011. $529,367,890 – Total dollar volume of single-family properties sold, 17 percent more than April 2011. The following sections describe trends in other sectors of the Austin real estate market. Townhouses & Condominiums The volume of townhouses and condominiums (condos) purchased in the Austin area in April 2012 was 191, which is 16 percent more than April 2011. In the same time period, the median price for condos was $172,700, statistically unchanged from April 2011. When compared to the same month of the prior year, these properties spent three percent more time on the market, or an average of 77 days. Leasing In April 2012, 1,102 properties were leased in Austin, which is statistically unchanged from April 2011. The median price for Austin-area leases was $1,320, or six percent higher than the same month of the prior year. The Austin Board of REALTORS® is a non-profit, voluntary organization representing more than 8,100 licensed REALTORS® in Central Texas. Visit AustinHomeSearch.com, a public resource on Austin real estate, for the latest news on the local housing market. For more information, please contact Angela Brutsché at 512-454-7636. * The inventory of homes for a market can be measured in months, which is defined as the number of active listings divided by the average sales per month of the prior 12 months. The Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University cites that 6.5 months of inventory represents a market in which supply and demand for homes is balanced. Thank you Austin Board of Realtors for posting this invaluable information.

June Calendar of Events for Austin and The Surrounding Area

Hosting guests this month? Looking for ideas to keep the kids busy during summer break? Just need a little entertainment? 

Check out the Austin Events Tab for all sorts of activities scheduled in Austin during the month of June.

Events & Festivals

5/31 - 6/3

Chaos in Tejas

Punk, hardcore, metal, hip hop, garage rock, indie rock, and all points in between.

Various Venues, Austin Various dates through June http://chaosintejas.com

Central Texas Juneteenth Celebration

Festival, parade, run/walk, beauty pageant and other activities.

Visit website for information and schedule www.juneteenthcentraltexas.com

6/1

First Friday in DT Georgetown Shops will be open until 8 pm Free

Enjoy live music and a festive evening atmosphere! http://visit.georgetown.org/first-friday-may-4 

6/2

National Trails Day Free

Join us on the trail for a workday and then Free Swim and Appreciation Party.

Various Trails Around Austin http://austinparks.org

6/3 ► 10 am - 6 pm

Cool House Tour

Showcase the work of our building and design community, the best in energy efficient design, comfort and style. Visit ten projects around Austin www.txses.org

6/6 - 8/29

Blues on the Green

Every Other Wed. Free

Enjoy six big nights of Austin’s longest running free music series!  Enjoy food and nonalcoholic beverages from six different local restaurants. Blankets, lawn chairs, dogs on leashes, children are all welcome. Zilker Park, Austin www.kgsr.com

6/7 - 10

Republic of Texas Biker Rally

The biggest motorcycle rally in Texas and one of largest motorcycle events in the U.S.

Travis County Exposition Center, Austin  www.rotrally.com

6/7

First Thursday along South Congress Ave. Free

Food, fun, shopping and people watching South Congress Avenue, Austin www.firstthursday.info

6/7 ► 5 - 9 pm

First Thursday in DT Buda

Shop unique antique and specialty vendors while enjoying food from DT restaurants http://ci.buda.tx.us

6/17

Father’s Day

6/21 - 7/26

Nature Nights at the Wildflower Center Free

Every Thu from 6 - 9 pm

Nature Nights are fun explorations of plants, animals, and the ecology of Central Texas. Each

evening features interactive presentations, hikes with experts in their fields, and nature crafting for kids of all ages. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Austin http://wildflower.org

6/22-24

Cedar Park Rodeo

Professional rodeo action www.cedarparkcenter.com

Art

5/11 - 6/10 Weekends

The Buddy Holly Story By Alan Janes

Join us for this amazing concert event featuring over 20 of Buddy Holly’s greatest hits played live on stage. Georgetown Palace Theatre, Georgetown www.georgetownpalace.com

5/29 - 7/1

Dividing the Estate

This is a play with echoes of  “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” and rich humor reflecting Foote’s generous spirit and Texas roots. ZACH Theatre, Austin http://zachtheatre.org

6/1 - 7/1

ANNIE “The sun will come out tomorrow”

One of the most successful musicals ever to hit Broadway, this is the heart-warming tale of Annie’s adventures, her escape from the orphanage and the wicked Miss Hannigan to a new life with Daddy Warbucks. EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens, Wimberley www.emilyann.org

6/1 ► 7 - 9:30 pm

Full Moon Concert Series Free

Zach Balch and the Company Robin Bletsoe Park, Leander http://leandertx.gov/page.php?page_id=193

6/1-2

Ballet Under the Stars Free

Annual production by the Austin Metamorphosis Dance Ensemble Zilker Hillside Theater, Austin http://metamorphosisdance.net

6/2 ► 8 pm

Georgetown Festival of the Arts Free

Concert in the Park Round Rock Symphony Orchestra Silas Nathaniel Huff, conductor San Gabriel Park, Georgetown http://roundrocksymphony.org/concerts.htm

6/3 - 8/26

Concerts in the Park Free

Sunday evenings 7:30 pm

Each Sunday a different ensemble of the Austin Symphony will be performing music from jazz and light classical to pops selections and film scores. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and blanket and make it a group outing. The Long Center, Austin www.austinsymphony.org

6/8 ► 8 pm

Intergalactic Nemesis Free

World Premiere! Follow the continuing adventures of Molly Sloan and Timmy Mendez as they confront a whole new set of dangers! Live voices, live sound effects, a live score, and over 1,200 full-color hi-res images blasting from a two-story-high screen. Long Center for the Performing Arts, Austin http://thelongcenter.org/

6/8-9 ► 8 pm

Zilker Pops Concerts Featuring the Austin Civic Orchestra Free

Zilker Hillside Theater, Austin http://austincivicorchestra.org

6/8 -7/1

The Merry Wives of Windsor

Directed by Joe Falocco. Shakespeare’s 1598 romantic comedy centers on the continuing adventures of one of his most famous characters, the rowdy knight Sir John Falstaff, as he tries to swindle a pair of wealthy women, who turn the tables and get the better of him. Wimberley Players, Wimberley http://wimberleyplayers.org

6/13 ► 7/2

Children’s Day Art Park

Wed. Mornings 9:30 - 11:30 am

For just 50 cents per child, kids and adults can experience the magic of the arts at Children’s Day Art Park. This exciting summer program features local musicians, dancers, storytellers, magicians, mimes and crafts people. Symphony Square Amphitheatre, Austin www.austinsymphony.org

6/17 ► 7:30 pm

Georgetown’s Got Talent Semi-Finals

A panel of on-stage judges will have the daunting task of selecting 6 finalists. Video recordings of the 6 acts will be posted online and votes will be collected via Facebook, Twitter, email and texting. Georgetown Palace Theatre, Georgetown www.georgetownpalace.com

6/20-24

One Man Lord of The Rings Trilogy

“One-Man Star Wars Trilogy” Once again, Ross will play all the characters, create the sound effects, sing the music and play both sides of the battlefield! “Precious!” Long Center for the Performing Arts, Austin http://thelongcenter.org

6/29 - 7/29 ► Weekends

Annie Get Your Gun

Annie Oakley manages to support her little brother and sisters by selling the game she hunts. When she’s discovered by Col. Buffalo Bill, he persuades this novel sharpshooter to join his Wild West Show. This rousing musical hits the mark every time in a testament to the power of female ingenuity. Georgetown Palace Theatre, Georgetown www.georgetownpalace.com

Sports

6/9 ► 8 am

2012 AFM Fittest

Community-wide event focused on shining a light on health and fitness for the masses and determining the 10 fittest individuals in Austin. It will utilize a series of fitness tests to make this determination including strength, endurance, balance, speed, precision, agility, and power. Camp Mabry, Austin http://afmfittest.com

6/10 ► 7:30 am

Georgetown Super Sprint #1

Triathlon Series. Georgetown Recreation Center http://flipflop-events.com

6/16 ► 7:30 am

Vern’s No Frills 5K– Race #39

Berry Springs Park & Preserve, Georgetown http://noexcusesrunning.com/?page_id=8

6/17

Lake Pflugerville Triathlon

Lake Pflugerville www.lakepflugervilletri.com

6/23 ► 2 pm

10^th Annual Keep Austin Weird Fest & 5K

The Long Center, Austin http://keepaustinweird5k.com

6/24 ► 8 am

Urban Assault Ride

(Bicycle Obstacle Event series) Fiesta Gardens Park, Austin http://urbanassaultride.com

6/2 ► doors @ 5:15 pm

Texas Rollergirls

Bout #1: Hustlers vs. Honky Tonk Heartbreakers

Bout #2: Hell Marys vs. Hotrod Honeys

Austin Convention Center, Austin www.texasrollergirls.org

Austin Toros Schedule

Cedar Park Center www.nba.com/dleague/austin/index_main.html

Round Rock Express Schedule

Dell Diamond www.roundrock.express.milb.com

Texas Longhorns Sports Event Calendar

www.texassports.com/calendar/events

Music

6/15 ► 8 pm

Michael Jackson - The Immortal

A riveting fusion of visuals, dance, music and fantasy that immerses audiences in Michael’s creative world. Frank Erwin Center, Austin http://uterwincenter.com

6/15 ► 7pm

The Bobby Bones Show Second Chance Prom

w/ Tone Loc, Young MC & DJ 2DQ ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin http://acl-live.com

6/16 ► 7 pm

Gary Morris

If You Were Mine Tour 2012 stops at the

Georgetown Palace for one night only! Georgetown Palace Theatre, Georgetown www.georgetownpalace.com

6/16 ► 6:30 pm

Band Of The Year 2012

w/ Austin’s own Patrice Pike, Guy Forsyth, Ginger Leigh, John Pointer & Wendy Colonna ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin http://acl-live.com

6/20 ► 6:30 pm

Buddy Guy & Jonny Lang

ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin http://acl-live.com

6/21 ► 6:30 pm

Robyn

ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin http://acl-live.com

6/22 ► 6:30 pm

Meat Loaf

ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin http://acl-live.com

6/28 ► 6:30 pm

Howard Jones

Performing ‘Human’s Lib’ & ‘Dream Into Action’ in Their Entireties

ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Austin http://acl-live.com

Search and find more music events at:

www.austinlivemusic.com

www.red7austin.com

http://mohawkaustin.com

www.lazonarosa.com

www.nuttybrown.com

www.antones.net

http://rutamaya.net/music

www.continentalclub.com

www.oneworldtheatre.org