Asian events this weekend - December 2
Introducing Asian American Salon - for the ones who care about culture and community, whether you're an OG or just starting out. A space to meet likeminded people and talk intentionally about the challenges we face & what we can do about it.
Details here: @asianamericansalon
Instagram: @asianeventsinaustin
Thursday, December 1
Austin HK Movie Screening: Table for Six | 飯戲攻心 ($)
One night only - "It is often said that food and meals bring families together, but in TABLE FOR SIX it’s clear that not all family gatherings are a cause for celebration."
📍 AMC Barton Creek Square 14 (2901 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746)
⏰ Thursday December 1, 7:30-9:30pm
Friday, December 2
Y'all We Asian @ Fallout Theater ($)
Austin's Asian American improv troupe returns for "a night of stand up and improv" on the first Friday of each month.
📍 Fallout Theater (616 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701)
⏰ Friday December 2, 8-9pm
Saturday, December 3
Passport to the World Festival (Free)
"Enjoy an afternoon of FREE programming exploring Austin's rich international community through live performances, interactive games and crafts, and much more! Learn about all of Austin's incredible Sister Cities with fun, hands on booths and activities by our sister cities."
📍 Austin Public Library - Central Branch (710 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701)
⏰ Saturday December 3, 1-4pm
Upcoming
Tai Nguyen's Standup Comedy Album Recording ($)
Pflugerville legend Tai Nguyen is recording his standup album at his living room comedy venue.
📍 Tai's House (2008 Golden Sunrise Ln, Pflugerville, TX 78660)
⏰ Friday December 9 - Saturday December 10, 7:30pm and 9:30pm shows
The First-Ever Asian Culture Fair ($)
"We bring you the first-ever Asian Culture Fair in ATX! Dedicated to showcasing best local talents within the Asian and Asian American Community in ATX. Come meet new people and make connections as you experience live music, tasty foods, and the diversity of Asian culture in Austin."
📍 Oskar Blues Brewery (10420 Metric Blvd Ste 150, Austin, TX 78758)
⏰ Sunday December 11, 12-5pm
Indie Meme: Children of the Sun Screening + Live Q&A + Annual Member Appreciation Party ($)
"Witness the Sri Lankan historical epic, Children of the Sun (Gaadi), with a special, virtual post-screening Q&A with internationally-renowned director Prasanna Vithanage. Film screening followed by the Indie Meme Annual Member Appreciation Party."
📍 AFS Cinema (6259 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, TX 78752)
⏰ Sunday December 11, 4-8:30pm
Asian American Salon: "Why Aren't We More Poppin?" hosted by Sabrina Sha and Yola Lu
📍 West China Tea House (4706 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78751)
⏰ Saturday December 17, 6-8pm
City of Austin 2024 Artist Access Program - Application Deadline
Local artists are invited to apply for Austin's Artist Access Program, which provides "free rehearsal space as well as performance space at a reduced rental rate of $1 per ticket sold."
⏰ Sunday December 18, midnight
Recurring
These events happen on a regular basis, so I don’t always mention them. There might be something new since the last time you checked!