Austin is considered by many to be the cultural hub of Texas. This diversity is reflected in the varied festivals and events staged in Capital City each year.
1. Texas Book Festival
Held at the State Capitol in Austin, the annual Texas Book Festival features over 200 authors, as well as exhibitors, live music, food, a children's area and more.2. Austin City Limits Music Festival
One of the largest and most popular music festivals in the country, the Austin City Limits Music Festival features in excess of 100 performing acts offering a mix of music from various genres.3. Austin Film Festival
For more than a decade, the Austin Film Festival has provided a venue for up-and-coming screenwriters and filmmakers to have their work brought into the public consciousness.4. South by Southwest Music Festival
Held in Austin each March, South By Southwest (SXSW) is one of the top music festivals in the country. Event performers cover over 50 stages in downtown Austin.5. Keepin' It Weird Festival
Austin's annual Keepin' It Weird Festival celebrates all of the odd, crazy, irreverent and funky things that make Austin a unique place to visit and live.6. Austin Reggae Festival
Austin Reggae Festival
The Austin Reggae Festival is one of the largest and most popular Reggae music festivals in Texas. Featuring nearly a dozen bands, the Austin Reggae Festival treats attendees to two full day of live music.
