Austin Speed Fest| Nov 1-4
Circuit of The Americas
circuitoftheamericas.com
A trip to Austin’s Formula 1 race track is always an epic experience. This event features an open venue giving the spectators up-close access to the cars and drivers. Check out the garages for a look at real vintage race cars getting ready for the track. Full weekend passes are only $35. Single day passes are $10 for Friday and $20 for Saturday and Sunday.
Austin Powwow | Nov 3
Travis County Expo Center
www.austinpowwow.net
The Austin Powwow festival features American Indian dancing, singing, arts & crafts and food.
Austin Celtic Festival | Nov 3-4
Jourdan-Bachman Pioneer Farms
www.austincelticfestival.com
The largest gathering of Celts in Central Texas. Austin Celtic Festival features Irish and Scottish music, dance, workshops, and storytelling. Tickets start at $18.
Texas Monthly BBQ Festival | Nov 3-4
The Long Center
www.tmbbq.com
World famous BBQ served up by 50 of the best Texas has to offer. This VIP event features some big time pit masters. Tickets are a little pricy.
East Austin Studio Tour | Nov 10-11 & 17-18
Various Locations in East Austin
www.east.bigmedium.org
A free event for East ATX art studios. For two weekends the hip east side opens their doors to the public.
Turkey Trot | Nov 22
The Long Center
www.thundercloud.com
5-mile run/1-mile walk is great way to kick of Thanksgiving without watching football.
Austin Area Jazz Festival | Nov 24
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center
www.austinareajazzfestival.com
It’s not the mega Fest like the New Orleans Jazz Fest, rather a chill event featuring local acts.