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🧠 True or False?

The Texas State Capitol in Austin is taller than the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.

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Events

Tue, May 5
Dance Gavin Dance | 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. | Stubb's Bar-B-Q
Tue, May 5, 6 PM – Wed, May 6
🎵 Desmadre with Doomsday | 6 p.m. – 12 a.m. | The Lost Well
Cinco de Mayo Country Party | Dean Seltzer & The Redneck Mothers Live in Austin | 6 p.m. – 12 a.m. | Balcones Country Club
Wed, May 6
Allie X | 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Empire Control Room & Garage
Wed, May 6, 9:30 PM – Thu, May 7
Date Night @ Stargazer Bar, Ages 27-39 | 9:30 p.m. – 12 a.m. | Stargazer Cocktails & Coffee
Thu, May 7
Design Austin | PechaKucha #41 | 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Austin History Center | Austin Public Library
🎵 &ME (KEINEMUSIK) at The Concourse Project | 8 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | The Concourse Project
🎵 Frankie & The Witch Fingers | 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Mohawk Austin
King Bo | 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Cap City Comedy Club
🎵 By Storm | 8 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | 29th Street Ballroom
Fri, May 8, 12:00 PM – Sat, May 9
🎵 Austin Psych Fest with The Flaming Lips, The Black Angels, Thee Sacred Souls and many more - 3 Day Pass (May 8-10, 2026) | 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | The Far Out Lounge & Stage
Fri, May 8
LA LOM: Austin Psych Fest 2026 | 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. | The Far Out Lounge & Stage
🎵 Jose Gonzalez | 8 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Mohawk Austin
🎵 Commoner | 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. | The Hole in the Wall
🎵 Emily Nenni | 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Sagebrush
Fri, May 8, 9 PM – Sat, May 9
🎵 Sonny Fodera | 9 p.m. – 12 a.m. | The Concourse Project
Sat, May 9, 7:30 AM – Sun, May 10
2026 Austin DEKA FIT Weekend | 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Palmer Events Center
Sat, May 9, 11 AM – Sun, May 10
Pecan Street Festival | 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. | Hill Country Galleria

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What's Going On

Announced
*Teaching stars!* Two Austin ISD teachers, Megan Vasquez and Alasin DeVeny, have been honored with H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards for their exceptional contributions to education. Read more →
*Hemp news!* A Travis County judge has extended the allowance for smokeable hemp sales in Texas until July 27, impacting local suppliers and consumers. Read more →
*Watering relief!* Pflugerville has relaxed its water restrictions to Stage 1, allowing residents to hand-water their lawns and wash cars on designated days. Read more →
Arts
*Local vibes!* The inaugural KUT Festival brought Austin residents together for music, author talks, and community discussions, showcasing the city's vibrant cultural scene. Read more →
*Through their lens!* The Austin Youth Safety Project encourages teens to use photography to express their views on public safety, aiming to influence local policy discussions. Read more →
Outdoors
*Swing into action!* The Muny Conservancy is hosting a “19th Hole Party” to celebrate the historic Lion’s Municipal Golf Course, inviting the community to enjoy live music and festivities on May 6. Read more →
Get ready, Austinites! The reopening of Bob Hall Pier on north Padre Island means a perfect excuse for a day trip filled with stunning ocean views and refreshing sea breezes. Embrace the great Texas outdoors and take a stroll on this long pier that’s back and better than ever! Read more →
Try This
*Mom's day out!* If you're looking to treat your mom this Mother's Day, check out these curated Austin activities, from local markets to film screenings, perfect for making her day special. Read more →
*Fiesta time!* Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner, and Austin has plenty of festive options to choose from, including parties at local favorites like Blue Owl Brewing. Read more →
*Shop local!* The Front Market in East Austin attracted large crowds this weekend, showcasing local artists and vendors, and promoting a strong community spirit. Read more →
Sports
*Goal digger!* Austin FC celebrated a solid 2-0 victory over St. Louis CITY SC, marking their second consecutive win, with player Myrto Uzuni making a triumphant return from injury. Read more →

🧠 Answer

True. The Texas State Capitol stands at 302 feet, making it the tallest state capitol building in the United States, even taller than the U.S. Capitol which is 289 feet.

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