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07.16.2026  |  The Weekend Guide  |  Subscribe

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🧠 True or False?

The University of Texas at Austin is home to the largest urban bat colony in the world.

Scroll to the end for the answer!

Events

Today
Hot Summer Nights 2026 | 7 p.m. | Mohawk Austin
Austin All-Star Comedy!!! | 8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. | The Velveeta Room
Blue Jay's Rockin Review | 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Antone's Nightclub
Fri, Jul 17 – Sun, Jul 19
Austin Summer Market & Festival | 12 a.m. – 12 a.m. | Patterson Park - Playground
Fri, Jul 17 – Sat, Jul 18
🎵 Chris Higgins | 12 a.m. – 12 a.m. | Cap City Comedy Club
Off Campus Night | 12 a.m. – 12 a.m. | Emo's Austin
🎵 Deorro | 12 a.m. – 12 a.m. | The Concourse Project
Tomorrow
🎵 High Fade | 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Mohawk Austin
🎵 ACL Live Tour | 9 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. | Austin City Limits Live (ACL Live & 3TEN ACL Live)
🎵 JILUKA | 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Come and Take It Live
🎵 BARTLY EP Release Show w/ Seth Celdran | 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Pershing Hall
Sat, Jul 18 – Sun, Jul 19
ATX Music Video Film Fest | 12 a.m. – 12 a.m. | Cabana Club
Sat, 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM
The Morning Dew - A Daytime EDM Music Party at... | 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Rain
Sat
Pony Soprano, Libby and the Loveless, Secret... | 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Stubb's Bar-B-Q
Austin Singles Event: Speed Dating (Ages 40-55) at... | 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. | Walter's Tavern
🎵 Paul Thorn | 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | 04 Center
🎵 I Love You So Much I Could Die Tour | 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Brushy Street Commons
SPINALL IN AUSTIN’- DAY PARTY- AFROBEATS, HOUSE... | 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Riviere Austin
Sun
🎵 lluvii at Meanwhile Brewing | 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Meanwhile Brewing
🎵 Chris Higgins | 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. | Cap City Comedy Club

📍 Spotlight

Tacos

Infierno Tacos
★ 5  |  68 reviews
Get ready to indulge in some of the best tacos Austin has to offer! Infierno Tacos serves up mouthwatering, authentic flavors with a twist, featuring their signature spicy salsa that’ll make your taste buds dance. With rave reviews and a welcoming vibe, it’s the perfect spot to grab a quick bite or enjoy a leisurely meal with friends.
📍 2715 E 5th St., Austin, TX 78702
Check it out →

What's Going On

Announced
*Paws for a cause.* Austin Pets Alive! is mobilizing to assist shelters impacted by recent flooding, ensuring furry friends get the help they need during this crisis. Read more →
*On the tracks.* The Austin Transit Partnership is set to vote on a $39 million contract for new light rail vehicles, a key step in enhancing local transit options. Read more →
Arts
*Bookworms unite!* The ATX Book Fair is hosting the "Hot Girls Read" market this Thursday at Ani’s Day & Night, celebrating all things literary and local—perfect for book lovers! Read more →
*Sweet memories.* A charming piece from Austin Chronicle reminisces about childhood treats like Amy’s Ice Cream, taking us on a delicious trip down memory lane. Read more →
*Sweet relief!* Austin pastry chefs are bringing back the joy of frozen treats just in time for summer heat—get ready for some deliciously nostalgic options! Read more →
*Chasing joy.* Dive into a delightful exploration of the nostalgia surrounding ice cream trucks and their role in childhood summers in Austin. Read more →
*Pride vibes.* Austin Chronicle dives into the ongoing "Hot Gay Summer," celebrating queer culture and community events in the city—it's a summer like no other! Read more →
*Test your knowledge!* How well do you know Austin's ties to "Friday Night Lights"? Take this quiz to find out if you're a true fan of the series and its local connections. Read more →
Outdoors
*Park it here.* St. John Pocket Park in North Austin is closing temporarily for an exciting expansion project aimed at enhancing community amenities—stay tuned for the grand reopening! Read more →

🧠 Answer

True. Each summer evening, over 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats emerge from under the Congress Avenue Bridge, making it the largest urban bat colony globally.

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