Visit Austin just released its exciting and robust line-up of spring events. There will be no shortage of events for travelers (and locals) to experience, making this city a must-visit. From sporting events and music festivals to art expos and foodie celebrations there’s a little something for everyone in Austin.

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Austin in February: Spurs, ATX Open and NASCAR at COTA

Basketball fans will want to mark their calendars for the I-35 Series: San Antonio Spurs as they make a return to Austin at the Moody Center. Watch the San Antonio Spurs take on the Phoenix Suns on February 20 and the Detroit Pistons February 21.

Tennis fans won’t want to miss the annual ATX Open, taking place February 22 – March 2 at Westwood Country Club. As part of the Hologic Women’s Tennis Association Tour, the ATX Open is one of 50-plus events and four Grand Slams, spanning six continents, and nearly 30 countries and regions, reaching a global audience of over 700 million.

Circuit of The Americas (COTA) will welcome race fans February 28 – March 2 when NASCAR at COTA returns to Austin for the third time, courtesy of Speedway Motorsports. Guests can experience another unforgettable race weekend with the running of the NASCAR Cup Series, Xfinity Series and IMSA-sanctioned VP Racing SportsCar Challenge at COTA.

Austin in March: Music, rodeo and MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix

Sips and Sounds Music Festival will take place March 7-8. Put on by Coca-Cola and taking place at Auditorium Shores, this two-day festival includes a wide range of fantastic musicians such as Halsey, Khalid, Benson Boone, AJR and more.

Every spring, crowds descend on Downtown Austin to experience the world-renowned SXSW^® Music, Film and Interactive Conference and Festival. This year, taking place March 7-15, the festival encompasses four main components: conference, music, film, TV and comedy. Each track brings top creatives and global professionals together to collaborate during this exciting nine-day event.

Over the years, Rodeo Austin, taking place March 14-29, has grown from a show featuring 16 animals into one of Austin’s premier events, featuring pro rodeo events, daily concerts, livestock shows and more.

MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix, the fastest show on two wheels revs up Austin, March 28-30, for three days of bar-banging motorcycle racing action with the greatest riders in the world and is the only North American stop of the world’s premier motorcycle racing series.

Austin in April: Kites, comedy and classic Blues

Every year, the nation’s oldest kite festival, ABC Kite Fest, taking place April 5, features hundreds of kites across the Austin sky. This year, the festival is hosting a weekend showcase and contest.

Moontower Comedy Fest, taking place April 9-19, delivers huge stars, fan favorites, comics to watch and beloved local talent to Austin. The festival will span more than a two week period and host shows around Austin featuring over 20 headliners and dozens more comics.

Austin Blues Festival returns on its 50th anniversary for two full days of world-class talent for music lovers, April 26-27. The event aims to offer something for everyone by merging classic Blues sounds with fresh and adjacent interpretations of the artform that’s influenced so many others. The stacked music lineup for the 2025 event includes performances from the likes of Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Mavis Staples, Jackie Venson, Sir Woman and many more.

Austin in May: Arts, food and television festivals

A free, family event, the Pecan Street Spring Arts Festival, taking place May 3-4, is the oldest and largest art festival in Central Texas. Musicians, food vendors, artists and craftspeople turn Sixth Street — historically called Pecan Street — into a lively street fair where there is something for people of all ages.

Hot Luck Festival, taking place May 22-25, returns to honor the soul, sweat and DIY diversity of the food and music world. The festival is an eat-with-your-fingers picnic and party experience that highlights open-pit feats of culinary know-how, and music in your ears that is as thoughtfully created as the food on your plate. Come hungry, thirsty, and bring your dancin’ boots.

Taking place May 29 – June 1, ATX Television Festival is the first festival devoted to television’s history and future. It functions like a traditional film festival with premieres of new series, current hits and cult favorites, as well as offers access to the industry’s leading professionals with cast and creator Q&As and panels focusing on innovation in both production and content delivery.

Event dates are subject to change or cancellation. For a complete list of live and in person events taking place, head to visitaustin.org/events.