September 25–27, 2026
Free waterfront art, COTALAND’s opening night, a Vietnamese night market, local music and vintage finds.
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September 18–20, 2026
$15 festival films, a wellness morning, Oaktoberfest, a new art space and free museums.
September 11–13, 2026
Floating DJs, kung fu cowboys, El Grito, fried chicken and LEVITATION.
September 4–6, 2026
Bat Fest, Lone Star Le Mans, Lagers & Literature, UT gameday and Beerthoven.
August 28–30, 2026
Moonlight paddles, $25 Uchiba, independent film, free dance classes and the Hot Sauce Festival.