Memorial day events in Austin this Weekend

Memorial Day 2026 Celebrations In Austin

Music lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, get ready! Austin lights up this Memorial Day with a perfect mix of heartfelt tributes and sizzling summer fun. Honor fallen heroes with a moving ceremony or explore military history at the Bullock Texas State History Museum. Whether you're a country music fan, a history enthusiast, or just looking for a fun-filled weekend under the Texas sun, Austin has a unique blend of remembrance, outdoor adventures, and delicious treats—all with that unmistakable Austin vibe. So pack your dancing shoes, swimsuit, and appetite—Austin's got your Memorial Day covered!

Things To Do in Austin On Memorial Day Weekend 2026

There are many exciting things to do on Memorial Day 2026 in Austin. Celebrate this day with virtual runs, online parties, Memorial Day services, and more. Discover the best things to do on Memorial Day with us in Austin.

1) TUFF Austin Debut

The TUFF Austin Debut is a highly anticipated event co-presented by Queen Butch and TUFF, bringing Los Angeles’ hottest leather party to Austin for Memorial Day Weekend. Scheduled for Friday, May 22, 2026, starting at 10:00 PM, the high-energy gathering will take place at the Kingdom Nightclub, located at 113 E 5th Street in downtown Austin, Texas. As a dedicated gear party, attendees are encouraged to fully participate by dressing to "impress, distress, or undress," with the option to utilize a coat check to store their street clothes upon arrival.

2) Austin Memorial Day Bar Crawl Party 2026 | Saturday, May 23

The Austin Memorial Day Bar Crawl Party 2026 is a lively, self-guided nightlife event taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 8:00 PM to 2:00 AM. This 21+ holiday celebration gives attendees access to multiple of Austin's hottest bars and clubs without having to pay individual venue covers. The experience includes an official crawl wristband, a digital map and schedule to navigate the participating venues, high-energy DJs playing party anthems, and festive drink specials at various stops.

3) Memorial Day Thunderfest

The Memorial Day Thunderfest is an all-ages hard rock and metal concert presented by Bishop Studios. Taking place on Monday, May 25, 2026, at the venue Come and Take It Live (located at 2015 E Riverside Dr, Bldg 4, Austin, Texas), this high-energy show opens its doors at 7:00 PM with the first performance starting at 8:00 PM. The event features a heavy hitting, four-band lineup, including the Austin-based female-fronted hard rock band Edge of Destiny at 8:00 PM, the industrial rock group Texas Microphone Massacre at 9:00 PM, the Los Angeles southern-grit metal band Stonebreed making their highly anticipated return to Austin at 10:00 PM, and San Antonio's Rebel Angels closing out the night at 11:00 PM (which will also feature a birthday celebration for their guitarist, Gabe).

4) Memorial Day Massacre @ Kick Butt Coffee

The Memorial Day Massacre is a high-energy live music event scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Kick Butt Coffee in Austin, Texas (located at 5775 Airport Blvd, Suite 725). Built for fans of dark grooves, surf rock, psychobilly, and horror-tinged garage rock, this all-ages show features a stacked, non-stop lineup with no filler. Doors open at 7:30 PM, the music kicks off at 8:30 PM, and entry is a $10 cover charge at the door. Free parking is available on-site.

5) Memorial Day 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2

The sixth annual Memorial Day 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 is a flexible virtual running and walking event organized by Moon Joggers. Designed to celebrate Memorial Day and honor the nation's fallen military heroes, the event allows participants to choose their preferred distance—ranging from a 1-mile run to a full 26.2-mile marathon. Because it is a virtual race, participants can complete their run or walk at any location they prefer, including on a road, trail, track, treadmill, or at the gym, and can do so at their own pace at any time throughout May or June 2026.

Best Places To Celebrate Memorial Day in Austin

Looking to make the most of Memorial Day in Austin? Explore the finest locations to honor and celebrate this meaningful occasion. From heartfelt memorials to festive events, discover the best places in Austin to commemorate and enjoy this patriotic holiday.
Austin has some excellent venues that hosted Memorial Day parades and events last year. You can find more information about them below.

• Speakeasy
• Busy Signal
• JCC Austin
• Driskill Hotel
• The Far Out Lounge and Stage
• Reina Rooftop
• Auditorium Shores
• Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium
• Etter-Harbin Alumni Center
• Lady Bird Lake, Austin, Texas
• The Pitch
• Batch - Craft Beer and Kolaches
• 1100 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
• 825 E Rundberg Ln
• Punch Bowl Social Austin Congress

Where Should I Go To Celebrate Memorial Day in Austin?

Memorial Day is a major celebration throughout the country, and there are always numerous events and activities to enjoy, including parades, bar crawls, and more.
Austin has some fantastic venues that hosted Memorial Day parades and events last year. Find them below:

• Memorial Day Weekend Party at Punch Bowl Social Austin Congress was hosted at Punch Bowl Social Austin Congress.
• Memorial Day Weekend Party at Punch Bowl Social Austin Domain was hosted at Punch Bowl Social Austin Domain.
• Memorial Day Weekend Day Party was hosted at The Tipsy Alchemist (Austin).
• FUN FRIDAY: Memorial Day Party was hosted at JCC Austin.
• Memorial Day Weekend Kick Off Party was hosted at POP.
• Memorial Day - Health Fair, Games, Refreshments and more! was hosted at 825 E Rundberg Ln.
• Weekend at Maggie's: Memorial Day Pool Party was hosted at Hotel Magdalena.
• Memorial Day Pool Party! was hosted at Hotel Ella.
• The RSRV's All-White Memorial Day Weekend Party was hosted at 3415 E 7th St.
• Memorial Day Murph WOD and Celebration was hosted at SWEAT440 Zilker.
• Afrobeats Fridays: Throwback Edition (Memorial Weekend) was hosted at Summit Rooftop & Lounge.
• Awesome Memorial Day Food Party was hosted at 6020-B.
• Memorial Day Weekend ATX edition was hosted at XO Nightclub & Hookah Lounge.
• Memorial Day Weekend Pool Party! was hosted at 5th Floor Pool.
• SOEN: Memorial Tour 2024 with Trope at Come and Take It Live! was hosted at Come and Take It Live.