Weekend Watch: Austin FC season kick-off and a new play at Austin Playhouse
AUSTIN (KXAN) – After freezing conditions this week, many are ready to get out of the house and check out what the weekend has to offer. Soccer returns in Austin, a new energy drink drops, and a musical about a boy in a new town takes the stage at Austin Playhouse.
Weekend Forecast
The week kept us indoors bundled up, but the end of the weekend is looking much better. Even with temperatures still very cold Saturday morning, by the afternoon we are rebounding a bit leading to a wonderful Sunday.
Temperatures will slowly start to make their way back up into the 60s and 70s with much more sun than the previous few days. We will have to contend with freezing rain to start the morning on Saturday and through most of the day.
Tomas and the Library Lady
Tomas and the Library Lady is a musical coming to Austin Playhouse and tells the story of Tomas, a child of migrant parents who moves to Iowa. After learning plenty of stories from family members, Tomas is introduced to the Library Lady who helps him break the language barrier and discover his love of books. The musical kicks off on Friday, Feb. 21, and runs through March 2. Friday shows start at 7:30 p.m. while Saturday and Sunday shows start at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are still available at Austinplayhouse.com.
Bloom Energy Pop Up Bar
Bloom Energy is hosting a Pop-Up Bar in Austin at Inn Cahoots. The event runs from noon to 5:00 p.m. on both days and is free to the public. The first 50 people at the event get a free swag bag, the best part is that all merchandise sales will be donated to support Los Angeles fire relief.
Austin FC season opener
Soccer is back, baby! Austin FC kicks off its 2025 season at the Q2 Stadium in North Austin. Fans far and wide are invited to the very first game this year against Sporting KC. There are only a few tickets left for the big game. If you can’t make it, plenty of places across Central Texas will be holding viewing parties. For more information on the game or other games this season, be sure to visit their website.
