Austin theater company shows off 3 in-progress works at plucky festival
Theater-goers looking for something new and local will find it at Austin Playhouse this August. The company will stage readings of three new works in the 2026 Festival of New Texas Plays on August 15 and 16. Tickets are donation-based, with a limited number available completely for free.
Austin Public Library (APL) is diving into comic books and other nerd culture for a free new "con-like experience" launching this summer, according to a press release. CABAMcon 2026, which stands for Comics, Anime, Books, Art, and Movies, will be held at the Central Library for most ages Saturday, September 12. Cosplay (dressing up like a fictional character) is encouraged, and cosplayers are invited to bring gear to swap. The event is geared toward anyone six years old and older, so attire should be family-friendly. Since thisisa library event, we'll put books front and center: local comic and book sellers will be on hand to sell their works, and the APL gift shop will also be involved, though the event doesn't say if anything special will be on offer. Fans will encouraged to check out APL's existing collection of comics, graphic novels, and other media, so there will be plenty to pore over for free. Like many of APL's other community events, CABAMcon will set up a "craft, connect and challenge area" for fans to mingle. Other library-led activities for the day include photo ops, a quick draw photo booth, and anime dubbing with APL's Innovation Lab (where anyone can use creative programs like digital audio workstations, photo editing tools, and 3D printing machines). There will also be two attractions led by partner organizations: trivia with Central Texas live event group GetItGames! and Lego builds by Austin Lego User Group, whose members construct elaborate works and socialize around the hobby. No RSVP is required. Guests can see a bit more information atlibrary. austintexas. gov. CABAMcon runs from 10 am to 2 pm. The Central Library is located at 710 W. César Chávez St. and has an on-site garage for paid parking. Two bus stops are located right outside the library: 800 Cesar Chavez/West and Seaholm Station.