Best Free Fun in Austin Events Happening in March 2026

SXSW month is here, but that’s not the only thing going on this month. Here are just a few of our favorite ways to have some Free Fun in Austin in March!

Best Free Fun in Austin Events – March 2026

Act Up! Give to Gain – A Free International Women’s Day Event

ANACT invites you to a free public International Women’s Day event designed to spark conversation, connection and action across sustainability, business, wellness, and community impact. Austin’s women founders, business leaders and community changemakers will gather on Sunday, March 8 at Juliet Italian Kitchen’s Quonset Hut event space. Get details on everything that’s happening here.

BMI Presents Howdy Texas

BMI is thrilled to present its annual Howdy Texas party on March 11 at a new location: Güero’s Taco Bar (1412 S Congress Avenue). This event is free, open to the public, and will feature performances by six unique Texas-based artists, including Claire Hinkle, Elijah Delgado, Magna Carda, Matt Kirk and The Güeyfarers, MackMartin, and The 4411, offering a mix of pop, indie, country, blues, jazz, R&B, electronic, and a genre-blending sound known as Texicana.

Austin Sports Fest

Celebrate sports in the capital city with Austin Sports Fest on March 13. Presented by Austin FC, Austin Gamblers, Austin Spurs, LOVB ATX, Texas Volts and Austin Rise, guests can play pickleball, ride a mechanical bull, interact with athletes, and enjoy free drinks and light bites at Urban Pickleball Club. Parking on site is available. Use the code “dink” for $5 parking. RSVP here.

Space House @ SXSW 2026

Step into humanity’s next horizon at Space House @ SXSW 2026, presented by CesiumAstro. Located at IMXP’s Headquarters at 201 East 5th Street, the event is happening on March 14 and 15. This two-day experience will serve as an immersive sanctuary for visionaries, pioneers, and storytellers shaping space today. Space House is an official SXSW event and badge holders received priority however, non-badge holders will be admitted when space allows. More info here.

Community Concerts at Lady Bird Lake

On Sunday, March 15, relax by the shores of Lady Bird Lake with skyline views and musical performances. The event is free, open to the public and family-friendly. Performers are yet to be announced.

Austin Blues Fest & Antone’s Forever SXSW 2026 Day Party

Antone’s Forever and Austin Blues Festival are bringing back their annual SXSW Day Party on March 18. RSVPs are open now on Eventbrite. The Day Party will feature special performances and serve as a little teaser of what Austin Blues Festival will look like come April!

Sazon Latin Food Festival

The Sazon Latin Food Festival is a vibrant celebration of Latin American culture, showcasing the rich and diverse flavors from the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It’s taking place March 29 at Cabana Club. Get full details here.

AF1 Racing: 13th Annual MotoGP Party

AF1 Racing is proud to present their 13th Annual MotoGP Party. Kick off race weekend at The Brewtorium on Friday, March 27. All tickets are free to register, but availability is limited and registration is required for entry. RSVP and get more info here.

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