Austin is buzzing this week, with holiday sparkle, big music, and plenty of weird, only-in-Austin fun to keep listeners busy from tonight through the weekend. Whether listeners want live blues, spooky holiday markets, or late-night comedy, there is something happening in almost every corner of the city.According to the Austin Chronicle, one of the big music highlights is blues guitar phenom Christone “Kingfish” Ingram headlining the Paramount Theatre on Saturday night, with doors typically opening early for an evening of high-energy, modern blues in one of Austin’s most historic downtown venues. The same listing notes that rising guitarist Mathias Lattin is on the bill as well, so listeners can make a whole night of it with a double dose of guitar fireworks on Congress Avenue. If listeners are already downtown, they can wander the nearby blocks for a pre-show drink or a late-night taco once the amps go quiet.For fans of all things spooky and festive, the Austin Chronicle also points listeners to the 11th annual Horror for the Holidays art and gift bazaar, running this weekend and bringing horror-themed vendors, artists, and makers together under one roof. Expect creepy ornaments, dark artwork, and delightfully twisted gifts that are way more interesting than another generic sweater. It is a perfect stop for anyone who wants their holiday shopping with a side of ghosts, goblins, and local Austin flair.Comedy lovers have a full slate as well. The Creek and the Cave, the downtown comedy hub on East 7th Street, lists a packed schedule of stand-up showcases and open mics, including New Joke Saturday where Austin comics test brand-new material in a laid-back afternoon show before the nighttime crowds roll in. The venue also promotes Circus Fire, a late-night showcase that mixes sharp stand-up with wild character bits and surprise drop-ins from comics seen on Netflix, Hulu, and HBO, giving listeners a chance to catch big names and future stars in an intimate room.Listeners looking for more structured shows can keep an eye on Austin Opera’s events calendar, which features performances and special concerts across the season, from classic productions like La Bohème to smaller recitals in unique spaces. And for something more casual and hands-on, local guides like Austinot highlight free and low-cost events all weekend long, including outdoor holiday lights, markets, and family-friendly activities scattered around Zilker Park, downtown, and the East Side.Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss what’s happening around Austin. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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