Dog Days. Summer has finally remembered it's summer. After a surprisingly forgiving June and July, this week is expected to be the hottest of the year so far, with triple-digit temperatures settling over Central Texas and heat index values climbing even higher.
Around Lake Travis, that means early tee times, full marinas, afternoon pool floats, and the annual race from the parking lot to the nearest air conditioning. Drink more water than you think you need, save the dog walks for sunrise, and if you're looking for relief, the lake has perfect timing.
Here's what's happening around the lake.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY | Wed–Sat through August 15, 8pm | Hill Country Galleria | FREE | Info
Still creepy. Still kooky. Still altogether ooky.
INNER ENGINEERING IN-PERSON | July 30 – August 2 | Star Hill Ranch | $375 | Info
A four-day Sadhguru immersion — meditation, movement, and the sort of rural-Texas retreat that comes with its own vocabulary.
SPICEWOOD FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: LABYRINTH | July 30, 7–9:15pm | RAD Sports | FREE | Info
A summer movie night starring David Bowie at his most unforgettable.
TASTE OF LAKE TRAVIS: 1ST BITES | July 30, 5pm | Frontyard Brewing | Info
A first taste of the chefs before the main event.
Image from @laketravischamber IG
CHAMBER MIXER & SUNSET CRUISE | July 30, 5–9pm | Northshore Marina at the Hollows | $55–75 | Info
The North Lake Travis Chamber’s summer mixer — one drink ticket, light bites, and a sunset sail across the lake.
MOVIE AT THE PARK: ZOOTOPIA 2 | July 31, 7pm | Lakeway City Park | FREE | Info
Blankets down, sequel up.
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH MARKET | August 1, 10am–2pm | Lago Vista Brewing Company | FREE | Info
A farmers market with one last nod to summer.
BACK2SCHOOL BASH | August 1, 11am–1pm | The Hope Center, Lago Vista | FREE | Info
Backpacks, school supplies, and a community that shows up.
THUNDERING PAWS PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT | August 1, 12–5pm | Highway 71 Brewing | $40 | Info
Pickleball for a good cause — and some very lucky cats.
ADVANCED SCUBA | August 2–3, 7am–3pm | Mansfield Dam Park | $495 | Info A two-day dive certification for those ready to take their diving skills somewhere deeper.
BOOKS AND BUBBLY BOOK CLUB | August 3, 7–8pm | Lake Travis Library Spicewood | FREE | Info
This month’s pick, The Ministry of Time, paired with a glass of bubbly.
NORTHSHORE WOMEN HAPPY HOUR | August 4, 6–8pm | Alba Wine Bar | Info
A casual evening for local women in business over wine and conversation.
Image from North Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce
MAH JONGG OPEN PLAY | August 5, 1–4pm | Lake Travis Library Spicewood | FREE | Info
Bring your own set for an afternoon of American Mah Jongg with experienced players.
MUSIC BINGO | Wednesdays, 6–7:30pm | Lago Vista Brewing Company | FREE | Info
Name the song before everyone else and let the bingo card do the rest.
THE AMAZING ACE | July 31, 10:30–11:30am | Lake Travis Community Library, Lakeway | FREE | Info
A 16-year-old local magician with card tricks that feel a little too convincing.
ELEMENTARY SPANISH CLASS | Saturdays Aug 1 – Sep 19, 10:30am–12pm | Lakeway Activity Center | FREE | Info
A free beginner Spanish class built around games, conversation, and culture.
KID’S DAY AT HEB | Aug 1, 11am - 4pm | All HEB stores | FREE | Info
One Saturday when the grocery store is designed for kids.
PET STORY TIME | August 3, 10:30–11:30am | Lake Travis Library Spicewood | FREE | Info
Hear a story, then ask a local veterinarian everything you've ever wondered about pets.
YOUTH WATERSPORTS SUMMER CAMP | August 3-7, 10am-4:15pm | Lake Life Vibes | $895 | Info
Five days of wakesurfing, tubing, and coming home too tired to argue about bedtime.
HUDDLES & HEELS BENEFIT GALA | August 6, 5-9pm | Sonesta Hotel Bee Cave | Various pricing | Info
Football, fundraising, and a behind-the-scenes look at the season ahead.
THE FLOATING FITNESS EXPERIENCE | August 15, 7–8pm | Board & Body LBJ | $75 | Info
A sunset paddleboard session where the setting does half the work.
Image courtesy of Board & Body LBJ
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July 30th – August 2nd
ANGEL’S ICEHOUSE (Spicewood)
Fri: Dean Seltzer | 6pm
Sun: Shawn Mathews | 12pm
GRAVEYARD POINT ICEHOUSE (Lakeway)
Fri: Tate Mayeux | 7:30pm
HWY 71 BREWING COMPANY (Spicewood)
Fri: JT Horne | 7-9pm
IRON WOLF RANCH (Spicewood)
Sat: Garrett Jay Brown | 2-5pm
LT CORNER PUB (Lakeway)
Fri: Karaoke w/KJ Kevin Young | 9pm-1am
LUCKY RABBIT (Jonestown)
Thu: Lauren Diamond | 6-9pm
Fri: Lovechild | 7-10pm
Sat: PJ3 - A Pearl Jam Trio | 7-10pm
Sun: Gospel Brunch w/ Candy Coburn | 12-3pm
PLATE BY DZINTRA (Bee Cave)
Thu: Julie Slim Duo ft Shawn Ellison | 6-8:30pm
POODIE’S ROADHOUSE (Spicewood)
Thu: Gus Miller 6pm | Dukes of the Hill Country | 8pm
Fri: Forlini & Cross 8pm | Christopher Seymore 10:30pm
Sat: Dakota Spellman 1pm | Andrea Marie 8pm | Madam Radar 10pm
Sun: Mike Lemieux ft Bad Rodeo 4pm | Tasmin & Tim 7:30pm
SAF WINE BAR (Lakeway)
Thu: Frank Cavitt 7:30-10:30pm
Fri: Bajo Azul 8:30-11:30pm
STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE (Steiner Ranch)
Thu: Robert Wagner 6:30-9pm
Fri: Howlin’ Waters 6:30-9pm
Sun: Mike Gonzales 6:30-9pm
THE OASIS (Lake Travis)
Fri: March 5 | 6-9pm
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Summer Upgrade. This cordless misting fan feels like one of those purchases you won't appreciate until this week. Battery-powered, portable, and surprisingly effective whether you're at a ballgame, grilling, gardening, or hanging out on your patio.
Something More Portable. This phone-powered mini fan is about the size of a pack of gum but puts out an impressive breeze. Toss it in your purse, beach bag, or golf cart and thank yourself later.
For Your Neck. This cooling towel sound gimmicky until you spend ten minutes outside. Wet it, wring it out, snap it a few times, and it stays noticeably cooler than the air for far longer than you'd expect.
For those Bug Bites. These mosquito repellent bands are a nice first line of defense for evenings on the patio, walks around the neighborhood, or chasing kids around the park without smelling like citronella.
The Next Pour. The former Deep Eddy tasting room in Dripping Springs won't stay empty for long. Local distiller Goodnight Loving Vodka takes over August 1, with an opening date still to come.
Cookie Pilgrimage. Not exactly Lake Travis, but we couldn't ignore this one: New York's legendary Levain Bakery is bringing its famously oversized cookies to The Domain next year. Our future selves are already planning the detour.
Not So Fast. The City of Bee Cave issued a cease-and-desist order for three Highway 71 developments at Sweetwater Crossing, alleging work began before approvals were in place and raising concerns about flood control and water quality. Déjà vu?
Adopt Me. Meet Kentucky, a two-year-old Husky/Shepherd mix whose ideal itinerary includes a long hike, followed immediately by a very committed nap beside (or preferably on) you.
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