Events

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a... What is it? Join guest artist Laura Lit to learn the ends and outs of sculpture and create your own abstract 3D creatures. Don’t miss her new larger-than-life sculptures on the grounds of Laguna Gloria!

Treat mom to a day immersed in art and nature! First 100 guests get a free drink from Spread and Co.

Sight, sound, smell, taste, touch. How many of these have you done today? Let’s explore our 1-2-3-4-5 senses through art and play!

Hear directly from the artist and curators about the pieces on view. Enjoy complimentary drinks and experience the sculptures up close and in an intimate, conversational setting.

Gear up for every droid’s favorite day of the year: Recycled Robots! Join us to transform everyday objects into one-of-a-kind robot pals. Seating is limited, so RSVP now!

Come celebrate dad at our 14-acre, lakeside sculpture park -- with art and more to explore!

Member Appreciation Week is our way of celebrating you—our community of art lovers, artists, lifelong learners, and advocates who make The Contemporary Austin possible.

As part of Member Appreciation Week, join fellow Members for an outdoor screening with complimentary drinks and snacks

Join the shell-ebration! We’ll explore shells through fun artmaking, hands-on observation, and even some very spe-shell visitors.

This Second Saturday you pull the strings—become a puppeteer! Join guest artist Kade Conklin to bring your own character to life.

Put your hands together for an Arty Party puppet show! Join special guest Small Wonders Puppet Theater for a one-of-a-kind story time, then create your own nature puppet and put on a show.

Who doesn’t love a mailbox surprise? Join special guests Parents Climate Community and Stephanie Chavez Noell as we create a community art quilt entitled “Dear Me,” which will be on display at The Very ‘Rary. Then, stop by the stationary station to send a letter to someone special (stamps while supplies last!).