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Witches Market and Modern Art Openings Today in Austin

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March 8, 2026/08:00 AM
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Witches Market and Modern Art Openings Today in Austin
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Discover Austin’s Creative Heart this Sunday

As Austin enters the second Sunday of March 2026, the city is buzzing with a mix of mystical markets, world-class art openings, and final curtain calls for beloved theater productions. Whether you are looking to browse unique local crafts, immerse yourself in cutting-edge digital art, or celebrate International Women’s Day with the community, today’s schedule offers a diverse array of experiences across the capital city.

Local Markets and Community Meetups

  • Austin Witches Market: Head over to Radio/East starting at noon for a mystical shopping experience. The Austin Witches Market features local vendors specializing in occult crafts, tarot readings, handmade jewelry, and apothecary goods. It is a staple community gathering for those looking for unique, artisan-made treasures.
  • Texas Farmers' Market at Mueller: A local Sunday favorite, this market opens at 10:00 AM at the Mueller Lake Park. It is the perfect spot to grab fresh local produce, artisanal cheeses, and breakfast from local food vendors while enjoying a stroll by the water.
  • Act Up! Give to Gain: In honor of International Women’s Day, a special free public event is being held at Juliet Italian Kitchen’s Quonset Hut event space. Starting today, this community meetup brings together women founders and changemakers for discussions on sustainability, wellness, and local business impact.

Museums and Public Exhibitions

  • Blanton Museum of Art: Today marks the grand opening of two major exhibitions. Run the Code: Data-Driven Art Decoded explores the intersection of technology and creativity, featuring generative AI and algorithmic works by artists like Refik Anadol. Simultaneously, the museum debuts American Modernism from the Charles Butt Collection, showcasing over 80 rare works from icons such as Edward Hopper and Georgia O’Keeffe.
  • Harry Ransom Center: Visitors can still catch The Lorne Michaels Collection, a deep dive into the history of comedy and television through the archives of the Saturday Night Live creator.

Theater and Stage Performances

  • The Trip to Bountiful: Today is the final opportunity to see Horton Foote’s classic American masterpiece at City Theatre Austin. This moving production about the universal pull of home concludes its run this afternoon.
  • Into the Woods: For a family-friendly afternoon, kidsActing presents Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods at The Linc Theatre. The performance starts at 2:00 PM and offers a spirited take on the classic fractured fairy tale.
  • UTNT (UT New Theatre): Hosted at the Oscar G. Brockett Theatre, this showcase of newly developed works from playwrights at the University of Texas concludes its 2026 season today, offering a first look at the next generation of theatrical voices.