"It's without a doubt one of the nation's best hot rod and custom events," Rod & Custom Magazine says of the Lonestar Round Up. The 17th Annual Lonestar Round Up is coming back to Austin on April 6th and 7th. Its collection of vintage hot rods and other customized roadsters will be on full display at the Travis County Expo Center.

Parking is free and general admission tickets are just $15, which is a bargain when you consider the huge herd of autos on display. In addition to the beautiful pieces of machinery, the Lonestar Round Up also features loves of live music, a sprawling swap meet, and many local vendors. Don't be surprised if you get invited to a backyard barbecue while you're at the Lonestar Round Up—its energy tends to take over the entire city for the weekend.

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Evangeline Café offers diners some of the best in Cajun food accompanies by live music. They have a comfortable and exciting atmosphere that allows you to enjoy the company of friends. They offer late night live music two nights a week as well as special events such as Mardi Gras celebrations. Their calendar is always full of familiar names in local music. This combined with excellent food gives you all you need to have a great evening.

Customers are talking about the exciting atmosphere and unique food offered by Evangeline Café. It is the place to be for a night of music, great drinks and quality food. Check out their latest in events and activities when choosing which night you want to pay a visit to Evangeline Café. You don’t want to miss a minute of the fun.

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The Zilker Botanical Garden celebrates the best of local floral all year round, but each spring, it hosts a special event to herald the arrival of a new season. The 61st Annual Zilker Garden Festival will soon return to the park and bring with it a large roster of artists, extra blooms, and more.

If your windowsill garden could use a few fresh additions, browse the many booths of plant vendors at the Garden Festival. You should be able to find something that jives well with your existing blooms or a standalone houseplant to add to your living room. Peruse the garden-inspired works of art, as well, from ceramics and gardening hats to handcrafted jewelry and clothing. Stop by the Flower Show to check out masterpieces molded from fresh blossoms or take in a live concert with a craft beer and hot food in hand in the Oak Grove.

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