November 20 – Soirée Beaujolais Nouveau

In collaboration with Alliance Française Austin, join us for an evening of French wine and conviviality.

🥳 Beaujolais Nouveau Has Arrived! 🍷
The wait is over—the very first wine of the year is here, and we’re throwing a party for it!

Think: French wine that’s young, fresh, and ready to party (just like us). Add French-inspired bites, a side of live Francophone tunes, and voilà—you’ve got yourself the most fun Franco-Texan soirée in town.

Come sip, snack, and dance your way into French culture with us. And don’t worry, all the fun supports a good cause: proceeds benefit the AFA & Austin-Angers Sister Cities’ Scholarship Funds.

Newsletter subscribers receive $15 off: Join our newsletter now!

RSVP HERE!

Join Austin Sister Cities International ASCI on Saturday, November 15 from 11 am - 4 pm for the 10th Annual Passport to the World International Family-Friendly Festival.

The Parade of Cultures will kick off the festivities at 11:15 am at City Hall and process to the Passport of the World Festival. Traditional clothing from your country is encouraged!

The Passport to the World Festival at Austin Central Library from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm features FREE programming exploring Austin's rich international community through live performances, interactive games and crafts, and much more! Learn about all of Austin's incredible Sister Cities with fun, hands-on booths and activities by our sister cities.

A paid VIP reception immediately follows the festival and tickets can be purchased here.

Festival Schedule *subject to change

• 11:15 AM – 11:30 AM: Remarks from Mayor Watson

• 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Parade of Cultures - Kicking off from City Hall and making its way to the Austin Public Library, led by the Diversity Band.

• 11:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Free Paletas at the Library — Sponsored by Clay Imports

• 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Festival, Sister City & Friendship booths, Kids Activity Tables, & Performances

• 12:10 PM – 12:25 PM: YoYo & Dance Performances (Taichung, Taiwan)

• 12:30 PM – 12:50 PM: Nanairo Kimono Show (Oita, Japan)

• 12:55 PM – 1:10 PM: Estilo Peruano and Tusuy Sonqo Perú Dance Group (Lima, Peru)

• 1:15 PM - 1:30 PM: Ballet Folklorico at St. Edwards University

• 1:35 PM – 1:50 PM: Irish Dance Group (Limerick, Ireland)

• 1:55 PM – 2:10 PM: Des Amis Pop (Angers, France)

• 2:15 PM – 2:30 PM: K-Pop Dance Performance (Gwangmyeong, Korea)

• 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Silent Auction Winners Announced

• 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM: Closing Ceremony & Awards

• 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM: VIP Reception

Online Auction Support global connections and cultural exchange while scoring some amazing deals! Our online auction is live, featuring exclusive items and experiences you won’t want to miss, including: Two SXSW Interactive Badges, Gift Cards, Passes to local entertainment spots, and much more!
Bid now and support a great cause - every dollar helps us foster international relationships, citizen diplomacy, and global arts and culture! Auction closes on November 15th at 3 pm. https://givebutter.com/c/jZ1f73

Festival Volunteers also needed! We’re looking for friendly faces to assist with activities, set-up and tear-down, and helping our Festival run smoothly for our attending families -- a certificate of volunteer service will be provided! Sign up here.

Parking for City Hall and Austin Public Library

A special Thank You to Austin Public Library and our Partners and Sponsors for your support!

Austin Public Library | City of Austin | Austin Community College International Programs | Sister Cities International

Festival sponsorship inquiries: chair@austinsistercities.com

Festival questions/Media inquiries: communications@austinsistercities.com

 November 1 – Ribbon Cutting: Las Calaveras de la Calle 5

Celebrate the unveiling of this colorful public artwork with French artist Valérie Chaussonnet who works in collaboration with Mexic-Arte Museum on this installation.
 Downtown Austin
 More details here »

 October 25 – Creole Cultural Celebration

 Saturday, October 25 | 1–4 PM
 Austin Public Library – Hampton Branch at Oak Hill

Step into the rhythms, flavors, and languages of the Creole-speaking world. Enjoy mini language classes, taste Creole cuisine, and explore cultural traditions with representatives from Haiti, St. Lucia, Mauritius, Louisiana, and France. A perfect afternoon of music, food, learning, and community!

Austin–Angers will proudly take part in Austin’s largest and longest-running Día de los Muertos celebration!
==>Click here to join us during the parade 
 Learn more here »

Mexic-Arte Museum’s 42nd Annual Viva La Vida Festival and Parade is Austin’s largest and longest-running Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) event. Co-presented by the Austin Convention Center and the City of Austin, this year’s festival will take place on Saturday, October 25, at 4th Street and Congress Avenue. The festivities begin with a Grand Procession at noon. Festival activities run until 6 p.m

Turkish Food Festival hosted by Raindrop Foundation Austin.

Austin-Antalya Sister Cities

 Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
 Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
 Venue: Raindrop Foundation Austin
2650 Gattis School Rd.
Round Rock, TX 78664

The festival will feature:

A wide variety of delicious Turkish foods 

Fun activities for kids 

A warm and welcoming community spirit 

It’s a free-entry event, and we would love to see you there to share in the flavors, culture, and friendship that make this day so special.

Join Austin–Lima Sister Cities and Cine Las Americas for a special one-night screening of REINAS (QUEENS), the acclaimed Peruvian film captivating audiences worldwide.

Friday, September 26 | 6:45PM
The Rosette (3908 Avenue B, Ste. 116, ATX 78751)
Film in Spanish with English subtitles | Limited seating. 

REINAS tells the story of two sisters preparing to leave Peru with their mother, forcing their estranged father to confront his role before it’s too late. A moving portrait of love, identity, and second chances, the film offers a powerful glimpse of contemporary Peru.

This screening also kicks off PERÚ UNVEILED: A Celebration of Heritage & Arts — a two-day festival at the Austin Central Library, Sept. 27–28, with music, dance, films, cooking demos, children’s theater, and more for Hispanic Heritage Month.

GET YOUR MOVIE TICKETS NOW here!

Celebrate friendship, culture, and community—Austin & Oita style!

Oita Japan Festival!

Saturday, September 20, 2025, 12 - 6 pm, doors open at 11:45 am

Location: The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX 78704

The tenth annual Oita Japan Festival #OitaATX is hosted by the Austin-Oita Sister City Committee (AOSCC) to celebrate Austin's Japanese Sister City, Oita.

This family-friendly festival includes Japanese food, kids' activities, cultural education and more. 🇯🇵🇺🇸
Buy tickets at https://www.austinoita.org/2025-oita-japan-festival

Volunteer and attend for FREE at https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/413290328096/false#/invitation

Austin-Saltillo Sister Cities Association (ASSCA), in collaboratión with the Mexican Consulate in Austin, Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation, the City of Austin, Garcia Injury Law, Casa Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant & Cantina y Texas Gas Services, cordially invites the Austin metropolitan area and Central Texas to attend the La Fiesta del Grito de la Independencia de México from 6 to 9 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 15 at Republic Square Park, 422 Guadalupe Street.

This free event marks the 215th anniversary of the beginning of the independence of Mexico. The highlight of the evening will be when Cónsul General of México Humberto Hernández Haddad reenacts the cry for independence.

Entertainment will feature the Roy Lozano Ballet Folklórico, Mariachi Capital and other bands. The event will include a Mexican artisan mercado; a community resource fair with information on health care, immigration and the Texas, Mexico and Austin shared history; as well as children’s activities.

RSVP for free tickets HERE.

Support the Austin-Oita Sister City Committee at Lucky Robot!

Thursday, August 21, 4:30-9:30 pm
1303 South Congress, Austin, TX 78704

Enjoy delicious food and drinks while supporting international friendship! 20% of sales will be donated to AOSCC's Education Fund when you mention AOSCC when you order. Happy Hour menu is not included.

Book a Reservation: https://www.opentable.com/r/lucky-robot-austin

Welcome to the Austin-Adelaide Sister Cities 42nd Anniversary Celebration!

Come join us at Aussie's Grill & Beach Bar for and evening of fun, food, and friendship as we celebrate the strong bond between Austin and Adelaide. Enjoy a great atmosphere to mingle with fellow city supporters.

Don't miss out on this special event where we honor the longstanding partnership between our two cities. Let's raise a toast to 42 years of cultural exchange and collaboration!

Austin Saltillo Sister Cities Association (ASSCA) invites Austin area artists to participate in the 2025 Mexican Independence Day Poster Contest with the winning image to be used in the event publicity for the 2025 “El Grito” Event.

The reenactment of Mexican Independence Day is slated for Sept. 15 at Republic Park Square, 422 Guadalupe Street. The poster contest winner will receive $1,000 and the submission deadline is Monday, June 30.

The Sept. 15 event, sponsored by ASSCA, the Mexican Consulate of Austin and the Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation, celebrates Mexican Independence Day with a community festival together with music, dance, vendors and the traditional Cry of Dolores given by the Mexican Consul Humberto Hernández Haddad.

The winning entry should visually document the significance of the Mexican Independence Day and its heroes in creating a free and sovereign Mexican nation.. The contest is open to individuals living in the Austin Metropolitan Area who are 18 years and older. Employees, judges, and immediate family members of the sponsors or organizing committee are not eligible to participate.

Learn More & Apply at: https://www.austinsaltillo.com/el-grito-2025

Tech Ranch is honored to host the Innovations to Rebuild Ukraine conference, a pivotal event led by U-Nation Global as they officially launch their global platform right here in Austin, Texas.

As Ukraine rises with resilience, it is also becoming a live innovation testbed—attracting global technology and investment to drive its recovery. This event marks a major milestone in that journey, as U-Nation unveils new projects and partnerships developed throughout the year, for the first time on a global stage.

Conference Focus Areas:

• Agriculture & Food

• Construction & Smart Cities

• MedTech & Rehabilitation

• Energy & Critical Minerals

• Trade & Logistics

• IT & Software

• Advanced Manufacturing & Automotive

We invite tech leaders, investors, founders, and visionary entrepreneurs to join us in shaping the next chapter of Ukraine’s recovery through innovation, collaboration, and global community building.

Register here

Austin Angers Sister Cities's annual Fête de la musique 2025! 

On June 21st, from 5-11pm, we invite you to Canopy Austin on Springdale Rd. for an unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as we showcase the rich musical traditions shared between Austin and Angers. Indulge your taste buds with delectable French cuisine from our esteemed independent food vendors and savor a special event cocktail created exclusively for this joyous occasion. Don't miss this unique opportunity to embrace the spirit of music and international camaraderie. Mark your calendars and be prepared for a festive evening.

You are invited to an ASCI Social Happy Hour on Wednesday, June 18th from 5pm - 7pm at Central Machine Works! 4824 E Cesar Chavez St. Austin, TX 78702

Everyone is welcome -  ASCI members and the public! Join us in an informal setting to connect, share ideas, learn about ASCI , and get involved.

ASCI will provide a few appetizers, and attendees responsible for their drinks and additional purchases.

Kick off the library's annual Summer Adventure with an interactive performance by Diversity Band, featuring drums from across the world. Learn about the instruments and cultures they come from. This event is recommended for ages 5 and older. 

Come join Austin-Antalya Sister Cities for a day full of flavor, culture, and fun!

The Turkish Food and Craft Festival is back and you’re invited to experience the rich tastes and traditions of Turkey—right here in Round Rock!

Date: Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Raindrop Foundation Austin
2650 Gattis School Rd, Round Rock, TX 78664
Entry: FREE!

Bring your family and friends to enjoy:
 • Delicious Turkish food (baklava, döner, Turkish tea, and more!)
 • Handcrafted art & cultural displays
 • Kids activities and family fun
 • A vibrant, welcoming atmosphere!

Questions? Contact us at: austin@raindropaustin.org

Don’t miss this cultural celebration!
#TurkishFestival #AustinEvents #FamilyFun #TurkishFood #RaindropAustin #RoundRockTX

Join Mexic-Arte Museum and us at Republic Square on May 3 for La Fête de Cinco de Mayo - a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of Mexican and French cultures! Experience the rich intersection of traditions through engaging activities, games, performances and various food and art vendors.

It’s a day of culture, connection and creativity you won’t want to miss!

The 2025 International Tour of Taiwan Gourmet Cuisine will be held in Austin on April 27th, and registration and reservations are now open.

In order to assist the Taiwanese catering industry in promoting Taiwanese cuisine, the Overseas Chinese Affairs Council  OCAC of Taiwan specially organized the "2025 International Tour of Taiwan Gourmet Cuisine” which is once again coming to Austin and is hosted by the Austin-Taichung Sister City Committee (ATSC).

The cooking event themed "Taiwanese cuisine, chefs serve!", will be held on Sunday, April 27, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (event starts at 5 p.m.) at Chinatown Restaurant (3407 Greystone Dr. Austin, TX 78731).

The cooking lecture was given by Master Chef Lian Aiqing from Taiwan, who has extensive teaching and practical experience. She is currently a cooking teacher of the Department of Applied Sciences at the Chinese Culture University and has participated in many Taiwanese food promotion activities in North America. This time, she will team up with well-known cookware demonstration teacher Chef Du Lijuan to demonstrate their best dishes, and work with the chefs of Chinatown Restaurant to launch several classic Taiwanese delicacies for the guests attending the event to enjoy.

In addition to food demonstrations, the lecture will also include the teaching of cooking secrets and techniques, with rich and practical content. It also allows all guests to enjoy the high-end food of Chinatown Restaurant immediately. We hope this event will bring an unforgettable evening of gourmet feast to the distinguished guests.

The Taiwan Food Cooking Tour is open to the public. Friends who love Taiwanese cuisine are welcome to sign up and participate. The fee is $75 per person. Due to venue limitations, the number of tables open to the public is limited to 5 tables (50 people) and will be open on a first-come, first-served basis. Dress code: business casual. We welcome guests who are willing to support and sponsor the Taiwan Food Cooking Tour Lecture. We will provide priority seats. For those who sponsor $1,000, we will give 5 seats and other souvenirs. For those who sponsor $500, we will give 2 seats and other souvenirs.

Contact and registration: Please contact Chairman of Austin-Taichung Sister City Committee Steven Yau by April 25th via Line or text, 512-299-6079.

Austin- Gwangmyeong Sister Cities invites you to the 72nd Anniversary of ROK-U.S. Alliance: A Special Photo Exhibition Invitation.

This event is hosted by the PUAC Houston Chapter and will take place at the Texas Military Forces Museum (3038 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703) on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, from 10:30 am to 4 pm.

A commemorative ceremony will be held at 11 am in the Hall of Honor inside the Texas Military Forces Museum.

Free and open to the public.

The Meet the Mayors series at the LBJ School brings together the Mayors building the cities of the future.

Urban Lab Director, Steven Pedigo, is joined by Greater Manchester's Andy Burnham to discuss Greater Manchester's commitment to improving public transport, economic growth, and skills development for young people. 

Date and Time

March 10, 2025, 12:15 to 1:45 p.m

Location

LBJ School - SRH 3.122

Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-the-mayors-greater-manchesters-andy-burnham-tickets-1206081555399?aff=oddtdtcreator

The Central Texas Learning Festival is back for a second year! From Wednesday March 5th through Sunday March 9th there will be free opportunities to learn something new across our region. The Central Texas Learning Festival is organized by the community for the community and is a celebration of learning in all of its forms. Join your neighbors in building a culture of learning in our region. Check out the schedule at ctxlearningfestival.com to see all the free learning experiences that will be offered in 2025 including activities by our Austin-Limerick Sister Cities!

Join Austin-Koblenz Sister Cities for a FREE Family friendly Karneval!

 Face painting, Raffles, Wheel of fortune, Costume contest, Crafts

Live performances – including the famous Austin Männerballett

Authentic German Karneval music
Sing-alongs, Polonaise, and repeat-after-me songs
Weiberfassnacht

... and everything else we've had the pleasure to bring to you for now seven years!

Karneval first-timers can check out the high-energy, fun-filled German tradition they can expect here.

 Parking is FREE and food trucks will ensure your physical well-being along Austin Beerworks craft brews.

All ages are welcome, rain or shine, in the covered outdoor beer garden 

Sunday, March 2, 1 - 3pm 

 Austin Beerworks - Sprinkle Valley  | 10300 Springdale Road | Austin, Texas

RSVPs and donations will be greatly appreciated and will benefit the 100% volunteer-run Austin-Koblenz Sister Cities Committee to support student exchanges and citizen diplomacy. 

Get ready for a närrische time and join us as we celebrate the friendship between Austin and our sister city in Germany.

Kendra Scott Give Back benefitting ASCI

Friday, December 6th, 5pm - 7pm

1701 S. Congress Ave.

Shop to support citizen diplomacy and international relationships!

Join Austin Sister Cities International at the South Congress Kendra Scott store on Friday, December 6th from 5pm -7pm or shop online and 20% of purchase benefits ASCI.

Shop online Friday, December 6th, 12am - Saturday, December 7th, 11:59pm using the online code GIVEBACK-IDZSU.

Join Austin-Angers Sister Cities for a magnifique evening of music and cultural celebration at the Fête de la musique 2024! On June 21st, from 6-10pm, we invite you to The Colton House on South Congress for an unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as we showcase the rich musical traditions shared between Austin and Angers. Indulge your taste buds with delectable French cuisine from our esteemed independent food vendors and savor a special event cocktail created exclusively for this joyous occasion.

Tickets on sale now: https://givebutter.com/FetedelaMusique24