Austin Weekend Guide: Silent Disco, NYE Celebration, More

AUSTIN, TX — The last weekend of 2019 is here, and if you're looking for memorable events and activities, you won't want to miss checking out what we have lined up for you this weekend to make it one for the books.

Saturday, Dec. 28 beginning at 12:30 p.m.

• Reuse Series - Junk Journal Workshop at Recycled Reads: Are you curious to try making a "Junk Journal"? Stop by Sam Beckerman's crafting workshop to make the beautiful form of art from reused materials. Space is limited, so RSVP HERE. Event is FREE. Recycled Reads, 5335 Burnet Rd., Austin, TX 78756

Saturday, Dec. 28 at 3 p.m.

• Love Talk: An event based on the ideas listed in the book, "Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life" by Marshall B. Rosenberg, Love Talk will let you explore how to have your heart understood by others, and how to hear others hearts as well. Topics discussed include the importance of human needs; what's in a feeling?; appreciation vs. praise; asking for what we want; the power of the eyes (observation); hearing others; and keeping inner peace. This event is FREE, but donations are welcome. Attendees are asked to please RSVP HERE and update if your plans chance. The group will be in the cafe, so be on the lookout for the sign with group name on it. Central Market, 4477 South Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78745

Saturday, Dec. 28 beginning at 9 p.m.

• One Big Dar Room - Beetlejuice Celebration: It's the last Saturday of the year, so why not come out and celebrate all things Beetlejuice to make it one to remember? Come dressed as your favorite character, or wear your best black clothing. DJ's Crescendoll & Neph are hosts for the night, special guest DJ g3n3s1s of Das Machine will also be there. Come out for a special group dance to Banana Boat Song (Day O), and just before midnight you'll get to say his name 3 times to see if he appears. Special Go-Go Dancers will join the celebration, as well. $12 advance tickets/$16 door. For more click HERE. Elysium, 705 Red River St., Austin, TX 78701

Saturday, Dec. 28 at 10 p.m.

• Silent Disco at the Highball: Make it a memorable final weekend of the year with a dance party like no other! Highball will host a Silent Disco featuring different DJ's spinning three style of music from across the decades (70's, 80's, 90's and today). A silent disco lets you dance to music transmitted via wireless headphones, with the freedom to switch channels to create your ultimate dance play list. Headphones provided, event is FREE. For more click HERE. The Highball, 1120 South Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78704

Sunday, Dec. 29 at 12 p.m.

• Bollywood RIDE at TruFusion: Lights, camera, ACTION! Take a trip with to Bollywood where you'll experience new music with great beats, rhythm, and dance! It's time to try something new! First time at TruFusion? Your class is free! Please be sure to fill out our official liability waiver prior to arriving to class using this link. For more click HERE. TruFusion Austin, 4211 South Lamar Blvd., Austin, Texas 78745

Sunday, Dec. 29 at 2 p.m.

• CANNAROCK - Celebrating CBD Enthusiasts: Interest District Co. and Come and Take It Productions bring you the first ever CannaRock -- A Pop-Up CBD Celebration! Celebrate the local CBD community and a successful year of growth, advocacy, and appreciation for the CBD industry in Austin, TX. CBD samples, live music performances, art installations, raffles/giveaways, food trucks! Tickets $10. For more click HERE. Come and Take It Live, 2015 E. Riverside Dr., Bldg. 4, Austin, TX 78741

Sunday, Dec. 29 at 8 p.m.

• Speakeasy's Renowned B.A.R.E.N.Y.E Party 2019: What is BARENYE? BARENYE stands for Bar And Restaurant Employee New Year’s Eve. This pre-party is for all the service industry employees or anyone else who wants to come out to pre-party for New Year’s Eve. ANYONE and EVERYONE is welcome! Speakeasy is located at 412 D Congress Ave. in the heart of the Warehouse District.This is the perfect party for anyone that can't make it out for New Year's Eve. We will recreate all the New Year's Eve Celebrations a day early. Speakeasy is transformed into a New Year’s Mecca with hats, horns, balloons, decorated tables, disco ball, and live entertainment. The club will be featuring sounds from Type A and DJ ToddyB! BARENYE will also comprise of a countdown at midnight, champagne toast, balloon drops, giveaways and much more. Come enjoy some gifts and entertainment and ring in the Pre-New Year at Speakeasy! This event is FREE. For more click HERE. Speakeasy, 412 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701

For more events, be sure and check out the Austin Patch Events Calendar.