ATXplained Live + ATXpo
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ATXplained Live + ATXpo is what happens when smart journalism, live storytelling, and a city obsessed with itself all meet on one big stage.
KUT’s award-winning ATXplained project is leveling up for a one-night-only experience, turning the questions Austinites ask every day into a live show packed with personality. You’ve heard the stories on the radio and seen them online, but ATXplained Live adds a whole new dimension with on-stage reporting, vivid visuals, and a few surprises the newsroom absolutely won’t spoil in advance.
- Brand-new stories inspired by real questions from the Austin community, brought to life by the KUT reporters you already know by voice.
- Multimedia storytelling that mixes words, images, and live performance to help you see the city from fresh angles.
- Unforgettable “aha” moments about Austin’s history, quirks, debates, and characters that make you say, “I had no idea.”
Before the lights go down for the show, the party kicks off with ATXpo, a pre-event hangout that turns the plaza into a mini festival of all things Austin.
- Live music on the plaza to set the mood before you head into the hall.
- Local businesses and vendors showcasing their goods, so you can browse and shop while you mingle.
- Community organizations like Meals on Wheels Central Texas and partners such as H-E-B sharing how they support the city.
- Tasty samples from around town to keep your energy up while you explore.
ATXpo begins at 6:00 p.m., giving you time to wander, snack, and soak in the vibes before settling in for an evening of stories that decode the city you live in. It’s part live journalism, part civic love letter, and part night out with your favorite radio station.
If you’re curious about how Austin came to be the wonderfully weird place it is today—and you like your learning with a side of fun—ATXplained Live + ATXpo is your kind of night.