2026
VIOLET
CROWN
FESTIVAL
Music · Food · Art · Community
TITLE SPONSORS
Want to support a free, family-friendly neighborhood event?
Become a Sponsor →VOLUNTEER
The Violet Crown Festival runs on community love — and we need your help! Sign up to volunteer on May 2, 2026 and get an exclusive VCF t-shirt as our thank-you.
Shifts are available throughout the day. Whether you're helping with setup, greeting guests, or assisting at the BBQ cook-off — every hand makes a difference.
SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER →
OUR
NEIGHBORHOOD
CELEBRATION
The Violet Crown Festival is hosted by Violet Crown Community Works, a non-profit bringing together the Brentwood, Crestview, and surrounding neighborhoods for a day of creativity, flavor, and community spirit.
Admission is free — and every dollar raised goes toward neighborhood improvements, specifically Phase 2 of the Brentwood Park playground. Come for the fun, stay for the community.
THE CAUSE
All proceeds — including BBQ cook-off ticket sales — fund Phase 2 of the Brentwood Park playground. Make a donation day-of to help build something lasting for our kids.
LIVE
MUSIC
ALL DAY
Mi Casa Es Tu Casa
Rising Ivy
Paragon Ukes & Community Playlist
Dom Francis
Dale Watson
The Avocados
Two-Legged Dog
BBQ BRISKET
COOK-OFF
10 neighborhood teams battle it out for the title of Best Beef Brisket in the Neighborhood. You're the judge!
HOW IT WORKS
10 Teams Compete
Neighborhood teams smoke their best beef brisket all morning long.
Sample & Vote
Attendees taste all 10 briskets and cast their vote for the best.
Crown the Champion
The team with the most votes wins the coveted Violet Crown trophy!
ART
MARKET
Browse and shop from 25+ local neighborhood vendors showcasing the best of Austin's creative community. Every item is handmade, one-of-a-kind, and made with love.
From hand-thrown ceramics and wire-wrapped gemstone jewelry to upcycled bicycle-part art and botanical candles — there's something for every taste and budget.
FOOD &
DRINKS
🎟 Food for Purchase
All food and drinks are available for purchase from our vendors. Bring cash or card — there's something delicious for everyone, including the kids!
KIDS'
ACTIVITIES
The Violet Crown Festival is a free, family-friendly event with tons of activities designed to keep the little ones entertained all day long. Bring the whole family — dogs welcome too!
MAKE A
DONATION
The Violet Crown Festival is a free event made possible by the generosity of our community. Every donation goes directly toward Phase 2 of the Brentwood Park playground — building something lasting for our kids and neighbors.
🛝 Donate to the Playground FundViolet Crown Community Works is a registered non-profit. Donations can also be made day-of at the festival.
@VIOLETCROWNFEST
First Saturday in May 🌸 Violet Crown Festival is coming — Brentwood Park, 10AM to 5PM. Mark your calendars and join in the fun!
The 2026 Violet Crown Festival returns to Brentwood Park on May 2 with a full day of music, food, art, and neighborhood fun.
Violet Crown Festival is FREE to attend, it's FAMILY-FRIENDLY, and most importantly, it's FUN! 🎉