The big event of this weekend is the epic Showdown at Unobtanium. Whether you like Steampunk or are just a fan of real mad scientists, this is a weekend of fun you shouldn’t miss. For the rest of the week, enjoy this month’s Nerd Nite (at Central Market instead of the usual ND location), the monthly Sci-Fi and Fantasy Social, oodles of boardgames, and, for the TwiHards, an all day long movie marathon.
Showdown at Unobtanium: Tesla Versus Edison
Nov 10 - 11
The Ball Farm
119 Redbird Ln.; Dale, TX
Join your fellow geeks for Austin’s signature Steampunk event! The Showdown at Unobtainium 2012: Tesla vs. Edison is an innovative event: open (community) sourced, highly entertaining and amusing, educational and intellectual, and wholly immersive. It's a science, arts and music extravaganza married to a Comic Con and underpinned by a "virtual world made physical" approach employed by Renaissance festivals. The event's "spiritual" heart is all about innovation, STEAM in education, DIY, and entrepreneurial thinking. There’ll be music, vendors, interactive exhibits, and a chance to see Tesla and Edison in a shockingly epic duel.
Monthly Sci-Fi and Fantasy Social
Nov 9, 7:00 p.m.
Draught House Pub & Brewery
4112 Medical Pkwy
Join the Austin Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Club for their laid back monthly pub night.
Nocturnis-Amtgard Park Day
Nov 10, 2:30 p.m.
Brushy Creek Park
3300 Brushy Creek Rd.
Cedar Park, TX
If the SCA has too much authenticity and LARP’s don’t let you get violent enough, check out this boffer sword fighting group. If you’re not familiar, boffer swords are usually made from PVC coated with foam and duct tape with a nice cloth cover. People get together to beat on one another, drink, and go camping. If you’re an outdoorsy geek looking for some good exercise, check them out.
Doctor Who Fan Club of Austin
Nov 10, 3:00 p.m.
Join to learn the location
Enjoy a classic Tom Baker (4th Doctor) episode while meeting other local Whovians.
Geeks Who Drink Meetup
Nov 10, 9:00 p.m.
Opal Divine’s Marina
12709 Mopac
Trivia lovers can join a team for the chance to show off their smarts and win free drinks.
The Walking Dead Watch Party
Nov 11, 8:00 p.m.
Stomping Grounds Cocktail Lounge
3801 S. Congress Ave
Join the Austin Fantasy and Science Fiction Book Club for another trip to post-apocalyptic Atlanta.
Girl Geeks of Austin Board Games and Brews
Nov 12, 7:00 p.m.
Black Star Co-Op
7020 Easy Wind Dr
Enjoy some microbrewery beers along with Euro style boardgames in the company of your fellow geek girls.
Girl Geeks of Austin Nerdy Knitting and Fiber Arts
Nov 13, 8:00 p.m.
Genuine Joe’s Coffee House
2001 W. Anderson Lane
Enjoy a laid back night of knitting, crochet, embroidery, or whatever fibercraft you love in the company of your fellow nerd girls.
Pathfinder Society Meetup
Nov 12, 7:00 p.m.
Dragon's Lair Comics & Fantasy
6111 Burnet Rd
Looking for some new faces around the gaming table? Delve into ancient dungeons, uncover lost knowledge, and advance the secret goals of your faction--whether it be the freedom-fighting Andorans, the good-hearted Silver Crusade, the shady dealings of the Sczarni, or the strict laws of Cheliax--and gain experience and loot for your character no matter where you game!
South Austin Game Night and Boards and Brews Meetup
Nov 13, 6:00 p.m.
Rockin Tomato
3003 S. Lamar
This weekly gathering of gamers regularly hosts over 40 people playing a dozen different games. New people are always welcome.
Nerd Nite Austin: Foodies
Nov 14, 7:00 p.m.
Central Market
4001 N. Lamar Blvd
Nerd Nite 40 will be a Foodie Nite and we are hosting it Central Market on north Lamar! The weather is supposed to be great and we will be on the patio. The cafe will be serving food and drinks themed around our speakers. All three speakers are well known in the local food scene and I still can't believe they all agreed. It is going to be a scrumptious Nerd Nite - with ample parking. We return to our homefield the ND in December.
Central Texas Boardgames Meetup
Nov 14, 7:00 p.m.
Wonko's Toys & Games
13776 N. Highway 183 #116
Boardgaming isn’t limited to south Austin. If you live up north, join the Central Texas Boardgames Meetup at Wonko’s Games. They have a library of a couple hundred games and plenty of people happy to play them with you
The Princess Bride Quote-Along with Chris Sarandon (Prince Humperdink)
Nov 14, 8:00 p.m.
Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar
1120 S. Lamar Blvd
The Action Pack challenges you to a duel of words with our PRINCESS BRIDE Quote-Along! Join Westley as he duels Vizzini and his crew, braves the dangers of the fire swamp, and overcomes death for true love. We'll have all your favorite lines subtitled up on screen karaoke-style for your quoting pleasure, swords for everyone to fight and dramatically switch hands with, as well as a Rescue Princess Buttercup game before the show. So lace up your boots, draw your swords, and prepare for a miracle because this is true love. You think this happens every day?
Twilight Saga Marathon
Nov 15, Noon
Alamo Drafthouse
4 Locations
We know you Twihards can't get enough of this series so we're not only showing the latest installment, but also the first four films leading up to the midnight premiere! Here's your chance to sparkle with your friends through all five movies back-to-back on the big screen! It's easy, just purchase one all-inclusive ticket and on November 15th you will get to watch the first four films in the TWILIGHT SAGA as well as a 10pm screening of BREAKING DAWN: PART 2. So leave your shame at the door, grab your favorite blanket and pillow and get ready to experience the phenomenon in all its glittery vampire and shirtless werewolf glory. Your ticket will include a screening of ALL films including BREAKING DAWN: PART 2.
Werewolves of the Dark Arts
Nov 15, 7:00 p.m.
Whose Turn Is It? Games
2708 S Lamar Blvd #100b
Join Austin’s Redditors for some offline fun playing the ever popular game Werewolves of the Dark Arts. It’s a fun, fast, social game that’s easy to learn while also socializing with your fellow geeks.
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