Monday

MLK Community March. Celebrate Dr. King’s legacy while uplifting diversity and multi-culturalism in our city. March with other community members from the MLK statue on the UT campus to the south steps of the Capitol and finally Huston-Tillotson university for a celebratory festival and food drive. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Begins at 305 East 23rd Street, ends at 804 Chalmers Ave. mlkcelebration.com.

Torchy’s Tacos grand opening party. The newest location of the Austin taco chain will offer free tacos, snacks and family-friendly entertainment featuring a live performance from the Lost Pines. Did we mention there will be free tacos? 6-9 p.m. Torchy’s Tacos – South Congress, 1822 South Congress Ave. torchystacos.com.

Tuesday

Astronomy on Tap. This monthly series kicks off the year with topics requested by the audience. Attendees will grab a beer and learn about dark matter, how we know it exists and how scientists are searching for it throughout the universe. The founder and director of the Art. Science. Gallery will also speak about astronomy in art. 7:30-9:30 p.m. The North Door, 502 Brushy Street. ndvenue.com.

Wednesday

A conversation with Ed Ruscha. One of the most acclaimed artists working today, Ruscha will discuss his life and work to celebrate the opening of his collection at the Harry Ransom Center. A reception will follow. 6-8 p.m. Blanton Museum of Art, 200 East Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. blantonmuseum.org.

Thursday

Third Thursday at the Blanton. Public programs like yoga, live music and in-depth tours take place throughout the day to welcome non-members to explore all the museum has to offer. Attendees can also look forward to a conversation with San Antonio-born artist Donald Moffett. Check the website for specific times. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Blanton Museum of Art, 200 East Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. blantonmuseum.org.

Sunday

Octavitas Celebration. Los Reyes Magos (The Three Kings) come to Austin to celebrate Octavitas with family-friendly song and Puerto Rican Folkloric Dance performances. Los Reyes will also give an award to someone making a significant contribution in the Texas Boricua community. 2-5 p.m. Puerto Rican Folkloric Dance and Cultural Center, 701 Tillery Street. 512-251-8122, prfdance.org.