1 / Savor the Pair It with the Claret Chili Cook Off

Sample bites from more than 20 chili competitors at this beloved annual event at Spicewood Vineyards. The party includes live music, food trucks, and a free glass of wine for every attendee. Snag your tickets ahead of time for a $5 discount. (And please, plan a safe ride home!) Feb. 28, 1 p.m., 1419 County Road 409, Spicewood

 

2 / See Aaron Behrens Live

Rock out for a good cause during this intimate HAAM benefit, which features performances by Aaron Behrens of Ghostland Observatory along with Kelly Green of Madam Radar and Marco Gutierrez of West Texas Exiles. The event is hosted at a private Central Texas residence and includes complimentary drinks. Feb. 26, 7 p.m., private location

 

3 / NASCAR at COTA

Zoom, zoom! Watch all the action live as NASCAR rolls into Circuit of The Americas this weekend. Catch practice and qualifying races at the track before the main event, DuraMAX Texas Grand Prix, which kicks off on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. Feb. 27-March 1, various times, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd., Del Valle

 

4 / Support a Good Cause at the Envision Gala

Dress to the nines and dance the night away during Wonders & Worries’ enchanting gala at the JW Marriott Austin. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the nonprofit provides free professional support to children and teens who are navigating a parent’s serious illness or injury. Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m., 110 E. Second St.

 

5 / Get Your Pets Spayed and Neutered for Free

To maintain animal welfare in the capital city, Austin Animal Services and Greater Good Charities are hosting a free spay and neuter event from Thursday to Monday for owned pets. For animals who undergo surgery, free vaccinations, flea and tick treatment, and microchips are included. Registration and drop-off times are between 6 and 10 a.m. daily. Proof of residency in Travis County is required. Feb. 26-March 2, 11580 Stonehollow Drive, Suite 160

 

6 / Drink Wine at the The 100% Texas Tasting Experience

Swirl, sniff, and sniff at this spirited Texas Wine Growers event in Fredericksburg, which features samples of 20 wines that use 100% Texas-grown grapes. In addition to all the vino, guests can enjoy meats, breads, salsas, pickles, and sweets from across our state. March 1, 12 p.m., 1411 Lower Crabapple Road, Fredericksburg

 

7 / Watch Tennis at the ATX Open

Don’t miss all the world-class action at ATX Open, the largest women’s professional sporting event in Austin. The WTA tournament has a 32-player singles draw and 16-team doubles draw at the Westwood Country Club. Confirmed participants include Venus Williams, Jelena Ostapenko, and defending champion Jessica Pegula. Through March 1, various times, 3808 W. 35th St.