Looking to get your dancing shoes on? Austin's unique nightlife experience has a flavor all its own. Since the '80s, when the city's new wave and punk scene lit up the dirt floors of the legendary Liberty Bell venue, Austin's appetite for electronic dance music and club culture has never faded. From…
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Austin is one of the top cities to visit in the United States, and it's no surprise considering the amount of things to do, see and eat. Whether you want to cool off with a quick dip in a spring-fed pool or embrace the live music and nightlife scene, it's nearly impossible to get bored in this…
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Where do you start when there are so many things to do, eat, and see in Austin? Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a full week of exploration, we've pulled together the essential experiences — landmarks, food, live music, outdoor adventures, and more — so you can spend less time planning…
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As the Live Music Capital of the World®, Austin offers good times and great tunes to everyone who visits, regardless of their age. In fact, checking out a performance counts among the best things to do in Austin when you’re under 21. Teens can find family-friendly live music at concert venues…
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In the Live Music Capital of the World®, you’ll find a dizzying array of outdoor venues offering everything from bluegrass and indie to Latin and soul. Visit Austin’s lush downtown parks, hidden hot spots and repurposed spaces like a car garage and airplane hangar to hear music in unusual and…
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The long-awaited SXSW Conference and Festivals makes its highly anticipated return to stages across Austin on March 12-18, 2026. The SXSW Music Festival brings together artists, industry professionals and music aficionados from around the world to network, enhance their careers and celebrate the…
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The music that built Austin’s sterling reputation as the Live Music Capital of the World® derives from cultures that immigrated to Central Texas from all over the globe. In fact, after nearly a decade of growing popularity of foreign-inspired music, the term “world beat” was popularized by Dan Del…
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As the Live Music Capital of the World®, Austin, Texas doesn't fall short on places to experience all different styles of music. In particular, East Austin is home to many venues that are full of character, both new and old. Locals and visitors flock to the east side every day of the week to get…
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Looking to shake off those post-holiday blues? Red River Cultural District’s Free Week has your cure. The festivities will take place on January 9-10, 2026 and will feature a myriad of local bands in 14 venues around the city. With so many performances to hear and venues to see, here’s an insider…
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Austin is bringing back some festive traditions featuring amazing live music and spirited performances. If you haven’t experienced the holidays in Austin, see below for some of this season’s can't-miss events! "A Christmas Carol." Courtesy of ZACH…
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