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View Full Post Best Of: Spring Music Events in Austin

Published: 3/15/2019

The live music scene is always in full swing in Austin, with some venues featuring one or two shows a night, but there's nothing like spring in the Live Music Capital of the World®. As the warm weather arrives and the calendars fill up with festivals, you'll find that many Austinites like to spend their spring evenings on a nice patio with a cool refreshment and a little local entertainment. So, whether you're looking for the full weekend experience or just a shady place to spend an evening, we have all the best spring lineups right here: Ongoing... read more

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View Full Post Discover Austin with local musician Dr. JOE

Published: 3/4/2019

Let musician and Austinite, Dr. JOE , take you on a tour of his hometown that celebrates music, art, food trucks and everything else that makes the Texas capital wonderfully weird. Explore Austin and discover what makes the Live Music Capital of the World® so special, from honky-tonks and dance halls to barbecue and churros. Hear the music, experience the USA. Want to explore Dr. JOE's Austin? Start your day with a walk or run at the Hike and Bike Trail along Lady Bird Lake. Then, go for a stroll down South Congress Avenue , where you can purchase a pair of boots at iconic Allens... read more

Tags: Live Music Eat & Drink Food Trucks True Austin Lady Bird Lake Iconic Austin

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View Full Post 10 Local Artists to Watch at SXSW 2019

Published: 2/25/2019

Showcasing artists from more than 65 countries, SXSW Conference and Festivals offer 10 days of opportunities for visitors, industry attendees and locals to expand their music repertoires. While the SXSW Music Festival showcases 2,000+ artists (560+ of which are international), here are 10 of the many amazing acts that call Austin, the Live Music Capital of the World®, home. Be sure to buy your passes for the festival and explore the full schedule , spanning March 8-17, 2019. Golden Dawn Arkestra. Credit Joseph Riggs. Abhi the Nomad Abhi the Nomad had a big... read more

Tags: SXSW Live Music Festivals Events Spring Winter Downtown Arts & Culture East Austin

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View Full Post Top Things To Do & See on Red River

Published: 1/14/2019

Once home to mostly metal and punk fans, Austin's Red River Cultural District has evolved. Though still edgy, it’s come into its own as a cultural district with a diversity of live music, along with a vast variety of food and drink offerings. Arlo's Food Truck. Credit Robert Nabbe. DINING On this street that never misses a beat, here you can have a love affair with a plate of brisket, enjoy vegan comfort fare and take a cultural culinary trip from continent to continent. Vegans rejoice! Arlo's Truck is 100% vegan and open until 2 a.m. for late-night cravings. The... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods Live Music Red River Eat & Drink Nightlife LGBTQ Downtown

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View Full Post How to Experience Free Week 2019

Published: 1/2/2019

Looking to shake off those post-holiday blues? Red River Cultural District’s Free Week has your cure. This year’s festivities will take place Tuesday, January 1 to Sunday, January 6, 2019 and will feature 180+ local bands in 9+ venues around the city. With so many performances to hear and venues to see, here’s an insider guide to help you make the most out of your Free Week 2019 . Free Week. Courtesy of Do512, credit Roger Ho. Know Your Venues Free Week is a great time to visit Austin or explore deeper if you’re a local. Since there is no cover, you can... read more

Tags: Events Live Music Free Winter Red River Downtown Festivals LGBTQ

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View Full Post Top Holiday Concerts & Shows in Austin

Published: 11/15/2018

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 don’t-miss events! "A Christmas Carol." Courtesy of ZACH Theatre, credit Kirk Tuck. 11/21/18 - 12/30/18 "A Christmas Carol" ZACH Theatre Ring in the holidays by singing along with characters from Charles Dicken's Christmas classic! Enjoy the show as the Cratchit family and three soulful ghosts show... read more

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View Full Post Discover the Live Music Capital of the World®

Published: 10/31/2018

From intimate listening venues to packed dance floors, dive bars to the bright lights of the big stage, Austin has a musical experience for every taste. Austin’s live music scene pervades every corner of the city, day or night. Gritty blues bands, indie rockers, solo singer-songwriters, reggae rhythms — we’ve got it all. The Black Angels at ACL Live at the Moody Theater. Credit Roger Ho. Where to See the Headliners Music is for the masses, and these venues are known for packed dance floors and enthusiastic crowds cheering for more. Throw your rock hands in the air like you... read more

Tags: Live Music Festivals Downtown Red River South Congress East Austin Central

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View Full Post Top Local Artists to Watch at ACL Fest

Published: 9/28/2018

Fall winds are beginning to roll in to Texas and excitement is building as Austinites and music enthusiasts alike count down the days to the 17 th annual Austin City Limits Music Festival (October 5-7 and October 12-14). This year, festival-goers will be looking forward to headliners such as Paul McCartney, Metallica and Arctic Monkeys but locals know to look out for Austin’s own home-grown artists, who are credited with making the city the Live Music Capital of the World®. Credit Charles Reagan Hackleman. Make sure to get you hands on... read more

Tags: Festivals Live Music Zilker Park Fall Events

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View Full Post Viva la Vida Festival & Parade

Published: 9/24/2018

On October 27, join Mexic-Arte Museum in the storied tradition of Día de los Muertos in Austin. During Viva la Vida Festival & Parade , the city's largest and longest-running Día de los Muertos event, visitors will experience a street festival and a parade down the iconic Congress Avenue, bringing together a vibrant and varied mix of traditional, contemporary and weird Austin. Learn more about how to experience this traditional fall celebration in Austin and plan your trip today. About Día de los Muertos A common misconception is that... read more

Tags: Events Fall Family Downtown Multicultural Museums Arts & Culture Festivals Sixth Street

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View Full Post Go Alfresco: 8 Outdoor Music Musts

Published: 8/27/2018

As the days cool down, Austin's patio scene heats up. Don't miss these 8 alfresco music venues during your visit to the Live Music Capital of the World®. From relaxed pet-friendly patio bars and restaurants to venues with outdoor stages and more. Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater Aside from the amazing barbecue, Stubb’s is the best spot to catch an outdoor show from locally and internationally known musicians. Banger’s Sausage and Beer Garden Weekly outdoor music, 100+ craft beers and more sausage varieties than you can imagine, Banger’s is a must-see... read more

Tags: Live Music Rainey Red River Downtown East Austin Pet Friendly Patios Fall Spring Outdoors

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