Kick off your holiday season at the annual Austin Area Jazz Festival! The 2019 festival begins on Friday, November 29 with An Intimate Evening of Jazz at the Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex (MYEC), from 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.; doors open at 7 p.m. The festival continues with a day-long outdoor…
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There’s truly something for everyone in Austin. Whether you’re looking for live music, must-see museums, authentic Texas cuisine, scenic outdoor adventures or family-friendly fun, our city offers it all. Here are 50 of the best things to do in Austin to kick-start your trip. The White Horse…
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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 18 th annual Austin City Limits Music Festival (October 4-6 and October 11-13, 2019). This year, festival-goers will be looking forward to headliners such as…
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One of the best ways to experience Austin is by attending one (or more!) of its many festivals. The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival is one of the largest live music events in the country, taking the famed "Austin City Limits" TV series outside the studio and into scenic Zilker Park. In 2019…
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By day, lifelong Austinite Stephanie Bergara is the Music Program Coordinator for the City of Austin Music & Entertainment Division. But by night, she's the lead singer of Bidi Bidi Banda, an all-star tribute band playing the music of Selena. We sat down with Bergara, a local musician and music…
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Looking for the best dive bars in Austin, Texas? Head to these spots, where the drinks are stiff, the locals are friendly and the live music and jukeboxes play all night long. We’ve listed 20 down-home Austin bars to get your night started, from the best dive bars on 6th Street and around downtown…
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Another summer in Austin means another year of amazing local talent on display for free at Hot Summer Nights in the Red River Cultural District. This year’s Hot Summer Nights will take place Thursday, July 25 to Sunday, July 28, 2019. More than 20 free concerts will hit some of Austin’s top venues:…
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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…
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Austin is known for its diverse live music scene that proudly celebrates homegrown talent. And you can catch performances nearly anywhere in town, from an intimate shady patio to a huge concert in a city park. We’ve pulled together suggestions for some of the can’t-miss music series and festivals…
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There is always a show going on somewhere in the Live Music Capital of the World® and May, Latino Music Month, is no exception. From Cinco de Mayo celebrations and anniversary shows to festivals, we've curated a list of events to attend this month. Alejandro Escovedo. Credit Jeff Harris…
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