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Austin’s official title of "Live Music Capitol of the World" is not self-appointed—it's earned. Long known as a playground for late night revelers, the city brought Texas country music to the forefront years before the emergence of mega-venues and craft cocktail lounges. Dance Halls and Honky Tonks once ruled the roost, and down
Austin’s official title of "Live Music Capitol of the World" is not self-appointed—it's earned. Long known as a playground for late night revelers, the city brought Texas country music to the forefront years before the emergence of mega-venues and craft cocktail lounges
Austin’s official title of "Live Music Capitol of the World" is not self-appointed—it's earned. Long known as a playgrou
Austin’s official title of "Live Music Capitol of the World" is not self-appointed—it's earned. Long known as a playground for late night revelers, the city brought Texas country music to the forefront years before the emergence of mega-venues and craft cocktail lounges. Dance Halls and Honky Tonks once ruled the roost, and down and out drifters played for their wages. The music scene now pulls a sophisticated and cosmopolitan crowd while sticking true to its roots. Music lovers will find a variety of options every night of the week that span genres, all with a unique and soulful edge. It’s not surprising that the city plays host to several of the most significant music festivals in the country, like SXSW and the ACL Fest. New bars open almost daily in Texas’s ever-evolving and always-hospitable capitol city.
For an intimate live-music experience unmatched by any other venue in Austin, head to this café on the UT campus and get in line for tickets...Read More
It may be the hippest hotel in town, and the San José is also home to one of the best wine bars in the city. On nice days, grab a poolside patio...Read More
This is the most highly touted venue in Austin, Stubb's is owned by C3 Presents, which books many of the top venues in Austin and manages an...Read More
The dark and sophisticated lounge here remains cool and mellow in the early evening, when downtown professionals stop in for a post-work drink...Read More
It's three places all wrapped up in one—including Pelóns restaurant and Zorro bar—but this is where you’ll find much of the action later in...Read More
A community beer garden of sorts—locals call it the ABGB—this collaboration of five friends operates as both a full-scale brewery and a beer...Read More
By day it's a delightful home style shop, but when the shopping's done it becomes a chic neighborhood wine bar, with a list of wines that's...Read More
Austin's downtown destination for serious electronic beats welcomes dubsteppers. Stop by during SXSW—this venue will be serving up the bass...Read More
One of Red River's hotbeds of music, Beerland serves the punk music scene and brings an eclectic mix of artist to the forefront. Expect a thrashing...Read More
This legendary honky tonk is touted as the last of the true Texas dance halls. If live country music and dancing are your thing, two-step down...Read More
If you're looking for the perfect place to sink an eight ball in the corner pocket, visit this lively 6th Street favorite among the UT college...Read More
For quite possibly the best coffee in Austin, visit this little Clarksville coffee house that draws quite a crowd for quick business meetings...Read More
This place serves up a good time every night of the week, with live music from national and local bands. People love to catch the Spazmatics...Read More
This Red River dive bar offers a friendly pour and serves as a great meet-up point before hitting the East Side bars and venues. With its location...Read More
This Rainey Street area institution offers a fantastic courtyard, warm ambiance, and a friendly waitstaff in a historic Austin bungalow. Rainey...Read More
It's no secret that Texas' craft beer scene has exploded in the past few years, and there's no better place to explore the wide world of Texas...Read More
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