The Live Music Capital of the World with over 250 venues. Home to SXSW, ACL Festival, and a thriving scene spanning country, rock, indie, and electronic.
801 Red River St
Legendary Austin venue combining world-class BBQ with live music. The outdoor amphitheater hosts major touring acts while the indoor stage features emerging artists.
1315 S Congress Ave
South Congress institution since 1955. Dark, intimate room with incredible history hosting roots, country, and rock acts nightly.
912 Red River St
Red River district staple with indoor stage and outdoor patio. Great sound, artist-friendly, and books diverse lineup from punk to indie.
305 E 5th St
Austin's Home of the Blues since 1975. Stevie Ray Vaughan's home club, now on East Fifth Street after several moves. Essential for blues and rock.
214 E 6th St
Sixth Street venue with great sound and sightlines. Books national touring acts and strong local bills across indie, electronic, and hip-hop.
2015 E Riverside Dr
East Austin venue that's hosted everyone from Green Day to Radiohead. Multiple stages and outdoor space for rock, punk, and indie.
500 Comal St
East Austin honky-tonk with two-stepping, country, and Americana. Free live music nightly with a dance floor and authentic Texas vibe.
2538 Guadalupe St
Legendary UT-area dive bar operating since 1974. Intimate room that's launched countless Austin careers. Essential for indie and rock.
900 Red River St
Queer-friendly Red River venue with indoor and outdoor stages. Books diverse lineup from indie to electronic with inclusive atmosphere.
310 W Willie Nelson Blvd
Home of Austin City Limits TV tapings. A 2,750-seat venue with incredible sound hosting major touring acts and iconic performances.
606 E 7th St
Red River venue with two rooms - the intimate Control Room and larger Garage. Books electronic, indie, and hip-hop.
1320 S Lamar Blvd
South Lamar listening room known for singer-songwriters and Americana. Intimate setting with excellent acoustics and respectful audiences.
1308 E 4th St
East Austin's oldest bar with outdoor stage and beer garden. Historic venue hosting indie, rock, and country in a relaxed setting.
1502 E 6th St
East Austin venue with multiple stages including outdoor patio. Known for garage rock, punk, and psych with late-night programming.
3201 S Lamar Blvd
Austin's legendary honky-tonk since 1964. Authentic Texas dance hall with live country music and two-stepping. A true Austin institution.
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