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Nightlife in Austin
Where Austin goes out — handpicked bars, clubs, live music rooms and late-night eats for any kind of night.
Popular local pickFrequently added to plans
Top spots in Austin
Rainey Street
NightlifeRainey
Old bungalows turned into bars with food trucks in every yard.
Where to eat
Suerte
$$$Modern Mexican · East Austin
Heirloom corn tortillas + suadero tacos — book a seat at the bar.
Live & on stage
Austin City Limits
Zilker Park · Oct 2–4 & 9–11 · Festival
Blues on the Green
Zilker Park · Jun – Aug Wednesdays · Blues / Free
Levitation Festival
Mohawk + Empire · Oct 30 – Nov 1 · Psych Rock
SXSW Music
Citywide · Mar 13–22 · Indie / Mixed
Frequently asked
- Standouts include South Congress (SoCo), Rainey Street. The list mixes cocktail bars, live-music rooms and dance floors so you can build a full night without leaving the neighbourhood.
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