Must-see entertainment in Central Texas

  • Alamodome

    San Antonio

    Convention center and arena hosting concerts, conventions and the Alamo Bowl, an annual college football game.

  • San Antonio Dance Umbrella

    San Antonio

    Supports and promotes dance performances across San Antonio. Visit the website for a list of regular shows.

  • Frank Erwin Center

    Austin

    This arena hosts big-name concerts, UT men's and women's basketball games, and graduation ceremonies.

  • Carmen's de la Calle Café

    San Antonio

    Indulge in a little Spanish culture with tapas and sangria and live jazz, flamenco and world music.

  • Cactus Cafe

    Austin

    Listen to acoustic up close and personal at this intimate club on the UT campus.

  • Donn's Depot

    Austin

    Austin loves a dive bar, and Donn's combines a retro atmosphere inside an old railway car with live music six nights a week, including Donn himself…

  • Skylark Lounge

    East Austin

    It's a bit of a drive (2.5 miles northeast of downtown), but well worth the effort to reach this friendly dive bar that serves up live blues – along with…

  • ZACH Theatre Center

    Austin

    Often reprising popular Broadway and off-Broadway hits, this theatre now has three venues: Topfer Theatre (202 S Lamar Blvd), Whisenhunt Stage (1510…

  • Lucky Lounge

    Austin

    Head for this no-pretense spot for early shows (usually starting around 8pm) with no cover charge. And check out that neon sign and mod '60s decor.

  • Laurie Auditorium

    San Antonio

    Trinity University’s Laurie Auditorium hosts a few musical concerts and dance and theater performances year-round.

  • Capitol City Comedy Club

    Austin

    Far from downtown, Capitol City hosts national headliner comics. Mondays are often reserved for local talent.