Sixth Street
East 6th Street
The heart of “the Live Music Capital of the World,” with dozens of live-music bars and nightclubs packed into a few blocks.
The historic East 6th Street (the stretch from Congress Avenue to I-35) is the core of Austin’s nightlife. Its 19th-century Victorian commercial buildings are lined with music bars, and nearly every night features live bands. Most small bars have no cover charge or charge $5–15.
On Friday and Saturday nights, the street is closed to traffic and becomes a pedestrian zone, and the crowds are dense. Those who prefer a more mature atmosphere can head to West 6th, the western section, or to the Red River Cultural District, home to venues such as Stubb’s and Mohawk. Bars check ages, so bring your passport. Keep an eye on your belongings at night.
Opening hours
Most bars 18:00–02:00
Nearby sights
- Texas State Capitol
- Congress Avenue Bridge Bats
- Rainey Street Historic District
- Franklin Barbecue
- Bullock Texas State History Museum
- Blanton Museum of Art
- Harry Ransom Center
- South Congress (SoCo)