By our count, there are 17 ways to get free drinks this week. Good luck out there…

Tuesday, Jan. 24
Kenichi VIP Event
5–7pm • Kenichi, 419 Colorado St. • Free; RSVP requested
Complimentary cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres. Text your name and phone number to 512-430-4339 to join the VIP List; then RSVP by emailing: marketing@kenichiaustin.com

Paper Cuts Live Music Series: Not In the Face!
7–9pm • The Palm Door, 401 Sabine St. • Free; RSVP required for priority admission (closed)
Free tacos from Tacos and Tequila, vodka from Deep Eddy Vodka, and Sapporo beer. Music by Not in the Face! RSVP was required to reserve a spot, but additional guests will be allowed in starting at 7:30 if the party isn’t at capacity.

The South Austin Social Club Monthly Meet-Up
7pm • Crow Bar, 3116 South Congress • Free
Meet-up for the Austin creative community, featuring music by Christy Claxton Band and Noelle Hampton.


Wednesday, Jan. 25
Glitz and Glam Happy Hour
4–7pm • Frock On Vintage, 3016 Guadalupe, Ste. A101 • Free
Complimentary wine and cocktails, plus free hairstyling and makeup by Waterstone Aesthetics.

EPIC’s 4th Anniversary Happy Hour
5:30-7:30pm • Delta Millworks, 4701 East 5th St. • Free
Appetizers from Salt Lick, cocktails by Dripping Springs Vodka, and music by Eagle Eye Williamson.

40 Con Queso
5:30-9pm • Hotel Vegas, 1500 East 6th St. • Free
Free show by Best Fwends and Chablis.

Weird Coupons Launch Party     ***Event of the Week**
6–9pm • GSD&M, 828 W. 6th • Free; RSVP requested
Offerings from How Do You Roll Sushi, The Pie Society, Austin East Ciders, Deep Eddy Vodka, The Tamale Hut, and Z Tequila.

Gabrieldoes Wednesdays
6-10pm • CTC Garden, Cazamance Café, 1102 E Cesar Chavez • $5 suggested donation
Complimentary vodka courtesy of 360 Vodka, food from Cazamance Café, and live music. Feel free to BYOB.

Kim Simpson Book Signing
7pm • BookPeople, 603 N. Lamar Blvd. • Free
Musician & KUT Radio Host Kim Simpson will speak and sign copies of her book “Early ’70s Radio: The American Format Revolution.” Free beer from Saint Arnold Brewing Company.

There Will Be Cake
10pm • Coldtowne Theatre, 4803-B Airport Blvd. • $5
Comedy show with free cake from our friends at SugaPlump Pastries.


Thursday, Jan. 26
Lomographic Safari New Product Release Party
6–9pm • Lomography Gallery Store, 912 Congress Ave. • Free
Food, drinks, and music.

Austin Beer Guide Winter Edition Release Party
7-11:30pm • Draught House, 4112 Medical Pkwy. • Free
Celebrate the release of the Winter issue of the guide with a keg of Bourbon Barrel Night RYE-der.

Airbnb airAmbassador Launch Party
8–11pm • Hangar Lounge, 318 Colorado • Free; RSVP required
Drinks, treats, photo booth and music by DJ Mighty Mike. First 50 people in the door receive free gift bags.

Thursday Night Social Club: Great Comedy, Free Beer
8pm • ColdTowne Theater, 4803-B Airport Blvd. • $5
Every Thursday in January, ColdTowne is opening early to provide free beer and snacks before the improv comedy show.

Block Party: A Comedy Mixtape
9:30pm • The New Movement Theatre, 1819 Rosewood Ave. • Free
Try out some improv (or any kind of performance) for 5 minutes in front of a live audience.


Friday, Jan. 27
Remember Dublin Dr Pepper
11am–11pm • All P. Terry’s locations
Free Dublin Dr Pepper T-shirts all day with the purchase of a large Dublin Dr Pepper.

The Preservation In-Store Performance
5–6pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
The Preservation celebrates the vinyl release of their album Two Sisters with a free show and free Shiner.

PRINT+addition Presents: Michael Seiben
6–9pm • Industry Screenprint Studio, 618-C Tillery St. • Free
Free beer from Austin Beerworks and music by DJ Gibb. Create your own shirt with the screen press — $20 to buy a blank shirt, or $10 if you bring your own.

MysteryPeople Presents: R.J. Ellory
7pm • BookPeople, 603 N. Lamar Blvd. • Free
R.J. Ellory will speak and sign copies of his book “A Quiet Vendetta”. Free beer, wine, and snacks.


Sat., Jan. 28
EastSide Bikini Company Grand Opening
Noon–9pm • EastSide Bikini Company, 2502 Webberville Rd. • Free
Food, drinks, music, door prizes, giveaways, and discounts on all bikinis.

Splendor Boutique Launch Party
7–10pm • Splendor Boutique, 100 W. North Loop, Unit H • Free
Complimentary cocktails and discounts to celebrate the relaunch of Splendor’s online store.

Austin Variety Show’s 2nd Anniversary Bash
8pm • Highland Mall, 6001 Airport Blvd. • $10
Cover includes an open bar, food from Rockin’ Tomato, and entertainment by host Troy Dillinger, radio personality Charlie Hodge, comedian Ramin Nazer, Mistress Stephanie and Her Melodic Cat, and two new episodes of The Austin Variety Show.

A Day Show For Esme
1–7pm • Beerland, 711 Red River St. • $10
Benefit show with music by Ted Leo, Knife in the Water, The December Boys, Simple Circuit, and Literature — buy tickets in advance; it is likely to sell out. Proceeds benefit the family of Esme Barrera.

Austin Vida Showcase
9:30pm–2am • Frank, 407 Colorado St. • $6
Music by Hydra Melody, Ex Machina, and The Sounds of Curve

Sweetmeat CD Release Party
10pm–2am • The Highball, 1142 S. Lamar Blvd. • Free
Free show with music by Foot Patrol and Sweetmeat — which includes members of Austin bands Opposite Day, the Invincible Czars, and Mostly Dead/Mistress Stephanie.


Sunday, Jan. 29
Twin Sister In-Store Performance
5–6pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
Free show, free Shiner — not a bad combo.


Monday, Jan. 30
SXSW Interactive ATX Community Meet Up
6–8pm • Swan Dive, 615 Red River St. • Free; RSVP requested
SXSW will buy you a drink at this happy hour and networking event for anyone interested in the Interactive fest.


Tuesday, Jan. 31
Party and Event Guide’s Throwback Launch Party
6:30–9pm • The Highball, 1142 S. Lamar Blvd. • Free
Complimentary drinks by Tequila Avion, food by Peachie Pastry, body painting, photo booth, door prizes, and dancing. Mad Men–style attire encouraged.


**SAVE THE DATE**
CoolinAustin / Austin Writes Music Present: Shot Through the Heart
Friday, Feb. 3 • Frank, 407 Colorado St.
That’s right — it’s time for another showcase. This one features music by Dead Black Hearts, Your Friendly Ghost, Little Radar, and Royal Forest. We’ll announce more details soon, so stay tuned, and we hope to see you there!

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