CiA @ SXSW: Wednesday, March 13Here are today’s free party highlights — enjoy! Stay tuned to our Twitter feed for more party tips and reports from the field. Hipstamatic #Morning After Brunch 11am–4pm • Haus of Hipstamatic, 509 Brushy St. • RSVP required; now closedMexican food from La Condesa, coffee, mimosas, a Bloody Mary bar, a photobooth and other surprises. Badges and wristbands will get priority entry. Music by Redd Volkaert, Warren Hood & the Goods, and Quiet Company.The Warner Sound Showcase11am–6pm • The Belmont, 305 W. 6th Street • No RSVP requiredFree official showcase with performances by Fitz and The Tantrums, Bonaparte, Saints of Valory, and Ashley Monroe. Open to the public, but badges will probably get priority.Waterloo Records Day Shows11am–7pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • No RSVP requiredToday’s highlights: Tegan & Sara (2pm); Macklemore & Ryan Lewis (3pm); Robert DeLong (6pm).T-Mobile Austin House Party11am–Midnight • Papi Tino’s, 1306 E. 6th St. • Free; no RSVP requiredFree tacos, giveaways, video games, screen-printing, and bands. Check out The Mowglis at 6pm and The Sheepdogs at 8:30.Consequence of Sound’s Cosigns II11:30am–6pm • The Parish Underground/ Beale St. Tavern, 214 E. 6th St. • RSVP requested; still openFree beer and tea. Bands include Fort Lean, St. Lucia, The Thermals, Mac DeMarco, Chelsea Light Moving, and several others.B3SCI Presents: Day Party Takeover 11:45am–5pm • Maggie Mae’s, 323 E. 6th St. • RSVP required; list still openFree drinks and popcorn. Lineup highlights:12:15 PM     Blondfire1:50 PM     Ghost Beach2:45 PM     Gold Fields3:35 PM     Wildcat! Wildcat!4:20 PM     Trails and Ways4:25 PM     The 1975Gobbler Grill Noon–5pm • 350 Trinity St. (across from the convention center, between 3rd & 4th) • RSVP requestedFree food, beer, and music.Hype Hotel Day Party: Gorilla vs. Bear & Yourstru.lyNoon–6pm • The Whitley, 3rd & Brazos • RSVP required; still openFree booze, good bands, and if you’re lucky you might just score a Cool Ranch Doritos taco or two. You’ll need to pick up your Hype Hotel wristband before you can go in. Wednesday’s lineup includes:Noon    Empress Of1pm     Fear of Men2:00     Antwon3:00     Charli XCX3:30     John Talabot4:00     Shlomo4:30     Ryan Hemsworth5:00     DisclosureRock On Foundation Presents: Sneakers & SpeakersNoon–6pm • Club Deville, 900 Red River St. • RSVP required; still open for nowFree beer from (512) Brewing Company, complimentary cocktails from Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and BBQ from Rudy’s. Music by  Oh No Oh My, Feathers, Dallas Green, The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band, Chuck Inglish (The Cool Kids), and Stak5 (aka Stephen Jackson of the San Antonio Spurs).Paste & HGTV Present: The Stages on SixthNoon–6pm • The Stage on 6th, 508 E. 6th St.Free booze and a long lineup of bands including Guards (1pm), Foxygen (2pm), The Shout Out Louds (5pm) and many others.Under The Radar SXSW PartyNoon–6pm • Flamingo Cantina, 515 E. 6th Street • No RSVP requiredFree Sapporo beer and a good lineup including Shout Out Louds, Doldrums, Young Dreams, and Surfer Blood (5pm).Spotify House Noon–6pm, Monday–Friday • Cenote, Cesar Chavez & Medina Street • RSVP requested; still open for nowFree drinks and food for Spotify Premium members. Wednesday’s music lineup: Neon Indian (DJ set), Flume, The Last Bison, and more.Bands, Beer, and Burgers Vol. 2 Noon–6:30pm • Hostelling International, 2200 S. Lakeshore Blvd. (off Riverside) • RSVP required; now closedFree local beer from Live Oak Brewing and Hops & Grain. Burgers for sale. Music by Bobby Jealousy, Burgess Meredith, and others.The Fader FortNoon–8pm • Pine Street Station, East 5th @ Brushy Street • RSVP required; list now closedFree drinks and a day full of music — might as well check it out today before it gets insane starting Thursday. Make sure to pick up your Fader wristband on the other side of the venue before you line up to go in.Free Now! Presented by Beautiful Buzz and Deli RadioNoon–2am • Brew Exchange, 708 W. 6th St. • RSVP required; now closedFree food, drinks, and music by more than 25 bands. Wednesday’s lineup highlights include Tall Ships (2pm), Ghost Beach (5:30), The Chevin (6:50); Sunbears (7:30), and tons of others.The Portland Party Noon–2am • The Grackle, 1700 E. 6th St. • No RSVP requiredFree beer from 3-4pm and free wine from 6–7pm.Midcoast TakeoverNoon–2am • Shangri La, 1016 E. 6th St. • No RSVP required Free margaritas for the first 200 people, and a lineup of more than 20 bands.LiveMusicCapitol.org Day Show Noon–2am • Frontier Bar, 2421 Webberville Road • No RSVP requiredFun lineup featuring Your Friendly Ghost @ noon, Night Panther @ 2:35, The Astronaut Suit @ 3:30, and many others.British Music Embassy1–6pm • Latitude 30, 512 San Jacinto St. • RSVP required; list looks like it’s still openAlways a chill place to spend the afternoon and catch some fun bands from across the pond. Usually with some free food and drinks in the mix.Urban Outfitters Backlot Sesh1–6:30pm • Urban Outfitters, 2406 Guadalupe St. • No RSVP requiredFree beer and a lineup including Icona Pop at 6pm.Pandora Discovery Den 1pm–1am (with a break from 6–8pm) • Antone’s, 213 W. 5th St. • RSVP required; list closedLineup highlights include Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears (4pm); Chali 2NA (5:40pm); Dead Prez (11pm); and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis (midnight).Macbeth Presents Filter On Rainey Showcase2–6pm • Lustre Pearl, 97 Rainey St. • RSVP required; still open for nowMusic by Wild Feathers (2pm), Solid Gold (3pm), In the Valley Below (4pm), and !!! (5pm). SX badges get priority, so once again, early is the word of the day.DTS and Slacker Present: 2013 Filter On Rainey Showcase2–7pm • Clive Bar, 609 Davis St. • RSVP required; list is still open for nowAfternoon party lineup:2pm     The Neighbourhood3pm     Blondfire4pm     Guards5pm     Akron/Family6pm     Lord HuronSpotify Live Night Party7pm–?? • 1100 E. 5th St. (across the street from Fader Fort) • RSVP required; still open for nowMusic by Kendrick Lamar, Youngblood Hawke, Cazette, and Hesta Prynn.
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CiA @ SXSW: Wednesday, March 13

Here are today’s free party highlights — enjoy! Stay tuned to our Twitter feed for more party tips and reports from the field.

Hipstamatic #Morning After Brunch
11am–4pm • Haus of Hipstamatic, 509 Brushy St. • RSVP required; now closed
Mexican food from La Condesa, coffee, mimosas, a Bloody Mary bar, a photobooth and other surprises. Badges and wristbands will get priority entry. Music by Redd Volkaert, Warren Hood & the Goods, and Quiet Company.

The Warner Sound Showcase
11am–6pm • The Belmont, 305 W. 6th Street • No RSVP required
Free official showcase with performances by Fitz and The Tantrums, Bonaparte, Saints of Valory, and Ashley Monroe. Open to the public, but badges will probably get priority.

Waterloo Records Day Shows
11am–7pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • No RSVP required
Today’s highlights: Tegan & Sara (2pm); Macklemore & Ryan Lewis (3pm); Robert DeLong (6pm).

T-Mobile Austin House Party
11am–Midnight • Papi Tino’s, 1306 E. 6th St. • Free; no RSVP required
Free tacos, giveaways, video games, screen-printing, and bands. Check out The Mowglis at 6pm and The Sheepdogs at 8:30.

Consequence of Sound’s Cosigns II
11:30am–6pm • The Parish Underground/ Beale St. Tavern, 214 E. 6th St. • RSVP requested; still open
Free beer and tea. Bands include Fort Lean, St. Lucia, The Thermals, Mac DeMarco, Chelsea Light Moving, and several others.

B3SCI Presents: Day Party Takeover
11:45am–5pm • Maggie Mae’s, 323 E. 6th St. • RSVP required; list still open
Free drinks and popcorn. Lineup highlights:
12:15 PM     Blondfire
1:50 PM     Ghost Beach
2:45 PM     Gold Fields
3:35 PM     Wildcat! Wildcat!
4:20 PM     Trails and Ways
4:25 PM     The 1975

Gobbler Grill
Noon–5pm • 350 Trinity St. (across from the convention center, between 3rd & 4th) • RSVP requested
Free food, beer, and music.

Hype Hotel Day Party: Gorilla vs. Bear & Yourstru.ly
Noon–6pm • The Whitley, 3rd & Brazos • RSVP required; still open
Free booze, good bands, and if you’re lucky you might just score a Cool Ranch Doritos taco or two. You’ll need to pick up your Hype Hotel wristband before you can go in. Wednesday’s lineup includes:
Noon    Empress Of
1pm     Fear of Men
2:00     Antwon
3:00     Charli XCX
3:30     John Talabot
4:00     Shlomo
4:30     Ryan Hemsworth
5:00     Disclosure

Rock On Foundation Presents: Sneakers & Speakers
Noon–6pm • Club Deville, 900 Red River St. • RSVP required; still open for now
Free beer from (512) Brewing Company, complimentary cocktails from Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and BBQ from Rudy’s. Music by  Oh No Oh My, Feathers, Dallas Green, The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band, Chuck Inglish (The Cool Kids), and Stak5 (aka Stephen Jackson of the San Antonio Spurs).

Paste & HGTV Present: The Stages on Sixth
Noon–6pm • The Stage on 6th, 508 E. 6th St.
Free booze and a long lineup of bands including Guards (1pm), Foxygen (2pm), The Shout Out Louds (5pm) and many others.

Under The Radar SXSW Party
Noon–6pm • Flamingo Cantina, 515 E. 6th Street • No RSVP required
Free Sapporo beer and a good lineup including Shout Out Louds, Doldrums, Young Dreams, and Surfer Blood (5pm).

Spotify House
Noon–6pm, Monday–Friday • Cenote, Cesar Chavez & Medina Street • RSVP requested; still open for now
Free drinks and food for Spotify Premium members. Wednesday’s music lineup: Neon Indian (DJ set), Flume, The Last Bison, and more.

Bands, Beer, and Burgers Vol. 2 
Noon–6:30pm • Hostelling International, 2200 S. Lakeshore Blvd. (off Riverside) • RSVP required; now closed
Free local beer from Live Oak Brewing and Hops & Grain. Burgers for sale. Music by Bobby Jealousy, Burgess Meredith, and others.

The Fader Fort
Noon–8pm • Pine Street Station, East 5th @ Brushy Street • RSVP required; list now closed
Free drinks and a day full of music — might as well check it out today before it gets insane starting Thursday. Make sure to pick up your Fader wristband on the other side of the venue before you line up to go in.

Free Now! Presented by Beautiful Buzz and Deli Radio
Noon–2am • Brew Exchange, 708 W. 6th St. • RSVP required; now closed
Free food, drinks, and music by more than 25 bands. Wednesday’s lineup highlights include Tall Ships (2pm), Ghost Beach (5:30), The Chevin (6:50); Sunbears (7:30), and tons of others.

The Portland Party
Noon–2am • The Grackle, 1700 E. 6th St. • No RSVP required
Free beer from 3-4pm and free wine from 6–7pm.

Midcoast Takeover
Noon–2am • Shangri La, 1016 E. 6th St. • No RSVP required
Free margaritas for the first 200 people, and a lineup of more than 20 bands.

LiveMusicCapitol.org Day Show
Noon–2am • Frontier Bar, 2421 Webberville Road • No RSVP required
Fun lineup featuring Your Friendly Ghost @ noon, Night Panther @ 2:35, The Astronaut Suit @ 3:30, and many others.

British Music Embassy
1–6pm • Latitude 30, 512 San Jacinto St. • RSVP required; list looks like it’s still open
Always a chill place to spend the afternoon and catch some fun bands from across the pond. Usually with some free food and drinks in the mix.

Urban Outfitters Backlot Sesh
1–6:30pm • Urban Outfitters, 2406 Guadalupe St. • No RSVP required
Free beer and a lineup including Icona Pop at 6pm.

Pandora Discovery Den
1pm–1am (with a break from 6–8pm) • Antone’s, 213 W. 5th St. • RSVP required; list closed
Lineup highlights include Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears (4pm); Chali 2NA (5:40pm); Dead Prez (11pm); and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis (midnight).

Macbeth Presents Filter On Rainey Showcase
2–6pm • Lustre Pearl, 97 Rainey St. • RSVP required; still open for now
Music by Wild Feathers (2pm), Solid Gold (3pm), In the Valley Below (4pm), and !!! (5pm). SX badges get priority, so once again, early is the word of the day.

DTS and Slacker Present: 2013 Filter On Rainey Showcase
2–7pm • Clive Bar, 609 Davis St. • RSVP required; list is still open for now
Afternoon party lineup:
2pm     The Neighbourhood
3pm     Blondfire
4pm     Guards
5pm     Akron/Family
6pm     Lord Huron

Spotify Live Night Party
7pm–?? • 1100 E. 5th St. (across the street from Fader Fort) • RSVP required; still open for now
Music by Kendrick Lamar, Youngblood Hawke, Cazette, and Hesta Prynn.

CoolinAustin at SXSW: Tuesday, March 12Woohoo, it’s time for SXSW Music! Here are the party highlights for tonight — thanks for stoppin’ by! Keep watching our Twitter feed for updates.T-Mobile Austin House Party11am–Midnight, Monday–Wednesday • Papi Tino’s, 1306 E. 6th St. • Free; no RSVP requiredFree tacos, giveaways, video games, screen-printing, and bands. Today’s lineup features RDGLDGRN  (4pm); Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown (5pm); American Authors (6pm); Nightmare & the Cat (7pm) and The Jane Doze (8pm).Spotify House Noon–6pm, Monday–Friday • Cenote, Cesar Chavez and Medina Street • RSVP requested; still open for nowFree drinks and food for Spotify Premium members. Today’s music lineup: Jamie N Commons, Twenty One Pilots, White Panda (DJ Set), Sam Spiegel (DJ Set), and Classixx (House DJ). Today’s food sponsor is Hat Creek Burgers.Pandora Discovery Den 1pm–1am (w/ a break from 6–8pm), Tuesday thru Friday • Antone’s, 213 W. 5th St. • RSVP required; list closedToday’s lineup: Breakbot (3:40); Anamanaguchi (4); Guards (4:40); The Hood Internet (5); Ghost Beach (5:40) — [break] — TOKiMONSTA (9pm); St. Lucia (10); Surfer Blood (11); The Gaslamp Killer (midnight). [Note – the night shows will probably be packed, so get there early.]Red Bull Sound Select Presents: 120 Hours in Austin  Doors @ 4pm • Gatsby’s, 409 E. 6th St. • RSVP requested; still open for nowToday’s lineup includes Best Coast, Big Black Delta, Hands, and Beach Party.Weird Moments Party 2–9pm • Handle Bar, 5th and Brazos streets • RSVP requested; still open for nowFree drinks and music by The Eastern Sea and Archnemesis.East Side Collider2–9pm • Hotel Vegas / Volstead Lounge, 1500 E. 6th St. • No RSVP requiredFree drinks while they last, with music by Black & White Years (4:30), Featherface (5:30); Phranchyze (7:30); What Made Milwaukee Famous (8:30pm); and many others.Third Annual Frog Music Licensing Unofficial Showcase5pm–Midnight • Bar 96, 96 Rainey St. • RSVP requested (but possibly not required)Music by Quiet Company, T Bird and the Breaks, The Eastern Sea, Wild Child and others. Word on the street is that there may be free tacos (but that ain’t confirmed just yet).Planet Québec Opening Night Party 6:30pm¬–2am • Swan Dive, 615 Red River Street • RSVP required, still openFree drinks and finger food.Jansport Party @ Viceland8pm • Viceland, 401 E. Cesar Chavez • RSVP required; list closedFree drinks and music by Divine Fits, Japandroids, Wavves, Skaters and Team Spirit.
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Woohoo, it’s time for SXSW Music! Here are the party highlights for tonight — thanks for stoppin’ by! Keep watching our Twitter feed for updates.

T-Mobile Austin House Party
11am–Midnight, Monday–Wednesday • Papi Tino’s, 1306 E. 6th St. • Free; no RSVP required
Free tacos, giveaways, video games, screen-printing, and bands. Today’s lineup features RDGLDGRN  (4pm); Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown (5pm); American Authors (6pm); Nightmare & the Cat (7pm) and The Jane Doze (8pm).

Spotify House
Noon–6pm, Monday–Friday • Cenote, Cesar Chavez and Medina Street • RSVP requested; still open for now
Free drinks and food for Spotify Premium members. Today’s music lineup: Jamie N Commons, Twenty One Pilots, White Panda (DJ Set), Sam Spiegel (DJ Set), and Classixx (House DJ). Today’s food sponsor is Hat Creek Burgers.

Pandora Discovery Den
1pm–1am (w/ a break from 6–8pm), Tuesday thru Friday • Antone’s, 213 W. 5th St. • RSVP required; list closed
Today’s lineup: Breakbot (3:40); Anamanaguchi (4); Guards (4:40); The Hood Internet (5); Ghost Beach (5:40) — [break] — TOKiMONSTA (9pm); St. Lucia (10); Surfer Blood (11); The Gaslamp Killer (midnight). [Note – the night shows will probably be packed, so get there early.]

Red Bull Sound Select Presents: 120 Hours in Austin  
Doors @ 4pm • Gatsby’s, 409 E. 6th St. • RSVP requested; still open for now
Today’s lineup includes Best Coast, Big Black Delta, Hands, and Beach Party.

Weird Moments Party
2–9pm • Handle Bar, 5th and Brazos streets • RSVP requested; still open for now
Free drinks and music by The Eastern Sea and Archnemesis.

East Side Collider
2–9pm • Hotel Vegas / Volstead Lounge, 1500 E. 6th St. • No RSVP required
Free drinks while they last, with music by Black & White Years (4:30), Featherface (5:30); Phranchyze (7:30); What Made Milwaukee Famous (8:30pm); and many others.

Third Annual Frog Music Licensing Unofficial Showcase
5pm–Midnight • Bar 96, 96 Rainey St. • RSVP requested (but possibly not required)
Music by Quiet Company, T Bird and the Breaks, The Eastern Sea, Wild Child and others. Word on the street is that there may be free tacos (but that ain’t confirmed just yet).

Planet Québec Opening Night Party
6:30pm¬–2am • Swan Dive, 615 Red River Street • RSVP required, still open
Free drinks and finger food.

Jansport Party @ Viceland
8pm • Viceland, 401 E. Cesar Chavez • RSVP required; list closed
Free drinks and music by Divine Fits, Japandroids, Wavves, Skaters and Team Spirit.

SXSW 2013 RSVP Roundup: Part 3Only one week left to go! There’s not much time to waste, so here’s your third wave of SXSW party RSVPs — just the good stuff, none of the nonsense. These parties should all be open to people without badges or wristbands, but some are tougher to get into than others, so show up early! In case you missed ’em, check out our first and second RSVP Roundups — and for more festival tips and the full list of all the parties we’ve posted so far, swing by our SXSW page.Stay tuned to this site, our Twitter feed, and our Facebook page for more RSVP updates, band recs and other SXSW-related goodness. Good luck out there!Multiple Days The Hype Hotel Day Parties Wed. 3/13 through Sat. 3/16 • The Whitley, 3rd & Brazos • Noon These are some of the better SXSW parties each year — free booze, great bands, and if you’re lucky you might just score a Cool Ranch Doritos taco or two. Lineup highlights so far include: Charli XCX, Austra, Chvrches, St Lucia, Youth Lagoon, Kitty, Toro Y Moi, Blue Hawaii, and a whole lot more. (Note that the night parties are badges-only this year.)Spotify House Mon. 3/11 through Fri. 3/15 • Cenote, 1010 E. Cesar Chavez • NoonLast year Spotify put together a nice little lineup of up-and-coming bands, and we expect this year to be even better — no announcements have come yet. Another bonus: free drinks and food for Spotify Premium users.Friday, March 8Do512’s Epic Interactive Party7:30pm • The Belmont, 305 W. 6th St.Free Deep Eddy Vodka cocktails while they last, with music by Akron/Family, Air Review, Hello Wheels, and Seryn.The SpareFoot Party8pm–2am • The ND, 5th and BrushyHip-hop/DJ showcase with music by K.Flay, Jayceeoh, DJ Expo, Applied Pressure and Table Manners Crew.Saturday, March 9Circle Brewing Company’s 2nd Anniversary Party1–5pm • Circle Brewing Company, 2340 W. Braker Lane, Ste. BNot really a SXSW party (or anywhere near downtown), but it’ll be a good time anyway — and a chance to support Austin’s local brewers!. Get three small beer samples for free, or three full-sized samples with the purchase of a $10 pint glass.Monday, March 11COHO 5.0 6–10pm • Hudson on Fifth, 301 West 5th StreetFree food and drinks. (Find the “Freebies” option at the bottom of the ticket types list on the invite.)GSD&M Presents: The Industry Party7pm–Midnight • GSD&M, 828 W. 6th St.Performances by Wild Cub, Delta Spirit, and Reggie Watts, plus food and drink (unclear whether it’s free), F1 driving simulators, interactive art and a bunch of other stuff.#FeedTheBeat SXSW8pm • The Whitley, 3rd & Brazos (Hype Hotel) Free show by Passion Pit and Wildcat! Wildcat! They’ll be filming an “experimental, fan-made rockumentary” at the party, so get ready for that.Tuesday, March 12Hipstamatic SXSW #MorningAfter Brunch 11am-4pm • Haus of Hipstamatic, 509 Brushy St.Crazy brunch with free food, coffee, mimosas, Bloody Marys and music — including a DJ set by Neon Indian. (Note: Badgeholders will get priority at this one, but they’ll also be letting in people from the RSVP list based on capacity. So, get there early.)Wednesday, March 13Rock On Foundation Presents: Sneakers & Speakers Noon–6pm • Club Deville, 900 Red River St.Free beer from (512) Brewing Company, complimentary cocktails from Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and BBQ from Rudy’s. Music by  Oh No Oh My, Feathers, Dallas Green, The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band, Chuck Inglish (The Cool Kids), and Stak5 (aka Stephen Jackson of the San Antonio Spurs).Macbeth Presents Filter On Rainey Showcase 2–6pm • Lustre Pearl, 97 Rainey St.Music by !!!, Wild Feathers, Solid Gold, and In the Valley Below. SX badges get priority, so once again, early is the word of the day.Spotify Live Night Party 7pm • 1100 E. 5th St. (across the street from Fader Fort)No details on this one yet beyond “live performances and a stunning visual show” — stay tuned for lineup announcements.Thursday, March 14Mint Records + Riot Act Media Day Party 11:30am–6pm • Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 E. 6th St.Performances by Nardwuar & The Evaporators, Andrew WK, Dana Falconberry, The Blank Tapes, Deaf Club, and several others. Sponsored by PBR so maybe there’ll be some free beer.AFHC & Japan Nite Presents - Japan Preview Day Show 1–7pm • The Grackle, 1700 E. 6th St.Free food and beer, with music by a slate of Japanese bands.Friday, March 15Sonicbids Official SXSW Party 11:30am–5:30pm • Maggie Mae’s, 323 E. 6th StreetFree drinks and food, plus music by 12 bands including Wild Cub, Hey Marseilles, Imaginary Cities, Royal Teeth and others. (Note: This is billed as an official party, but in years past we’ve had no problem getting in with just an RSVP.)Turntables on Town Lake 1–4pm • Leaves from Capital Cruises, 208 Barton Springs Rd.Yacht party with free beer while it lasts, food, giveaways, and music by Deejay Theory, DJ Orion, DJ KB and others. (Note: They just added a “guaranteed entry” ticket option for $25 … which will probably make it tougher to get in for free. But, who knows?)Saturday, March 16Rachel Ray Feedback Party 10am–4pm • Stubb’s, 801 Red River St.Free food and drinks, and a legit lineup featuring Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, Eagles of Death Metal, Delta Rae, Bob Schneider and others. We can’t say this enough: Get there super early if you want to avoid waiting in a gigantic line. Don’t say we didn’t warn ya!Reverb Party 11am–6pm • Dirty Dog Bar, 505 E. 6th St.Free beverages and music by The Hush Sound, High Highs, UME, Man Without Country, Slow Magic, and others.Do512 Presents: The Big One11am–6pm • TOPS Warehouse, 1100 E. 5th StreetPerformances by The Polyphonic Spree, Big Freedia, Girl in a Coma and others.
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SXSW 2013 RSVP Roundup: Part 3

Only one week left to go! There’s not much time to waste, so here’s your third wave of SXSW party RSVPs — just the good stuff, none of the nonsense. These parties should all be open to people without badges or wristbands, but some are tougher to get into than others, so show up early!

In case you missed ’em, check out our first and second RSVP Roundups — and for more festival tips and the full list of all the parties we’ve posted so far, swing by our SXSW page.

Stay tuned to this site, our Twitter feed, and our Facebook page for more RSVP updates, band recs and other SXSW-related goodness. Good luck out there!


Multiple Days
The Hype Hotel Day Parties
Wed. 3/13 through Sat. 3/16 • The Whitley, 3rd & Brazos • Noon
These are some of the better SXSW parties each year — free booze, great bands, and if you’re lucky you might just score a Cool Ranch Doritos taco or two. Lineup highlights so far include: Charli XCX, Austra, Chvrches, St Lucia, Youth Lagoon, Kitty, Toro Y Moi, Blue Hawaii, and a whole lot more. (Note that the night parties are badges-only this year.)

Spotify House
Mon. 3/11 through Fri. 3/15 • Cenote, 1010 E. Cesar Chavez • Noon
Last year Spotify put together a nice little lineup of up-and-coming bands, and we expect this year to be even better — no announcements have come yet. Another bonus: free drinks and food for Spotify Premium users.


Friday, March 8
Do512’s Epic Interactive Party
7:30pm • The Belmont, 305 W. 6th St.
Free Deep Eddy Vodka cocktails while they last, with music by Akron/Family, Air Review, Hello Wheels, and Seryn.

The SpareFoot Party
8pm–2am • The ND, 5th and Brushy
Hip-hop/DJ showcase with music by K.Flay, Jayceeoh, DJ Expo, Applied Pressure and Table Manners Crew.


Saturday, March 9
Circle Brewing Company’s 2nd Anniversary Party
1–5pm • Circle Brewing Company, 2340 W. Braker Lane, Ste. B
Not really a SXSW party (or anywhere near downtown), but it’ll be a good time anyway — and a chance to support Austin’s local brewers!. Get three small beer samples for free, or three full-sized samples with the purchase of a $10 pint glass.


Monday, March 11
COHO 5.0 
6–10pm • Hudson on Fifth, 301 West 5th Street
Free food and drinks. (Find the “Freebies” option at the bottom of the ticket types list on the invite.)

GSD&M Presents: The Industry Party
7pm–Midnight • GSD&M, 828 W. 6th St.
Performances by Wild Cub, Delta Spirit, and Reggie Watts, plus food and drink (unclear whether it’s free), F1 driving simulators, interactive art and a bunch of other stuff.

#FeedTheBeat SXSW
8pm • The Whitley, 3rd & Brazos (Hype Hotel)
Free show by Passion Pit and Wildcat! Wildcat! They’ll be filming an “experimental, fan-made rockumentary” at the party, so get ready for that.


Tuesday, March 12
Hipstamatic SXSW #MorningAfter Brunch
11am-4pm • Haus of Hipstamatic, 509 Brushy St.
Crazy brunch with free food, coffee, mimosas, Bloody Marys and music — including a DJ set by Neon Indian. (Note: Badgeholders will get priority at this one, but they’ll also be letting in people from the RSVP list based on capacity. So, get there early.)


Wednesday, March 13
Rock On Foundation Presents: Sneakers & Speakers
Noon–6pm • Club Deville, 900 Red River St.
Free beer from (512) Brewing Company, complimentary cocktails from Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and BBQ from Rudy’s. Music by  Oh No Oh My, Feathers, Dallas Green, The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band, Chuck Inglish (The Cool Kids), and Stak5 (aka Stephen Jackson of the San Antonio Spurs).

Macbeth Presents Filter On Rainey Showcase
2–6pm • Lustre Pearl, 97 Rainey St.
Music by !!!, Wild Feathers, Solid Gold, and In the Valley Below. SX badges get priority, so once again, early is the word of the day.

Spotify Live Night Party
7pm • 1100 E. 5th St. (across the street from Fader Fort)
No details on this one yet beyond “live performances and a stunning visual show” — stay tuned for lineup announcements.


Thursday, March 14
Mint Records + Riot Act Media Day Party
11:30am–6pm • Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 E. 6th St.
Performances by Nardwuar & The Evaporators, Andrew WK, Dana Falconberry, The Blank Tapes, Deaf Club, and several others. Sponsored by PBR so maybe there’ll be some free beer.

AFHC & Japan Nite Presents - Japan Preview Day Show
1–7pm • The Grackle, 1700 E. 6th St.
Free food and beer, with music by a slate of Japanese bands.


Friday, March 15
Sonicbids Official SXSW Party
11:30am–5:30pm • Maggie Mae’s, 323 E. 6th Street
Free drinks and food, plus music by 12 bands including Wild Cub, Hey Marseilles, Imaginary Cities, Royal Teeth and others. (Note: This is billed as an official party, but in years past we’ve had no problem getting in with just an RSVP.)

Turntables on Town Lake
1–4pm • Leaves from Capital Cruises, 208 Barton Springs Rd.
Yacht party with free beer while it lasts, food, giveaways, and music by Deejay Theory, DJ Orion, DJ KB and others. (Note: They just added a “guaranteed entry” ticket option for $25 … which will probably make it tougher to get in for free. But, who knows?)


Saturday, March 16
Rachel Ray Feedback Party
10am–4pm • Stubb’s, 801 Red River St.
Free food and drinks, and a legit lineup featuring Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, Eagles of Death Metal, Delta Rae, Bob Schneider and others. We can’t say this enough: Get there super early if you want to avoid waiting in a gigantic line. Don’t say we didn’t warn ya!

Reverb Party
11am–6pm • Dirty Dog Bar, 505 E. 6th St.
Free beverages and music by The Hush Sound, High Highs, UME, Man Without Country, Slow Magic, and others.

Do512 Presents: The Big One
11am–6pm • TOPS Warehouse, 1100 E. 5th Street
Performances by The Polyphonic Spree, Big Freedia, Girl in a Coma and others.

SXSW 2013 RSVP Roundup: Part 2We’re just two weeks away from SXSW mayhem, and to help fan the flames, we’re dropping another batch of RSVPs on y’all today. Same deal as always: These parties should all be open to people without badges or wristbands, but some are tougher to get into than others — think Rachel Ray, Pandora, and all the Filter parties, to name a few — so make sure to show up early if you want to avoid crazy lines.In case you missed it, you can check out our first RSVP Roundup here — and for more festival tips and the full list of parties we’ve posted so far, swing by our special SXSW page.Stay tuned to this site, our Twitter feed, and our Facebook page for more RSVP updates, band recs and other SXSW-related goodness. Good luck out there! Multiple Days The Outlaw RoadshowSat. 3/9 and Sat. 3/16 • 8pm • Rusty’s Austin, 405 East 7th St.Three stages with music by 17 up-and-coming acts, including Little Brave, Vox Pop, Tyler Stenson and others. RSVP separately for Day 1 and Day 2.The Buffalo Lounge Mon. 3/11 (3–6pm); Tue. 3/12 and Wed. 3/13 (Noon–5pm) • 512 Bar, 408 E. 6th St. Free drinks, food and music.Red Bull Sound Select Presents: 120 Hours in Austin  Tue. 3/12 through Sat. 3/16 • 7pm • Gatsby’s, 409 E. 6th St.Five nights of parties — and you can help choose the openers. Full lineups TBA. (Note: Requires registration via Facebook.)Pandora Discovery Den Tue. 3/12 through Fri. 3/15 • 1pm–1am • Antone’s, 213 W. 5th St.Massive lineup at this four-day series, including Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Dead Prez, St. Lucia, The Hood Internet, Chali 2na and many others. (Note: These shows will be among the tougher unofficial parties to get into, but it doesn’t hurt to get yourself on the list and hope for the best.)DTS And Slacker Present: 2013 Filter On Rainey Showcase Wed. 3/13 and Thu. 3/14 • 1–7pm; 8pm–1am • Clive Bar, 609 Davis St.Hey, it’s another Filter showcase on Rainey Street! This one features Cold War Kids, Blondefire, !!!, Delorean, and others.British Music Embassy Wed. 3/13 through Sat. 3/16 • 1-6pm • Latitude 30, 512 San Jacinto St.Always a chill place to spend the afternoon and catch some fun bands from across the pond. Usually with some free food and drinks in the mix.Dr. Martens and Filter @ SXSW Thu. 3/14 and Fri. 3/15 • 3–7 pm + 9pm–1am • Bar 96, 96 Rainey St.Two days and nights of free music featuring Surfer Blood, The Thermals, Caveman, Wavves and others. (Note: Badges get bigtime priority at these Filter parties, but if you RSVP and show up early enough they’ll let you in.)The Dickies House: Filter on Rainey Showcase Thu. 3/14 and Fri. 3/15 (2–7pm + 9pm–2am); Sat. 3/16 (1–6pm) • Lustre Pearl, 97 Rainey St.Another legit Filter lineup: Fitz & the Tantrums, Diiv, The Joy Formidable, Frightened Rabbit, Diamond Rings, Icona Pop, Divine Fits, Talib Kweli and others.Wuwu Fest Thu. 3/14 through Sun. 3/17 • 2pm–2am • Wuwu Sushi, 1407 East 7th St.Free sushi and music by Why?, Wild Child, The Ton Tons, Letting Up Despite Great Faults, The Baker Family, and others.Thursday, March 7BIG BASHH (Big Ass Social Happy Hour) 7pm–2am • The Ranch, 710 West 6th St.Relaxed mixer with free drink tickets for those who get there early enough.Friday, March 8Ignite Social Media Party7–10pm • Molotov, 719 West 6th St.Free drinks and BBQ sandwiches. The RSVP password is: IgniteinsiderSaturday, March 9Yammer Meet-Up 10am–6pm • Hangar Lounge, 318 Colorado St.Tech industry hangout with free beverages and music.SXSW Food Crawl 2013 Noon–2pm • Meets at the Terrace of the Long Center for Performing Arts, S. 1st St. at Riverside DriveJoin a swarm of food bloggers as they bounce around between various downtown eateries. Schedule TBA.Klout Afternoon Delight LuncheonNoon–4pm • Klout Krib, 320 Le Grande Ave. (off East Riverside)Food, libations, and music.    MySearchNetwork.com SXSWi Local Throw-down Show-down 2013 Noon–5pm • Darwin’s Pub, 223 E 6th St.Free local food, beer and tequila, with live music and DJs.Sunday, March 10Whole Planet Foundation’s Unofficial Showcase 11am–7pm • Whole Foods, 525 N. Lamar Blvd.Wine, beer and snack “samples” plus a solid lineup with local faves Quiet Company, What Made Milwaukee Famous, O Conqueror, The Preservation, and others. Proceeds support The Whole Planet Foundation’s global programs.SF MusicTech Happy Hour 5–7pm • Conduit Corner, 7th & CongressHappy hour with free food.Techweek Chicago Party 8pm–Midnight • The Copa Bar & Grill, 217 Congress Ave.Open bar, 312 Beer, Chicago-style hot dogs, and live music. Interactive badge-holders get priority, but they’ll admit people from the guestlist on a first come, first served basis.Monday, March 11Gigya Grill Happy Hour 3–5pm • Copa Bar & Grill, 217 Congress Ave.Techie happy hour w/ complimentary drinks and food. (Note: This Eventbrite is just a request for an invitation; they will email you to confirm later.)COHO 5.0 6–10pm • Hudson on 5th, 301 West 5th St.Free drinks, food, treats from GoodPop, photobooth, music and more.Tuesday, March 12Reeperbahn Festival Stage 3–5pm • German Haus @ Icenhauer’s, 83 Rainey StreetFree beer (possibly only for badgeholders) and German bands.Wednesday, March 13Consequence of Sound’s Cosigns II 11:30am–6pm • The Parish Underground/ Beale St. Tavern, 214 E. 6th St.Lineup is still TBA, but this is always a good show, so get your RSVP in now.Bands, Beer, and Burgers Vol. 2 Noon–6:30pm • Hostelling International, 2200 S. Lakeshore Blvd. (off Riverside)Free local beer from Live Oak Brewing and Hops & Grain. Burgers for sale. Music by Bobby Jealousy, Burgess Meredith, and others.Thursday, March 14The Midgetmen’s Texas Jumpstart 6 Noon–5:30pm • Side Bar, 602 E. 7th St.Complimentary beverages. Music by The Midgetmen, Paws, Hounds Below, and others. More details coming soon.We Listen For You / sonaBLAST! Records Unofficial SXSW Party Noon–7pm • Kenny Dorham’s Backyard, 1106 E. 11th St.Free show featuring Royal Bangs, Miracles Of Modern Science, Et Tu Brucé, and an acoustic set by Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone of The Zombies, plus many others.Friday, March 15After The Gold Rush Noon–6pm • Red Eyed Fly, 715 Red River St.Nice lineup featuring Youth Lagoon, Surfer Blood, Poolside, Caveman, Bear Mountain and some other buzzy folks. Sponsored by Heineken and Hophead Vodka.The Tumblr House: Filter on Rainey Showcase 2–7pm and 9pm–2am • Clive Bar, 609 Davis St. Another chapter in Filter’s blitzkrieg takeover of the Rainey Street district, this shindig features the likes of Ra Ra Riot, Vacationer, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Andrew WK, Kitten, and a handful of other cool peeps.Saturday, March 16Rachel Ray Feedback Party 10am–4pm • Stubbs Music by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Eagles of Death Metal, Frightened Rabbit, Delta Rae and others. Free food and drinks, too, but only if you’re willing to stand in the longest line at SXSW. Seriously — get there as early as possible.Good Danny’s Day Party 10am–6pm • The Parish / The Parish Underground, 214 East 6th St.Free drinks, food and giveaways from Tito’s Vodka, East Side Pies and Progress Coffee.Pop Montreal Day Party Noon–6pm • Liberty, 1618-1/2 East 6th St.Free drinks if you get there early enough. Music by Bernie Worrell Orchestra, Pat Jordache, Sinkane and others.Heard about any cool events you don’t see on the list yet? Shoot us an email and let us know!
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SXSW 2013 RSVP Roundup: Part 2

We’re just two weeks away from SXSW mayhem, and to help fan the flames, we’re dropping another batch of RSVPs on y’all today. Same deal as always: These parties should all be open to people without badges or wristbands, but some are tougher to get into than others — think Rachel Ray, Pandora, and all the Filter parties, to name a few — so make sure to show up early if you want to avoid crazy lines.

In case you missed it, you can check out our first RSVP Roundup here — and for more festival tips and the full list of parties we’ve posted so far, swing by our special SXSW page.

Stay tuned to this site, our Twitter feed, and our Facebook page for more RSVP updates, band recs and other SXSW-related goodness. Good luck out there!


Multiple Days
The Outlaw Roadshow
Sat. 3/9 and Sat. 3/16 • 8pm • Rusty’s Austin, 405 East 7th St.
Three stages with music by 17 up-and-coming acts, including Little Brave, Vox Pop, Tyler Stenson and others. RSVP separately for Day 1 and Day 2.

The Buffalo Lounge
Mon. 3/11 (3–6pm); Tue. 3/12 and Wed. 3/13 (Noon–5pm) • 512 Bar, 408 E. 6th St.
Free drinks, food and music.

Red Bull Sound Select Presents: 120 Hours in Austin  
Tue. 3/12 through Sat. 3/16 • 7pm • Gatsby’s, 409 E. 6th St.
Five nights of parties — and you can help choose the openers. Full lineups TBA. (Note: Requires registration via Facebook.)

Pandora Discovery Den
Tue. 3/12 through Fri. 3/15 • 1pm–1am • Antone’s, 213 W. 5th St.
Massive lineup at this four-day series, including Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Dead Prez, St. Lucia, The Hood Internet, Chali 2na and many others. (Note: These shows will be among the tougher unofficial parties to get into, but it doesn’t hurt to get yourself on the list and hope for the best.)

DTS And Slacker Present: 2013 Filter On Rainey Showcase
Wed. 3/13 and Thu. 3/14 • 1–7pm; 8pm–1am • Clive Bar, 609 Davis St.
Hey, it’s another Filter showcase on Rainey Street! This one features Cold War Kids, Blondefire, !!!, Delorean, and others.

British Music Embassy
Wed. 3/13 through Sat. 3/16 • 1-6pm • Latitude 30, 512 San Jacinto St.
Always a chill place to spend the afternoon and catch some fun bands from across the pond. Usually with some free food and drinks in the mix.

Dr. Martens and Filter @ SXSW
Thu. 3/14 and Fri. 3/15 • 3–7 pm + 9pm–1am • Bar 96, 96 Rainey St.
Two days and nights of free music featuring Surfer Blood, The Thermals, Caveman, Wavves and others. (Note: Badges get bigtime priority at these Filter parties, but if you RSVP and show up early enough they’ll let you in.)

The Dickies House: Filter on Rainey Showcase
Thu. 3/14 and Fri. 3/15 (2–7pm + 9pm–2am); Sat. 3/16 (1–6pm) • Lustre Pearl, 97 Rainey St.
Another legit Filter lineup: Fitz & the Tantrums, Diiv, The Joy Formidable, Frightened Rabbit, Diamond Rings, Icona Pop, Divine Fits, Talib Kweli and others.

Wuwu Fest
Thu. 3/14 through Sun. 3/17 • 2pm–2am • Wuwu Sushi, 1407 East 7th St.
Free sushi and music by Why?, Wild Child, The Ton Tons, Letting Up Despite Great Faults, The Baker Family, and others.


Thursday, March 7
BIG BASHH (Big Ass Social Happy Hour)
7pm–2am • The Ranch, 710 West 6th St.
Relaxed mixer with free drink tickets for those who get there early enough.


Friday, March 8
Ignite Social Media Party
7–10pm • Molotov, 719 West 6th St.
Free drinks and BBQ sandwiches. The RSVP password is: Igniteinsider


Saturday, March 9
Yammer Meet-Up
10am–6pm • Hangar Lounge, 318 Colorado St.
Tech industry hangout with free beverages and music.

SXSW Food Crawl 2013 
Noon–2pm • Meets at the Terrace of the Long Center for Performing Arts, S. 1st St. at Riverside Drive
Join a swarm of food bloggers as they bounce around between various downtown eateries. Schedule TBA.

Klout Afternoon Delight Luncheon
Noon–4pm • Klout Krib, 320 Le Grande Ave. (off East Riverside)
Food, libations, and music.   

MySearchNetwork.com SXSWi Local Throw-down Show-down 2013 
Noon–5pm • Darwin’s Pub, 223 E 6th St.
Free local food, beer and tequila, with live music and DJs.


Sunday, March 10
Whole Planet Foundation’s Unofficial Showcase
11am–7pm • Whole Foods, 525 N. Lamar Blvd.
Wine, beer and snack “samples” plus a solid lineup with local faves Quiet Company, What Made Milwaukee Famous, O Conqueror, The Preservation, and others. Proceeds support The Whole Planet Foundation’s global programs.

SF MusicTech Happy Hour
5–7pm • Conduit Corner, 7th & Congress
Happy hour with free food.

Techweek Chicago Party
8pm–Midnight • The Copa Bar & Grill, 217 Congress Ave.
Open bar, 312 Beer, Chicago-style hot dogs, and live music. Interactive badge-holders get priority, but they’ll admit people from the guestlist on a first come, first served basis.


Monday, March 11
Gigya Grill Happy Hour
3–5pm • Copa Bar & Grill, 217 Congress Ave.
Techie happy hour w/ complimentary drinks and food. (Note: This Eventbrite is just a request for an invitation; they will email you to confirm later.)

COHO 5.0 
6–10pm • Hudson on 5th, 301 West 5th St.
Free drinks, food, treats from GoodPop, photobooth, music and more.


Tuesday, March 12
Reeperbahn Festival Stage
3–5pm • German Haus @ Icenhauer’s, 83 Rainey Street
Free beer (possibly only for badgeholders) and German bands.


Wednesday, March 13
Consequence of Sound’s Cosigns II
11:30am–6pm • The Parish Underground/ Beale St. Tavern, 214 E. 6th St.
Lineup is still TBA, but this is always a good show, so get your RSVP in now.

Bands, Beer, and Burgers Vol. 2 
Noon–6:30pm • Hostelling International, 2200 S. Lakeshore Blvd. (off Riverside)
Free local beer from Live Oak Brewing and Hops & Grain. Burgers for sale. Music by Bobby Jealousy, Burgess Meredith, and others.


Thursday, March 14
The Midgetmen’s Texas Jumpstart 6 
Noon–5:30pm • Side Bar, 602 E. 7th St.
Complimentary beverages. Music by The Midgetmen, Paws, Hounds Below, and others. More details coming soon.

We Listen For You / sonaBLAST! Records Unofficial SXSW Party
Noon–7pm • Kenny Dorham’s Backyard, 1106 E. 11th St.
Free show featuring Royal Bangs, Miracles Of Modern Science, Et Tu Brucé, and an acoustic set by Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone of The Zombies, plus many others.


Friday, March 15
After The Gold Rush
Noon–6pm • Red Eyed Fly, 715 Red River St.
Nice lineup featuring Youth Lagoon, Surfer Blood, Poolside, Caveman, Bear Mountain and some other buzzy folks. Sponsored by Heineken and Hophead Vodka.

The Tumblr House: Filter on Rainey Showcase
2–7pm and 9pm–2am • Clive Bar, 609 Davis St.
Another chapter in Filter’s blitzkrieg takeover of the Rainey Street district, this shindig features the likes of Ra Ra Riot, Vacationer, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Andrew WK, Kitten, and a handful of other cool peeps.


Saturday, March 16
Rachel Ray Feedback Party
10am–4pm • Stubbs
Music by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Eagles of Death Metal, Frightened Rabbit, Delta Rae and others. Free food and drinks, too, but only if you’re willing to stand in the longest line at SXSW. Seriously — get there as early as possible.

Good Danny’s Day Party
10am–6pm • The Parish / The Parish Underground, 214 East 6th St.
Free drinks, food and giveaways from Tito’s Vodka, East Side Pies and Progress Coffee.

Pop Montreal Day Party
Noon–6pm • Liberty, 1618-1/2 East 6th St.
Free drinks if you get there early enough. Music by Bernie Worrell Orchestra, Pat Jordache, Sinkane and others.


Heard about any cool events you don’t see on the list yet? Shoot us an email and let us know!

The Week in Cool: May 31 - June 4


Thursday, May 31
Lumineers In-Store Performance
5pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
Free show and free Shiner.

Learning Secrets w/ Baio
10pm–2am • The Belmont, 305 W. 6th St. • Free
Free show, plus a free Sailor Jerry Rum drink for the first 100 people with the SceneTap iPhone app.


Friday, June 1
Friday Happy Hour with My Fit Foods
4pm • Prize, 202 Colorado St. • Free
Summer wines & beers sponsored by Glazer’s.

Phoebe Hunt In-Store Performance
5pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
Free show and free Shiner.

Luxe Loves Local
5–7pm • Luxe Apothetique, 201 West 2nd St. • Free
Champagne cocktails, treats, and giveaways.

Rhett Miller In-Store Performance
6pm • Waterloo Records, 6th and Lamar • Free
Free show and free Shiner.

Movies in the Park: Jurassic Park
8:30pm • Republic Square Park, 5th and Guadalupe • Free

UV Vodka Ladies Night
9pm • Haven, 409-B Colorado St. • Free
Free pink Haven cup to ladies who arrive before 11pm, and free UV Vodka drinks before 1am.


Saturday, June 2
Open Casting Call for “Machete Kills”
10am–6pm • Austin Studios, 1901 E. 51st St. • Free
Here’s a chance to realize your lifelong dream of working alongside Danny Trejo. No experience necessary.

2ND Street Soundcheck
1–7pm • 2nd Street between Colorado and San Antonio • Free
Performances by Polica, Rogue Wave, Alpha Rev, Ponderosa, Seryn and Cowboy & Indian at a festival celebrating local businesses, restaurants and nonprofits.

Friday Night Lights Outdoor Screening        **Party of the Week**
6:30–10pm • Hotel San Jose, 1316 S. Congress Ave. • Free
Free screening of the pilot and finale of Friday Night Lights with the cast and crew in attendance, plus music by Alicia Witt, Tigerbone, and Cowboy and Indian. Food and drinks from Cornucopia Popcorn, Blue Bell, and Sweet Leaf Tea.

QueerBomb 2012
7–10pm • Pine Street Station, 1101 E. 5th at Waller • Free
Rally, procession and afterparty with DJs, drinks and dancing in celebration of Austin’s LGBTQIA community.


Sunday, June 3
Capital Techno Presents Summer Jam 2012
1–9pm • Emma Long Park, 1600 City Park Road • Free entry, but parking is $5/car
All-day party on the shore of Lake Austin featuring a marathon of house and techno tunes. BYOB and food to throw on the grill if you are so inclined.

Groovy Sunday at South Austin Brewing
3–7pm • South Austin Brewing, 415 E. Saint Elmo Rd., Ste. 1D • Free
Drink beer and watch performances by the Saint Elmo Trio and Patrick’s Beard & the Rusty Razors. The Belgian Waffle Company will be selling waffles.

The Green Door Record Party: Women Who Rock Edition
10pm–2am • Rio Rita, 1308 E. 6th St. • Free
DJs Leslie Cottrill and Sala Suber join Scotty Upton for a night of eclectic vinyl rock ‘n’ roll records featuring 60s garage, fuzz, psych, proto punk, 70s glam, folk, heavy, punk and other selections.


Monday, June 4
International Food and Beverage Society Presents: Meat and Greet
8pm • Volstead Lounge at Hotel Vegas, 1500 E. 6th St. • Free
Free BBQ — an island-style whole roasted goat, to be exact — and specials on Mt. Gay Rum. Tunes by DJ Orion.


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Cool at SXSW: Tuesday, March 13

Here’s our list of today’s top free events. Take note that some of the RSVPs have closed, as noted. Have fun! As always, keep an eye on our Twitter feed for more party info as it comes in.


Spotify House
Noon–6pm • 1010 E. Cesar Chavez • RSVP required; still open
Free drinks and food; music by Yellow Ostrich (1pm) and others. Watch the @SpotifySouth Twitter account for lineup updates throughout the week.

A Music OVRLD Presented by The Boxing Lesson
Noon–10pm • Guero’s Taco Bar, 1412 S. Congress • Free w/ RSVP
Music by The Great Nostalgic, The Good The Bad, The Hi-Tones, Sorne, and others. Tito’s Vodka and Cazadores drink specials.

All Tamara’s Parties
Noon–2am • Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 E. 6th St. • Free, no RSVP
Music by 33 bands, including Zorch, Dikes of Holland, The Eastern Sea, The Sour Notes, and many others.

Jansport Bonfire Sessions
1–6pm • Mohawk, 912 Red River St. • RSVP required; now closed
Free drinks, snacks and giveaways. Music by White Denim, Strange Boys, Bear Hands, and Fly Golden Eagle.

SXSFree
2–7pm • Hickory Street, 800 N Congress Ave. • Free; no RSVP
Free vodka cocktails, cookies, and music by Geography, Politics, Dear Science, The Eastern Sea (solo performance with Matt Hines), and Driver Friendly.

SXSW Space Party
3–11:30 • The Granada House, 1184 Greenwood Ave. • Free, no RSVP
Free beer + music by Megafauna, Zlam Dunk, Feuding Fathers, Equals, Boyfrndz, Whitey on the Moon, and others.

Art Disaster No. 14
8pm–2am • Beauty Bar, 617 E. 7th St. • Free w/ RSVP
Music by Boy + Kite, The White White Lights, Cotton Mather, White Mystery, and others. Skip the line with free VIP back-alley entrance by Liking Bleach’s Facebook page.

Kool Keith Party Extravaganza
8pm–2am • Beauty Ballroom, 2015 E. Riverside • Free w/ RSVP
Free Sailor Jerry rum (8-9pm) + music by Kool Keith, Kid Slyce, and Phranchyze.

Hype Hotel: The Syndicate’s Conflict of Interest Party
8pm–3am • 504 Trinity St. • RSVP required; now closed
Free Tito’s Vodka, Miller Lite, and Taco Bell. Music by Miniature Tigers, Dale Earnhardt Jr Jr, and Delta Spirit. Pick up Hype Hotel badge from 1pm–1am.

PureVolume House Party
Midnight–4am • 2nd and Trinity Street • RSVP required; still open
Open bar + music by Moonlight Gram, Harriet, Exitmusic, Choir of Young Believers, and Mirel Wagner. Badge pickup runs from 2–10pm.

The Week Ahead: May 10–15

Now that last week’s freak cold front is behind us, we’re ready to proclaim that summer is here. Now get out there and enjoy it!


Tuesday, 5/10
The Wagoneers In-Store Show
5pm • Waterloo Records, 6th & Lamar • Free
Free music and Shiner.

Free Beer at I Luv Video
5pm • I Luv Video, 4803 Airport Blvd. • Free
Self-explanatory…


Wednesday, 5/11
Free Wine Tasting at Cool River Café
5–6:30pm • Cool River Café, 4001 W. Parmer Lane • Free
Complimentary appetizers and wine from Alexander Valley Vineyards. You can also buy a glass or bottle for half price.
 
Wine Down Wednesdays
5–7pm • ACL Live at the Moody Theatre, 310 W. Willie Nelson Blvd. • Free
Free show with music by Cindy Cashdollar, Bill Kirchin & Sarah Brown. Food samples by Cantina Laredo.
 
Movies in the Park: The Hudsucker Proxy
Dusk • Republic Square Park • Free
“You know… for kids!”

Dive Bar Grand Opening Party
5pm–2am • Dive Bar and Lounge, 1703 Guadalupe • Free
Free food from Along Came a Slider, free Dive Bar merch. DJ Czech One spinning rare vinyl all night.


Thursday, 5/12
Vagina: The Zine Launch Party
8pm–Midnight • Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 East 6th Street • Free
Free cupcakes, live music, giveaways, and a photo booth.

Jose Cuervo Subterraneo Party
10pm–1am • Copper Tank, 504 Trinity St. (aka the Pure Volume House venue) • Free w/ RSVP
Free cocktails and music from DJ Prepmode. RSVP is required.


Friday, 5/13
Austin Bat Cave CD Release Party & Benefit Show
9pm–2am • Mohawk, 10th and Red River • Suggested donation of $5-$10
Live music by Sunset, Focus Group, Western Ghost House, Crooks, and Comanche Club. All proceeds will go to creative writing programs at the Austin Bat Cave.


Saturday, 5/14
Black Sheep Lodge 2nd Birthday Bash
2-5pm • Black Sheep Lodge, 2108 S. Lamar • Free w/ RSVP
RSVP for complimentary beer while it lasts. Plus: crawfish boil, spiked watermelon, drink specials. Music by More Cowbell and Whiskey Shivers.

Crawfish Boil at Gibson
2pm–2am • Gibson Bar, 1109 South Lamar Blvd. • Free
Adult slip-n-slide party, with drink specials and $15 all-you-can-eat crawfish.

Yellow Bike Project’s 14th Birthday Party
4pm–Midnight • 1216 Webberville Rd. • Free
Real Ale beer, Rudy’s BBQ, live music and dancing. 50 free kids’ bikes for the first 50 kids. Music by Hex Dispensers, Mole People, Bike Problems, the Vommettes, and Cominatcha.

Unite: Gay Wedding Themed Launch Party
8pm–2am • Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 E. Sixth St. • Free
Free Tito’s Vodka drinks for the first 100 people. Music by Diving and DJs Jorge Peña and Colin Bass.


Sunday, 5/15
Do512 Presents: Honky Tonk Brunch
Noon–4pm • Momo’s, 618 W 6th St. • $3 w/ RSVP, $5 without
Complimentary Deep Eddy Bloody Marys and Deep Lemonades while they last. $10 brunch catered by Hoover’s (worrrth it!). Music by Lucas Hudgins and The Beaumonts.

Room Service Vintage 30th Anniversary Skate Party
8-11pm • Playland Skate Center, 8822 McCann Drive • Free
Free skating party with cake and giveaways. Passes available all week at Room Service Vintage,
107 E. North Loop Blvd.


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SXSW Party Highlights: Friday, March 18

Here are today’s SXSW free party highlights. As always, everything below is open to the badgeless/wristbandless, but some required RSVPs (where noted). Also, you’re going to want to get to these parties as early as possible. Check our Twitter feed for updates. Party on!

DAY PARTIES

SpokesBuzz Fort Collins
10:30am-6pm • The 512, 408 E 6th St.
Free New Belgium Beer, margaritas and food
RSVP required, still open

Filter’s Culture Collide Party
11:30am-6pm • Cedar Street Courtyard
Free BBQ
RSVP required; now closed

AV Club Austin’s March Into Softness
Noon-6pm • Mohawk
Free beer + Starbucks
Low, Baths, Ted Leo, Sharon Van Etten, etc.
RSVP email: avclubRSVP@theonion.com

The Loyalty Firm & The Boxing Lesson Unofficial SXSW Event
Noon-10pm • Guero’s, 1412 South Congress
RSVP now closed

Standard Recording Co.’s Craftacular Music Carnivale
Noon-8pm • Gypsy Lounge, 1504 E. 6th St.
Free drinks
RSVP for priority entry; still open

MOKB Glitter Taco Smoosh Party
Noon–8pm • Peckerheads
Free drinks and tacos
RSVP now closed

Front Gate Tickets SXSW Morning After Party
Noon–5pm • Front Gate Tickets, 1711 S. Congress
Free tacos + bloody marys   
Miami Horror, Eli Paper Boy Reed, Beats Antique, etc.
RSVP required; still open

BAMM.tv Presents: “No Badge, No Prob” App Launch Party
Noon -6pm • Palm Door
Open bar
RSVP required; now closed

Requiemme Mgmt and Devildoll Booking Day Party
Noon-7pm • Aquarium
Free beer from Lagunitas Brewing
No RSVP required

Vanguard and Sugar Hill Records SXSW Day Party
Noon-6pm • The Belmont, 305 W 6th St.
Free Hansen’s Soda, swag
The Gourds, Matt Nathanson, etc.
RSVP required; still open

Rhapsody Rocks Austin
Noon-6pm • Club De Ville
Free beer; Music by Deerhunter, Glasser, Small Black, etc.
RSVP required; now closed

Frye Days at SXSW
Noon–5:30 p.m. • Speakeasy, 412 D Congress
The One AM Radio, Those Dancing Days, Agnes Obel, etc.
RSVP required; still open

Baeblemusic Takes On Texas
Noon–7 • The Phoenix
Datarock, The Boxer Rebellion, The Rural Alberta Advantage, etc.
RSVP required; still open

Terrace Party at the W Hotel
1–6pm • The W
Dirty Vegas, Oh Land, Grouplove, Zowie, Theophilus London, etc.
RSVP required; now closed

The Fader Fort by Fiat
1–8pm • Pine Street Station
Free beer & mixed drinks; great bands
RSVP required, now closed (make sure to pick up your wristband outside the venue)

MidCoast Takeover
2pm–2am • The Liberty, 1618 E 6th St.
Free beer
RSVP requested; still open

Dickies @ SXSW
3pm–1am • Lustre Pearl
Gayngs, Black Lips, Little Dragon, Noah and the Whale, Dum Dum Girls, etc.
RSVP required; now closed

BUZZNET Kiss Me Deadly Party
2–8pm • PureVolume House, 3rd and Trinity
Kerli, The Sounds, Eisley, Kitten, The Indecent; (all ages show)
RSVP for PureVolume required (make sure to pick up your PureVolume badge)


LATE NIGHT

Hype Machine After Hours
11pm–4am • PureVolume House
Clock Opera, Baths, Jonquil, Jamie Woon, Mount Kimbie
RSVP for PureVolume required (make sure to pick up your PureVolume badge)

IHeartComix & Fool’s Gold Present: Past Yo Bedtime
Midnight-4am • Secret location TBA
RSVP still open


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SXSW Party Highlights: Wednesday 3/16

Are y’all ready to get the real party started? Here is our list of free events to kick off the first day of SXSW Music in style. Everything listed below is open to the badgeless/wristbandless, but several of the parties require RSVPs — many of which are now closed, so hopefully you checked out our roundups last week. We recommend showing up early to make sure you get in; we’ll provide updates on wait times via our Twitter feed as we hear about them.

Have fun!

DAY PARTIES

IAMSOUND
11:30am–6pm • Shangri-La   
Friendly Fires, Foster the People, Theophilus London, Mount Kimbie, DOM, Newvillager
DJ Sets by Local Natives
Free Sailor Jerry Rum
RSVP required; now closed

Paste Party
11:30am–8pm • 508 E 6th
Free Qdoba burritos
RSVP still open

BridgeClubMusic Day Party
11:30am–6pm • The Liberty, 1618 1/2 East 6th St.
The Hood Internet, Neiliyo, Penguin Prison, Keepaway, etc.
Free beer
Free; no RSVP required
 
Brooklyn Vegan Day Party
Noon–6pm • Emo’s
Surfer Blood, Mister Heavenly, The Vaccines , Chiddy Bang, Darwin Deez, A Place To Bury Strangers, Turbo Fruits, Anamanaguchi
Free drinks and food
Free, No RSVP required

Glitoris vs BIGSTEREO
Noon-6pm • Barbarella
WhoMadeWho, RAC DJs, Database, T.E.E.D., Wolf Gang, Young Empires, The Good Natured, etc.
RSVP for priority; still open
 
San Diego invades Austin
Noon-6pm • Lustre Pearl
Free tacos and beer
RSVP required; still open

Eat Your Own Ears | Windish Agency / Austinist SXSW Opening Day Party
Noon–6pm • Mohawk, 912 Red River
Cloud Control, Cloud Nothings, Foster the People, Givers, Hanni El Khatib, Noah & the Whale, Royal Bangs, The Holidays, Twin Shadow
Free; no RSVP required

Texas Jumpstart Party
Noon–6pm • Hole in the Wall, 2538 Guadalupe
Ezra Furman & The Harpoons, Country Mice, Sleeptalkers, Shilpa Ray & Her Happy Hookers, Hollerado, Gay Blades, The Midgetmen
Free with RSVP; still open

IODA’s Opening Day Bash
Noon–6pm • Emos’ Annex, 603 Red River
Gold Panda, Beach Fossils, Typhoon, The Bewitched Hands, True Widow, Aphasia, Weekend, Fredrik, Queen Sea Big Shark, Geographer
No RSVP; all ages; free and open to the public

Flavorpill + The MuseBox + I Rock I Roll + The Bell House NY are AUSTIN BFFs
Noon-6pm • Lipstick 24
RSVP required; now closed

Tiger Mountain and Noise Pop Present: Brooklyn vs. The Bay
Noon-6pm • Red Eyed Fly
Open bar
RSVP required; now closed

Baeblemusic Takes On Texas
Noon-7pm • The Phoenix
The Knux, Opio, Casual and DJ Toure of the Hieroglyphics, Sims, Jim-E-O, Cadence Weapon, K-Flay
RSVP required; still open
 
Terrorbird Media & Force Field PR Party
Noon–6pm • Red 7
Cloud Nothings, Pictureplane, Toro y Moi
Free, no RSVP required
 
Eventbrite Party
1-7pm • Empire Auto
Free Dos Equis and Firefly Vodka
RSVP required; now closed

The Fader Fort by Fiat
1-8pm • Pine Street Station
Free beer & mixed drinks; great bands
RSVP required, now closed (make sure to pick up your wristband outside the venue)

PureVolume House
2–7pm; Midnight–4am • 504 Trinity
Early show: Anthony Green, The New Regime, Twin Atlantic, Grand Tarantula
Late show: Drop The Lime, Moby, Telephoned, Oberhofer
RSVP & PureVolume badge required

Gettin’ Frunk as Duck
2–8pm • Peckerheads
Free tacos & beer
RAC, Adventure, Millionyoung, Toubab Krewe, Houses, STRFKR, T Bird & The Breaks; etc.
Free with RSVP; still open


EVENING

Dance Your Face Off! and Slopnessmonster.com SXSW Showcase
7pm–2am • District 301
Free Lone Star beer (while it lasts)
RSVP required; still open

MTV Woodie Awards
8:30pm–2am • Austin Music Hall
Sleigh Bells, Two Door Cinema Club, Foo Fighters; hosted by Donald Glover
RSVP required, now closed

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Week
10pm–2am • Chupacabra Cantina
Free drinks
Zoobombs, Operator Please, Some Community, Ice Black Birds
To get on the list, you have to “Like” their Facebook page

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New Year’s Eve Parties

Ah, New Year’s Eve. A time to reflect on the previous year, make resolutions for the next one, and drink fancy liquor in formalwear.

You might notice that our list this week is a bit of a departure from our usual schedule of events that are free or, at the very least, dirt cheap. Because it’s New Year’s and there are so many things going on, we’ve decided to put together an orderly but comprehensive list of options that goes beyond our usual range of zero to $10. This week’s events range from zero to, well, borderline extortion. But hey, if you dig bottle service and your entourage is rolling 20 deep—or if you just want to splurge on a top-shelf open bar—maybe there’s something on here for you. For everyone else, we’ve sorted all the parties by price, so you can easily find something that’s within your budget. Or just look for a good house party.

Whatever you end up doing, drive safe, or call Austin Sober Ride at 657-2999 for a free cab ride home from 11pm–3am. Happy New Year, you crazy kids.

 
NYE at Cheer Up Charlie’s
Free • 9 pm-2 am (RSVP requested)
Cheer Up Charlie’s, 1104 East 6th St.
Free food and drinks (from 9-10pm) from The Vegan Yacht, Sugartooth Bakery, Torchy’s Tacos, Home Slice Pizza, Treaty Oak Rum, Graham’s Texas Tea, Tito’s Vodka and Firefly Vodka. Featuring giveaways and music from The Sour Notes, Follow That Bird, Missions, Cartright, Zorch, No Mas Bodas, Marmalakes, Bodytronix, Mermaid Blonde, Tiny Tin Hearts.

Austin’s New Year
Free • 5–10:30pm
Auditorium Shores, South 1st Street and Riverside Drive
The city’s official NYE celebration: Music by Charanga Cakewalk, Tje Austin, Lannaya West African Drum and Dance Ensemble, Mother Falcon, and The Biscuit Brothers. Screenings of more than a dozen short films by Austin filmmakers. Also of note: “artistic, circus-style performances”; demonstrations by the Austin Bike Zoo; fireworks; food (for purchase) from local vendors.

NYE Party at Rebel’s Honky Tonk
Free • 8pm–2am
Rebel’s Honky Tonk, 305 W. 5th Street
No cover all night. Free champagne toast, drink specials, party favors, and “raging dance tunes” by DJ Jeremy.

NYE at Hudson on Fifth
Free • 4pm-2am
Hudson on Fifth, 301 West 5th Street
No cover all night. For table reservation packages, call 450-4753 or email melissa@fifthstreetentertainment.com.

New Year’s Eve Sock Hop at Shangri-La
$10 • 9pm–2am
Shangri-La, 1016 East 6th Street
The Second Sunday Sock Hop DJs spin dance tunes from the ’50s and ’60s.

New Year’s Eve with DJ Mel / Zeale / The Shears / Hi Tones
$10 inside only, $15 all access • 8pm
Beauty Bar, 617 E. 7th St.
Complimentary champagne toast at midnight.
 
NYE Reggae Ball
$10 • 9 pm
Flamingo Cantina, 515 E. Sixth Street
Featuring Tribal Nation & The Mau Mau Chaplains
 
Spiderhouse Glitters Eve NYE Party
$10 • 8 pm
Spiderhouse, 2906 Fruth Street
Featuring Leaders of the Gang, The Shakewells, The Bad Lovers, Cowabunga Babes, DJs Sue Purr, Tweedy, Allen, Sara O and Ben Blackout

New Year’s Eve at Emo’s (Inside)
$12 • 10pm-2am • Tickets
Emo’s, 603 Red River Street
Featuring White Denim, Drizztian Swamper, John Welely Coleman

Happy Fecking New Year
$15 • 6pm-2am
Fado Irish Pub, 214 W. 4th Street
Champagne toast at 6pm (to ring in the Irish New Year) and again at midnight. The $15 cover begins at 8pm, but you get $10 back in Fado cash. Music by The Blaggards.

The Good Foot: A Live Funk Mash-Up
$15 advance, $20 door • 9pm-2am • Tickets
Scoot Inn, 1308 E. 4th St.
Live music by The Sugarfoot Family All-Stars 10-piece funk orchestra. Dance party and performances by The Sugarfoot Hustlers eight-woman dance squad. Turntable sets by Soul Happening’s DJ Greg Most. Vintage funk video projections by El Proyector. Costumes encouraged.

New Year’s Eve with The Sword
$17 advance, $20 day of show • 8pm • Tickets
Mohawk, 912 Red River St.
The Sword / Mammoth Grinder/ Eagle Claw. Champagne (of Beers) toast at midnight.

The Action Pack’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve Sing Along
$18 • 10pm • Tickets
Alamo Drafthouse Ritz, 320 E. 6th Street
Featuring an official countdown based on the world atomic clock, a free champagne toast, and “the most confetti per square foot of any other party in town.”

The Bright Light Social Hour Vinyl Release Party (Live CD recording and DVD shoot)
$20 advance, $25 day of show (includes free champagne toast) • 9 pm
The Parish, 214-C E. Sixth Street
Featuring The Bright Light Social Hour, L.A.X and more

New Year’s Eve with ColdTowne Theater
$20 for each show, or $30 for both • 8pm–Late • Tickets
Salvage Vanguard Theatre, 2803 Manor Road
Two comedy plays—Dead Uncle Ted (8pm) and Loose Fish (10pm)—and a ‘60s dance party on stage after the shows (11:30pm). BYOB.

Foot Patrol New Year’s Eve: Prince vs. Michael Jackson + Karaoke Apocalypse
$20 advance, $25 door • 8:30pm • Tickets
ND @ 501 Studios, 501 I-35
Foot Patrol plays classics by Prince and MJ. Pick a song and sing with the band during the Karaoke Apocalypse portion of the evening.

NYE at Emo’s (Outside)
$25 • 9 pm • Tickets
Emo’s, 603 Red River Street
Featuring 100 Monkeys, Kissing Club

Warren Hood / The Bellville Outfit / The Goods
$25 • 9pm • Tickets
Momo’s, 618 West Sixth Street

New Year’s Eve at The Highball: Dance Through the Decades (Update: SOLD OUT)
$25 dance party ticket (includes champagne toast and two cocktails); dinner package and bottle service available for additional costs • 10pm
Dance your way through the decades with Henri and the Action Pack as they present a music video dance party covering the ’70s through 2010. Costumes from different decades encouraged. See website for info on dinner and bottle service options.

New Year’s Eve Improv Extravaganza
$25 • 8pm (early show) and 10:30pm (late show)
The Hideout Theatre, 617 Congress Avenue
Live improv shows, games and scenes. New Year’s chocolates at the early show, midnight champagne toast at the late show.

Shiny Disco Ball at Firehouse
$25 general admission, $50 VIP • 8pm
The Firehouse Lounge, 605 Brazos St.
Hors d’oeuvres, champagne, party favors and a dance mix by DJ B and Mikey C. VIP includes 2 free drinks and a dedicated bartender.

Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears / Grupo Fantasma (Update: SOLD OUT)
$27 • 8pm
La Zona Rosa, 612 W 4th St.

A New Year’s Eve Party with Jimmie Vaughan
$30 • 8pm
Antone’s, 213 West 5th St.
Jimmie Vaughan / Mike Flanigin’s B3 Trio / The Horton Brothers

T-Bird and the Breaks
$32 • 9pm
Stubbs (indoors), 801 Red River

New Year’s Eve with Bob Schneider
$35-$105 • 8pm • Tickets
Paramount Theater, 713 Congress Ave.

Kraddy, Mad Classey vs. Irresponsible Voltron
$40 advance, $50 at the door, $75 VIP • 9pm • Tickets
Ace’s Lounge, 222 E. 6th St.

New Year’s Eve at Speakeasy
$44 general admission; $75 reserved table; $100 priority admission (with open bar); bottle service available for additional cost • 8pm-2am
Speakeasy on the Avenue, 412 Congress Ave.
Matchmaker Band and DJs. Complimentary champagne toast.

Cake / White Ghost Shivers / Agent Ribbons (Update: SOLD OUT)
$50, $75 • 8pm
Austin Music Hall, 208 Nueces St.

New Year’s Eve Party at The Driskill
$65 • 8pm–Late
The Driskill Hotel, 604 Brazos St.
An evening of food and entertainment. Tickets available at the front desk.
 
“When Harry Met Sally” New Year’s Feast
$75 • 7pm • Tickets
Alamo Drafthouse Downtown, 320 E. 6th Street
Film screening with a themed four-course menu and a midnight champagne toast.

New Year’s Eve at The Belmont
$75 advance, $100 at the door • 10pm-2am
The Belmont, 305 West 6th Street
Open bar from 10pm–2am, party favors, late night snacks, and a champagne toast.

New Year’s Eve Casino Celebration
$75 • 8:30pm–12:30am
Norris Conference Center, 2525 West Anderson Lane
Open bar from 8:30-10:30pm; cash bar 9:30pm–midnight. Complimentary appetizer buffet, champagne toast, and a DJ spinning hits from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. Semiformal to black tie required. Winnings from casino games (blackjack, craps, roulette, etc.) can be used to participate in a raffle. Benefits Families in Need.

NYE at The Rooftop on Sixth
$85 • 9pm–2am
The Rooftop on Sixth, 403 E. 6th Street
Open bar until 1am. Purchase tickets at the bar any day between 8–11pm or 1–3pm Wednesday and Thursday. For table reservations, call 942-7663 or email rooftoponsixth@gmail.com.
 
La Sombra’s New Year’s Eve Bash
$95 • 8pm–Midnight
La Sombra, 4800 Burnet Road
Dinner buffet, drinks (international selection of wine and beer) and live music by Cienfuegos. Proceeds benefit Leadership Austin.
For tickets, call 458-1100 or stop by the restaurant.
 
New Years Eve at Seaholm Power Plant
$100 • 9pm-3am • Tickets
Seaholm Power Plant, 214 West Ave.
N.A.S.A. / Ladytron / DJ Set featuring Reuben Wu / Markus with a K
Multiple dance floors and lounges, valet parking, free hors d’oeuvres and champagne, video and light shows.
 
New Year’s Eve at Kung Fu Saloon
$100 • 8pm (RSVP is required)      
Kung Fu Saloon, 510 Rio Grande St.
Includes open bar (including top shelf), sushi bar by Kenichi, ice shot block, self-serve champagne bar, free games all night, T-shirt, music by DJ Kenja.
Call 512-751-8002 or email brandi@kungfusaloon.com to RSVP

NYE at Canvas Bar
$100 • 9pm
Canvas Bar, 105 E. 5th Street
Top-shelf open bar, Italian food buffet. Music by DJ Daze (Top 40, hiphop, house, and rock).
For tickets, call 415-3112.

Parkside New Year’s Eve
$100 • 10pm-2am • Tickets
Parkside, 301 E. 6th Street
Open bar, champagne toast, hors d’oeuvres, and sweets. Music by DJ Thunderball and a photo booth by Devaki Knowles.

New Year’s Eve at Hotel Saint Cecilia
$100 • 8pm–Midnight
Hotel Saint Cecilia, 112 Academy Drive
Open bar, hors d’oeuvres (crab cakes, pork tenderloin, herbed supli with mozzarella), performances by Topaz and Mudphonic.
For tickets, call 852-2409 or email lisa.reile@hotelsaintcecilia.com

Gibson Ski Lodge New Year’s Eve Party
$115 • 9 pm • Tickets
Gibson Bar, 1109 South Lamar Boulevard
Gibson Bar will be transformed into the Ski Lodge on South Lamar with 30 tons of real snow. Ticket includes complimentary commemorative ski caps, appetizers, beverages, dancing, and many photo ops in the hot tub—plus a champagne toast to ring in 2011. Dress code is ski attire.

NYE at Malverde (Update: SOLD OUT)
$125 • 9pm-2am
Malverde, 400 W. 2nd Street
Premium open bar all night. Champagne toast, party favors and desserts. Music by DJ F**king A and photo booth by Trevor Ray Thompson.

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