Austin, Texas is The Live Music Capital of the World. The city may host the acclaimed South by Southwest film and music festival once a year, but its ever-changing mix of live music venues, dance clubs and concert halls is booming with music just about every night. There’s no denying that this city lives up to its slogan.

Austin’s nightlife scene is overflowing with new vibrant venues and old neighborhood dives. Up-and-coming Second Street delivers an assorted collection of trendy lounges, which present patrons with impressive wine lists and fanciful cocktails. The ultra-famous 6th Street area offers just about every after-dark option imaginable, from billiard halls to dueling piano bars to posh dance clubs. The Warehouse District features a varied selection, which includes an elegant wine and tapas bar, an upscale blues lounge and a gay country & western nightclub. The University Area serves up some old taverns and traditional pubs. South Austin presents a number of true Texan honky-tonks. And, North Austin offers a circus-themed nightclub that lets you bring your own liquor.

Austin residents take pride in their beloved city’s unconventional and abundant nightlife scene. However, when the sun comes up, they never hesitate to take part in the city’s limitless daytime opportunities as well.