Austin Events This Week (August 3–9): Concerts, Live Music, Comedy & More
Looking for something fun to do in Austin this week? From chart-topping concerts and indie rock shows to free community events, improv comedy, and live reggae, there's something happening every day across the city. Whether you're planning a date night, a family outing, or a weekend with friends, here's your guide to some of Austin's can't-miss events for August 3–9.
Monday, August 3
Kick off the week by learning a new hobby at Dungeons & Dragons: Beginner's Night at Pinballz Lake Creek, where new players can jump into the world of tabletop role-playing for free. Music lovers can also catch Melanie Martinez on her HADES: THE SACRIFICE tour at Moody Center or enjoy an evening of soulful R&B with Ella Mai at ACL Live.
Tuesday, August 4
Tuesday offers a mix of nostalgia, local music, and relaxed vibes. Relive the biggest hits of the '80s with Howard Jones during his Things Can Only Get Better Tour at ACL Live, enjoy free live country rock with Dean Seltzer & The Redneck Mothers at Parmer Lane Tavern, or wind down at Tuesdays Unplugged with local singer-songwriters at Speakeasy.
Wednesday, August 5
Celebrate 25 years of Hedwig with John Cameron Mitchell during his anniversary movie tour at Emo's. Fans of classic rock can enjoy O.A.R.'s Three Decades Tour featuring Gavin DeGraw and Lisa Loeb, while reggae lovers can spend the evening at Dreadneck Wednesdays at Flamingo Cantina with live music and authentic Jamaican food.
Thursday, August 6
Thursday is packed with unforgettable performances. Indie rock fans won't want to miss Of Montreal with Sloppy Jane at Mohawk Austin. Grammy-nominated Afroman brings his signature mix of hip-hop and comedy to Pershing Hall, while electronic music fans can dance the night away with Slushii at Come and Take It Live.
Friday, August 7
Start your weekend with high-energy live entertainment. Eagles of Death Metal headline Historic Scoot Inn, Howdy Gals' Hoedown Throwdown combines live music and wrestling at Hole in the Wall, and Cumbiatron: The Cumbia Rave transforms Emo's into a dance party fueled by cumbia beats and rave energy.
Saturday, August 8
Saturday features something for every music fan. Enjoy timeless classics with TOTO, Christopher Cross, and The Romantics at Germania Insurance Amphitheater, experience heavy rock with The Sword, Red Fang, and Spoon Benders at Radio/East, or laugh the night away at The Players – An Improvised Play That Goes Awry at ColdTowne Theater, where every performance is inspired by audience suggestions.
Sunday, August 9
Wrap up the week with live music across Austin. Spend the evening with The Resentments at The Saxon Pub, sing along with Kesha on The Freedom Tour featuring Chromeo at Germania Insurance Amphitheater, or catch Don Toliver's Nitrous: Octane World Tour at Moody Center for a high-energy hip-hop show.
Plan Your Austin Week
Whether you're into live concerts, comedy, electronic music, country, reggae, or community events, Austin has no shortage of entertainment this week. Gather your friends, explore a new venue, and make the most of everything the Live Music Capital of the World has to offer.
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