We just saw this circus. They're so good. We have seen a few other touring shows with a different…read morecompany. This one is much better. They had better stunts and nonstop performance. I walked out feeling it was worth it! I would definitely watch them again if they return.

We had so much fun at the trail of lights. It was such a pleasant experience in the midst of the…read moreholiday season. It's family friendly with hot coco and cookies, as well of some adult beverages for the adults. Food trucks are available to grab snacks and food from which is a huge plus. There's such a variety of things to see and things to interact with. I loved the music and photo opps, as well as the fact it was wildly spacious. Parking is tricky and can be superrrr expensive. We parked far away and walked which I don't mind, but I definitely considered folks who may not have the ability to do so. All in all, I would return if I was back in Austin during the holiday season!

This was such a fun experience walking through the park and seeing all the holiday lights and…read moredisplays! We even got to enjoy the cocktail samples at Dottie May's - my favorite was the Holiday Hot Cocoa! I wish there was a way to circle back (from the end of the trail to the food trucks at the beginning) after seeing all the lights/displays. We didn't want to walk the trail with food so we waited until the end then realized we had to walk the entire way back in reverse because there was no pathway across. We definitely got our steps in that evening!

I went to the 2014 Austin Carnaval an event virgin and left a bonafide Brasilero woman!…read more From the walk to the Palmer Events Center to the Carnaval itself to the VIP lounge, the whole experience was a colorful blur of gyrating painted and feathered nudity to samba beats and boozey revelry! On the way from the parking lot to the Palmer Event Center, we just had to follow the colorful and scantily clad masses to find the fun! And though I expected an out of control night of pure debauchery based on previous reviews, the night was enjoyably tame. We got there around the 10pm mark and the party was already in full swing with the samba dancers and drummers showing off their mad crazy skills! From the minute we walked in the door our asses didn't stop shaking til they hit the cold leather of the car seat 3hrs later! I loved how open and friendly everyone was! Especially those in full on crazy and fabulous costumes! We watched the "parade" from the stands and then when the dance floor opened up joined a conga line right to the front of the stage where we shook it like a polaroid picture! The entertainment was just amazing and the energy permeated and flowed through the gleefully sweaty crowd! It wasn't nearly as awful as I imagined it would be in the crowd, it was packed, but not claustrophobically so. And, to my surprise, there was not nearly the amount of nudity I expected...I mean bare bootys and boobies abounded, but in a tasteful and non-gratuitous way. I ended up backstage because of my VIP pass because no one could tell me how to get to the "lounge", but that ended up being an awesome experience! Needless to say, I will be returning to Carnaval next year...and honestly, if you can't be in Rio, this is the next best thing! Braaaazilll ATX style baby!!

I know it's an event but it's annual sooo if anyone is curious about this party and does a little…read moreresearch here, let me shed some light (it's okay, I won't illuminate the darkest corners!). Imagine if a gay bar Halloween party and a strip club Halloween party were to have a baby....no, imagine if Mardi Gras had a super sexy, blatantly flirtatious Latino cousin.....no, imagine that dream you have with all the sexy demons and angels and they all want to have sex with you. Yeah, put all that together and you can get an idea. I've been going to this party for almost 15 years and I never get tired of it. Not only is it about the costumes and the flirting, but it's also about the incredible music. Every year they get a nationally known Brazilian Samba band to play the stage, but lately they have also used Austin's own Academicos da Opera which I think is even better cause they get right down on the floor in a huge drum circle. This music is intoxicating (which is great cause it's damn hard to get a drink here---lines too long). You cannot stop dancing and at the end of the night you get that all over warm body relaxation that you get after a great workout or even better sex. But if you are an exhibitionist or a voyeur or if you are not afraid of a large crowd of these, then this is your party. To get anywhere in the crowd, you have to get in a conga line and next thing you know, you are swept away with a bunch of fun-loving strangers to god knows where. And costumes! I am always awed by the work that goes into this event. From feathers and beads to leather and chains. Drag queens and dominatrixes. Fairies and well, fairies. Body painting to body stockings. It's all here and it doesn't mind being seen and photographed and danced with. Sigh. I always have a bit of post-Carnaval depression. So, don't be scerd. You are really missing out if you let your fears hold you back. True of Carnaval and of life.

Loved this experience. This place has definitely been around for awhile and I can see why. Got…read morethere early to scope out the location and upon entering you provide your name and they provide a paper to give upon entering the show room. There was a group on the patio area where you can order tacos, I did not partake. Then the bar area inside. You can take drinks into the showroom as well. Scoped out the venue which was bigger than anticipated and really enjoyed the fish tank TVs. So fun! The show was entertaining and up to date with references all relevant to the current times. Everyone on stage was great and their chemistry can be seen. The audience was laughing 99% of the time and the show went back fast! I'd totally go back for a local Austin night out with good laughs.

Esther Follies is an Austin staple!…read more They've been performing for 50 years, providing amazing entertainment for all guests attending their shows. They do a mix of comedy, magic, music , and just overall great entrainment for their shows. It's mainly themed around local and world politics + the LGBTQ community. Tickets are approximately $40. The show is about 90 minutes, with a 5 min break halfway through. They have a bar on site, and a taqueria that's connected to their building as well. Highly recommend the taqueria, it's authentic and delicious! Absolutely recommend for locals, visitors, and those who just want to enjoy a great show in the best city in the country!

Fantastic place to catch rock concerts or old classic films. But be aware of their insane security…read moreto get in and very high drink and snack prices. You won't successfully sneak anything in, so I always grab happy hour nearby if i must have a drink for a show. Also a great place to catch film premieres during SXSW.

We came here to see Justin Willman, a magic comedy guy whose special we saw streaming Jan…read more The place was late to fill up and never quite fully filled which was weird as when we got tickets it was already close to filling up. He does a family friendly show so there were a lot of people there with kids, Full families, moms, dads, grandparents. We were one of the few without kids. The staff was very friendly at the entrance, the bar, and when seating. The place is pretty big and has upstairs and downstairs seating as well as a bar on several levels. Two points that did bring the visit a little down. The seating, you are packed in like sardines. No room to stretch even a little, you bump against the stranger next to you or them into you. It is almost worse then an airplane. Two no handrails on several stairs which are also uneven. I have some ongoing spine and foot pain and it caused me issues but I saw several other people struggling and one almost falling themselves. Had it been just me or maybe one other person that would be bad enough but as several people struggled that is a huge safety issue and should be fixed. The ushers helped when they could but sometimes they were helping others and didn't see it happen. Still it was a fun time, if a bit cramped. The staff is great and I love the history but that also means it is very outdated and not very comfy to sit for an hour or more, especially with no intermission.

Came for the Mystery Movie night. This happens just once a month. Normally on Monday's. Some times…read moreit will be the first Monday, the last Monday. Don't really know, so you have to look at the app often. Mystery Movie night is $5.00 plus tax. You don't know the movie. You just know what genre it is, and how long the movie will last. The mystery movie always starts at 7pm., on Monday's. The movie tonight was Tony. Which is how Anthony Bourdain got his start. It was entertaining. I did order food. Which was a Cheeto popcorn. It was a little more addicting than I anticipated. I also bought one of their Toy Story special drinks. Non-alcoholic.

Had a great experience with the service. But management is letting the infrastructure fall apart…read more Rips in every other seat in the big theater. Tray table laminate peeling off. Armrest has no pleather on top any more. Really strange that they wouldn't keep up the seats and tables. It really stands out. And gets uncomfortable.

I've been working with Epic for years, and they always deliver. I've typically worked with them to…read morecontract with musicians and DJs, and I have never been disappointed. Epic does a great job of finding talent in my budget. They also do a great job finding talent that hits the mood just right. I recommend Epic to all my work colleagues, and none of them have been disappointed. Epic is great!

I am a musician and DJ for epic entertainment. I have absolutely loved their gigs. Everyone has…read morebeen super nice and respectful to me at their events. I would highly recommend working for them!

Overall: 3.7/5…read more Moody Center is easy to get to and there were no long lines getting in or out. We always walk/scooter there to avoid the parking situation which has worked well for us. There were lots of food vendors all around which was a nice but they're mostly unhealthy food (pizza, burgers, fries, nachos). The only downside was that the sound system was not that great. Drinks are overpriced as expected at a venue like this and food prices are also on the higher side, though not as bad as the drinks. Hoop Tea ($14.75): A lightly spiked iced tea but it was enough to hold us through the entire concert. We went to Chick-fil-A one time and Stubb's Bar-B-Q another. At Stubb's we split the ATX Burger ($16) and onion rings ($8) and both were pretty darn good. The burger came with crispy chips but the onion rings were the real winner.

Moody Amphitheater is a great venue. Love the atmosphere and the people are always welcoming and…read morehelpful. There honestly isn't a bad seat in the place, and the number of shows they bring in just keeps getting better and better. The food options are surprisingly solid for a venue, and of course the champagne selection is amazing every time. One of the best parts is how easy everything is logistically too -- quick Uber drop zone and I can basically be home within minutes after a show. Always a fun experience and definitely one of the best places in Austin to catch live music.