Fort Worth
The 1936 Will Rogers Coliseum in the Cultural District hosts big-name concerts and other events, including the Forth Worth Stock Show and Rodeo.
Must-see entertainment in Texas
Dallas
Hosts summer performances of the Broadway blockbuster-style Dallas Summer Musicals (see www.dallassummermusicals.org). Also, larger special events and…
El Paso
The popular Austin theater chain recently opened in west El Paso in the mixed-use Montecillo development. Come for craft beer, good food and a top-quality…
Houston
Live Texas music with a twang. Though you can catch the odd rock or rockabilly band playing at this big barnlike place, most of the acts are pure country…
Dallas
A short drive north from downtown, this is Dallas' original stand-up comedy venue, featuring several comics each night. The laughs will help you ignore…
Houston
Stages big name musicals – many on tour from Broadway – indoors in air-con comfort at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts.
Dallas
Following in the footsteps of New York's UCB or LA's the Groundlings, this is Dallas' best place for improv comedy (and lessons). On student nights, the…
San Antonio
The San Antonio Spurs basketball team plays home games at this indoor arena. It's also the setting for concerts and rodeos.
Houston
Basketball fans can watch the NBA’s Houston Rockets (www.nba.com/rockets) at this huge, modern arena which also hosts big-name concerts.
Dallas
This top-notch arts organization performs at the Winspear Opera House in the AT&T Performing Arts Center.
El Paso
Performances at venues large and small around town. Recent productions include The Magic Flute and Hansel and Gretel.
Dallas
This strip mall–located dinner theater hosts light and easy shows several nights a week. Also comedy shows and cabaret.
Fort Worth
This dark, intimate bar tucked underneath the Stockyards hosts eclectic local music. Many nights deejays spin country.
Houston
Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada has won acclaim for his highly competent performances of mainstream classics.
Houston
This massive entertainment venue books big-name music performers and various acts that include local roller derby.
San Antonio
Convention center and arena hosting concerts, conventions and the Alamo Bowl, an annual college football game.
San Antonio
Supports and promotes dance performances across San Antonio. Visit the website for a list of regular shows.
Houston
Formerly Sundance Houston, this theater shows indie, foreign and art-house films in an upscale setting.
Austin
This arena hosts big-name concerts, UT men's and women's basketball games, and graduation ceremonies.
San Antonio
Indulge in a little Spanish culture with tapas and sangria and live jazz, flamenco and world music.
Society for the Performing Arts
Houston
Stages various cultural events, from dance to lectures to roadshow performances.
Austin
Austin loves a dive bar, and Donn's combines a retro atmosphere inside an old railway car with live music six nights a week, including Donn himself…
Austin
Often reprising popular Broadway and off-Broadway hits, this theatre now has three venues: Topfer Theatre (202 S Lamar Blvd), Whisenhunt Stage (1510…
Austin
Head for this no-pretense spot for early shows (usually starting around 8pm) with no cover charge. And check out that neon sign and mod '60s decor.
San Antonio
Trinity University’s Laurie Auditorium hosts a few musical concerts and dance and theater performances year-round.
Austin
Far from downtown, Capitol City hosts national headliner comics. Mondays are often reserved for local talent.
El Paso
This outdoor stadium hosts various concerts and festivals, including the Tequila, Taco & Cerveza Festival in May, followed by the El Paso Ice Cream…
