There’s always something happening in Austin, and Hotel Van Zandt puts you at the center of it all. Explore our curated Austin events calendar to discover live music at Geraldine’s, concerts at nearby venues, annual festivals, Formula 1 race weekend, sporting events, food and wine experiences, and seasonal celebrations happening throughout the city.
Located in the heart of the Rainey Street Historic District, Hotel Van Zandt is just steps from Austin’s vibrant nightlife and minutes from downtown’s top music venues, restaurants, attractions, and entertainment districts. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, attending a concert, or visiting for one of Austin’s signature events, you’ll be perfectly positioned to experience the best of the Live Music Capital of the World.
Slide into late-night happy hour at Brass Poppy, where 50% off all food items, $12 signature cocktails, $8 wells, and live sets from resident DJ Ben Green set the tone for the evening.
Date: November 6, 2026 9:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Brass Poppy, Hotel Van Zandt
Your Thursday soundtrack, courtesy of Scott Strickland. This live set pairs well with Seal, Tracy Chapman, and Dave Matthews, adding a little something extra to the table.
Date: November 5, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Geraldine's
Slide into late-night happy hour at Brass Poppy, where 50% off all food items, $12 signature cocktails, $8 wells, and live sets from resident DJ Ben Green set the tone for the evening.
Date: November 6, 2026 9:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Brass Poppy, Hotel Van Zandt
Your Friday soundtrack, courtesy of Eric Heideman. This live set pairs well with Stevie Ray Vaughn, BB King, and Hollywood Fats, adding a little something extra to the table.
Date: November 6, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Geraldine's
Your Saturday soundtrack, courtesy of Luis Banuelos. This live set pairs well with Al Di Meola, Paco de Lucia, Rodrigo and Gabriella, Buena Vista Social Club, adding a little something extra to the table.
Date: November 7, 2026 11:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Geraldine's
Your Saturday soundtrack, courtesy of Elijah Zane. This live set pairs well with Stevie Ray Vaughan, Santana, and Lenny Kravitz, adding a little something extra to the table.
Date: November 7, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Geraldine's
Your Saturday soundtrack, courtesy of David Pulkingham & Shannon Brackett. This live set pairs well with Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings, Watchhouse, Buddy and Julie Miller, adding a little something extra to the table.
Date: November 12, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Geraldine's
Your Saturday soundtrack, courtesy of Trevor Helt. This live set pairs well with Rodrigo y Gabriela and Hermanos Gutiérrez, adding a little something extra to the table.
Date: November 14, 2026 11:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Geraldine's
Your Saturday soundtrack, courtesy of Calloway and The Prickly Pears. This live set pairs well with Black Keys, Jamestown Revival, and Caamp, adding a little something extra to the table.
Date: November 14, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Geraldine's
Your Thursday soundtrack, courtesy of Aaron Stephens. This live set pairs well with Ben Harper, Robert Randolph, and Gary Clark Jr., adding a little something extra to the table.
Date: November 19, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Geraldine's
Thanksgiving Day at Geraldine’s: pull up a chair on Rainey Street for our Thanksgiving plate, served 4 to 10 PM on Thursday, November 26.
Date: November 26, 2026 4:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Geraldine's, Hotel Van Zandt
Your Thursday soundtrack, courtesy of Ruthie Craft, adds a little something extra to the table.
Date: November 26, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Geraldine's
Your Friday soundtrack, courtesy of Deer Fellow, adds a little something extra to the table.
Date: November 27, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Geraldine's
Your Saturday soundtrack, courtesy of Robert Parker Jr. This live set pairs well with Jimi Hendrix, Cream, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, adding a little something extra to the table.
Date: November 28, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Geraldine's
Hotel Van Zandt’s “Reindeer Over Rainey” brings a festive twist to evenings outdoors, bringing seasonal cheer to the heart of Rainey St.
Date: December 3, 2026 5:00pm - December 27, 2026 11:00pm
Location: Geraldine's, Hotel Van Zandt
| 9:00pm - 10:30pm | Live at Geraldine's: Scott Strickland |
| 9:00pm - 9:00pm | Bloom + Beats |
| 9:00pm - 10:30pm | Live at Geraldine's: Eric Heideman |
| 11:00am - 1:00pm | Live at Geraldine's: Luis Banuelos |
| 9:00pm - 9:00pm | Bloom + Beats |
| 9:00pm - 10:30pm | Live at Geraldine's: Elijah Zane |
| 9:00pm - 10:30pm | Live at Geraldine's: David Pulkingham & Shannon Brackett |
| 11:00am - 1:00pm | Live at Geraldine's: Trevor Helt |
| 9:00pm - 9:00pm | Bloom + Beats |
| 9:00pm - 10:30pm | Live at Geraldine's: Calloway and The Prickly Pears |
| 9:00pm - 10:30pm | Live at Geraldine's: Aaron Stephens |
| 11:00am - 1:00pm | Live at Geraldine's: Luis Banuelos |
| 9:00pm - 9:00pm | Bloom + Beats |
| 4:00pm - 10:00pm | Thanksgiving Day at Geraldine’s |
| 9:00pm - 10:30pm | Live at Geraldine's: Ruthie Craft |
| 9:00pm - 9:00pm | Bloom + Beats |
| 9:00pm - 10:30pm | Live at Geraldine's: Deer Fellow |
| 11:00am - 1:00pm | Live at Geraldine's: Trevor Helt |
| 9:00pm - 9:00pm | Bloom + Beats |
| 9:00pm - 10:30pm | Live at Geraldine's: Robert Parker Jr. |
