5 Things to Do in Austin This Week · September 3–6, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Koe Wetzel at Moody Center

Country rocker Koe Wetzel takes the stage at Austin's massive Moody Center arena.

Thursday, September 3, 2026 · Moody Center, 2001 Robert Dedman Dr

Desi Banks at Cap City Comedy Club

Stand-up comedian and social media star Desi Banks brings his high-energy act to Cap City Comedy Club for multiple shows across the weekend.

Friday, September 4, 2026 7:00 PM · Cap City Comedy Club, 11506 Century Oaks Terrace

FunkyFrogBait at the Paramount

FunkyFrogBait plays the iconic Paramount Theatre stage in a can't-miss show on Congress Avenue.

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Avenue

Festivals & Special Events

Austin Bat Fest

Austin's beloved annual bat-themed festival returns with live music from Ben Kweller and Wild Child, a bat costume contest, craft vendors, and family-friendly fun celebrating the Congress Avenue Bridge colony.

Saturday, September 5, 2026 · Congress Avenue Bridge area

Date Night

Tim Curry Double Feature at Radio Coffee & Beer

Catch a double feature screening of Clue and Rocky Horror Picture Show, both starring Tim Curry, at this beloved South Austin coffee and beer spot.

Friday, September 4, 2026 · Radio Coffee & Beer, 4204 Manchaca Rd