EVENTS
& LIFE
The Firehouse isn't just a place to sleep. Our staff runs weekly pubcrawls and Barton Springs trips, plus canoe trips, museum visits, and more. The schedule changes — ask our front desk what's on this week.
Ask our front desk staff about this week's activities. They're always up to something.
Recurring events.
Weekly
PUBCRAWL
Every Friday
Our staff leads guests through Austin's legendary 6th Street nightlife corridor. Meet fellow travelers, hit the best bars, and experience Austin nightlife the right way — with someone who actually knows the city.
Weekly
BARTON SPRINGS
Every Sunday
Join our staff for a trip to Barton Springs Pool — a natural spring-fed swimming hole in Zilker Park. One of Austin's most beloved spots, open year-round. We'll get you there and back.
Varies
CANOE TRIP
Check with staff
Paddle across Lady Bird Lake with fellow guests. Austin's skyline from the water is something else. Our staff coordinates the whole thing — equipment, transport, the works. Perfect for solo travelers.
Varies
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Check with staff
Local Austin artists perform in the Firehouse Lounge — accessible through the bookshelf entrance. Intimate, no cover most nights, and the kind of crowd that actually listens. 21+ only.
Varies
MUSEUM VISIT
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Staff-organized trips to Austin's best museums — Blanton Museum of Art, Bullock Texas History Museum, and more. Austin has a surprising cultural depth. Let us show you.
Ongoing
LOBBY HANGOUTS
Every Night
The Firehouse common area is genuinely one of Austin's great social spaces. No ticket required — just show up, grab a seat, and meet someone interesting from somewhere you've never been.
SWAustin, March
SXSW AT THE FIREHOUSE
South by Southwest transforms Austin every March — and there's no better base camp than the Firehouse. Steps from the venues, in the heart of downtown, surrounded by fellow music and tech enthusiasts from around the world.
We fill up fast. SXSW week books months in advance every year. Don't wait.
SXSW Booking Policy
A 3-night minimum stay is required during SXSW. Payment is charged to the card on file two weeks before the event start date. Book early — we sell out.
Austin adventures.
AIRPORT BUS
CapMetro Route #20 runs directly from downtown to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. ~30 minutes, $1.25 flat fare.
TEXAS STATE CAPITOL
Two blocks from the Firehouse. Free guided tours available daily. One of the most impressive capitol buildings in the country.
LIVE MUSIC CORRIDOR
6th Street, Rainey Street, and Red River Cultural District are all within walking distance. Austin earns its title every night of the week.
BARTON SPRINGS POOL
A natural spring-fed swimming hole in Zilker Park. One of Austin's most beloved spots — only 10 minutes away, open year-round.
CONGRESS BRIDGE BATS
The largest urban bat colony in North America emerges from the Congress Avenue bridge every evening at dusk. Spectacular and free.
COMEDY MOTHERSHIP
Joe Rogan's comedy club is right nearby. World-class stand-up comedy in an intimate venue. Guests have been known to fill a whole row.
Our staff knows this city cold.
Ask us anything when you check in — we'll point you toward whatever Austin experience you're after.