The Austin Weekend Beat 11/6

Vol. 54 | Week of Friday, November 6, 2026

Your weekly guide to the Live Music Capital of the World.

📰 Austin Music News & Notes

What’s buzzing in the ATX music scene this week:

First weekend of November! The city is packed with an incredible mix of reggae, R&B, underground rock, and deep Texas grooves.

Reggae & Roots: 6th Street is bringing massive positive energy this weekend with Flamingo Cantina hosting the “Grimy Styles with Special Guest” show tonight, and Kabaka Pyramid tomorrow.
Heavy Rock Down South: The Far Out Lounge offers a huge weekend for loud guitars, featuring legendary post-metal trio Russian Circles and Primitive Man on Saturday night.
A Major R&B Moment: If you are heading downtown, Steve Lacy is taking over the Moody Amphitheater on Saturday night, bringing his distinct, genre-bending sound to the massive outdoor stage at Waterloo Park.

📅 The Weekend Lineup

Here is your verified, up-to-date list of the best shows kicking off this weekend.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6

Flamingo Cantina

Flamingo Cantina | 8:30 PM

Grimy Styles w/ Special Guest

Kick off your weekend on 6th Street at the “Good Vibes Headquarters.” Grimy Styles is taking over the open-air deck, joined by a special guest lineup featuring members of Superfónicos, D-Madness Project, and Don Chani. It’s an unbeatable night of Austin dub and groove.

[Tickets: $12 Advance / $15 Door]

Hotel Vegas

Hotel Vegas | 8:00 PM

Crashing in with King Louie

For true East Side grit, head to Hotel Vegas. They are hosting “Crashing in with King Louie,” guaranteeing a night of raw, unfiltered rock and roll in one of Austin’s best dive settings.

The Far Out Lounge & Stage

The Far Out Lounge & Stage | 8:00 P

Wax and DJ Hoppa

South Austin’s favorite sprawling backyard is throwing down with Wax and DJ Hoppa. Enjoy the massive outdoor setup, grab a bite from the food trucks, and catch some fantastic underground hip-hop energy.

3Ten Austin City Limits

3Ten Austin City Limits | 8:00 PM

OCT (On Company Time)

Start your Friday night with some intimate live music right next door to the iconic Moody Theater. 3TEN offers a world-class listening room experience right on Willie Nelson Boulevard.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7

Moody Amphitheater

Moody Amphitheater | 8:00 PM

Steve Lacy – Oh Yeah?

Grab a spot on the Great Lawn right in the heart of downtown. Steve Lacy brings his infectious, genre-bending R&B and alternative sound to the massive outdoor stage at Waterloo Park.

The Far Out Lounge & Stage | 8:00 PM

Russian Circles w/ Primitive Man

Looking for something heavier? The Far Out Lounge shifts gears on Saturday night with legendary instrumental post-metal trio Russian Circles, supported by the crushing sounds of Primitive Man. It’s going to be loud and intense.

Flamingo Cantina | 9:00 PM

Kabaka Pyramid & The Bebble Rockers

Keep the dancing going on Saturday night. Grammy-winning reggae artist Kabaka Pyramid is bringing his impeccable lyricism and authentic roots energy to the Cantina.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8

The Far Out Lounge & Stage | 12:00 PM

PEAS 15th Anniversary Family Party

Wind down your weekend with a fantastic daytime, family-friendly event. Partners for Education, Agriculture and Sustainability (PEAS) is celebrating 15 years with live music from Los Alcos and DJ Mahealani, plus plenty of activities in the sprawling backyard.

Austin City Limits Live (ACL Live & 3TEN ACL Live)

Austin City Limits Live (ACL Live & 3TEN ACL Live) Click to open side panel for more information | 10:00 AM (Doors)

ACL Live Tour

If you want to explore the history behind the legendary PBS television series, Sunday is your chance to gain VIP access and take a guided tour through the famed 2,750-seat venue.