Austin Detours for a Holiday Crew With Bikes and Comedy

4.3 (6,940)

Mon – Wed, Sun, 11:00 – 21:00; Thu – Sat, 11:00 – 22:00

801 Red River St

Stubb's Waller Creek Amphitheater serves generous barbecue portions in a historic downtown complex. An all-you-can-eat option caters to bigger appetites. Your group can gather across indoor and outdoor seating areas. The expansive outdoor amphitheater hosts rock, metal and hip-hop performances. For a Sunday gathering, consider the gospel brunch.

3.7 (3)

507 East 10th Street

German Free School pairs an 1857 limestone landmark, recognized as the birthplace of Texas public education, with terraced gardens in the Red River Cultural District. The German-Texan Heritage Society uses the site as an active educational center, with foreign language classes, personal language tutoring and cultural events. Check the current program before planning a holiday-week visit.

4.8 (182)

Mon – Sat, 10:00 – 18:00

12980 Research Boulevard

New, pre-owned, and rare grand pianos fill Steinway Piano Gallery's North Austin showroom, alongside a recital hall used for performances and available for private event rentals. The gallery also provides piano tuning, moving, and action adjustments to suit room acoustics. It is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and closed Sunday.

4.4 (2,606)

11506 Century Oaks Terrace, Bldg B Unit 100

Cap City Comedy Club in The Domain pairs national stand-up headliners with live podcasts and themed drag brunches in an intimate theater. Main-floor and balcony seating offer clear sightlines, while a full menu and bar service keep food and drinks in the room. Check the show’s 18+ rule and mandatory two-item minimum per person before planning a holiday-week outing.

4.1 (692)

9111 Farm to Market Road 812

The Coliseum spreads live Latin concerts and DJ sets across three distinct dance floors. The sprawling venue can feel intense and crowded, with interior temperatures rising at capacity. Check the current entertainment lineup before bringing your group, then plan for a high energy indoor night suited to people ready to dance.

5.0 (523)

Mon – Sun, 09:00 – 17:00

1114 West 5th St. Unit 102

Good Vibes Tours turns Austin sightseeing into a guided outing by electric bike or covered passenger rickshaw. Routes can include murals, Barton Springs, the Texas Capitol and local food trucks. Rider training supports beginners, while the rickshaw suits non-pedaling guests. Tours run daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and cost 10 to 78 USD per person. Wear closed-toe shoes.

5.0 (18,013)

Mon – Sun, 08:00 – 00:00 (+1)

405 Red River Street

The Escape Game Austin puts teams in immersive, multi-room challenges at 405 Red River Street. Each session lasts one hour and pairs puzzle-solving with mechanical discoveries across stories involving time-traveling trains or cosmic crises. Smaller groups may play alongside new people, while staff offer timely hints. It operates daily from 8 a.m. to midnight, and rescheduling is available up to four hours ahead.

4.9 (1,276)

Mon – Sun, 08:00 – 18:00

1707 Barton Springs Rd

Barton Springs Bike Rental & Tours rents hybrid and electric bikes beside Zilker Park. Guided tours and custom group excursions follow routes through downtown, Zilker Park and the Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail. The shop is open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Guided tours range from 39.50 to 69.50 USD per person plus a 5 USD usage fee.

1900 University Avenue, Austin, TX 78705

AT&T Executive Education & Conference Center anchors professional and academic gatherings on the UT Austin campus at 1900 University Avenue. Dedicated event spaces sit alongside integrated hotel accommodations, giving conference groups a single campus setting for meetings and lodging. Consider it when your holiday-week plans involve a scheduled university or corporate gathering rather than a casual sightseeing stop.

4.5 (104)

Wed – Thu, 16:00 – 01:00 (+1); Fri, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 11:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 12:00 – 01:00 (+1)

1221 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702

Austin Garden & Studio pairs a cozy open-air backyard with an indoor lobby in a former Spanish-language radio station revitalized through a Fender partnership. Measured live music leaves room for groups to sit, dance or talk. Food trucks and craft cocktails round out the visit. Check the listed Wednesday through Sunday schedule, and allow time for possible entry security lines.