The Continental Club

The Continental Club at 1315 S Congress Avenue is widely regarded as Austin's 'grandaddy' of live music and has been a focal point for rock, roots, rockabilly, and Americana performances for decades. The venue originally opened in 1955 and in its later incarnation (from the 1980s onward) has hosted numerous notable local and touring musicians, contributing to Austin's music reputation. It is frequently cited in histories and guides about Austin's live-music scene as an influential, long-running club.