Two Stepping Around Town: Guide to Austin’s Dance Halls

Featured Above: Broken Spoke

Austin is famously known as the Live Music Capital of the World—and where there’s music, there’s dancing. Dance halls and live music venues are at the heart of the city’s culture. Whether you’re a beginner looking for lessons or a seasoned dancer ready to dust off your boots, we’ve rounded up a few honky tonks that offer both. See you on the dance floor!

Sam’s Town Point

2115 Allred Drive | @samstownpoint

Tucked away in a wooded neighborhood past Slaughter and Manchaca, where every turn feels like a loop, this hidden gem has long been the South Pole of Austin’s music scene. These days, it’s not just the music drawing people in—it’s the dancing too, with a lively crowd two-stepping under the string lights on any given night. 

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Sagebrush

5500 South Congress Avenue | @sugebrushtexas

Sagebrush might feel off the beaten path, but once you find it, you’ll wonder how you ever missed it. This down-home destination serves up cold beer, classic cocktails, and a cozy mix of pool tables and porch hangs. With a stage that hosts live music most nights and plenty of room for two-stepping, it’s become a go-to spot for anyone craving that laid-back, old Austin feel. Whether you're there for the tunes, the dancing, or just a good drink, Sagebrush delivers.

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Featured Below: Little Longhorn Saloon

Little Longhorn

5434 Burnet Road | @littlelonghornsaloon

Right on Burnet Road, the Little Longhorn Saloon is a true Austin original. While it’s famously known for its quirky tradition of Chicken Sh*t Bingo every Sunday afternoon, there’s a lot more to love about this honky tonk. With cold beers, live country music, and a lively two-stepping crowd, the Little Longhorn keeps the dance floor swinging all week long. It’s a no-frills, all-fun kind of place where locals and visitors alike come for the charm—and stay for the shuffle.

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White Horse

500 Comal Street | @whitehorseatx

For a true Texas honky-tonk experience, head to The White Horse in East Austin. This local favorite offers two-step lessons Thursday through Saturday at 7 p.m., with live bands kicking things off soon after. By 10, the checkerboard dance floor is packed with Stetsons and whiskey in hand. With pool tables, a photo booth, and a breezy outdoor area, it’s everything a good honky tonk should be.

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Donn’s Depot

1600 West 5th Street | @donnsdepot

Fifty years ago, Bob Ogden purchased an old train depot on the outskirts of Austin for just $300, with a vision for a place where friends could gather, listen to live music, and dance with their partners. He added three retired railcars, hired Donn, a tire salesman, to play the baby grand, and brought it all together at 5th Street and West Lynn. Today, Donn’s Depot continues to thrive, with Donn still playing every week and a two-stepping culture that’s kept Austin’s honky-tonk spirit alive for decades.

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Featured Below: The Broken Spoke

The Broken Spoke

3201 South Lamar Boulevard | @brokenspokeaustintx

Just past Matt’s El Rancho on South Lamar sits The Broken Spoke, a legendary dance hall that’s been keeping Austin country since 1964. Known for its no-nonsense charm and star-studded guest list—think Willie Nelson, George Strait, and Dolly Parton—it’s a must-visit for classic Texas two-stepping. With live music nearly every night and a dance floor that’s seen generations of boot-scootin’, The Broken Spoke is as authentic as it gets.

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