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Cheer Up Charlies

About This Venue

Austin's flagship queer venue and a Red River Cultural District anchor. Opened 2010 by Maggie Lea and Tamara Hoover; relocated to historic 900 Red River building (continuous LGBTQ+ space since the '70s). Vegan bar food, drag shows, live music, dance nights, most ambitious queer programming in central Texas. Acquired October 2025 by Pride Holdings Group; brand expanding as franchise mid-2026. Capacity estimated 200-300.

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  • Arrive early for best parking spots
  • Outside food and beverages policies vary by event
  • Check the venue website for accessibility information

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