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Stubb's Waller Creek Amphitheater

A landmark open-air downtown music venue behind Stubb's barbecue, where standing-room sightlines, Texas weather, and Red River transportation… Read more

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Reviewed 10.11.26

Bags & entry
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Clear bag

Clear bag

no larger than12 × 6 × 12 in

12 in6 in12 in

Larger permitted bags must be clear and stay within the listed dimensions.

All permitted bags remain subject to venue security screening.

Individual events may use stricter or different rules. Recheck the official policy before leaving.

Parking
Official venue arrival guide (opens in a new tab)Use CapMetro, reserve a downtown garage, or arrange rideshare to the official pickup point rather than searching Red River Street.
Arrive
Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater is at 801 Red River Street in Austin. It has no dedicated parking lot; nearby paid meters and garages are limited. The official rideshare location is 9th and Red River, rather than directly outside the amphitheater gate. Most shows are standing-room only, with special seated events identified separately. For a medical need to bring a chair, contact callie@stubbsaustin.com before attending.
Exact location
801 Red River Street, Austin, TX 78701Open directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting there
CapMetro buses serve downtown and the Red River district. The venue directs rideshare pickup to 9th and Red River, away from the main gate congestion.
Venue details
Venue typeMusic Venue
Capacity400–2,100fully seated to standing-room setup
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801 Red River Street, Austin, TX 78701

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Official venue event information (opens in a new tab)

Larger permitted bags must be clear and stay within the listed dimensions. All permitted bags remain subject to venue security screening. Individual events may use stricter or different rules.

Official venue FAQ and policies (opens in a new tab)

Destination: Stubb's Waller Creek Amphitheater, 801 Red River Street, Austin, TX 78701. Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater is at 801 Red River Street in Austin. It has no dedicated parking lot; nearby paid meters and garages are limited. The official rideshare location is 9th and Red River, rather than directly outside the amphitheater gate. Most shows are standing-room only, with special seated events identified separately. For a medical need to bring a chair, contact callie@stubbsaustin.com before attending. CapMetro buses serve downtown and the Red River district. The venue directs rideshare pickup to 9th and Red River, away from the main gate congestion. Use CapMetro, reserve a downtown garage, or arrange rideshare to the official pickup point rather than searching Red River Street.

Directions to this venue (opens in a new tab)Official parking / arrival information (opens in a new tab)

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Stubb’s official FAQ (opens in a new tab)

Stubb’s permits clear bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches and small clutches up to 6.5 × 9 inches. Outside water is prohibited, including sealed plastic bottles; do not apply another amphitheater’s water allowance here. Outside food or drink, umbrellas, backpacks and strollers are also prohibited. The venue is cashless. Decks, lounges and indoor rooms shown in the virtual tour do not imply access with an ordinary outdoor concert ticket.

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CapMetro buses serve downtown and the Red River district. The venue directs rideshare pickup to 9th and Red River, away from the main gate congestion. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Take a tour of the venue

Explore the venue’s official room tour and compare it with your event setup. A general tour does not show the sightline from every seat.

Choose Waller Creek Amphitheater from the tour menu for the outdoor concert space. Other scenes show restaurant rooms, decks and hospitality areas; access depends on the event and ticket. This tour is not labeled by assigned section, row or seat.

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Plan your visit

Arrival and logisticsBefore you goTransit, parking, timing and entry details

Need to Know

Best for
A historic Austin outdoor room, a mostly standing crowd, and the option to pair the show with barbecue
Watch out for
Stubb’s permits clear bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches and small clutches up to 6.5 × 9 inches. Outside water is prohibited, including sealed plastic bottles; do not apply another amphitheater’s water allowance here. Outside food or drink, umbrellas, backpacks and strollers are also prohibited. The venue is cashless. Decks, lounges and indoor rooms shown in the virtual tour do not imply access with an ordinary outdoor concert ticket.
Good arrival window
Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater is at 801 Red River Street in Austin. It has no dedicated parking lot; nearby paid meters and garages are limited. The official rideshare location is 9th and Red River, rather than directly outside the amphitheater gate. Most shows are standing-room only, with special seated events identified separately. For a medical need to bring a chair, contact callie@stubbsaustin.com before attending.
Main transit note
CapMetro buses serve downtown and the Red River district. The venue directs rideshare pickup to 9th and Red River, away from the main gate congestion.
Sources1 fan · 4 officialReviewed 10.11.26Sources for Need to Know

Parking At A Glance

Very high

What to do
Use CapMetro, reserve a downtown garage, or arrange rideshare to the official pickup point rather than searching Red River Street.
Best option
Transit or a prepaid downtown garage followed by a short, well-lit walk
Avoid
Circling the entertainment district near doors or requesting a pickup directly in front of the venue after the encore
Sources2 officialReviewed 10.11.26Sources for Parking At A Glance
Seats and atmosphereChoose your experienceSightlines, supporter sections, crowd flow and event-day character

Inside the Venue At A Glance

01

Mixed

Arrival & transportation

The downtown grid offers many routes but little curb space. Settling transportation before entry avoids a chaotic decision at the end of a Red River show.

02

Mixed

Seat & section strategy

The amphitheater is largely standing room, so height, arrival time, crowd density, and sound-position preference determine the view more than a ticketed row.

03

Positive

Event-day character

Live music under the Austin sky, the brick-and-wood setting, and the barbecue legacy make Stubb's feel tied to the city's club culture.

Sources1 fan · 3 officialReviewed 10.11.26Sources for Inside the Venue At A Glance
Fit and tradeoffsWhat to expectThe practical strengths and the details that could change your choice

Why it works

  • ✓The open-air setting gives touring shows a distinctly Austin feel.
  • ✓The relatively compact yard keeps performers closer than a large amphitheater.
  • ✓Barbecue and the Red River location support a complete pre-show plan.
Sources3 officialReviewed 10.11.26Sources for Why it works

Know before you book

  • ×Standing-room views become difficult behind taller or denser groups.
  • ×Heat, rain, and humidity directly affect the outdoor crowd.
  • ×Parking and rideshare traffic are difficult in the downtown entertainment district.
Sources1 fan · 2 officialReviewed 10.11.26Sources for Know before you book

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Editorial verdict

FanProof Takeaway

Reviewed 10.11.26

Travel light, arrive early enough to choose a standing position, and settle the downtown ride home before the outdoor encore ends.

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