Whether you’re hoping to distract yourself or celebrate election day, there are a bunch of activities happening in and around Austin on November 5. Here are some of the best!
Election Day Events in Austin
Election Day Moving Through It Workout Class with Erica Nix
Waterloo Park | 500 East 12th Street | 10 to 11 a.m.
Join on Election Day for a high-energy workout class at Waterloo Park with the fabulous Erica Nix! Sweat out all the stress and anxiety of the day together. This in-person AND virtual event will get your body moving and your spirits lifted. A portrion of ticket sales will go towards Democrasexy, an effort to engage folks in the political system that governs ’em. Get tickets here.
Election Night Watch Party
Star Bar | 600 West 6th Street | 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Star Bar is having an Election Night Watch Party Texas Style! Guests can catch election day updates, enjoy $3 red and blue jello shots, and snag limited-edition UT Austin Quinn-Arch buttons ($3) and hats ($20).
Democrasexy’s Election Spectacle Hope Watch / Doom Watch and Carnival of Care
Cheer Up Charlies | 900 Red River Street | 6 p.m. to Midnight
Democcrasexy is hosting an election night party for those of us looking to be together that night. The party will be infused with connective opportunities for care, creativity, and justice through art activations, engaging performances by local artists, and live election night coverage. Get tickets here.
Bambino Election Night Party
Bambino | 979 Springdale Road | Starting at 5 p.m.
On Election Night, Bambino will be supporting Texas Gun Sense, a gun violence prevention org, and Lilith Fund, a reproductive rights non-profit. Enjoy pizza, shot specials, and collectively hold your breath. Every time a state is called, enjoy $1 Piña Colada shots for Harris —NA or Boozy — and $1 Orange Creamsicle shots for Trump. Plus, 10% of the night’s proceeds go to Texas Gun Sense and Lilith Fund.
Election Night Watch Party at Co-Op
Black Star Co-Op | 7020 Easy Wind Drive | 6 p.m.
Because our future is best decided over democratically brewed adult beverages. No other detailed plan has been provided. Sounds like a perfect example of this election season.
Decision 2024 – 𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝑾𝒂𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒚 at Hotel Vegas & Volstead
Hotel Vegas and Volstead Lounge | 1502 East 6th Street | Starting at 5 p.m.
Hold hands, cross fingers, and celebrate Democracy as you watch the results roll in! Big screen on the patio, analysis viewing inside Volstead Lounge, DJs on the Hotel patio, themed cocktail features all night, election games, and more. FREE! 21+ only.
No Watch Pawties
Aloft Austin Downtown | 109 East 7th Street | Starting at 5 p.m.
Aptly named “No Watch Pawties,” this event brings in adorable puppies to provide a comforting, stress-free temporary escape from the political mayhem. Dogs are known to reduce stress levels in humans with just a few pats, so the No Watch Pawty event is sure to give news-weary Americans some respite on election night itself. No registration, no fees—just show up on election night starting at 5 p.m. and let your stress melt away with some furry companionship. Tune out the pundits, snuggle up with some pups from a local shelter, enjoy drinks, and maybe even come home with a new furry friend!
iVoted Concert with Bob Schneider
Mohawk | 912 Red River Street | 7 p.m. to Midnight
See Bob Schneider with Me nd Adam for free on election night. Claim your ticket online here. Ticket does not guarantee admission. Admission will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis and is subject to availability. Patrons must have a ticket to enter.
Featured photo via akshmiprasad S on iStock.
