Cheer Up Charlies
Bar
Cheer Up Charlies is a beloved lesbian-owned queer bar and live music venue located in Austin's Red River Cultural District. The vibrant outdoor space features an amphitheater-style stage carved into a natural rock wall, canopy lighting, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Known for hosting lively drag shows, indie music, and eclectic dance parties, it serves as a cornerstone of local queer culture.
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Venue Feel
A queer, open-air bar.
energy
70
rawness
30
underground
60
outdoor
80
nature
30
view
20
seating
40
dining
20
selectivity
10
queerness
90
age
30
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Tagged as
queerbar
outdoorstage
dragshows
indiemusic
redriver
austin
danceparties
lgbtqfriendly
Common questions
What is Cheer Up Charlies like?+
Cheer Up Charlies is an inclusive queer bar and music venue featuring an open-air rock-wall stage, colorful canopy, and lively dance parties.
Where is Cheer Up Charlies?+
It is located at 900 Red River St in Austin's Red River Cultural District.
What events does Cheer Up Charlies host?+
The venue hosts live indie music, drag shows, themed dance parties, and community gatherings.
What are the venue's features?+
It features a spacious outdoor patio, amphitheater-style rock stage, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Full schedule on Mood.