Kenny Dorham's Backyard
Event Venue
Kenny Dorham's Backyard is a vibrant, open-air community arts space and live music venue nestled in East Austin. Named after the 20th-century jazz trumpeter, it serves as a cultural hub hosting grassroots jazz, blues jams, and Latin music showcases under the open sky. Surrounded by striking murals and local food trucks, the space captures the unpretentious, creative spirit of Austin's historic Eastside.
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Venue Feel
An open-air, intimate venue.
energy
60
rawness
20
underground
60
outdoor
100
nature
40
view
20
seating
40
dining
20
selectivity
0
queerness
40
age
50
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Tagged as
livemusic
outdoor
eastaustin
blues
jazz
community
foodtrucks
art
Common questions
What is Kenny Dorham's Backyard like?+
It is an open-air community arts space and live music venue featuring an outdoor stage, picnic seating, food trucks, and vibrant murals.
Where is Kenny Dorham's Backyard?+
It is located at 1106 E 11th St in East Austin, serving as a cultural hub for grassroots music and local art.
What events does Kenny Dorham's Backyard host?+
The venue regularly hosts live jazz and blues jam sessions, Latin music showcases, farmers markets, and community arts events. Full schedule on Mood.