Free Week
Dating back to 2003, Free Week is an annual event focusing on eating, drinking, and celebrating live music. It started at the legendary Emo’s in Austin to keep performances and live music going at clubs and venues during the beginning of January. Initially a one-venue annual occurrence, the event expanded city-wide in Austin and extended to Nashville, attracting tens of thousands of attendees. Free Week 2024 is scheduled for January 5th – 6th and features performances across more than ten venues, including 13th Floor, Barbarella, Cheer Up Charlies, and Stubb’s Bar-B-Q, focusing on local and regional talent.