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 2025 is scheduled for January 3 – 4 featuring performances across more than ten venues focusing on local and regional talent at venues like 13th Floor, Barbarella, Cheer Up Charlies, and Stubb’s Bar-B-Q. Visit Free Week online for more information and lineups.