Bea Porges (SXSW)
Discover the enchanting sounds of Bea Porges, a 25-year-old singer-songwriter blending indie pop and folk melodies at the iconic Continental Club!
From the vibrant scenes of Atlanta and Athens, GA, Bea crafts lyrics full of witty detail, nostalgia, and raw emotion. Catch her powerful five-piece band performance, featuring electric guitar, banjo, and lap steel, previewing tracks from her upcoming 2025 EP "The Cure, The Cause, The Killer," which dives into desire, longing, and letting go. It's a danceable live show that turns intimate acoustic songs into a symphony of sound!
- Part of SXSW 2026, presented by Athens in Austin.
- Expect truthful storytelling with folk-pop vibes and high-energy fun.
- Perfect for fans of indie folk seeking personal, nostalgic tunes.
The Venue
Step into the neon-lit legend of The Continental Club at 1315 S Congress Ave in Austin, TX—a South Congress icon that's been rocking since 1955!
From its swanky supper club roots with big-band stars like Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller, it evolved through burlesque shows, dive-bar days, and exploded into a live music mecca. Catch Stevie Ray Vaughan, The Replacements, Joe Ely, and punk pioneers shaking the red velvet curtains—now it's the go-to spot for roots rock, rockabilly, blues, swing, country, and garage rock every night.
- Historic murals of European streets restored to 1950s glory.
- Classic neon sign glowing over hot rods on SoCo.
- Home to epic happy hours with legends like Roosevelt 'The Grey Ghost' Williams.
- Over 70 years of non-stop vibes in Austin's coolest neighborhood.
Whether you're a music junkie or history buff, the Continental delivers that timeless Texas twang—grab a drink and let the good times roll!
Location
Open Hours
- monday6 PM-2 AM
- tuesday4 PM-2 AM
- wednesday4 PM-2 AM
- thursday4 PM-2 AM
- friday4 PM-2 AM
- saturday2 PM-2 AM
- sunday2 PM-12 AM