Willie Pipkin & Friends
Details
Strap in for a rootsy romp with Willie Pipkin & Friends at the iconic Continental Club! Willie's guitar wizardry kicks off with a bluesy foundation, but don't be surprised if he veers into bluegrass foot-stompers, swingin' grooves, rock 'n' roll riffs, and hints of jazz flair. This isn't your average set—he's a residency kingpin, sidling up with Austin's elite pickers for originals and covers that span the roots spectrum.
Expect the cream of the crop on stage: top local sidemen who elevate every note. Catch their Country Night vibe on the last Sunday of the month, spotlighting guests like Lucas Hudgins, Emily Hello, and Beth Chrisman for extra twang and heart.
- Blues core with bluegrass, swing, rock, and roots detours
- Rotating all-star band of Austin pros
- $10 door cover, doors ~9 PM, show ~9:30 PM (21+)
- Perfect for fans of lively, genre-hopping live tunes
Venue Details
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
- 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