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MICHAEL MONROE GOODMAN, Manny Velazquez

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Country Wednesdays at the Broken Spoke are coming in hot on May 20, 2026, with a double dose of honky-tonk charm: Manny Velazquez early in the evening and Michael Monroe Goodman taking over the legendary dancehall later that night.

From 6–8pm, Manny Velazquez sets the tone with a classic country warmup in the front room, easing you into the night with twangy tunes, tight picking, and that easygoing Texas vibe that pairs perfectly with a plate of comfort food and a cold drink. It’s the ideal pregame for what comes next.

At 9pm, Michael Monroe Goodman cranks things up in the dancehall with a full-on 90s Country Night. Think neon-lit nostalgia: boot-scootin’ bangers, two-step-ready hits, and all the throwback favorites that ruled the radio back in the day. His set leans hard into the era of big hats, bigger hooks, and songs built for a crowded hardwood floor.

Manny Velazquez: 6:00–8:00pm – laid-back country set to kick off the evening
Michael Monroe Goodman: 9:00pm – midnight – high-energy 90s country in the dancehall
Perfect for dancers of all levels, from seasoned two-steppers to folks just ready to sway along by the bar
A classic honky-tonk setting with live bands that play for the love of the music (and your tips)

Whether you’re there to seriously two-step or just soak up the “old Austin” dancehall atmosphere, this combo of Manny Velazquez and Michael Monroe Goodman makes May 20 a prime night to dust off your boots, grab a partner, and stay out way later than you meant to.

Venue Details

Step back in time at the Broken Spoke, the last true Texas dance hall that's been keeping Austin's country music tradition alive since 1964! Founded by James White (who named it after his love for wagon wheels and the James Stewart movie "Broken Arrow"), this iconic venue has transformed from a humble café to a world-famous honky-tonk that's hosted countless legends.

The Broken Spoke isn't just any dance hall - it's a living piece of Texas history where cowpokes and city slickers come together under one roof. With its classic honky-tonk decor featuring red-checkered tablecloths, low ceilings, neon lights, and even an old saddle on the wall, you'll feel the authentic Texas spirit the moment you walk in.

Enjoy live country music performances in both the restaurant area and the main dancehall
Take free dance lessons with Terri White (but remember - no line dancing allowed at this traditional venue!)
Explore the museum section filled with memorabilia from country music royalty
Savor Texas cooking including chicken fried steak and other hearty fare

Over the decades, the Broken Spoke has welcomed everyone from Bob Wills and Ernest Tubb to Willie Nelson (who still pops in occasionally to play without charging a dime). Even as modern development surrounds it, this defiant symbol of Texas culture stands proudly unchanged - because as owner James White would tell you, "You can't build a legend overnight," and the Broken Spoke is the Real Deal.