Timmy Campbell Experience
Details
The Timmy Campbell Experience is rolling into one of South Austin’s most intriguing hidden music spots on May 20, 2026 at 7:00 pm, and it’s the kind of show that feels like you stumbled onto a secret on purpose.
Billed as “DISCOVERED AMERICA: BY ACCIDENT – WHILE LOST,” this performance leans into the mystique of a venue tucked into a wooded neighborhood beyond Slaughter and Manchaca, where the road in looks suspiciously like the road out. It’s the South Pole of Austin’s musical axis: just far enough off the beaten path to feel like an adventure, but close enough that word-of-mouth has already turned it into a quietly buzzing scene.
Expect an evening that blends intimate house-show vibes with serious musicianship. The Timmy Campbell Experience lives in that sweet spot between laid-back and mind-blowing—music that feels conversational one moment and absolutely transportive the next. It’s the kind of set where you actually listen, not just hear.
Immersive setting: A cozy, camouflaged neighborhood venue where the trees and winding streets make it feel like you’ve left the city behind.
Story-forward performance: A show framed like a journey—“discovered by accident”—with songs and banter that play into the theme of getting lost and finding something better.
Community vibe: More like being welcomed into a local music clubhouse than attending a big, impersonal concert.
South Austin energy: A little weird, a little wild, and very much in the spirit of old-school Austin DIY music culture.
If you’re tired of the same downtown routine, this is your chance to trade neon lights for porch lights, crowded bars for a tucked-away sonic sanctuary, and predictable playlists for an experience that feels like a discovery. The Timmy Campbell Experience at this off-the-map venue is less about just going to a show and more about taking a small, musical expedition to the edge of the city—and finding a whole scene waiting for you there.
Venue Details
Welcome to Sam's Town Point - a hidden gem in South Austin that feels like stepping back in time! This beloved dive bar has been a working-class neighborhood joint since 1981, run by Penny Grossman and her family, and has emerged as one of Austin's most authentic music venues.
Nestled among trees in a quiet neighborhood, Sam's Town Point exudes old Austin charm with its unassuming beige exterior. Inside, you'll discover a cozy space adorned with aging beer signs, wood paneling, and a delightful mix of comfy couches and old movie theater-style seats facing the dance floor and bandstand. Christmas lights and Chinese lanterns add to the homey atmosphere, while a late-1960s Wurlitzer jukebox loaded with 45-rpm records stands against one wall like a forgotten treasure.
- Enjoy live music seven nights a week featuring top local and touring talent
- Try Texas draft beers from breweries like Jester King, Karbach, and Live Oak
- Join the popular two-step dance lessons held weekly
- Experience both indoor entertainment (capacity ~80) and outdoor events (several hundred)
- Bring your friendly pup - they're dog-friendly!
What makes Sam's truly special isn't just the pool table, DJ booth, or even the taxidermied black bear near the front - it's the community of artists and music lovers who gather here. Under the curation of songwriter Ramsay Midwood, you can always count on quality performances, whether inside or on the spacious outdoor stage.
Location
- monday6 PM-12 AM
- tuesday6 PM-12 AM
- wednesday6 PM-12 AM
- thursday6 PM-12 AM
- friday6 PM-12 AM
- saturday6 PM-1 AM
- sunday4 PM-12 AM