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TUMBLEWEED HILL BAND, El Camino Band

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Kick off your evening with a double dose of Texas music at Tumbleweed Hill Band and El Camino Band, bringing live energy to the restaurant side before the dancehall lights up later in the night. Set for May 22nd, 2026 at 6:00 pm, this gathering is all about good songs, easygoing vibes, and that classic Austin feeling where dinner turns into a whole night out.

Expect a warm, toe-tapping mix of sounds that fits right in with the venue’s long-running dancehall tradition. Whether you’re there to catch the restaurant set, settle in with friends, or just soak up the atmosphere, it’s the kind of show that makes a weekday feel like a mini celebration.

Live performances from Tumbleweed Hill Band and El Camino Band
Early evening restaurant set that flows into a full night of music
A friendly, laid-back Austin dancehall experience
Great pick for anyone who loves Texas country, roots, and live local energy

If you’re looking for an authentic night out with live music at the center, this one delivers the perfect blend of dining, dancing, and down-home fun.

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.