Retro Rage!: Phaces Phlashback

Retro kids and 90s night owls, this one’s for you. Retro Rage! Phaces Phlashback is bringing back the spirit of one of Austin’s most legendary early 90s dance clubs for one unforgettable night.

On Friday, June 19, 2026 at 9:30 pm, Elysium transforms into a time machine straight to the heyday of Phaces, the club that defined what it meant to dance, party, and live it up in downtown Austin. If you’ve ever heard people talk about the old-school Sixth Street scene with a faraway look in their eyes, this is the vibe they’re remembering.

Back in the early 90s, Phaces was the spot where the DJs set trends instead of following them. They spun the latest and greatest tracks, mixing dance, pop, hip-hop, industrial, and alternative beats into a nonstop soundtrack that kept the floor moving all night. Retro Rage is here to recapture that energy with a tribute set designed to trigger maximum nostalgia and maximum dancing.

• What to expect:

• DJ-driven throwback sets inspired by the original Phaces playlists
• A crowd that remembers when 6th Street was wild and weird (plus curious newcomers ready to experience it)
• Old-school club vibes: dark room, loud sound, lights, and a dance floor that doesn’t quit
• Mixed subcultures coming together just like back in the day – preps, PIBs, regulars, misfits, and everyone in between
• Plenty of chances to swap stories with folks who actually partied at Phaces

One of the coolest parts of the original club was how it brought together people from every corner of Austin’s scene. Retro Rage! Phaces Phlashback aims to recreate that same melting pot: different styles, different backgrounds, same mission – dance hard, sing loud, and forget about the outside world for a few hours.

This is a 21+ event, with ticket tiers starting at $7 for 21+ and $12 for 18+ entry. Dust off your favorite retro fit – think early 90s clubwear, grunge-adjacent glam, neon, oversized shirts, platform shoes, vintage tees – or just come as you are and let the music do the time-traveling.

• Perfect for:

• Phaces alumni looking to relive a legendary era
• Younger club kids who want to experience “old Austin” nightlife flavor
• Music nerds who love classic 90s dance, alternative, and crossover tracks
• Groups of friends hunting for a themed night that’s more about the dance floor than the selfie

There will never be another Phaces, but for one night, Retro Rage! Phaces Phlashback will bring its memory roaring back under the lights. If your perfect evening includes sweating it out on the dance floor to throwback beats surrounded by people who are there to move, this is your night.

Grab your crew, plan your retro look, and get ready to rage like it’s the early 90s all over again.