HOTEL VEGAS

"East Austin bars and music venues Hotel Vegas and the Volstead are holding a joint election party. It’ll screen results on the patio and analysis in Volstead’s lounge; there will be themed cocktails and games; as well as tacos from the on-site truck El Borracho. It starts at 5 p.m. only for people 21 years and older." - Nadia Chaudhury

"Two bars, one enormous shared backyard with concerts, DJ sets, and/or karaoke parties nearly every night. These adjacent East Side dives have a punk spirit, and they’re as likely to host a Rocky Horror-themed drag show as they are a Mexican shoegaze band. Stroll over after eating at Suerte, Canje, or Micklethwait nearby. There are $2 Lone Stars and other Happy Hour specials Monday through Friday. " - matthew jacobs

"It’s always a raucous time at this East Side venue, with spirited indoor and outdoor shows plus drinks and beers and food by the El Borracho Tacos truck. There are indoor and outdoor areas." - Darcie Duttweiler

"Sometimes, simple is nice, and nothing beats vodka drinks. Topo Chico — which had been one of Austin’s go-to sparkling water for years — fell out of vogue when Coca-Cola bought it in 2017, but thankfully, there’s been so many new local sparkling water businesses that have popped up since then. The new and improved go-to classic is a Tito’s Vodka and Rambler, especially at this East Austin music venue-slash-bar. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas." - Elizabeth Leader Smith, Nadia Chaudhury

"To let off some steam or just enjoy yourself with some live music, head to the East Cesar Chavez neighborhood bar-slash-music venue on East Sixth Street. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas." - Nadia Chaudhury