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2 days ago · The Paramount Theatre has stood on Congress Avenue in the heart of downtown Austin for over 100 years. With quality programming ranging from Music to Educational and …

Set in the middle of Downtown Austin, two blocks south of the Capitol, the historic Paramount Theatre is the perfect location for your next event.

Parking for Paramount shows is valid 5pm–3am Monday–Friday, and all day Saturday-Sunday. Full parking rates apply outside of these hours. Note: Not valid during SXSW and other special events.

Established in 1915, the Paramount Theatre has been home to iconic films and performances, including the likes of Harry Houdini, Katharine Hepburn and Miles Davis. Explore this historic venue’s first 100 years. Imagine downtown Austin in the early 1900s when Congress Avenue was a wide dirt road stirred up by horse-drawn carriages.

Avenue of Paramount Stars: You’ll find stars just outside our doors that honor Texas artists who have made incredible contributions to Austin culture through the city’s historic theatres. There are currently seven stars: Robert Rodriguez, Ruthie Foster, Delbert McClinton, Lyle Lovett, Jerry Jeff Walker, and one each for Greater Tuna’s ...

The Paramount and State Theatres are the artistic heartbeat of downtown Austin, hosting over 550 events every year. From one of the nation’s largest comedy festivals in the Moontower Comedy Festival —a two-week extravaganza produced from the ground up by Paramount staff—to star-studded world premieres for SXSW and Austin Film Festival, we ...

The Paramount Theatre. Get Directions. 713 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701 (512) 474–1221. The State Theatre. Get Directions. 719 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701. BOX OFFICE HOURS In-person and by phone Phone: (512) 474-1221. Monday-Friday – Noon-5:30PM Remains open for show service.

The Paramount and State Theatres boast more than 300 nights of entertainment each year! From music, comedy, and family theatre, to spoken word and film. Gift certificates can be purchased in amounts of $25 or more and are redeemable online for events at …

Join us for the 110th Anniversary Gala featuring Lyle Lovett and his Large Band. For one night only, we’re turning Congress Avenue into the most dapper Texas dance hall where we’ll waltz through the wildflowers for an evening of enchanting live music, dancing, and good company to benefit Austin’s most beloved theatres.