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Free music: first look at Hot Summer Nights line-up

New performers include Al West, DJ Vee, Ghost Wolves, Islands of Pear, Loteria, Middleman, Sunspite and Perreo Club.

Published June 18, 2024 at 10:00am by Hannah Ortega

Hot Summer Nights is back and turning up the heat on downtown Austin.

The Red River Cultural District's free three-night music festival hits the district July 18-20, showcasing the myriad local artists that call this city home. From punk to folk to electronic, Austin's music scene thrives in this district, and Hot Summer Nights celebrates these venues and the artists that make them iconic.

Here's what you need to know:

When: July 18-20, music starts around 7-8 p.m. each night

Where: Various venues in the Red River Cultural District, including:

Special Events:

Karaoke party
Night market in partnership with Future Front Texas
Sunday Gospel brunch at Stubb's
Daytime fitness and lifestyle programming at Waterloo Park

Performers: Over 100 local artists will take the stage, including:

Al West
Alexalone
Ampersand
Artless Jab
Arya
BB Ding & Hexxxgf

See the full list of artists here

For more information, visit the Red River Cultural District website.