We connect people and strengthen community by showcasing unforgettable performances across genres, providing life-changing arts education programs, and dreaming up magical experiences in iconic venues that anchor and define downtown Austin.

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 from Comedy to Classic Films, the Paramount serves as the anchor for the Austin Arts scene.

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 ...

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 ...

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.

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.

Make lifelong memories performing on the Paramount stage! 6 sessions to choose from at locations across Austin! In this fun and fast-paced 2-week musical theatre camp, campers will perform Broadway style musical numbers and iconic pop hits on the historic Paramount Stage!

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 …

The Paramount & State Theatres 713 Congress Avenue Austin, TX 78701. Parking: 600 Congress Avenue Parking Garage. Other options include CapMetro bus routes, seamless rideshare pullup, metered street parking, and more.

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 from Comedy to Classic Films, the Paramount serves as the anchor for the Austin Arts scene.