Long Center

Long Center Presents: The Drop-In

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Time

(Thursday) 8:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

Location

H-E-B Stage

701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX 78704

Event Details

Our free outdoor concert series returns on May 22! Every Thursday through August 14, we’ll provide the tunes and the view if you bring the energy. With 23 bands and plenty of opportunity to let loose, it’s time to shake off your blankets and lawn chairs, double-check you have all the Drop-In info you need, and prepare to vibe on our 3D-printed stage all summer long.

LEVEL UP YOUR DROP-IN
LC Members get:

  • First dibs on RSVPing to every Drop-In before the general public
  • Early entrance into the venue for you and your guests
  • Access to the Member Lounge to watch the show with free popcorn and first-come-first-served seating
  • Members-only bar, weekly drink specials. and other surprises

+ a free Drop-In t-shirt for first-time Members – you can pick it up at your next Drop-In while supplies last!

Act fast and become a Member today!

Make sure to stay tuned to Long Center socials every Friday to learn which artist is performing next.

FOOD & BEVERAGE
We’ve got you covered with food trucks and a full bar at each event.  No outside food or drink is allowed (with the exception of 1 sealed water bottle).

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Member Lounge

Want to get the most out of your Drop-In?

Become a Member!

LC Members are what really keeps The Drop-In going. While you’re feeling good because you’re doing good, you’ll get:

  • First dibs on RSVPing to every Drop-In before the general public
  • Early entrance into the venue for you and your guests
  • Access to the Member Lounge watch the show with free popcorn and first-come-first-served seating
  • Members-only bar, weekly drink specials, and other surprises

+ a free Drop-In t-shirt for first-time Members – you can pick it up at your next Drop-In while supplies last!

Act fast and become a Member today!

Thank You to our Sponsors

What To Expect

  • This is an outdoor event.
  • Doors open at 7 PM // Show starts at 8pm
  • Spots on the lawn are first come, first served.  While chairs are not provided, blankets and lawn chairs are welcome.
  • Leashed pets are welcome
  • Re-entry is permitted
  • Prohibited items include but are not limited to: Outside food or drinks, weapons of any kind including pocket knives, Professional cameras (cameras with detachable lenses), Video cameras, illegal or illicit items of any kind, tents, vending of any kind and soliciting of any kind.

Questions? Email our 3M Box Office or hit us up on social media at any time. You can also call the 3M Box Office at (512) 474-LONG (5664) or TTY (800) 735-2989 and get your questions answered right away.

Accessibility

Learn more about our accessibility services or contact us with questions ahead of your visit.

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LC Members get first dibs on RSVPs, access to the Member Lounge, members-only bar, drink specials and other surprises!

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Tickets for The Drop-In are FREE and artists are announced every Friday! Stay tuned for the full lineup dropping on May 5.

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LEVEL UP YOUR DROP-IN

Become a LC member today and and get first dibs on RSVP before the public, early entrance into the venue for you and your guests, members-only bars, and other surprises!

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