Welcome to 29th Street Ballroom, a revived mid-sized live music venue in the heart of Austin’s University District. Located at 2906 Fruth St, this space reimagines the former Spider House Ballroom experience with an indoor stage and occasional back outdoor space. With an approximate indoor capacity of 350, 29th Street Ballroom offers an intimate setting that still hosts full-band performances and touring acts. Whether you’re planning a night of local sound or catching national acts, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats, park nearby, and find convenient places to stay and eat around the venue.

Beyond the stage, 29th Street Ballroom sits in a walkable area with on-site parking and nearby food-truck gatherings that often complement event nights. CapMetro serves the surrounding UT area with multiple routes, making transit a viable option for attendees. If you’re visiting from out of town, consider hotels like Hotel Ella or the AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at UT for a comfortable stay within a mile of the venue. For dining and socializing before or after a show, our affiliate partners offer recommended options that pair well with live music experiences. When you’re ready to secure your tickets, we’ve got you—easy, no-fuss purchases through trusted connections.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 2906 Fruth St, Austin, TX 78705.
Current indoor capacity: approximately 350 people.
Historical note: the space was formerly Spider House Ballroom, with reported ballroom capacity around 150–250 depending on configuration.
Venue type: mid-sized live music venue/bar with an indoor stage and an occasional back outdoor space.
Seating chart: no public fixed seating chart published; configurations vary; third-party seating charts exist (e.g., TicketIQ).
Parking: on-site lot with about 150 spaces; adjacent food-truck parking often used during events.
Transit: served by CapMetro buses; plan trips via CapMetro Trip Planner; UT area-accessible via multiple routes.
Nearby hotels: Hotel Ella (~0.9 miles) and AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at UT (~1.0 mile) are close by.
Notable events hosted: Seahaven (Winter Forever tour) on Feb 11, 2026; Glitterer on Feb 12, 2026; The Belair Lip Bombs + dust on Apr 19, 2026.
Renamed/demolished note: formerly Spider House Ballroom; rebranded and revived as 29th Street Ballroom under new management in 2025.