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Empire Control Room & Garage sits in the heart of downtown Austin at 606 E. 7th Street. A three-space music complex, it features the expansive Garage (1050 capacity), the intimate Control Room (350 capacity) with a seating chart and suites/boxes, and the open-air Patio (200 capacity). As a core SXSW venue and a hub for conferences and private events, Empire offers a reliable, no-fuss ticketing experience and a steady lineup of live performances.

Whether you’re catching a headline show or a private booking, you’ll find straightforward access, strong transit options, and nearby hotels within easy walking distance. We’ve got you covered with current event details, seating info, and practical tips to secure your seats and plan your visit efficiently.

Venue Details and Getting There

Empire Control Room & Garage is located at 606 E. 7th Street, in downtown Austin, TX 78701. The venue comprises three distinct spaces:

  • Garage – 1050 attendees, standing room with occasional reserved sections
  • Control Room – 350 attendees, seating chart available; some Suites/Boxes options
  • Patio – 200 attendees, outdoor space for select events

The Control Room uses an interactive seating chart (via TicketCity) for seating allocations where applicable. For most events, GA admission is standard, with limited box/suite options depending on the show.

Parking and Transportation: Street parking is available, with limited on-site spaces. Nearby public lots offer additional options. Rideshare is strongly recommended for convenience and to avoid circling for parking. Empire is easily reached from downtown by walking, rideshare, or public transit, and sits about four blocks from the Austin Convention Center.

Nearby Hotels: For convenient stays, consider Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown – University (810 Red River St) and Fairmont Austin (101 Red River St). Both are within easy walking distance and place you close to Empire’s vibrant music scene.

Notable Use: Empire is a core SXSW venue and hosts numerous conferences, private events, and regular performances year-round. This makes it a reliable choice for live music fans visiting Austin.

Plan Your Visit: Check the calendar for specific events, seating options, and availability. We’ll help you secure your seats and coordinate travel plans with straightforward, friendly service.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 606 E. 7th Street, Austin, TX 78701.
  • Venue type: three-space music venue with a Garage (1050 cap), Control Room (350 cap), and Patio (200 cap).
  • Seating/direction: Control Room has a seating chart; tickets typically show General Admission with some Suites/Boxes options (interactive seating chart available via TicketCity).
  • Parking: street parking is available; limited on-site parking; nearby public lots; rideshare recommended.
  • Transit/location: located in downtown Austin, about four blocks from the Austin Convention Center; easily accessible by rideshare, walking, and nearby transit options.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown – University (810 Red River St) and Fairmont Austin (101 Red River St) are within walking distance; both market proximity to Empire.
  • Notable events: Empire is a core SXSW venue and hosts numerous conferences and private events; ongoing event calendar features regular performances and private bookings.
  • Renaming/demolition: no demolition; actively operating as Empire Control Room & Garage (no formal renaming to a different facility).