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About The Sidewinder
The Sidewinder was a dual-stage live music venue and bar located at 715 Red River St in the heart of Austin’s Red River Cultural District. Known for its indoor and outdoor stages, the space hosted a mix of local and touring acts from its opening in 2015 until its branding shifted in later years. While The Sidewinder branding at that address is no longer in operation, exploring its history helps fans and visitors understand Austin’s vibrant music landscape and the evolution of venues in the Red River area.
As you plan a night in downtown Austin, this page provides practical details about parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options to help you secure your plans with ease.
Current venue operations at the address sit under different branding as of 2020–2023, including Birdie Num Nums and The Cut, which reflects Austin’s evolving after-hours scene. If you’re seeking live music experiences in the Red River District, consider nearby venues and updated listings in the area. We’ve got you covered with practical tips for parking, transit, and convenient stays nearby so you can focus on enjoying Austin’s iconic music culture.
Parking in downtown Austin is typically paid with street meters. For events near the Red River area, the Symphony Square Garage at 1111 Red River St offers parking options close to multiple venues and can be a convenient choice for a night out. Downtown transit features CapMetro high-frequency routes and priority lanes, making bus travel a solid option for reaching the Red River corridor from various parts of the city. If you’re staying overnight, Fairmont Austin (101 Red River St) is within walking distance and a popular choice for visitors wanting a comfortable stay near the action. When planning a visit, always check for the latest venue branding and event listings to ensure you’re headed to the right location and time.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 715 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701.
- Venue type: dual-stage live music venue/bar in the Red River Cultural District (indoor and outdoor stages).
- Capacity history: back patio capacity reduced from 239 to 49 ahead of SXSW in 2018; overall capacity has been reported around 500 in some listings, but exact current figures are no longer applicable since the venue closed.
- Notable events hosted: opened in 2015 as a key Red River Club; SXSW period exposed capacity issues leading to closure in 2018; space hosted many local and touring acts during its life.
- Current status: The Sidewinder is closed; the space was rebranded as Birdie Num Nums (2020) and later repurposed as The Cut, an after-hours venue (2023); The Sidewinder branding is no longer in operation at that address.
- Parking: Downtown Austin parking is paid and street meters apply; nearby Symphony Square Garage (1111 Red River St) offers parking options for events in the area.
- Transit: Downtown Austin features transit priority lanes and CapMetro high-frequency bus service; the Red River area is served by multiple CapMetro routes and downtown transit infrastructure.
- Nearby hotels: Fairmont Austin is at 101 Red River Street, within walking distance of the Sidewinder space.