The Paramount Theatre is a historic downtown Austin landmark at 713 Congress Avenue, opened in 1915 as a grand vaudeville house and later transformed into a movie palace and performing arts venue.

With its ornate classical architecture, the nearly 1,300-seat theater hosts a wide range of events including live music concerts, comedy shows, Broadway productions, classic film series, and major festivals like Moontower Comedy and SXSW premieres.

People who enjoy the lively energy of nearby 6th Street often love the Paramount because it’s just a short walk away—offering a perfect complement to the bar-hopping nightlife. Visitors can experience Austin’s vibrant downtown scene by day or night and then step into this elegant historic space for high-quality live performances or films, blending the city’s fun, social atmosphere with a more refined cultural outing.