Thursday, October 8, 2026, 12:00 AM - 3:00 AM · Hotel San Jose Courtyard Lounge, South Congress, Austin
Knightcap Chess Club sets up in the Hotel San José Courtyard Lounge for casual chess and margaritas on October 7th, running from 7 to 10pm.
The courtyard at Hotel San José has survived every version of South Congress by staying exactly what it is: a lush garden hideaway behind bamboo with intimate live music and tables that encourage lingering. Order the michelada, add a cheese board, and people-watch the afternoon into night.
Frozen rose cocktail, the lounge signature daytime sipper on SoCo
Curated cheese selection with accompaniments, perfect for the patio
Rotating curated cocktails served in the garden courtyard daily.
Beer, lime juice, Tabasco, Worcestershire, dark soy sauce, and black pepper with a salt rim