Sunday, September 20, 2026, 10:30 PM - 1:30 AM · Cheer Up Charlies, Downtown Austin, Austin
Soft Focus screens Muppets from Space at Cheer Up Charlies for Jim Henson's birthday, celebrating Gonzo as the franchise's queerest character. Trailers start at 5:30pm with the movie at 6pm, free to attend.
Queer- and WOC-owned institution in the Red River District where drag shows and live music rotate through the same stage most nights of the week. Cocktails pour from fresh-juice taps (kombucha included), and the kale lime gingerita is either exactly your thing or immediately not. Rainbow murals, a busy outdoor patio, and a door policy that boils down to everyone is welcome.
Kale, lime, and ginger margarita — fresh-pressed, vegan, surprisingly good
Whisky, kombucha, lavender bitters, candied ginger — the house signature cocktail
Kale-spiked house margarita with fresh lime and ginger — the bar's most-ordered drink.
Rum, mango juice, elderflower, habanero — tropical heat in a glass
House kombucha on tap, served straight or as a cocktail base.
White Russian made with coconut milk in place of cream, fully vegan.