Join Us for Night Shift: Austin’s Monthly Music Industry Mixer + Open Mic Feb 4th— RSVP Today!
Austin’s creative community knows that real connections often happen after the show ends—and that’s exactly why Night Shift was born. This monthly music-industry mixer and open mic brings together musicians, creators, and industry professionals for an evening of music, networking, and meaningful conversation. Best of all? It’s free with RSVP!
🎶 What Night Shift Is All About
Night Shift is a community-first gathering where working musicians, music industry professionals, and ATXM supporters can connect in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Think of it as the place where you swap gig stories, share opportunities, meet collaborators, and enjoy local talent—all without the formalities of a traditional networking event.
Whether you’re a singer-songwriter, producer, venue operator, booking agent, educator, nonprofit partner, or a passionate fan of Austin’s music scene, Night Shift is your moment to plug into the heartbeat of our creative community.
📍 Event Details
Here’s what you need to know: RSVP REQUIRED!
📅 When: Wednesday, Feb 4th, 2026
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Central Time
📍 Where: Brushy Street Commons (Austin, TX)
🎟️ Cost: Free — but RSVP is required!
🎤 Who: Musicians, music industry folks, ATXM Pro Community members, and supporters of Austin’s music ecosystem
🔞 Age: 21+ event
🚨 RSVP Required! 🎟️Grab your free tickets today!
Who It’s For
Night Shift is for:
Musicians building sustainable careers
Venues and talent buyers
Promoters and festivals
Media and cultural storytellers
Community partners and nonprofits
Brands that believe in Austin’s music economy
🎶What to Expect
Here’s why you’ll want to show up:
🎤 Open Mic
This is a listening-room–style open mic designed to create a respectful, supportive environment—perfect for musicians who want to be heard and for industry peers who want to discover talent across genres and experience levels.
What to Expect
🎤 Open mic featuring musicians of all styles and backgrounds
🤝 Music industry networking with artists, venues, media, nonprofits, and supporters
🍸 Relaxed lounge vibes with food & drinks available
🎶 A community that values listening, respect, and showing up for one another
Open Mic Guidelines
Open to all musicians and styles
Time limit per performer (includes tuning & intro)
Simple setups encouraged
Please stay and support fellow performers
Quiet, attentive audience during performances
How Open Mic Signup Works
Signup takes place at the event when doors open
Interested performers add their name to the onsite signup list
Performer slots are selected by lottery
Selected names will be announced from the stage
Slots are limited and subject to time constraints
Show starts on time
🤝 Authentic Connections
Skip the business card shuffle. This is about genuine conversations with people who live and breathe music—artists, promoters, managers, producers, and venue staff.
🌟 Community Vibes
Night Shift is where new collaborations begin, and longtime connections deepen—a place to celebrate the talent and grit that make Austin’s music scene legendary.
🎶 Schedule
Night Shift is designed to be easy, welcoming, and flexible—whether you’re coming straight from a gig or just popping in to connect.
🕖 7:00 PM — Doors Open + Welcome
Check in, grab a drink, and settle in. This is a great time to meet fellow musicians, ATXM Pro Community members, and music industry professionals before the night gets rolling. Sign-ups are first come, first served. Bring your instrument, your voice, or just enjoy the talent in the room.
🤝 7:15 – 8:00 PM — Open Networking
Mingle with artists, producers, venue operators, managers, promoters, educators, and advocates from across Austin’s music ecosystem. No formal programming—just real conversations and community.
🎤 8:00 – 9:15 PM — Open Mic
The open mic takes center stage. Performers rotate quickly to keep the energy high and give everyone a chance to share.
🌙 9:30 – 10:00 PM — Connect + Close Out
Wrap up the night with final conversations, new connections, and plans to collaborate beyond the room.
🌆 Why You Should Attend
Night Shift isn’t just another industry event. It’s a community experience where music professionals—whether emerging or established—can:
Discover new creative partners
Swap insights on venues, gigs, and opportunities
Share tools, tips, and experiences
Support each other’s work in a vibrant, local atmosphere
From acoustic jams to conversation over drinks, this is the kind of night that fuels careers and builds community momentum.
🎟 RSVP Required
Space fills up fast! Because this event is free, tickets go quickly—and Night Shift wouldn’t be the same without you there.
Come for the music. Stay for the connections. Let’s keep Austin’s music scene thriving—together. 🎶
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors!
