Texas Union on March 1, 2025.

The Texas Union was built in 1933 to serve as a college independent community center or "living room" on campus. It is one of the buildings designed by Paul Cret who also designed the Tower and Main Building, Goldsmith Hall and Texas Memorial Museum on campus. Money to build the Union was raised by the Texas Exes in a campaign led by Thomas Watt Gregory.

Explore the Texas Union

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Dining

Explore your food and drink options at the Texas Union

Bowling at the Underground Union

Underground

Bowling, Billiards, Games and more!

Cactus Cafe

Cactus

Find live music at the Cactus!

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Esports

Play games at the esports arena and lounge

Hospitality Center

Visit the Hospitality Center in the Texas Union where a friendly and efficient staff can provide answers to your questions about the Unions, the University, and the city of Austin. We also offer a variety of free informational pamphlets, bus schedules, and brochures. Come visit us in the South Lobby of the Texas Union during building hours and be greeted with a smile!

Texas Union: Level 2

We've got 5 floors of food, fun, and meeting space. View Texas Union Floor Plans

 

Today's Hours

Texas Union

Hours
Comment Time slot Day
10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Closed
Address

University Unions
2308 Whitis Ave
F4200
Austin, TX 78712

Phone

512-475-6636

Fax

512-475-6599

Website

universityunions.utexas.edu

Google maps

Upcoming Events

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Monday February 9, 2026, 9:00 am - Monday March 2, 2026, 10:00 am
Texas Union
Apply Feb 9-Mar 2, 2026
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Monday February 9, 2026, 9:00 am - Monday March 2, 2026, 10:00 am
Apply Feb 9-Mar 2, 2026
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Monday February 9, 2026, 11:00 am - Friday February 20, 2026, 11:59 pm
Calling all UT student bands! 🎸 Sign up is open now until February 20 at 11:59 PM to apply for Battle of the Bands (March 11) and/or Forty Acres Fest (March 27).
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Monday February 16, 2026, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Shirley Bird Perry Ballroom
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with an evening full of vibrant traditions, cultural performances, and festive fun! Enjoy delicious treats, interactive activities, and a chance to welcome prosperity and happiness for the year ahead. Don’t miss this colorful celebration on campus!
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Monday February 16, 2026, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cactus Cafe
Jam session hosted by Texas Supports Live Music
Open Mic at the Cactus
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Tuesday February 17, 2026, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cactus Cafe
Admission is free! Doors open at 7 p.m., show begins at 7:30 p.m.
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Scheduled
Wednesday February 18, 2026, 5:30 am - 7:30 am
Cactus Cafe
Join an unforgettable evening where science meets comedy, live music and demos — all on one special night at the historic Cactus Café.
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Scheduled
Wednesday February 18, 2026, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Texas Union Underground
Light up the night at Love, Light & Lanes! Enjoy a silent disco, delicious bites, and bowling fun at the Texas Union Underground. Whether you’re dancing under the headphones or rolling strikes, this is the ultimate campus hangout for music and good vibes.
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Thursday February 19, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Texas Union Theatre
Join E+E Films & Media for a movie showing of Zootopia 2. Doors open at 5:30PM for the 6PM showing, and 8:30PM for the 9PM showing.
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Thursday February 19, 2026, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Cactus Cafe
Doors at 6:30PM. Show at 7:30PM. Tickets on sale now!
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