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Dining

Explore your food and drink options at the Texas Union

Cactus Cafe

Cactus Cafe

Find live music at the Cactus!

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Esports

Play games at the esports arena and lounge

Bowling at the Underground Union

Underground

Bowling, Billiards, Games and more!

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

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We've got 5 floors of food, fun, and meeting space.

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The University Unions provides the opportunity for university departments and registered student organizations to advertise events and activities on campus.

There are 12 screens located throughout the Texas Union, Student Activity Center, Prufrock’s Coffee Shop in the PCL, and the Wendy’s in Jester Center.

Upcoming Events

No Man. No Guitar.

University Writing Center Open Mic: Rough Drafts

Event Status
Scheduled
Monday November 2, 2026, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cactus Cafe
Event starts at 5:30pm.
Open Mic at the Cactus

Cactus Cafe Songwriters' Open Mic Hosted by Jake Farr

Event Status
Scheduled
Tuesday November 3, 2026, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Recurs: Weekly on Tuesday, 7:30 - 9:30pm until Tue, Nov 24 2026
Cactus Cafe
Free Admission! Original music only. Music starts at 7:30 PM.
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Late Night Film - Phantom of the Opera with Texas Performing Arts

Event Status
Scheduled
Wednesday November 4, 2026, 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Texas Union
A young soprano becomes the obsession of a disfigured and murderous musical genius who lives beneath the Paris Opéra House.
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Sriyam Live at The Cactus Cafe!

Event Status
Scheduled
Wednesday November 4, 2026, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Cactus Cafe
Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. Tickets on sale now!
Man? No Guitar

John Wheeler with Kenny Mistretta Live at The Cactus Cafe!

Event Status
Scheduled
Thursday November 5, 2026, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Cactus Cafe
Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. Tickets on sale now!
Man. No Guitar.

Jeremy Nail Ft. William Harries Graham

Event Status
Scheduled
Friday November 6, 2026, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Cactus Cafe
Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. Tickets on sale now!
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Malford Milligan and Tin Cadillac Acoustic Live at The Cactus Cafe!

Event Status
Scheduled
Saturday November 7, 2026, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Cactus Cafe
Doors at 6:30pm. Show at 7:30pm.
Open Mic at the Cactus

Cactus Cafe Songwriters' Open Mic Hosted by Jake Farr

Event Status
Scheduled
Tuesday November 10, 2026, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Recurs: Weekly on Tuesday, 7:30 - 9:30pm until Tue, Nov 24 2026
Cactus Cafe
Free Admission! Original music only. Music starts at 7:30 PM.
Admiral Bill McRaven

A Discussion with Admiral Bill McRaven, presented by the Texas Cowboys Lectureship Series

Event Status
Scheduled
Wednesday November 11, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Texas Union Theatre
Please join us on Wednesday, November 11th, 2026, at the Texas Union Theatre at 3:00 p.m. for an afternoon with our distinguished guest, Admiral Bill McRaven. Each year, the Texas Cowboys have brought some of the greatest speakers in the state of Texas to discuss leadership, service, and other values through the lectureship series. Past speakers have included Michael Dell, Mack Brown, and Shaun White, among others. The goal of these events is to allow students to learn from and be inspired by some of the greatest minds, athletes, coaches, and other leaders across society today.
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Blockbuster: Brand New Day: Spider-Man

Event Status
Scheduled
Thursday November 12, 2026, 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Texas Union
A forgotten Peter Parker lives alone as a full-time Spider-Man until mounting pressure triggers a dangerous change and a powerful new enemy emerges.
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