January is a month of new beginnings. Start your new year with festivities taking place within your community. We’ve found a few events, in and outside of Austin, that you and your friends will enjoy this month.
Local and Out-State Events
The Return of Weird City Hip-Hop, January 16, 2016 (6:00) – If you’re a fan of 1980s hip-hop and spoken word poetry, you’re in for a real treat at this eagerly anticipated live event. The Weird City Hip-Hop event will be held at Spider House Ballroom, one of Austin’s most beloved music venues.
Live Band Karaoke, Thursday in January (9:30) – Share the Baker St. Pub & Grill stage with fellow karaoke lovers, every Thursday night. You’ll not only be treated to a fun night of singing and dancing with Austin’s most ambitious amatuer and professional singers, you’ll enjoy drink and menu specials.
Courir de Mardi Gras, Southwest Louisiana, Jan. 29-Feb. 9 – For those of you eager to get out of town, take a roadtrip to the Pelican State! According to local news source The Austin Chronicle, this event celebrates a Cajun-style Mardi Gras with gumbo, local brews, and dancing. “Instead of a parade in which gifts are tossed to onlookers, in this Mardi Gras tradition, the participants themselves become the beggars looking for gumbo ingredients.”[1] If you and your friends decide to take a trip to Louisiana, plan for safety to avoid unwanted law enforcement interaction or jail time.
3 Event Safety Tips
- If you’re going to drink alcohol, remember to drink in moderation. This will help you remain alert and aware of your surroundings even when the fun is reaching its peak.
- Dehydration is an inconvenient party foul, so remember to drink plenty of water. You don’t want to get sick or pass out at events due to lack of hydration.
- Prior to driving to any event in Austin or in a different state, designate a sober driver! This is a very important event safety tip that can help you stay out of jail for drunk driving. Be Vigilant: Your designated driver might kick back a few drinks. If this happens, call a local taxicab service or a rideshare company like Lyft to get you both home safely. Never drink and drive!
Be safe while enjoying these fun activities. If things get out of hand and you or a friend ends up behind bars call Freedom Bail Bonds-Austin. We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to get people out of jail fast!
