Murder Mystery at Zach Theatre and Live Jazz Nights: What's On in Austin Today
Austin's Wednesday Highlights: February 25, 2026
Welcome to your midweek guide for Austin. Whether you are looking for a suspenseful night at the theater, intimate live music, or a community meetup, the city has a diverse lineup for Wednesday, February 25, 2026. From the historic stages of downtown to local coffee house jazz, here is what is happening today.
Theatrical Mystery and Comedy
For those seeking a night of high drama, the Zach Theatre presents a performance of Murder on the Orient Express. This elegant adaptation of Agatha Christie’s classic whodunit features a riveting new staging that begins at 7:30 PM. It is a perfect choice for fans of suspense and classic storytelling.
If you prefer laughter, comedy takes center stage at two of the city’s most iconic venues. Rob Anderson brings his unique performance style to the Paramount Theatre starting at 7:00 PM. Simultaneously, over at the State Theatre, you can catch a performance by TBOY. For a more underground feel, Shoebox Comedy is hosting a session at Sneaker Politics on West 2nd Street starting at 8:00 PM, often featuring surprise local guests and a relaxed atmosphere.
Live Music and Songwriter Circles
Austin’s reputation as the live music capital is on full display tonight. The 04 Center is hosting the South Austin Song Circle at 8:00 PM. This intimate session features local favorites including Adam Carroll, Chris Carroll, Libby Koch, and Chuck Hawthorne. These circles offer a rare chance to hear the stories behind the songs in a quiet, listening-room environment.
For those who want something more upbeat, the Far Out Lounge & Stage holds its recurring Wednesday Free Funk Dance Party at 7:00 PM. Meanwhile, Mozart’s Coffee Roasters provides a scenic backdrop for the UT Jazz Combo, starting their set at 7:00 PM overlooking Lake Austin. If you are looking for legendary blues and funk, George Porter JR & Runnin' Pardners will be performing at Antone's Nightclub at 8:00 PM.
Exhibitions and Community Meetups
The Blanton Museum of Art continues its exhibition Contemporary Project 16: Tammy Nguyen, which is open to the public today. Additionally, the Dougherty Arts Center is hosting Feasts in the Absurd, an ongoing exhibition exploring surrealist culinary themes.
Community gatherings are also in full swing. Radio Coffee & Beer hosts its popular Trivia Night at 8:00 PM, while Tiny Minotaur Tavern invites the community to its Queer Coven Witchy Wednesday Social, a unique weekly meetup starting at 8:00 PM. For those interested in culinary history, the special event Holding Space Through Food: Black Stories from Soil to Stove is taking place tonight, offering a deep dive into local heritage and gastronomy.