Music and Entertainment
Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment's Music and Entertainment division delivers programs and services to innovate and grow Austin's commercial and nonprofit music and entertainment industries. We provide resources and support to organize special events and promote job and compensation growth, sector development, nightlife compatibility, and talent export.
The division is also the liaison to the Music Commission, which conducts public meetings the first Monday of the month to discuss issues important to Austin's music and entertainment industries. Learn more about dates and times for meetings and agendas for discussion at the Austin Boards and Commissions webpage for the Music Commission.
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What We Do
The Austin Center for Events (ACE) is a collaboration of City departments designed to streamline special event permitting on public and private property. ACE works closely with event organizers to guide them through the permitting process to ensure safe and vibrant events.
Entertainment Permitting Services helps businesses in the entertainment industry get the permits they need to create thriving spaces. These include Alcoholic Beverage Permits, Outdoor Amplified Sound Permits, Parking Lot Patio Permits, and more.
The Music and Entertainment Industry Development team supports Austin's creatives in a variety of ways—from creative industry funding to artist development, program partnerships, and assistance with City processes.
The Austin Center for Events (ACE) is a collaboration of City departments designed to streamline special event permitting on public and private property. ACE works closely with event organizers to guide them through the permitting process to ensure safe and vibrant events.
Entertainment Permitting Services helps businesses in the entertainment industry get the permits they need to create thriving spaces. These include Alcoholic Beverage Permits, Outdoor Amplified Sound Permits, Parking Lot Patio Permits, and more.
The Music and Entertainment Industry Development team supports Austin's creatives in a variety of ways—from creative industry funding to artist development, program partnerships, and assistance with City processes.
Music and Entertainment Management
Please reach out to the ACME Music and Entertainment Division management team anytime.
Erica Shamaly
Division Manager
Erica.Shamaly@austintexas.gov
512-974-7821
Maria Alonso
Office of Special Events Manager
Maria.Alonso@austintexas.gov
512-974-2307
Brian Block, AICP
Entertainment Services Manager
Brian.Block@austintexas.gov
512-974-7966
Josh Jacobs
Sales and Events Manager, Parks Special Events
Josh.Jacobs@austintexas.gov
512-974-7813