The U.S. presidential election of 2024 is a big one for the country. In November, Americans will vote for the next president of the United States: Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris or Republican nominee former president Donald Trump. But before then, the two candidates will participate in their first and only debate together in Philadelphia on Tuesday, September 10 starting at 8 p.m. CST. Because of the magnitude of the presidential debate, several Austin restaurants and bars will be airing the debates for people who want to get out of their homes and watch with others, where places will be offering food, drinks, and company.
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Where to Watch the Presidential Debate 2024 in Austin
Democratic nominee and Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican nominee and former president Donald Trump will meet for the first time before the 2024 election

Black Star Co-op Pub & Brewery
The Crestview brewpub will be showing the debate on all of its televisions with closed captioning and full volume starting at 8 p.m. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in services.
Bobo's Snack Bar
Although the Cherrywood cafe is typically closed on Tuesdays, it’ll open up its doors for the debate. The event will be screened on both the indoor and outdoor screens from 7 to 10 p.m. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.
The Volstead Lounge
The East Austin bar and venue will be airing the debate as well. Doors open at 7 p.m. and there will be election-themed cocktails available too. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.
Industry
The East Austin restaurant is hosting a bingo game themed to the debate (which it’ll show as well) starting at 8 p.m. Plus it’ll offer all-night happy hour pricing. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in services.
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Lustre Pearl South
Democratic political organizations Texans for Kamala and Texas Blue Action are hosting their debate watch party at the far south Austin location of Lustre Pearl. There will be activities for volunteers starting at 6:30 p.m. with the debate at 8 p.m. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.
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