Fits and Trips: A Hypebeast Travel Guide for Festival Goers in Austin

There’s a certain magic in the air when music lovers descend on Austin, Texas in the fall. The city hums with energy—equal parts live sets, vintage shopping sprees, and coffee-fueled catch-ups before the next big performance. This guide isn’t just about the music but about how to live the weekend like a local while you’re here. From tucked-away vintage spots and legendary boot shops to late-night hangs that only make sense after a day in the sun, we’ve mapped out the perfect plan for every kind of fan. And because this is also a Fits and Trips guide, we’ve included a few outfit ideas you can shop to help you nail the vibe at every stop—pieces that keep you looking sharp while you explore the city in style.

Plus, with W Austin as your homebase, you’re already playing your stay in style—just steps from the action and fully tapped into the Marriott Bonvoy® network. When you use your Marriott Bonvoy® card to pay for your trip and everyday purchases throughout the city, you’ll earn points that can be turned into free nights for your next getaway. It’s like your own festival-side reward system—making every coffee run, vintage score, and late-night bite feel even more worth it. So whether you’re here for the mosh pit or the matcha, we’ve got your off-stage itinerary covered.

W Austin

Staying at W Austin gives you a front-row seat to everything that makes this city sing. You’re just minutes from major stages, with sleek modern rooms that double as your retreat when the encore wraps. Around the hotel, food, design, art, and nightlife merge into one energetic pulse. As part of Marriott Bonvoy®, every night counts—and when you book your stay using the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Card, you can earn up to 17x points to use toward your next music tour stop. With a newly revamped interior inspired by the spirit of Texas, a rooftop WET Deck pulsing with DJ sets and the serene AWAY Spa just an elevator ride away, W Austin turns your festival weekend into a full-on lifestyle experience.

Address:
200 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701

The Fit:

The W Austin’s sleek, music-fueled atmosphere calls for an outfit that feels both elevated and expressive. The striped long-sleeve from CDG Shirt paired with Piet’s washed denim shorts strikes that perfect balance between polished and laid-back—ideal for moving from rooftop sets to lobby lounges. Throw in MessyWeekend’s tortoise-frame optics or a multicolor Q Timex reissue for subtle flair, and you’ve got a look that matches the hotel’s rhythm: refined, playful and always ready for an encore.

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[shoppable brand=”MessyWeekend”product=”Glasses” link=”https://hbx.com/men/brands/messy-weekend/ivy-optics-tortoise” store=”HBX: MessyWeekend Glasses” price=”$130 USD”]


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[shoppable brand=”Timex”product=”Q Reissue Watch” link=”https://hbx.com/archives/brands/timex/q-timex-reissue-multicolor” store=”HBX: Timex Q Reissue Watch” price=”$195 USD”]


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[shoppable brand=”Toga Virilis”product=”Metal Loafer” link=”https://hbx.com/men/brands/toga-virilis/square-metal-loafer-black” store=”HBX: Toga Virilis Metal Loafer” price=”$490 USD”]


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Radio/East

If you’re chasing a spot that shifts with the day, Radio/East is a standout pick. By morning, it’s part‑coffeehouse, part communal workspace. As evening hits, the vibe transforms with local bands taking the open‑air stage. Here, craft cocktails replace cold brews and a lineup of food trucks (think Veracruz, Tommy Want Wingy, Shortwave Diner) feeds whatever your setlist of cravings is. For festival‑fatigue mornings or late‑night wind‑downs, few places balance energy and ease quite like this one.

Address:

3504 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78744

The Fit:

Radio/East calls for an outfit that can flex with the space’s split personality—laid-back by day, live-wired by night. A Needles cowboy shirt adds just the right pop of color for sipping coffee in the courtyard, while Hiking Patrol’s technical trousers keep you comfortable whether you’re working on a laptop or grabbing a taco from the food trucks. ASICS trainers are perfect for transitioning into the evening crowd when the stage lights flip on, and an Æ Synctx ball cap finishes the look with an easy, casual edge. It’s a fit that feels as adaptable as Radio/East itself.

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[shoppable brand=”Æ Synctx”product=”Braces Ball Cap” link=”https://hbx.com/women/brands/aesynctx/braces-ball-cap-sand-charcoal” store=”HBX: Æ Synctx Braces Ball Cap” price=”$125 USD”]


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Allens Boots

Allens Boots is a piece of Austin lore. Founded in 1977, its flagship on South Congress with the giant red boot above the entrance makes it unmistakable. Inside you’ll find thousands of pairs of boots from dozens of makers with exotic leathers, hand‑stitching and custom builds. There’s also hats, denim and accessories that let you pull together that perfect stage‑ready, Western‑meets‑street style. It’s where tradition, craftsmanship, and iconic Austin identity meet.

Address:

1522 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

The Fit:

A visit to Allen’s Boots on South Congress calls for a look that blends Western charm with modern edge, and this lineup gets it right. The Greg Lauren shawl-collar shirt in sunset hues pairs naturally with Acne Studios’ loose-fit jeans, creating a laid-back but refined base. Maison Margiela’s Tabi Western boots bring a bold twist to Texas tradition, while the Pleasures x Juicy Couture Realtree cap and Our Legacy ombré wool bag add playful personality—perfect for embracing Austin’s effortlessly cool cowboy energy.

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[shoppable brand=”Pleasures x Juicy Couture”product=”Real Tree Cap” link=”https://hbx.com/men/brands/pleasures/pleasures-x-juicy-couture-realtree-cap-pink-edge” store=”HBX: Pleasures x Juicy Couture Real Tree Cap” price=”$50 USD”]


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[shoppable brand=”Our Legacy”product=”Drip Bag” link=”https://hbx.com/men/brands/our-legacy/drip-bag-ombre-brown-hairy-wool” store=”HBX: Our Legacy Drip Bag” price=”$400 USD”]


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Mohawk Austin

If you want a venue that feels built for music lovers, Mohawk Austin delivers: two stages (one cozy indoor, one multilevel outdoor), three bars, balconies which give you killer sight lines and a vibe that’s raw and welcoming. Founded in 2006 in downtown Austin, it’s carved a space for all genres and all fans—whether you want to rage out in front of the stage or chill on the rooftop patio under lights. It’s close enough to hotel bases and festival grounds to slide in and out of shows easily, making it a perfect nightly cap or surprise discovery between sets.

Address:
912 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701

The Fit:

Catching a show at Mohawk Austin calls for an outfit with edge, so something that feels lived-in, slightly conceptual and ready for the pit should do the trick. A Y/Project tank keeps it minimal but statement-worthy, while the Pleasures x Daft Punk studded jorts add just the right amount of rebellion. Rick Owens’ Cargo Vest and MegaGeobaskets bring that futuristic rock energy, and an Acne Studios beanie ties it all together. Finish it off with Arcus Paris sunglasses, and you’ve got the perfect mix of underground cool and main-stage presence.

[shoppable brand=”Rick Owens”product=”Hollywood Cargo Vest” link=”https://hbx.com/men/brands/rick-owens/hollywood-cargo-vest-black” store=”HBX: Rick Owens Hollywood Cargo Vest” price=”$550 USD”]


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[shoppable brand=”Pleasures x Daft Punk”product=”Jorts” link=”https://hbx.com/men/brands/pleasures/pleasures-x-daft-punk-lucky-studded-jorts-black?srsltid=AfmBOor7yMNzZJ7xFV2-6xoc44ISGJ7Dlyig2PRzdyKfaamTIuowTYGc” store=”HBX: Pleasures x Daft Punk Jorts” price=”$125 USD”]


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[shoppable brand=”Acne Studios”product=”Yak Beanie” link=”https://hbx.com/men/brands/acne-studios/face-logo-square-beanie-yak-black” store=”HBX: Acne Studios Yak Beanie” price=”$220 USD”]


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[shoppable brand=”Arcus Paris”product=”Sunglasses” link=”https://hbx.com/men/brands/arcus-paris/andromeda-nimbus-alpha-grey-dark-grey” store=”HBX: Arcus Paris Sunglasses” price=”$200 USD”]


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Lo-Fi Vintage

Lo‑Fi Vintage is a gem for anyone who likes their style to feel personal, worn‑in, and one‑of‑a‑kind. Nestled at 604 W. 29th St, it specializes in deadstock and carefully curated vintage gear—think ’90s tees, denim with character, accessories you won’t spot everywhere. It’s small but detailed: the kind of place where you dig through racks and feel like you’ve discovered something special.

Address:
604 W 29th St, Austin, TX 78705

The Fit:

Your Lo-Fi Vintage stop deserves a fit with personality. It has to feel artful, comfortable and a little unpredictable, just like the racks inside. A Wacko Maria cardigan featuring Basquiat’s bold graphics pairs perfectly with a Glass Cypress tee, giving that creative, layered vibe. Nanamica sweatpants keep it easy for digging through finds, while ASICS Gel-Kayano 20s bring in that vintage-runner aesthetic. Top it off with a Human Made military pouch to stash your smaller scores, and you’ve got a look that says “I know what I’m looking for.”

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[shoppable brand=”Nanamica”product=”Sweatpants” link=”https://hbx.com/men/brands/nanamica/sweat-pants-heather-gray” store=”HBX: Nanamica Sweatpants” price=”$140 USD”]


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[shoppable brand=”ASICS”product=”UB10-S GEL-Kayano 20″ link=”https://hbx.com/men/brands/asics/ub10-s-gel-kayano-20-2-moss-gunmetal” store=”HBX: PDF Knee Shorts” price=”$190 USD”]


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[shoppable brand=”Human Made”product=”Military Pouch” link=”https://hbx.com/men/brands/human-made/military-pouch-large-green” store=”HBX: Human Made Military Pouch” price=”$25 USD”]


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