ESPA Barefoot Ball 2026

Join ESPA for a smashing celebration of local Austin performing artists! Dress to impress and get ready to groove with live music, dance performances, and a rocking dance floor. Complimentary cocktails and door prizes! Bid on the Silent Auction, and meet the Resident Artists of East Side Performing Arts, formerly known as First Street Studio.  🎊

Your attendance helps support ESPA’s mission to keep rehearsal and performance space accessible and affordable for Austin artists. Don't miss this epic night of fun, art, and community! 💥

ESPA Barefoot Ball Order of Events:

Saturday January 31, 2026

🥂 6:00-7:00pm – Doors, Open Bar, Mingle, Silent Auction, Resident Company Tabling, Meet the ESPA Ambassadors, Participate in some Interactive Activities 

💃🏽 7:00-8:30pm – PERFORMANCE, including 15-minute intermission and Door Prize Announcements

🎶 8:30-10:00pm – DJ, Door Prize Announcements, Open Bar, Silent Auction, DANCE PARTY!

Featured artists list coming soon

🎟 TICKETS

https://barefootball2026.eventbrite.com 

😇 Can't make it? Still want to support East Side Performing Arts? Please consider making a donation! Thank you for your generosity in supporting this community of artists! All proceeds help subsidize our rental rates for Austin’s performing artists and protect our city's performing arts culture.

https://www.eastsideperformingarts.com/donate 

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