If you want the most authentic, only-in-Austin Sunday ritual, make a beeline to Chicken Sh!t Bingo at C-Boy's Heart & Soul. Equal parts honky-tonk, neighborhood hang, and pure Texas whimsy, this South Congress staple sits just down the road from the Continental Club’s legendary Austin room and packs a bi-level club and patio with fans who come for country tunes, cold drinks, and the moment a live chicken picks the winning square.

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C-Boy's Heart & Soul

2008 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Mon 6pm–2am; Tue–Fri 5pm–2am; Sat 7pm–2am; Sun 3pm–2am
(512) 215-0023Website

The essentials

  • Venue: C-Boy's Heart & Soul, 2008 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
  • Contact: (512) 215-0023 | info@cboys.com | www.cboys.com
  • Hours: Mon 6pm–2am; Tue–Fri 5pm–2am; Sat 7pm–2am; Sun 3pm–2am
  • Capacity and age: 200 people; 21+ venue
  • Features: Outdoor patio, vintage shuffleboard, upstairs Jade Room cocktail lounge
  • Food: On-site food trailer Tue–Sun, 6pm–2am (note: it opens after Bingo starts)
Note

Details like hours, food trailer timing, and programming can shift with seasons or special events. Double-check C-Boy’s website or socials if Chicken Sh!t Bingo is the centerpiece of your plans.

What is Chicken Sh!t Bingo?
As part of C-Boy's "Chicken $#!+ Country" Sundays, a live chicken determines the winning bingo square. You buy a ticket, the bird does its business, and a winner gets called on stage for a cash prize. Winners can claim the money or choose from alternative prizes. Expect classic country sets, rowdy cheers, and plenty of laughs, all in a room that’s hosted everyone from local heroes to Jimmie Vaughan’s “Live at C-Boy’s” sessions. Longtime host Smiley Velasquez keeps the energy high and the proceedings delightfully Austin, in the same honky-tonk tradition you’ll find across town in spots featured in Visit Austin’s honky-tonk roundup.

When and how it works

  • Time: Sundays, first draw at about 3:30 pm (C-Boy's opens at 3:00 pm on Sundays).
  • Price: $2 per ticket, limit one per person.
  • Flow: Grab a ticket as soon as you arrive; when the number is called, head up to the stage to confirm your square and collect your prize.
  • Note: Rounds and timing can vary; ask staff or the host on arrival if additional rounds are planned that day.
Pro Tip

Ask at the bar or host stand as soon as you walk in whether they expect multiple Bingo rounds that day—on busier Sundays, knowing the plan helps you decide how long to hang between draws.

If you’re building your whole night around music, check the C-Boy’s live music calendar beforehand to see who’s playing after Bingo.

Insider timing strategy

  • Arrive at 3:00–3:10 pm. With a 3:30 pm start, the line builds quickly and tickets can go fast. Getting there right at Sunday opening gives you the best shot at snagging a ticket and a good spot near the action.
  • Stake out your view. The main-floor sightline to the pen (and the stage) goes first. If the floor is packed, slip upstairs to the Jade Room and keep an ear out—staff will announce the winning square.
  • Bring small bills. Tickets are only $2—having exact change speeds things up at the table and the bar.
  • Eat before you go. The food trailer opens at 6 pm, so plan a late lunch on South Congress and treat C-Boy's as your pre-dinner hang. You can stay for food once the trailer opens and the evening bands roll in.

If you want to pair your Sunday with more outdoor hangs, scan our Austin's November Patio Comfort Guide: Dog- and Kid-Friendly Spots With Heaters, Wind Protection, and Seasonal Menus for pre- or post-Bingo ideas, or mix in family-friendly picks from Austin's Best Kid-Approved Patios with Playgrounds (and Weeknight Deals).

First-timer playbook

  • One ticket per person: No hoarding—bring friends to increase your group's odds.
  • Cash vs. prize: If you're the lucky winner, you'll be invited on stage. Decide quickly whether you want the money or an alternative prize and enjoy your moment. For bigger ticketed shows or special events at the club, it’s worth skimming C-Boy’s ticketing details before you go.
  • Expect a crowd: C-Boy's caps at around 200. It's lively but intimate; if it's your first time, soak in the country set and the crowd's call-and-response with the host.
  • Dress for the weather: November is mild in Austin. This weekend looks pleasant (Saturday around 75°F, Sunday around 71°F). It's humid today with a chance of rain, so consider a light layer and shoes you don't mind on a damp patio. If you’re looking to build a whole weekend around the weather, the Austin Family Thanksgiving Week Playbook has more seasonal timing intel.
  • Stay awhile: Even after Bingo, Sunday nights at C-Boy's are classic Austin—more live music, the patio humming, and the Jade Room slinging cocktails.

To put the night in context, you can also browse Visit Austin’s nightlife and live music guide for what else is happening around town.

Parking and getting there on South Congress

  • Street parking is limited and metered; read signs carefully.
  • If you're driving, check for side-street spots east of South Congress and be ready to walk a few blocks.
  • Rideshare is the stress-free move, especially for a Sunday afternoon crowd. It also lets you explore post-Bingo without worrying about your car.
  • Biking is viable if you're nearby; lock up along South Congress and keep lights handy for nighttime.
Heads Up

South Congress parking rules and enforcement can change around events and festivals. Always read the meter and street signs carefully to avoid tickets or towing, especially on side streets.

Where to post up inside

  • Main room: Close to the stage and pen for maximum energy and quick access when numbers are called.
  • Patio: Great for airflow and conversation; you'll hear the commotion when it's showtime.
  • Jade Room (upstairs): A moody, mid-century cocktail lounge vibe with solid sightlines to the stage announcements, plus a more relaxed pace.

Make a South Congress afternoon of it

If you’re curious how C-Boy’s fits into the wider SoCo scene and ownership story, the club’s own About page and the SoCo Stomp festival site offer a nice snapshot of its role in the district. If you want to keep the honky-tonk vibe going in a different part of town, you can also compare it to Old Austin classics in our Scholz Garten + Saengerrunde insider guide.

Weather watch for this week

  • Today: 79°F with about a 65% chance of rain and humidity—patio might be damp.
  • Weekend: Mild and comfortable—Saturday around 75°F, Sunday around 71°F. A light jacket is enough; if showers roll through, the indoor main room fills up first.

Good-to-know fine print

  • 21+ venue—bring a valid ID.
  • Capacity tops out at 200; come early on popular weekends and during festival season. During major event weeks like festival season, you’ll feel the same crowd pressure across town, from SoCo up to campus-area classics like Scholz Garten + Saengerrunde.
  • Schedules can change; if Bingo is mission-critical to your trip, call ahead or check C-Boy's site or socials the morning of.

Quick reference

  • Address: 2008 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
  • Phone: (512) 215-0023
  • Email: info@cboys.com
  • Website: https://www.cboys.com
  • Hours: Mon 6pm–2am; Tue–Fri 5pm–2am; Sat 7pm–2am; Sun 3pm–2am
  • Food trailer: Tue–Sun 6pm–2am
  • Program: Chicken $#!+ Country with Chicken Sh!t Bingo on Sundays, first draw around 3:30 pm
  • Tickets: $2, one per person; stage call for cash or alternative prize

Plan the rest of your Austin eats and outings

For more offbeat or seasonal plans to round out the weekend, you can look at experiences like the Eureka Room Austin no‑spoiler insider playbook or our guide to The Front Market Fall 2025 at Waterloo Park. If you want to stack even more holiday markets onto your Sunday, Austin Holiday Market Hacks lays out low-cost gift stops locals actually use.

If you’re mapping a full SoCo and downtown live-music crawl, pair C-Boy’s with the Visit Austin live music guide and the South Congress District directory to plan your route. For downtown logistics, the Austin Visitor Center insider playbook can help you navigate parking, walking routes, and coffee stops between venues.

Final tip
Set an alarm for 2:40 pm Sunday, grab cash and a light layer, and be at the door when it opens at 3 pm. With a $2 ticket in hand and Smiley on the mic, you'll understand why Chicken Sh!t Bingo is a rite of passage in Austin.