Waxahachie isn't a big-city party town, and that's the point. Nights here mean a brewery patio on the square, a show in a restored 1895 theater, karaoke, wine, axe throwing, and glow-in-the-dark clay shooting out in the country. When you want more, Deep Ellum and the Fort Worth Stockyards are within an hour.
This guide is for grown-ups. The drinking age in Texas is 21, many bars admit only guests 21 and up, and some activities, like cosmic clay shooting, are 18 and up. For things to do with kids, see our family guide.
At a glance
- Our bar
- Places with strong reviews (4.3 stars and up when we checked), plus Big Al's, a downtown karaoke staple
- Downtown nights
- Two breweries, a winery, a pub, karaoke, and The Texas Theater, about 8 minutes away
- Only-here experience
- Glow-in-the-dark clay shooting at The Porch Venue (18+), about 20 minutes away
- Open latest
- The Green Room in Ennis (1 a.m. Fri and Sat) and The BoxCar in Cedar Hill (2 a.m.)
- Liquor stores
- 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday; closed Sunday
- The tiny home
- Sleeps 7; no parties; quiet hours 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
From Google listings, venue websites, and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code, checked October 1, 2026. Hours change, so call ahead.
Downtown Waxahachie (about 8 minutes)
The Texas Theater
110 W. Main St.
An 1895 theater restored in 2022 to its Art Deco, old-Hollywood look, with about 220 plush seats, a full bar, and a lounge. Concerts, movies, small plays, and stand-up comedy; past performers include Maren Morris and Jack Ingram. Check the calendar and each show's age policy at thetxtheater.com.
Railport Brewing Company
405 W. Madison St.
House beer, food trucks, and live music. Tuesday to Thursday 2 to 9 p.m., Friday 2 to 10 p.m., Saturday noon to 10 p.m., Sunday 2 to 6 p.m.
Southern Roots Brewing Co.
421 S. College St.
Craft beer and pizza in a brewpub near Railyard Park. Open daily from 11:30 a.m. (noon Sunday), until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Cork House Winery
213 E. Main St.
Wine tastings, cheese boards, and live music in a cozy room downtown. Thursday 5 to 9 p.m., Friday 4 to 11 p.m., Saturday 3 to 11 p.m.
College Street Pub
210 N. College St.
An English-style pub with fish and chips and a full bar, just off the square. Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m., until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; closed Sunday.
Big Al's Down The Hatch
200 S. Rogers St.
The square's karaoke and live-music bar and kitchen, open until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
Prime 115
114 S. Rogers St.
Steaks and a full bar on the square, open until 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. More dinner picks are in our where to eat guide.
Adults-only activities
Cosmic clay shooting
The Porch Venue · 1100 Tumbleweed Dr., Waxahachie
Glow-in-the-dark skeet shooting under the stars, Thursday to Saturday nights. The all-inclusive pass is $150 a person for 3 hours (8:30 to 11:30 p.m.) with 50 clays, a shotgun, and ammo; bring your own shotgun for $125 and 100 clays. Darts, giant ninja stars, and yard games during the break. Must be 18+, ID required, no alcohol on site, and reservations required: 469-716-3315.
Axe throwing
Battle Axes Waxahachie · 507 N. Hwy 77
Axe throwing with coaching, games, and a bar. Thursday 5 to 10 p.m., Friday 4 p.m. to midnight, Saturday noon to midnight, Sunday 2 to 8 p.m. Ask about age rules when you book.
Golf at 2 a.m.
The Golf Lounge · 3650 N. Hwy 77
TrackMan simulator bays open 24 hours by reservation; your door code arrives by email. Bring your own drinks.
Black-light paint and sip
Painting with a Twist · 105 E. Belt Line Rd., Cedar Hill
BYOB painting classes, some with glow paint, and private parties for your group. Open daily from 1 p.m.
Party boat on Joe Pool Lake
Lynn Creek Marina · Grand Prairie
A double-decker with a slide for 14, or a tritoon for 10. The driver must be 21+ with a valid license; no glass.
Helicopter tour over Dallas
You Take Flight, Dallas Executive Airport · Leading Edge Helicopters, Grand Prairie
See the skyline lit up from above.
Planning a bachelorette or bachelor weekend? Our wedding guide has full plans for both.
Midlothian (about 20 minutes)
- Twisted Sisters Tap House, 138 N. 8th St.: a taphouse with pizza people drive for, in old downtown. Tuesday to Sunday; closed Monday.
- Bearded Ax Brewery, 301 W. Main St.: a craft brewery with a kitchen up front. Tuesday to Sunday.
- The Porch Pour, 319 E. Avenue G: a farm-to-table restaurant with a wine and cocktail bar, made for date night. Wednesday to Sunday, until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
- Union 28, 651 Highlander: food, an outdoor patio, and live music, open until midnight Friday and Saturday.
- It's Nacho Average Bar & Grill, 513 George Hopper Rd.: a neighborhood bar and grill, open until 1 a.m. Saturday.
Ennis (about 20 minutes)
- The Green Room, 211 W. Knox St.: craft cocktails, open until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Ashleigh's Downtown Kitchen + Bar, 119 S. Dallas St.: pizza, plates, a real bar, and live music some nights. Open daily, until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
- Feef & Bean, 105 NW Main St.: a coffee lounge by day that pours drinks later on.
Late night and dancing
The Green Room
Ennis
Cocktails until 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
The BoxCar
2222 W. Bear Creek Rd., Cedar Hill
A friendly dive bar where everyone gets into the karaoke. Open every night until 2 a.m.; the crowd arrives around midnight.
Outlaws Saloon
10572 FM 2932, Terrell
Live country bands, a dance floor, and good food. Expect a cover charge on band nights; open until 2 a.m. Thursday to Saturday.
Billy Bob's Texas
2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth Stockyards
Billed as the world's largest honky-tonk, with concerts, two-stepping, and live professional bull riding on Friday and Saturday nights at 8 and 9 p.m. Admission is higher on concert nights.
Big nights out in Dallas and Fort Worth
- Deep Ellum, Dallas (about 40 minutes): the city's live-music district, with clubs, bars, and murals packed into a few walkable blocks.
- Reunion Tower, Dallas (about 40 minutes): the skyline from 470 feet up at night, with drinks on the GeO-Deck.
- The Fort Worth Stockyards (about 1 hour): Billy Bob's, honky-tonks on Exchange Avenue, and the PBR Stockyards Showcase, professional bull riding every Thursday at 7:30 p.m.
- Dirty Job Brewing, downtown Mansfield (about 35 minutes): a brewpub with beer flights and naan pizzas.
- Pro sports: the Rangers at Globe Life Field and the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, about 50 minutes away.
Night-out plans
Date night downtown
- 6 p.m.DinnerPanza's Tapping Italy (Wednesday to Saturday) or Prime 115.
- 8 p.m.Show or wineA concert or comedy show at The Texas Theater, or wine at Cork House Winery.
- LatePorchBack to the tiny home for stars from the porch.
Girls' night
- AfternoonPaint and sipBlack-light painting in Cedar Hill, BYOB.
- EveningWine and dinnerThe Porch Pour in Midlothian, or Cork House back in Waxahachie.
- LateCocktailsThe Green Room in Ennis, open until 1 a.m. on weekends.
Guys' night
- AfternoonGolf and axesTrackMan golf at The Golf Lounge, then Battle Axes.
- EveningSeafood and claysA seafood boil at Cajun Bros, then cosmic clay shooting at The Porch Venue, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. There's no alcohol on site, so save the drinks for after.
- LatePorchBack to the tiny home for a quiet nightcap under the stars. Stock up before 9 p.m.; liquor stores close early.
Getting home safe
- Pick a driver or book the ride first. Rideshare works in town, but cars can be scarce late at night out in the country, and the drive back is on dark rural roads.
- Plan around closing times. Most kitchens around Waxahachie close by 9 or 10 p.m.
- Come home quiet. The tiny home's quiet hours are 10 p.m. to 7 a.m., with no parties or outside visitors, since we live on the property.
- If something goes wrong, call 911. The Baylor Scott & White emergency room in Waxahachie is about 10 minutes from the tiny home.
Liquor stores and Texas alcohol rules
- Liquor stores can sell from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday to Saturday. They're closed Sunday and on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
- The closest ones are in Glenn Heights, about 20 minutes north: Liquor Depot (1308 E. Bear Creek Rd.), Spirits Depot, and Bearcreek Beverage & Spirits.
- Beer and wine are sold at grocery stores like H-E-B, about 8 minutes from the tiny home.
- The drinking age is 21, and Texas takes drunk driving seriously.
How far is everything from the tiny home?
| From the tiny home to | Distance | Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Waxahachie (breweries, Texas Theater, Cork House) | 3.7 mi | About 8 min |
| Battle Axes and Cajun Bros (N. Hwy 77) | About 5 mi | About 10 min |
| The Golf Lounge | 8 mi | About 15 min |
| The Porch Venue (cosmic clay shooting) | 8.6 mi | About 20 min |
| Downtown Midlothian | 14.5 mi | About 20 min |
| Downtown Ennis (The Green Room) | 15.5 mi | About 20 min |
| Liquor Depot, Glenn Heights | 15.4 mi | About 20 min |
| The BoxCar, Cedar Hill | 19.3 mi | About 30 min |
| Painting with a Twist, Cedar Hill | 22.2 mi | About 30 min |
| Dirty Job Brewing, Mansfield | 25.8 mi | About 35 min |
| Deep Ellum, Dallas | 32.6 mi | About 40 min |
| Lynn Creek Marina, Joe Pool Lake | 31 mi | About 40 min |
| Outlaws Saloon, Terrell | 46.1 mi | About 55 min |
| Billy Bob's Texas, Fort Worth | 47.7 mi | About 1 hour |
Estimated drive times without traffic, October 2026.
Questions we get
What is there to do at night in Waxahachie?
Downtown has Railport Brewing and Southern Roots Brewing, wine at Cork House Winery, an English-style pub, karaoke at Big Al's Down The Hatch, and concerts, comedy, and movies at The Texas Theater. Nearby, you can throw axes at Battle Axes or shoot glow-in-the-dark clays at The Porch Venue.
Is there live music in Waxahachie?
Yes. The Texas Theater on W. Main St. hosts concerts, comedy, and films in a restored theater with a full bar. Railport Brewing has live music and food trucks, Cork House Winery has music Thursday to Saturday, and Big Al's does live music and karaoke.
What bars are open late near Waxahachie?
Most downtown Waxahachie spots close between 10 p.m. and midnight. The Green Room in Ennis stays open until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and The BoxCar in Cedar Hill, a karaoke dive bar about 30 minutes away, is open until 2 a.m. every night.
Where can I go dancing near Waxahachie?
Billy Bob's Texas in the Fort Worth Stockyards, about an hour away, is billed as the world's largest honky-tonk, with concerts and live bull riding on Friday and Saturday nights. Outlaws Saloon in Terrell, about 55 minutes away, has live bands and a dance floor.
What is cosmic clay shooting?
Glow-in-the-dark skeet shooting at The Porch Venue, about 20 minutes from the tiny home, on Thursday to Saturday nights. The all-inclusive pass is $150 a person for 3 hours with 50 clays, a shotgun, and ammo. You must be 18 or older with ID, there's no alcohol on site, and reservations are required at 469-716-3315.
Is there a brewery in Waxahachie?
Two downtown: Railport Brewing Company on W. Madison St., with live music and food trucks, and Southern Roots Brewing Co. on S. College St., a brewpub with pizza. Bearded Ax Brewery in Midlothian is about 20 minutes away.
When do liquor stores close in Texas?
Texas liquor stores can sell from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday. They're closed on Sundays and on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. The closest ones to the tiny home are in Glenn Heights, about 20 minutes north.
Can we have a party at the tiny home?
No. There are no parties or outside visitors at the house, and quiet hours are 10 p.m. to 7 a.m., since we live on the property. Go out, have fun, and come back to a calm porch.
Is Uber or Lyft available in Waxahachie?
Rideshare works in town, but cars can be scarce late at night out in the country. Pick a designated driver or schedule your ride home before you go out.
What is The Texas Theater in Waxahachie?
A restored 1895 theater on the courthouse square with about 220 seats, a full bar, and a lounge. It hosts live music, movies, small plays, and stand-up comedy. Check each show's age policy when you buy tickets.
Where can couples go for date night near Waxahachie?
Dinner at Panza's Tapping Italy, then wine at Cork House Winery or a show at The Texas Theater. For something different, try black-light paint and sip in Cedar Hill or cosmic clay shooting at The Porch Venue. See our romantic getaway guide for more.
About this guide
Written by the hosts of The Waxahachie Tiny Home, a family-run rental on farmland just outside Waxahachie. We checked the details on this page against official sources and update it as things change. Hours, prices, and dates move around, so confirm before you go.
Last updated October 1, 2026
