RuPaul's Drag Race Viewing Party Returns to Austin

Embry Officially and Iggy Bank host weekly watch parties at Cheer Up Charlies

Apr. 10, 2026 at 7:00pm

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RuPaul's Drag Race fans in Austin can look forward to a new season of the hit reality TV show, with weekly viewing parties hosted by local drag performers Embry Officially and Iggy Bank at the popular Cheer Up Charlies nightclub. The parties will feature drag, drinks, games, and other surprises every Friday starting January 2nd.

Why it matters

As one of the most popular LGBTQ+ reality shows, RuPaul's Drag Race has a passionate fanbase that enjoys coming together to watch and celebrate the art of drag. These weekly viewing parties provide a fun, communal experience for Austin's drag community and fans.

The details

The RuPaul's Drag Race viewing parties will take place every Friday at 7pm at Cheer Up Charlies, a longstanding LGBTQ+-friendly bar and music venue in Austin's East 6th Street district. Hosts Embry Officially and Iggy Bank, two local drag performers, will lead the festivities which will include drag performances, drinking games, and other surprises for attendees.

  • The viewing parties will start on January 2, 2026.
  • They will be held every Friday at 7pm.

The players

Embry Officially

A local drag performer hosting the weekly RuPaul's Drag Race viewing parties at Cheer Up Charlies.

Iggy Bank

A local drag performer hosting the weekly RuPaul's Drag Race viewing parties at Cheer Up Charlies.

Cheer Up Charlies

A popular LGBTQ+-friendly bar and music venue in Austin's East 6th Street district where the viewing parties will take place.

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What they’re saying

“In shady times, let there be light! RuPaul's Drag Race is BACK and we're catching every bit of drama and glamour at @cheerupcharlies”

— Embry Officially, Drag Performer

“Find your light with @embry0fficially & @iggy.bank every FRIDAY at 7PM starting January 2nd for drag, drinks, games and oh so many surprises they will leave you dazzled ✨”

— Iggy Bank, Drag Performer

What’s next

Fans can purchase tickets in advance for the weekly RuPaul's Drag Race viewing parties on the Cheer Up Charlies website.

The takeaway

These RuPaul's Drag Race viewing parties provide a fun, communal experience for Austin's LGBTQ+ community and drag fans to come together and celebrate the art of drag in a vibrant, inclusive setting.