AUSTINDEBATESHOWCASE
Live debates. Real skills. Austin's most electrifying evening of ideas.
100% Free · All skill levels · An evening you won't forget
The Invitation
Come see what happens when a room full of Austinites decides to argue, the right way
Tired of hot takes and people shouting past each other? The Austin Debate Showcase is the antidote: live debate at its most exciting, an open invitation rather than an elite competition. Three exhibition matches, a hands-on workshop, and an evening you won't stop talking about.
For the Curious
Never debated? Perfect. Come watch the fireworks, learn the techniques, and leave thinking differently.
For Professionals
Level up the skills you already use, in meetings, negotiations, pitches, and everyday life.
For Educators & Students
See debate in action. Bring your classroom, your study group, or your most opinionated friends.
For Community Builders
Help launch a new kind of civic entertainment in Austin. Sponsor, volunteer, or just show up.
Evening Format
One evening of workshop, debates, and conversation
Interactive Workshop
45 minutes
Learn the fundamentals of winning arguments. Build a case, handle objections, and structure your reasoning. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned speaker, you'll walk away with tools you can use immediately.
Exhibition Debates
2-3 matches
2v2 team debates on topics relevant to Austin, tech ethics, startup culture, urban growth, and more.
Flagship Debate
40 minutes
The main event: skilled debaters tackle a High-profile Austin issue. Extended format with audience Q&A. The audience participates too, this isn't passive entertainment.
The Lineup
Eight debaters. Four teams. One stage.
Lineup announced soon
Applications are open now. Eight Austin debaters will be selected for the exhibition and flagship debates, and the audience votes the winners.
Apply to DebateEvening Schedule
Saturday, July 25, 2026 • Premier Austin Innovation Space
Doors Open
Check-in, light refreshments, networking
Workshop: "How to Win Any Argument"
Interactive session on argument structure and persuasion techniques (45 min)
Exhibition Debate 1
Topic: Austin tech/policy issue • Format: 2v2, 25 minutes • Audience votes the winner
Intermission
Refreshments, sponsor activations, networking
Exhibition Debate 2
Topic: Audience-selected from options • Format: 2v2, 25 minutes • Audience votes the winner
Flagship Debate
Topic: High-profile Austin issue • Format: 2v2 extended, 40 minutes • Audience votes the winner
Awards & Closing
Best Debater, Best Argument, Audience Favorite
Networking Reception
Connect with debaters, sponsors, and fellow attendees
Event Concludes
Thank you for joining us!
Be Part of It
Every seat filled is a vote for better discourse
Grab Your Seat
FREE · OPEN TO ALL
- Full evening access
- Workshop participation
- Watch all 3 debates
- Networking reception
- Light refreshments
- Vote for the winners
No ticket needed, just you. Every person in the room makes this movement stronger.
This event is completely free thanks to our sponsors. RSVP helps us plan the evening. Can't make it? Let us know so someone else can join.
Become a Sponsor
Help bring this community together
The Austin Debate Showcase is 100% free for attendees because of people like you. Your support keeps the doors open for anyone who wants to walk in, learn something, and be part of something new.
This isn't just branding, it's community building. Your name stands alongside an event that's bringing real conversation back to Austin.
Gold
$2,500
- Logo on all event materials
- Logo on livestream
- 10 reserved tickets
- 2-minute speaking slot
- Premium booth space
- Social media spotlight
- Newsletter feature
Silver
$1,250
- Logo on event materials
- Logo on livestream
- 5 reserved tickets
- Standard booth space
- Social media mention
Bronze
$500
- Logo on event materials
- 2 reserved tickets
- Social media mention
Community
In-kind
- Venue partnership
- Catering partnership
- A/V equipment
- Media coverage
- Custom arrangement
Contact John Connor at john@superdebate.org
The Venue
A premier Austin innovation space
Premier Austin Innovation Space
VENUE ANNOUNCEMENT COMING SOON
We're finalizing partnership with one of Austin's most exciting innovation venues. Expect a modern space designed for events, networking, and collaboration, perfectly suited for live debate events.
RSVP now to receive venue details as soon as they're announced.
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