Tech Team Building in Austin: Where Engineers Actually Want to Go
Laser tag isn't cutting it. Austin tech companies are booking SideHustle LIVE — where entrepreneurs pitch to comedians — for team building their engineers actually want to attend.
The Problem with Tech Team Building
Your engineering team builds products that millions of people use. They solve complex problems before lunch. And then someone suggests laser tag for team building, and you can feel the collective eye roll through Slack.
Austin's tech workforce — from the Domain to downtown, from Apple to the hundreds of startups along Shoal Creek — deserves team building that matches their energy. Something smart, fast-paced, and actually entertaining.
Why SideHustle LIVE Works for Tech Teams
SideHustle LIVE is a live comedy game show where real entrepreneurs pitch their side hustles to a panel of comedians. Think Shark Tank meets stand-up comedy, performed live in Austin's best venues.
Here's why tech teams specifically love it:
- It speaks their language. Half the audience has a side project they've been tinkering with. When a founder pitches their AI-powered pet food delivery app, your engineers get it — and the comedians' reactions are priceless.
- It's spectator-friendly. Not everyone on your team wants to be on stage or "participate" in forced activities. SideHustle LIVE lets introverts enjoy the show and extroverts volunteer for audience segments.
- It sparks real conversation. After the show, your team won't be talking about work — they'll be debating whether that hot sauce subscription was actually fundable.
Austin: The Perfect City for Tech Team Events
Austin isn't just a tech hub — it's a city where the startup ecosystem and entertainment scene are deeply intertwined. From SXSW to weekly pitch nights, entrepreneurship is part of the culture here.
SideHustle LIVE plugs directly into that energy. We've performed for teams from companies across Austin's tech corridor, and the feedback is consistent: "This is the first team event people actually asked to attend again."
Booking Options for Tech Teams
We work with teams of all sizes:
- Startup teams (10-30) — VIP tables at public shows with reserved seating and drink packages
- Mid-size companies (30-100) — Private shows at your choice of Austin venue
- Enterprise groups (100+) — Full custom productions with branded activations and on-stage participation
Planning a tech team outing in Austin? email team@playsidehustle.com and give your team something worth closing their laptops for.