A guide to dive bars in Austin: Carousel Lounge is one of the bars that made our list

The bar offers wine, beer, mixers and popcorn.

Customers can cozy up to the long bar at Carousel Lounge.

The bar at Carousel Lounge wraps around a carousel that fits its circus and carnival theme.

Allan Gill, an Austin musician, performed at Carousel Lounge in February.

Carousel Lounge is open Wednesday to Saturday, and has nightly, free live music performances.

The bar is lit with many neon signs.

Carousel Lounge features a circus-themed interior with dozens of tables for visitors.

Hanging out at the bar at Carousel Lounge is part of the fun.

Circus-themed items can be found all over the bar.

A board at the bar's entrance will tell you who the night's acts are.