Where was the Movie “Dazed and Confused” filmed?
Movie scene locations you can SetJet in Austin, Texas: 30th Anniversary of Dazed and Confused
By Erik Nachtrieb, SetJetters CEO & Cofounder
Coming of age cult classic Dazed and Confused has left an indelible mark on pop culture since its release in 1993.
Directed by Richard Linklater, the film explores the lives of a group of Texas teens on the last day of school in 1976.
With its nostalgic look at the 70s, a killer soundtrack (check out these iconic songs on Spotify: Sweet Emotion,
Schools Out & Paranoid), and memorable characters like Matthew McConaughey’s iconic David Wooderson, the film continues to resonate with new generations.
One of the reasons for its lasting popularity is its authentic feel, thanks in large part to the real Austin, Texas locations used in the film.
As Dazed and Confused approaches its 30th anniversary, fans of the film are heading to Austin to relive the magic and visit the iconic scene locations where the film was shot.
We’ve highlighted a few of our favourite movie locations below, but you can easily find them all on the SetJetters app, take a ShotSync photo at each one, and discover near-scene businesses enhancing your time in Austin.
DAZED & CONFUSED FILMING LOCATIONS
Top Notch Drive-in
& Hamburgers
Location: 7530 Burnet Road, Austin, Texas
Famous for its 70s vibe, Top Notch Hamburgers is where Wooderson (Matthew McConaughey), "Pink" Floyd (Jason London), and Mitch (Wiley Wiggins) hang out. This scene captures the essence of cool, with Wooderson delivering his iconic line, “Alright, alright, alright.” Fans can grab a burger and snap a picture at this retro drive-in, a perfect tribute to the movie.
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Have you Signed the Pledge?
Location: Bedichek Middle School, 6800 Bill Hughes Road, Austin, Texas
In the film, Bedichek serves as Lee High School, where much of the last day of school drama unfolds. “School’s Out!”. This location includes the schoolyard hazing scenes, a key element of the movie’s plot.
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School’s Out at the Middle School
Location:
Everett L. Williams Elementary School, 902 Romeria Drive, Austin Texas
This elementary school stands in for Mitch Kramer’s school in Dazed and Confused. After his baseball game, Mitch is chased down by seniors, setting off a night of adventures. Fans can relive this scene by exploring the quiet suburban setting captured in the film.
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Razzing the Pitcher Before the Hazing
Location: Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park, 7000 Ardath Street, Austin, Texas
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his neighborhood park appears in the film when Mitch is trapped by the seniors and hazed with swats. This is a fun spot for fans to explore and snap a ShotSync using the SetJetters app.
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Caught at Carl’s House
Location: 6409 Wilbur Drive, Austin, Texas
(This is a residential address, please be respectful when visiting)
Carl's mom (Katherine Asher) saves the boys from hazing, for now. Second-time senior O'Bannion (Ben Affleck) chases Carl (Esteban Powell) and Mitch Kramer (Wiley Wiggins) to Carl's house to give them an initiation "swat" and captures them on the front porch. It’s a memorable part of the film, capturing the angst of adolescence.
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Advice from Wooderson on the Field
Location: Burger Stadium, 3200 Jones Road, Austin, Texas
After Ron Slater (Rory Cochrane) proposes the whole crew smoke a joint on the 50-yard line of the football field, Wooderson (Matthew McConaughey) gives Randall "Pink" Floyd (Jason London) some sage advice, "You just got to keep livin', man. L-I-V-I-N." Note: In the movie, they're actually on the 30-yard line.
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Propose to Mr. Dawson
Location: Austin Public Library / Yarborough Branch 2200 Hancock Drive, Austin, Texas
As part of the senior hazing of the freshman girls, Shavonne (Deena Martin) subtly forces Sabrina (Christin Hinojosa) to propose marriage to Don Dawson (Sasha Jenson).
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Hoisting Beers at the Grab & Go
Location: 4001 Medical Parkway, Austin, Texas
Freshman Mitch stands lookout, while "Pink" Floyd (Jason London) and Kevin Pickford (Shawn Andrews) wait in the car, for Dawson (Sasha Jenson) who's run into Ballard's Grab & Go to hoist some beers.
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Revenge on O’Bannion
Location: 821 Brentwood Street, Austin, Texas
During the hazing of Carl (Esteban Powell), with threats of a beating with a paddle, O'Bannion (Ben Affleck) becomes the target of freshman revenge when Carl's fellow underclassmen dump a bucket of paint on O'Bannion as payback for all of his relentless harassment.
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Hanging at the Emporium
Location: 6604 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas
In front of The Emporium, Wooderson (Matthew McConaughey) tells Randall "Pink" Floyd, Don Dawson (Sasha Jenson), and Mitch Kramer what he likes about these high school girls just as the 'Girl in Blue Truck' (Renée Zelwegger) passes by.
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Time for a Carwash
Location: Seguin Shine Carwash, 1313 Highway 123, Seguin, Texas
Though a bit outside Austin, this carwash is the location of one of the most famous hazing scenes, where the freshmen are driven through a carwash in the back of a pickup truck.
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Party at the Moonlight Tower
Location: Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park, Austin, Texas
The location of the epic end-of-the-year party. Darla (Parker Posey) enjoys an impromptu dance at a keg party with most of the Lee High School student body when they overtake a local park and, later, access Austin's famous Moonlight Tower.
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The 30th Anniversary Celebration in Austin
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Austin is gearing up to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Dazed and Confused with a special festival dedicated to the film.
The festival will include outdoor screenings of the movie, a recreation of the film’s iconic party scene, and panel discussions with members of the cast and crew, including Richard Linklater himself. Music, food trucks, and vintage cars will add to the festive 70s atmosphere, giving fans a full immersive experience.
For the special anniversary tours available, and for those who want to explore on their own, the SetJetters app will be a perfect companion. Collect all of the scenes and earn the “Dazed and Confused 30th Anniversary Badge” (pictured left) for your trophy case.
If you can’t make the anniversary you can explore Austin’s movie locations the next time you visit using SetJetters.
Why SetJetters is the Ultimate Film Tourism Tool
SetJetters makes it easy for film tourists to track down the precise locations of their favorite scenes, and Dazed and Confused is no exception.
The app offers detailed directions, historical information, and fun trivia, making it a comprehensive guide for anyone wanting to relive the movie’s best moments in Austin.
Using SetJetters, you can also explore local businesses near these iconic locations, from retro diners to vintage record shops that offer special deals for film fans.
It's more than just a tour—it's a comple
te experience that connects you with the Austin of yesterday and today.
As you prepare for your Dazed and Confused pilgrimage during the 30th anniversary celebration, make sure to download SetJetters and get ready to “party at the moon tower” just like the cast did three decades ago.
From Wooderson’s smooth lines to Mitch Kramer’s famous hazing, you'll be walking through film history one location at a time.
And remember, just like Wooderson said, "The older you get, the more rules they're gonna try to get you to follow. You just gotta keep livin', man. L-I-V-I-N."
