Recreation Center · Austin, TX

Monkeywrench Books

About

Snug, volunteer-run shop for books focusing on social & economic justice with an event space & cafe.

Reviews lean positive — 4.4 out of 5 across 141 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 12:00 – 8:00 PM — which makes planning simple. And if it does not suit, 18 more recreation centers in Austin are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other recreation centers in Austin.

What works

Solid local standing
A 4.4 average from 141 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
Open every day
The same hours all week (12:00 – 8:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Easy to pair with a second stop
18 other recreation centers sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.
An official site to check first
Whoever runs this recreation center posts schedules, closures and events there.

Worth knowing first

Parking is undocumented
No lot or street parking is recorded against this listing. Assume you are hunting for a kerbside spot.

Planning a visit

General guidance for recreation centers, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Indoor programming — classes, a gym, courts, meeting rooms — usually behind a membership or a drop-in fee.

A good fit for regulars who want indoor space that works year-round.

When to go

Schedules rotate by season, so confirm the class or open-gym block before heading over. The gates are open 12:00 – 8:00 PM.

What to bring

ID or membership card
Indoor shoes
A lock for the changing room

Hours

Monday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM

Common questions about Monkeywrench Books

What is Monkeywrench Books?

Snug, volunteer-run shop for books focusing on social & economic justice with an event space & cafe. It is a recreation center in Austin, TX, at 110 N Loop Blvd E.

What are the opening hours at Monkeywrench Books?

Monkeywrench Books is open 12:00 – 8:00 PM every day of the week.

Is there parking at Monkeywrench Books?

No parking is recorded for Monkeywrench Books. Expect to look for street parking nearby.

How is Monkeywrench Books rated?

Monkeywrench Books holds 4.4 out of 5 stars from 141 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Austin has 18 other recreation centers listed on AllParx, including Chinmaya Mission Austin, LCRA Red Bud Center and Austin Creative Reuse Center.