Country music and good old dancing is one of the best ways to experience Texas’ country heritage. With plenty of esteemed dance music halls, dancers and country music aficionados have plenty of opportunities to experience the best of Texas music. Here are a few of the Austin area’s country music halls.Midnight RodeoAges 18+2201 E. Ben White Blvd.With a 2,000 square foot solid oak dance floor, entertainment stage and great drink specials, Midnight Rodeo offers a little something for everyone. Thursday nights are usually packed for College Night, where both country music and popular hits are played. There is also no cover before 11 p.m. for ladies. Those looking for some live music should go on a Friday night, when country stars like Brandon Rhyder, Roger Creager and Kevin Fowler play. Saturday is Ladies Night, meaning no cover for ladies all night long. Also, there’s usually a guarantee you will see someone else from St. Edward’s University at Midnight Rodeo because it’s only a five minutes from campus.Rebel’s Honky TonkAges 21+305 W. 5th St.Located just downtown, Rebel’s Honky Tonk Country Bar offers a front patio, a huge dance floor and an electronic bull ride. At Rebel’s there’s never a cover and great drink specials all night. With Ladies Night, Dollar Dollar Thursdays and Rebel Nights on Fridays, locals can have a country night in the city. On Saturdays, Rebel’s opens at 6 p.m. so people can watch sports events while listening to their favorite country music.The Broken SpokeAll Ages3201 S. Lamar Blvd.The Broken Spoke considers itself the “last of the true Texas dance halls.” Open since 1964, the Spoke has seen country legends and stars like Willy Nelson, Dolly Parton and George Strait. They pride themselves on being a true and traditional country dance hall. Open Tuesday through Saturday, The Broken Spoke also has a restaurant that serves lunch and dinner and provides dance lessons almost every night. Because there is live band every night, The Broken Spoke charges a $12 dollar cover.Gruene HallAll Ages1281 Gruene Rd.New Braunfels, TexasIt’s a bit of a drive, but Gruene Hall in New Braunfels is a legend among country dance halls. Built in 1878, Gruene Hall is the oldest continually running dance hall in Texas. It’s another popular place to find country legends and newcomers to the scene. Since the only music played is by live bands, tickets usually cost around $25 and can be bought in advance or at the door. For a complete list of shows, check their Web site at www.gruenehall.com.