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View Full Post Top Things to Do with Kids this Summer in Austin

Published: 6/26/2017

With so many great activities for kids, it's easy to see why Austin is such a fun vacation spot for families. Here are some areas of town your kids (and you) will love to explore: Dino Land Exhibit at Zilker Botanical Garden. You can spend a whole day just in the Zilker Park area. Fed by natural springs that keep the water a refreshing 68-degrees year-round, there's no better place for families to beat the heat than Barton Springs Pool . Enjoy views of downtown on the Zilker Zephyr Miniature Train . After the 20-minute ride that goes over bridges, through... read more

Tags: Family Summer South Austin Outdoors South Congress North Austin

Posted in: Family

View Full Post Your Complete Austin Summer Bucket List

Published: 6/21/2017

Summer is the best time to cross items off your bucket list. Whether you’re taking a “stay-cation” or traveling from miles away, Austin is a one-stop destination to fit in some great summer activities. Here’s what’s on our list this season: OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Congress Avenue Bridge Bats Austin is home to the largest urban bat population in North America during the summer months. Locals and tourists alike gather around the Congress Ave. Bridge at sunset to watch 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats swirl out from their resting place to find their dinner of... read more

Tags: Summer Outdoors Bats Live Music Iconic Austin Events

Posted in: Outdoors Family

View Full Post Cool Summer Treats in Austin

Published: 6/16/2017

Don’t know how to beat the heat this summer? Chill out with some of the coolest treats in Austin! Ice Cream Holla Mode This food trailer brings Thailand to Austin. Thai-style ice cream is made by pouring liquid ingredients onto a surface of -30°F. Once frozen in a thin layer, the ice cream is scraped into rolls and garnished with your topping of choice. Moojo Gourmet ice cream and freshly baked cookies team up to make these delicious ice cream sandwiches. Choose between 12 cookies and 16 ice cream flavors to stack up a custom treat. Amy’s Ice Creams In the mood for... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Summer Family Food Trucks

Posted in: Eat & Drink

View Full Post The Lowdown on Farms and Farmers Markets in and Around Austin

Published: 6/14/2017

Texas Hill Country is a farm haven. Lush, green and hilly, the land around Austin features farms in every direction, including both urban and rural farms. With a long Texas summer, warm fall, mild winter and generally fruitful spring, there’s no shortage of local produce year-round, nor is there a shortage of places to find it. Here’s a quick guide to some of Austin’s best farmers markets, urban farms and pick-your-own orchards where you’ll find some of the freshest seasonal treats. URBAN FARMS Several farms within Austin’s city limits host... read more

Tags: Hill Country Shopping Family Outdoors

Posted in: Hill Country

View Full Post Hill Country Food Truck Festival Returns to Luckenbach

Published: 6/12/2017

The Fourth Annual Hill Country Food Truck Festival featuring sixteen food trucks, ten Texas Hill Country wineries and a lineup of live Texas music, will take place from noon to 11 p.m. on Saturday, June 24, in Luckenbach Texas. Last year nearly 3,000 folks enjoyed what could be best described as an iconic summer day in the Texas Hill Country - delicious food, Texas wine, ice cold beer and great Americana music - all in legendary Luckenbach! The Texas Hill Country Food Truck Festival is a family friendly event, and dogs on leashes are welcome. The food trucks will be selling... read more

Tags: Hill Country Events Food Trucks Eat & Drink Summer Wine Pet Friendly

Posted in: Hill Country Events

View Full Post Historic Austin: The University of Texas at Austin

Published: 6/9/2017

Explore Austin’s storied roots with a visit to some of the town’s many historic sites. One of the best places to experience the story of Austin is at the University of Texas, home to unique architecture, museums for all interests and some of the best barbecue in the city. C06254, Austin History Center, Austin Public Library. The University of Texas was founded in 1883. The architectural character of its landmark buildings was determined early in the 20th century by architect Cass Gilbert, followed by Paul Philippe Cret. They designed buildings with limestone walls,... read more

Tags: Historical Neighborhoods University of Texas Central

Posted in: Neighborhoods

View Full Post Top Picks for Independence Day in Austin

Published: 6/7/2017

There’s no better place to honor the red, white and blue than Texas’ capital city. Austin is all about friends, food and fun when it comes to celebrating the 4 th of July holiday. From light-up-the-sky fireworks to live outdoor music, the city does it up right. Plan an exciting holiday weekend with these insider tips. Congress Avenue Bridge at Sunset. FUEL UP AND WATCH FIREWORKS Threadgill’s + Austin Symphony & Fireworks Show Treat Yourself: Threadgill’s tasty music history runs deep, attracting everyone from country fans to rock-loving hippies (Janis... read more

Tags: Family Holidays Eat & Drink Summer BBQ Live Music

Posted in: Family Eat & Drink

View Full Post The Local's Guide to Swimming Holes in Austin

Published: 6/5/2017

Shake the summer heat at some of the coolest swimming holes found in and around Austin. There’s no denying it: summer is sizzling in Austin. But luckily, Mother Nature helps out with a number of splashy swimming holes that offer a fun way to cool off. Check out these area favorites: Swimming at Barton Springs Pool. Courtesy of Contiki. Barton Springs Pool Combine great swimming with people watching at the historic Barton Springs Pool, just minutes from downtown Austin. Located in the heart of the 360-acre Zilker Park , this swimmer’s paradise features clear water fed from... read more

Tags: Outdoors Summer Hill Country Free Parks

Posted in: Outdoors

View Full Post June Top Events & Festivals

Published: 6/2/2017

Whether you plan to pack a picnic or grab a paddle, catch a classic or experience something new, there's something for every interest in Austin this summer. If you're looking for something to do this June, head to Austin for one of these hot events and festivals around town: Congress Avenue. Courtesy of the Paramount Theatre. 5/25/17 - 9/2/17 Summer Classic Film Series Paramount & Stateside Theatres Love classic movies? The Paramount Theatre has been running the Summer Classic Film Series for more than 40 years. Visit their website for... read more

Tags: Events Summer Live Music Festivals Multicultural Film

Posted in: Events

View Full Post Three Days in Austin on a Budget

Published: 5/31/2017

Stretch your travel dollars with this three-day itinerary of budget-friendly eats, sips and sees. The Contemporary Austin Jones Center. Courtesy of The Contemporary Austin. DAY 1 Wake up with a migas breakfast taco wrapped in a homemade tortilla at Veracruz All Natural food truck, named one of the "Top 5 Tacos in America" by Food Network. Head over to the Brush Square Museums , a trio of free museums in the East Sixth Street National Register Historic District. The Susanna Dickinson Museum is the stone home of the only Anglo adult survivor of the Battle of the Alamo; the O. Henry... read more

Tags: Itineraries Eat & Drink Museums Food Trucks Outdoors Shopping South Congress Rainey Downtown

Posted in: Eat & Drink Arts & Culture

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