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Published: 2/27/2017

Planning a spring escape to Austin? March is one of our busiest months for festivals and events ! Here are a few of our favorite things to add to your list: 3/4/17 Explore UT University of Texas at Austin Campus Each spring, the University of Texas hosts this fun and informative open house for students, parents, visitors and families. Kids can explore the campus, participate in interactive demonstrations and experiments, visit university museums and more! exploreut.utexas.edu 3/5/17 Zilker Park Kite Festival Zilker Park The nation's oldest kite festival features hundreds... read more

Tags: Events Arts & Culture Live Music SXSW Film Spring Zilker Park

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View Full Post 9 Places to Experience the Natural Beauty of Zilker Park

Published: 2/24/2017

Zilker Park is known as the "jewel in the heart of Austin," and it's easy to see why. It features an enormous, natural spring-fed swimming pool, sculpture garden, stand-up paddle boarding, dinosaurs (at the prehistoric gardens in the botanical garden), and unbeatable views of the Austin skyline. What more could you want? Austin City Limits Festival at Zilker Park. Credit Charles Reagan Hackleman, courtesy ACL. Zilker Park Zilker has an unmatched view of downtown Austin and is a great place to escape the heat. Here you can go for a dip in Barton Springs Pool, walk around... read more

Tags: Outdoors South Austin Zilker Park Family Eat & Drink Craft Beer BBQ Arts & Culture

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View Full Post 3 Austin Bands You Need to Know (and Will Love!)

Published: 2/22/2017

Discovering a new favorite band is often a highlight of any visit to Austin. But with hundreds of local bands, how do you even begin to plan your nights out? The new book Seduced by Sound: Austin is a great place to begin exploring. In Seduced by Sound , more than 100 local artists talk about why and how they make music. It’s an insider’s view of the Austin music scene that also offers a peek into how songwriters create such great music. And with tributes to music legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark, Seduced by Sound is a look at the past, present and... read more

Tags: Live Music

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View Full Post Neighborhood in Review: South Lamar

Published: 2/20/2017

South Lamar is a thriving neighborhood in the center of Austin's booming dining and entertainment scene. Along with the world-renowned Broken Spoke dance hall that has been showcasing live music since 1964, South Lamar prides itself on individuality. Here, visitors can find just about any restaurant to satisfy their adventurous tastes buds or attractions and amenities for all interests. Broken Spoke. Credit Winker Withaneye. El Mesón : If you ever wanted to try authentic Mexican cuisine, then this is the perfect restaurant for you. A family operated diner, its traditionally... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink South Austin Neighborhoods

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View Full Post 5 Minutes with a Local: Musician Ali Holder

Published: 2/17/2017

In a city defined by music and home to countless musicians, Ali Holder has managed to stand out thanks to her undeniable talent, disarming lyrics and soulful voice. With two acclaimed albums under her belt, Holder is showing no signs of slowing down with the release of her latest EP, Huntress Moon. No stranger to Austin, we decided to sit down with Holder to recount her influences and some of her best memories of living and working in the Live Music Capital of the World®. Ali Holder. Credit Stephanie Macias. How has living in Austin shaped the sound of your music? I started... read more

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View Full Post Shopping in Austin: 4 Can't Miss Destinations

Published: 2/15/2017

When it comes to shopping, Austin is becoming more and more of a retail destination. Eclectic, eccentric, one-of-a kind stores are what make Austin shopping so popular for visitors and locals alike. Within the city limits, each district has its own unique vibe which brings in shoppers of every kind. So, if you’re in need of some retail therapy, check out some of the hottest spots in town to stretch your wallet. Allens Boots. Courtesy Contiki. South Congress Characterized by couture food trailers, funky shops and a spirited atmosphere, South Congress (known... read more

Tags: Shopping North Austin South Congress Downtown

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View Full Post Historic Austin: West Austin

Published: 2/13/2017

West Austin is a National Register Historic District, positioned north of Lady Bird Lake and west of downtown. Established in 1853, the district is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city. Texas Governor Elisha Peace owned several plantations in the region which he later sold to former slaves who built homes there. The northern edge of West Austin was later named Clarksville in honor of Charles Clark, a freed slave who helped build the community. Deep Eddy Pool. Courtesy of the Austin History Center, Austin Public Library, C0 1786. Today, the district contains nearly 106... read more

Tags: West Austin Historical Outdoors Arts & Culture Museums Multicultural

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View Full Post The Insider's Guide to SXSW Film 2017

Published: 2/8/2017

It’s that amazing time of year again, SXSW is almost upon us, March 10–19, 2017. The program for the 2017 festival and conference is stellar. Every year I tell myself, “this is the best SXSW lineup” and every year the SXSW programming team one-ups the previous year’s curation. The nine-day festival will include 128 films, including 51 films from first-time filmmakers and 85 world premieres. Films were selected from 2,432 feature-length film submissions, with a total of 7,651 films submitted this year. SXSW Film Awards 2016 at the Paramount. Photo by Mike Windle,... read more

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View Full Post A Beginner's Guide to Austin Craft Breweries

Published: 2/6/2017

Austin's craft brewing scene has been booming for the past few years, so you'd be forgiven for feeling a little overwhelmed by all of our fermented offerings. Whether you're in the mood for a Mexican-style lager to compliment your tour of Austin tacos and queso , looking to expand your palate with a sour-mashed saison or trying to keep cool with a refreshing IPA on a hot summer's day, we have you covered. Here is your beginner's guide to Austin craft breweries: The Staples The ABGB. Courtesy of Mountain Trout Photography. Austin Beer Garden Brewing Company... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Craft Beer East Austin Hill Country

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View Full Post Your Perfect Austin Weekend

Published: 2/3/2017

Have a long weekend coming up? Or are you headed to The Live Music Capital of the World ® for vacation? Here's how to squeeze some of Austin's very best into just three days. Day One Courtesy Contiki. Morning: Magnolia Cafe's cakes and bacon or Texas Eggs Benedict are a mandatory a.m. must-do. Snap a pic at the iconic " I love you so much " mural then stroll South Congress with a coffee from Jo's and pop in to South Congress Books , Lucy in Disguise , Triple Z Threadz , Big Top Candy Shop and all spots in between.... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Itineraries South Congress Summer

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