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Published: 4/29/2016

May is an ah-May-zing time here in Austin and it features one of the most fun days of the year: Cinco de Mayo! Cinco de Mayo—or the fifth of May—commemorates the Mexican army’s 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War (1861-1867). Over time, this day has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage with amazing traditions such as street festivals, parades, live music performances and more. There are so many ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Austin that it might be hard to choose what to do! So to help,... read more

Tags: Arts & Culture Eat & Drink Family Free Holidays Multicultural Spring Tacos

Posted in: Events

View Full Post Outside Austin City Limits – Boerne Beckons

Published: 4/26/2016

There’s never a shortage of things to do in Austin, but sometimes you need a little Hill Country to center the soul. Enter a short road trip to Boerne , Texas, whose quaint, historic downtown, dubbed “The Hill Country Mile,” will give you your fill of hometown hospitality, modern and traditional fare with flair, and lots of retail therapy. Bring the kids for a little hiking and fishing along the trail system, just steps away from all of the Hill Country Mile’s amenities, or take a walking tour of Art al Fresco, Boerne’s collection of outdoor sculptures.... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Arts & Culture Hill Country

Posted in: Hill Country

View Full Post West Austin Studio Tour

Published: 4/25/2016

Mark your calendars for May 14-15 and May 21-22 - it's West Austin Studio Tour time. This annual free, self-guided tour - a Big Medium program - invites the public to discover new artistic talent, see working studios, learn about artists' tools, techniques and inspirations and explore galleries. Immerse yourself in West Austin's insanely talented and diversely creative arts community. Here's a small sampling of what you'll find at this year's event : Artists & Studios Witness artist inspiration. Mixed-media... read more

Tags: Arts & Culture Events Free

Posted in: Arts & Culture

View Full Post Celebrate the Arts at Art City Austin 2016

Published: 4/22/2016

The annual Art City Austin will take place Friday through Sunday, April 29 - May 1. After the past seven years of calling Cesar Chavez home, Art City Austin has relocated to the beautiful and scenic Palmer Events Center along the shores of Lady Bird Lake downtown. Artist MiYoung Lee and her booth from Art City Austin 2015. Courtesy of Rich Merritt. This year’s Art City Austin festival includes an evening reception at the Palmer Events Center on Friday, April 29 from 6 to 10 p.m. The reception celebrates Art City Austin’s newest programming addition Art City... read more

Tags: Arts & Culture Events Festivals Spring

Posted in: Arts & Culture

View Full Post Places to Get Breakfast all Day

Published: 4/20/2016

Craving pancakes for lunch, doughnuts for dinner or a breakfast taco as a midnight snack? Break the brekkie rules with breakfast all day (and well into the night) from these hot locations around Austin. 24 DINER (open 24 hours) Grab yourself a roasted banana and brown sugar milk shake, stuff your face with the best chicken and waffles you'll ever have, then wander home knowing you'll get a good night's sleep thanks to your amazing food coma. Trust us, you won't regret it. KERBEY LANE CAFE (open 24 hours) In Austin, many late nights end... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Brunch Iconic Austin

Posted in: Eat & Drink

View Full Post Fairway Escape: The Ultimate Golf Trip

Published: 4/18/2016

Austin is not only a great golf destination but it's actually the best 19th hole in the country ! That means the golf is great but the golf experience is second to none. Let's start with the golf courses. Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa's two Tom Fazio courses make it the flagship of golf in Austin. Both courses have been ranked #1 in Texas at different times. The resort features two other courses that are fantastic. The Coore Crenshaw course offers generous fairways and challenging green complexes while the Arnold Palmer design on Lake Travis is... read more

Tags: Golf Hill Country Sports Outdoors

Posted in: Sports

View Full Post Residency Review: Mrs. Glass at The Blackheart

Published: 4/15/2016

As soon as you hear the first strum of Mrs. Glass’s electric guitar, one word comes to mind: Southern. Mrs. Glass is a local Delta blues/rock trio, with heavy New Orleans influences. The band features guitarist and lead vocalist Jordan Webster, bassist/vocalist/keyboardist Ivan Evangelista and percussionist/vocalist Ian Fry. Upon first glance, one wouldn’t expect such deep, resonating vocals from the cool and collected lead singer. Wearing a fine vintage suit and holding a lit cigarette, Webster plays the whole show sitting down, reminiscent of traditional blues singers.... read more

Tags: Live Music Rainey Nightlife

Posted in: Live Music

View Full Post Kid-Friendly Austin

Published: 4/13/2016

Visiting Austin with a toddler in tow? Here is a list of kid-friendly attractions that you can enjoy before naptime! Thinkery – Austin’s new 40,000 square foot children’s museum encourages STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) learning, for babies on up. The fun-filled facility is an interactive science and technology center that will entertain for hours. Bring a spare outfit for your tot, as they are bound to get wet splashing around in the indoor water exhibit, Currents. Admission is by donation (suggested $1) on Wednesdays from 4-8 p.m. Arrive early to... read more

Tags: Family Free Museums Parks Comedy True Austin Zilker Park Outdoors

Posted in: Family Outdoors

View Full Post Where to Get Ramen in Austin

Published: 4/11/2016

Who would have ever thought that a hot bowl of soup would put Austin in such a tizzy? Ramen, a dish that was once reserved for cash-strapped collegiates, has been revamped to a legitimate foodie favorite. Gone are the days of 25-cent plastic wrap and deceptively labeled flavor packets. Instead, today's ramen features delicious broth, fresh noodles, and delightful treats like pork belly, bamboo shoots, soft boiled eggs, and sautéed brussel sprouts, to name a few. Read on to find the best places to get Ramen in Austin: Ramen Tatsu-Ya South 1234 S. Lamar Blvd. Opening its doors... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Vegan & Vegetarian Multicultural

Posted in: Eat & Drink

View Full Post Music in the Air: Spring Music Events Around Austin

Published: 4/8/2016

When considering Austin, a few things typically come to mind: good food, good weather and a whole lotta' live music. The live music scene is always in full swing, with some venues featuring one or two shows a night, but there's nothing like spring in Austin. As the warm weather arrives and the calendars fill up with festivals, you'll find that many Austinites like to spend their spring evenings on a nice patio with a cool refreshment and a little local entertainment. So whether you're looking for the full weekend experience or a shady place to... read more

Tags: Camping Events Family Festivals Free Live Music Spring Outdoors

Posted in: Live Music

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