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View Full Post 8 Fall Essentials in Austin

Published: 9/30/2016

Things to do don’t end with summer here in Austin. With temperatures cooling down, the holiday fast season approaching and a full calendar of events , it may be hard to navigate how you’ll spend your autumn days. We’ve got you covered with this list of fall essentials to guarantee you get the most out of your next visit to Austin. Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden. 1. Music Festivals The wait is over! These lineups have been on our minds for the past few months and now we finally get to live out our live music dreams. In addition to ACL... read more

Tags: Events Live Music Festivals Fall Food Trucks Sports Craft Beer Multicultural Film Eat & Drink Outdoors Shopping

Posted in: Events

View Full Post Downtown Venues for Every Night of the Week

Published: 9/28/2016

All of Austin is a stage and we like it that way. There are 250+ music venues in our fair city and the music scene is constantly evolving to fit the expanding needs of our local and touring artists. Whether you're here for a short stop or an extended stay, fitting one of these quintessential musical experiences into your visit is an absolute must-do. Gary Clark Jr. Performing at Antone's. Courtesy of Arnold Wells. Antone’s Nightclub : One of the East Sixth Street neighborhood's earliest and most prominent blues venues, Antone’s has hosted legends such as... read more

Tags: Live Music Neighborhoods Downtown Warehouse District

Posted in: Live Music Neighborhoods

View Full Post 5 Galleries to Visit in the Clarksville Historic District

Published: 9/26/2016

Sprinkled throughout the Clarksville Historic District, among quaint cafes and small boutiques, are a host of state-of-the art galleries that would impress that most knowledgeable of art aficionados. Here are 5 visitor friendly galleries to visit, located just west of downtown Austin: Photo courtesy of the Russell Collection Fine Art Gallery. Russell Collection Fine Art Gallery : Boasting a gallery full of museum-quality art, the Russell Collection Fine Art Gallery has been showcasing everything from Picasso to Matisse in west Austin. The gallery's... read more

Tags: Arts & Culture Market District Neighborhoods West Austin

Posted in: Arts & Culture Neighborhoods

View Full Post Children's Theatre in Austin - Fall Round-Up

Published: 9/23/2016

Taking the kids to see live theatre is such a fun experience. It’s really adorable to watch young faces light up with joy and hear their giggles of happiness as they engage in storytelling, music and magic that comes with live performances. This fall, there are many awesome productions scheduled in Austin. Here’s a roundup of these events so you can mark your calendars and get your tickets: Fall Family Theatre in Austin: 9/27/16 - 10/2/ 16 Disney’s "Newsies" Bass Concert Hall Direct from Broadway comes "Newsies," the smash-hit, crowd-pleasing... read more

Tags: Arts & Culture Fall Family

Posted in: Family Arts & Culture

View Full Post Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Austin

Published: 9/19/2016

Whether you’re in town for Austin City Limits , a fall weekend getaway or just looking for some good bier and schnitzel, we’ve put together the definitive guide to all things German this October. Prost! Courtesy Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden. Through 10/5/16 Oktoberfest ’16 Stein Nights Black Star Co-Op Austin first co-op brewpub will be hosting a series of Oktoberfest-themed pint nights through October 5. Stop in for special tappings of Oktoberfest and other classic German-style beers. Insider tip: pair your bier with the Texas Cheese Board, featuring... read more

Tags: Craft Beer Eat & Drink Events Fall

Posted in: Eat & Drink

View Full Post Austin's Best Happy Hours

Published: 9/16/2016

Happy Hour is a great way to discover new restaurants and bars. In addition to drink discounts, it's fun to share small plates with your friends and colleagues. Happy Hour is Austin's most social time so we asked some of our favorite local food and cocktail writers to share their top places for Happy Hour in Austin: The Townsend "I love The Townsend for Happy Hour! It's located just a few blocks from the Capitol and it's a short drive to tons of fun dinner spots. The decor is like a cool, dark library, and the addition of their delicious bites makes it the... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink

Posted in: Eat & Drink

View Full Post Neighborhood in Review: Sixth Street

Published: 9/14/2016

A must-hit for every visitor, this thoroughfare offers a glimpse into our city’s vibrant social scene. Hop from bar to bar and take five for a bite on the fly. DJ Booth. Courtesy Vulcan Gas Company, Credit Bret Brookshire. VULCAN GAS COMPANY : Call it “The Vulcan” to sound like a local; you’ll love this club if dancing to DJ house music is your thing. vulcanatx.com EASY TIGER BAKE SHOP & BEER GARDEN : This laid-back, creekside beer garden with an in-house bakery serves up artisan pretzels with your craft brew. easytigeraustin.com THE... read more

Tags: Downtown Comedy Eat & Drink Neighborhoods Nightlife

Posted in: Neighborhoods

View Full Post 7 Local Artists to Watch at ACL

Published: 9/9/2016

It’s that time of year again! Back for its 15 th year, Austin City Limits Music Festival ( 9/30/16-10/2/16 & 10/7/16-10/9/16 ) boasts an impressive lineup including some of the biggest names in music. Among the long, star-studded list of artists that will be playing on the eight stages are the local bands that remind us why Austin is the Live Music Capital of the World®. So, before heading straight to the main stages, be sure to check out these 7 local artists for the full Austin experience. Crowd for Nero at ACL 2015. Photo courtesy of Austin City... read more

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Posted in: Live Music

View Full Post Lone Star Le Mans

Published: 9/7/2016

Circuit of The Americas' 3.4-mile racetrack will be humming the entire weekend with cars from top manufacturers such as Audi, Toyota, Porsche, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Chevrolet, and more. Also on track in both feature events will be the new Ford GTs, celebrating the brand’s return to top international sports car racing. Credit Keith Rizzo. Lone Star Le Mans, COTA’s twist on the world’s greatest endurance race, will take place Thursday, September 15 to Saturday, September 17. The three-day event will culminate with almost nine hours of racing and entertainment, including... read more

Tags: COTA Sports Events Family

Posted in: Sports

View Full Post Day Trip Destination: Round Top

Published: 9/5/2016

Beautiful weather and picture-perfect views means it’s road trip season all year round in Austin. So put together your playlist, pack up your car and get ready to discover the small towns and heartfelt experiences of nearby Texas Hill Country . This month’s day trip destination: Round Top. Inside a split-rail fence on Round Top’s town square is Henkel Square – homes from circa 1820-70 that have been renovated into shops, art galleries, eateries and a visitor center. Fall in love with Tara Royer Steele’s Hill Country sanctuary, Royers Pie Haven . This... read more

Tags: Arts & Culture Hill Country Eat & Drink Shopping

Posted in: Hill Country

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