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View Full Post A time to reflect: Austin in 2014

Published: 12/31/2014

Austin's had quite a year this 2014. At the top of everyone's must-visit/must-eat/must-see lists, our city has stolen the hearts of the American people the past 12 months almost as much as Matthew McConaughey . To reflect on some of the highlights of the past year, we've pulled a list of what you have read and shared the most about #ATX. The people have spoken: Austin Mural. Photo by Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau. Big Events in 2014. Year-round, visitors and locals alike want to keep up with all of the amazing events, festivals, concerts and more happening in our capital... read more

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View Full Post Live music preview: Free Week Austin 2015

Published: 12/29/2014

Free Week is an excellent opportunity for music fans to check out bands they have been meaning to catch but have not seen perform. This year, the annual event takesplace January 1-10 and over a dozen clubs host non-stop, local, live music for free. Free Week was founded by former Emo's booker and current Transmission Events partner, Graham Williams in 2004 and is now an eagerly anticipated event. Naturally, venues Transmission books lead the charge. Other clubs have followed suit recognizing the once dead week following Christmas has the potential to fill their venue with music fans if they... read more

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View Full Post Happy Holidays!

Published: 12/22/2014

Want to learn more about celebrating in Austin? Check out our holiday page to see what our city does during the season. read more

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View Full Post 15 Austin Cocktails to Ring in 15

Published: 12/19/2014

Presented without comment: An Austin local drink round up to celebrate the New Year. Mazel Tov! First and foremost, this is Austin- so we have to start this list and year off right- with margaritas! Head over to one of four Trudys locations to try their Famous House Margaritas voted the best margarita 2 years in Texas, yall. (and as a special holiday gift to you, heres a recipe for one of their famous drinks!) For more margarita options, check out Do512 s Margarita Guide . Try a delicious Gold Top cider at the new-ish East Austin urban cidery, Austin EastCiders . This just-opened spot is... read more

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View Full Post Holidays in The Texas Hill Country

Published: 12/17/2014

Want to get away? This holiday and winter season, celebrate in the charming, picturesque towns of the Texas Hill Country with these rural and rare holiday trails. Driftwood in the Holidays. Photo courtesy of Driftwood Winery. Christmas Lighting Trail See the best of holiday lights with these three road trip routes on the Regional Christmas Lighting Trail. Burnet Route Round-trip Drive Time: 2 hours, 3 minutes. The Route: Austin > Marble Falls > Burnet > Austin. What You'll See: Head northwest to Marble Falls, where the Walkway of... read more

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View Full Post Austin Holiday Gifts In the Nick of Time

Published: 12/16/2014

Still looking for that last-minute holiday gift for that oh-so-hard-to-shop-for friend or significant other? Have someone on your shopping list that has absolutely everything? Check out a few of our favorite uniquely Austin gifts that are sure to rock this holiday season: For the Craft Cocktail Connoisseur Give the gift that keeps on giving with Titos Handmade Vodka copper mugs perfect for keeping those trend-worthy Moscow Mule bevvies perfectly chilled. Tito's Copper Mug. Photo by Tito's Handmade Vodka For the Foodie Share some Austin barbecue love with Salt Licks legendary sauce, meat and... read more

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View Full Post Cozy Spots to Keep Warm This Winter

Published: 12/15/2014

There are bucket loads of exciting things to do around town but when you're looking to get extra cozy, try out one of these winter warmers. Bites at Winflow Osteria. Photo by Reagan Hackleman. The upscale atmosphere at Jeffrey's always delivers. For a super-cozy gathering, head to the bar area to recline in one of the tufted, velvety chairs by the fireplace, and order a soul-warming concoction, like the Bobby Burns, a Black Grouse scotch cocktail that comes with a shortbread cookie. The rustic, intimate dining room, hearty Italian dishes and brick fireplace... read more

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View Full Post Armadillo Christmas Bazaar 2014: Holiday Shopping, Live Music & Fun

Published: 12/12/2014

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and time for one of Austin's favorite holiday traditions The Armadillo Christmas Bazaar , December 16-24, 2014! Stop by do some holiday shopping or just come and kick back by the stage. Shop for the perfect gift while enjoying live local music and sips from a full bar. This year's Bazaar features an amazing selection of distinctive gifts; from statement-making collectible fine art to distinctive and modestly-priced stocking stuffers. Visitors can explore an amazing array of handmade items from more than 160 artists. As always, their music... read more

Tags: Holidays Live Music Shopping

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View Full Post 12 Days of Christmas Specials

Published: 12/10/2014

On the 12 th Day of Christmas the Austin Visitor Center and Gift Shop gave to you a dozen excellent holiday daily specials! To wrap up your seasonal shopping or just spoil yourself, this hidden gem of a shop contains a variety of locally made and Austin-oriented gifts, clothes and items to suit any audience. Stop by this shop any day of the week at 602 E. 4th Street, and be the best gift-giver in town. 12. Soap on a Rope , December 13. Scrub up with locally-made Texas and bat-shaped soaps, all for 20% off. 11. Texas BBQ Aprons , December 14. A true Austininite knows that no meal is complete... read more

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View Full Post Holiday Arts & Culture Round up

Published: 12/8/2014

Feeling the holiday spirit? There are plenty of arts and culture activities in Austin that will satiate that craving. Zach Scott Theatre is featuring the timeless family classic, A Christmas Carol . Just like the music in the films Moulin Rouge, Scrooged and The Great Gatsby , ZACH's A Christmas Carol is infused with a playful, joyous and heartfelt celebration of the season. Their second stage, Whisenhunt, features Martin Burke's rendition of This Wonderful Life . Burke plays all 37 characters from the beloved film. The Nutcracker at Ballet Austin. Photo by Tony Spielberg.... read more

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