Posts by Christine Felton

This blog, written and curated by Visit Austin staff, shares the things that visitors love and locals can't get enough of.

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Author: Christine Felton

Christine is a Marketing Manager at Visit Austin. She is a graduate of the University of Texas, proud South Austin resident and native Texan. She is passionate about travel, classic film, grammar, queso fries and live music. On the weekends, you may find her in a nearby yoga studio, exploring a local nature preserve or visiting a craft brewery with friends. Follow her journey through Austin on Twitter or Instagram!

View Full Post Experiencing Circuit of The Americas

Published: 2/14/2019

Circuit of The Americas , locally known as COTA, is regarded as one of the top venues in the United States for motorsports and entertainment. A purpose built venue specifically for Formula 1 racing, COTA also provides fans and visitors with interactive programming and activities from regular tours and go kart racing to outdoor concerts in the summer and a Winter Wonderland holiday festival and more. Find out how to experience COTA for yourself during your visit to Austin, Texas. COTA can be found on 1,500 acres of Texas Hill Country, 15 miles southeast of downtown... read more

Tags: Sports COTA Events East Austin Live Music Tours Holidays Formula 1

Posted in: Sports

View Full Post Top February Events & Festivals

Published: 1/30/2019

Planning a February escape to Austin? From food to film and coffee to culture, here are a few of our favorite things to add to your list! Courtesy Contiki. 2/1/19 - 2/28/19 Black History Month Various Venues To commemorate Black History Month there will be events throughout the city celebrating important people and moments in time in African-American history. visitaustin.org/black-austin 2/9/19 Carnaval Brasileiro Emo's Carnaval in Austin is one of the biggest Brazilian Carnaval celebrations outside Brazil. Brasileiro-style samba, costumes and wild abandon can all be seen in... read more

Tags: Events Festivals Holidays Film LGBTQ Sports Arts & Culture Live Music

Posted in: Events

View Full Post Savasana Like a Local: 6 Visitor-Friendly Austin Yoga Studios

Published: 1/16/2019

Austin’s yoga and fitness community is easily navigable and super visitor-friendly. In fact most hotels in central Austin have a studio nearby – and if you’re downtown, just hop on a B-cycle and pedal your way to class as a warm-up! Here are a few visitor-friendly studios to try out during your next visit: Courtesy of Black Swan Yoga. Black Swan Yoga One of Austin’s most beginner and visitor-friendly studios, Black Swan is a donation-based studio with three (soon to be four) Austin locations. Whether you’re staying in South Austin, North Austin or Downtown,... read more

Tags: Fitness Sports Outdoors

Posted in: Sports Outdoors

View Full Post Top January Events & Exhibits

Published: 12/21/2018

Headed to Austin this January? Get your fill of live music, outdoor activities, cultural events and exhibits you won't find anywhere else! Here are our top events and exhibits this month: Credit Geoff Duncan. Through 1/21/19 Ice Skating On The Plaza at Whole Foods Whole Foods Lamar Spend an afternoon on the rink at the Whole Foods flagship store on North Lamar. Then head inside for a cup of cocoa or cider and live, local music on the weekends! Daily: 10 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. wholefoodsmarket.com 1/3/19 - 1/10/19 Free Week Around Austin The first week of January... read more

Tags: Events Museums Arts & Culture Multicultural Live Music Holidays Fitness

Posted in: Events

View Full Post How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Austin

Published: 12/14/2018

2019 is quickly approaching, and Austin knows how to celebrate in style. From live music and discos to family-friendly events, ATX has a range of events so you and your loved ones can ring in the New Year the right way. Check out some of the events we’ve highlighted so you can start planning your New Year’s Eve trip to town! Whisler’s Interior, credit Mark Weatherford. New Year's Eve Parties Whisler’s New Years Eve Whisler's East Austin favorite Whisler’s is hosting a New Year’s Eve bash for the books! Enjoy an all vinyl set by... read more

Tags: Nightlife Events Holidays Live Music Winter Eat & Drink Downtown LGBTQ Family

Posted in: Events Eat & Drink

View Full Post 14 Distilleries In & Around Austin

Published: 12/7/2018

Austin and the nearby Texas Hill Country are home to a spirited number of distilleries that are destinations in themselves. Stop in for a pour at an urban tasting room or set off on a Hill Country day trip. Here are 14 local craft spirits distilleries to explore: Courtesy of Desert Door Distillery. Desert Door Distillery in Driftwood is the country’s only sotol distillery, crafting a distinctive Texan spirit. Unique to Texas and northern Mexico, the rugged sotol plant thrives in the desert. Do some sotol sampling in the modern Tasting Room (try the earthy Desert Door Original), then... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Nightlife Hill Country

Posted in: Eat & Drink Hill Country

View Full Post 2019 Austin Event Guide

Published: 12/3/2018

Preview the fun to come in 2019 and mark your calendar with Austin's biggest events, from food to fine arts and of course, live music. Live music on Red River. Credit Dave Mead. JANUARY 1/1/19 - 1/8/19 Free Week Red River Cultural District The first week of January might be the best time for a music fan to visit Austin. Why? Hundreds of Austin bands participate in this annual event that encompasses multiple venues all over Austin. 1/21/19 Martin Luther King March and Festival The University of Texas and Huston-Tillotson University Join the march from the MLK statue at... read more

Tags: Events Festivals Live Music Arts & Culture LGBTQ Film SXSW Multicultural Comedy Holidays

Posted in: Events

View Full Post December Top Events & Festivals

Published: 11/26/2018

From art bazaars and festive films to holiday lights festivals and Santa sightings, we've got your top things to do in Austin this December: 11/21/18 - 12/30/18 ZACH Theatre Presents: "A Christmas Carol" ZACH Theatre "A Christmas Carol" is back to ring in the holidays! This rockin' show provides a modern twist on the classic tale. In fact, this show has proven to be such a hit among locals and visitors that is it the most popular show in the theatre's history. zachtheatre.org Blue Genie Art Bazaar. Credit... read more

Tags: Events Holidays Family Arts & Culture Shopping Live Music Winter

Posted in: Events

View Full Post Best Coffee Shops in Austin

Published: 11/16/2018

Looking for the perfect cup of joe? You'll find it in Austin, where local roasters, craft brewers and champion latte artists abound, offering up everything from fair trade certified and locally roasted beans to spicy seasonal handcrafted chais and intricately detailed rosettas. While you may find shops situated on just about every corner, there are a few select shops that stand out among the rest. Here are 14 of the top coffee shops in Austin right now: Mañana. Credit Nick Simonite. Mañana 1603 S. Congress Ave. The uber-hip South Congress... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Fall Holidays Coffee Winter

Posted in: Eat & Drink

View Full Post November Top Events & Festivals

Published: 10/30/2018

There's no shortage of festive, fall fun in Austin this November. Whether you're looking to experience the city's top culinary offerings, jump start your holiday shopping or just enjoy the gorgeous weather that Austin has to offer, get your holiday season into gear with these top events and things to do in the Live Music Capital of the World®: 11/1/18 - 11/4/18 U.S. Vintage National Championships Circuit of The Americas Old meets new in Austin when more than 400 competitors test iconic racing machines on COTA's state-of-the-art track! Come see... read more

Tags: Events Holidays Fall Arts & Culture

Posted in: Events Arts & Culture

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