As the Live Music Capital of the World®, Austin offers good times and great tunes to everyone who visits, regardless of their age. In fact, checking out a performance counts among the best things to do in Austin when you’re under 21. Teens can find family-friendly live music at concert venues…
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Every spring, the skies above Zilker Park in Austin are the focus of the beloved ABC Kite Fest. This event, founded in 1929 by The Exchange Club of Austin, is the nation's longest-running kite festival. Initially designed to inspire creativity among children, it has evolved into a cherished…
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Visiting Austin with the kids? We’ve got 30 great ideas for fun family activities they’ll love, from swimming holes and food trucks, to kid-friendly live music and museums that welcome curious little explorers. Courtesy of County Line on the Lake. 1. Treat your kids to a true Austin dining…
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If Zilker Park is the heart of Austin, then surely the Zilker Botanical Garden is the heart of the city’s favorite park. This 28-acre expanse of lush greenery, flowers, and streams welcomes over 150,000 visitors every year to wander the grounds and enjoy a peaceful respite from the city. Over the 6+…
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Whether you're in town for spring break or just looking for some good Guinness and grub, we've put together the definitive guide for all the best spots to celebrate St. Patrick's Day 2026 in Austin, along with a few events that are sure to get you in the spirit. Sláinte! St. Patrick's Day Bars &…
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Austin’s reputation for “weirdness” is somewhat hard to pin down. What exactly does it mean to be weird, anyway? If it means laid back, creative, fun-loving, and a little quirky, then it’s a fitting description. Visitors to our fair city should stop by some of these attractions to see if you agree…
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Not sure where to hang your hat (and leash) when you travel to Austin with pets? Don't sweat it, Austin is more than dog- friendly . In fact, you could say we're dog- obsessed . You'll find plenty of welcoming hotels to choose from, including some of the city's best boutique and high-end accommodations…
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While part of the allure of Austin includes more than 300 days of sunshine per year, those visitors with more urban experience might find themselves intimidated by the unbelievable variety of outdoor activities that the city has to offer. Whether you're here for the day or plan on sticking around…
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Brunch in Austin isn’t a run-of-the-mill, bacon-and-eggs affair. Here, you’ll find everything from an outdoor brunch with creative smoked sausages to a breakfast of Mexican specialties that go best with a frosty margarita. You’ll want to rise and shine early on the weekend for these yummy morning…
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In early spring, the Texas Hill Country blooms into a colorful cascade of delicate bluebonnets, Indian paintbrushes and Indian blankets as wildflowers cloak the meadows, fields and valleys near Austin. Bring your camera — and your sense of wonder — as you scout out these top 10 spots for spectacular…
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