Welcome Spring at the ABC Kite Festival 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…
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Get wild and wacky over a three-day weekend with this fun Austin itinerary. The whole family will keep busy with everything from outdoor adventures to kid-friendly attractions and lots of yummy eats in between. DAY 1 Morning Fuel up for the day with a filling breakfast taco at Fresa’s South First…
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Spring is almost here! And with it comes loads of outdoor fun in Austin. From picnics in the park to scenic biking trails and alfresco patios, you’ll find that our town knows how to make the most of this sunshine season. Here are 15 fun things to add to your Austin spring plans. Credit Pierce…
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North Austin is a unique area of town that offers a mix of entertainment, dining and outdoor activities, making it a must-stop for visitors. Whether you're looking for live music, great food or a day of adventure, here are five top things to do in North Austin. Courtesy of Domain NORTHSIDE. 1…
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Zilker Park is known as the "jewel in the heart of Austin," and it's easy to see why. The 351 acre park features a natural spring-fed swimming pool, sculpture garden, stand-up paddle boarding, dinosaurs (at the prehistoric gardens in the botanical garden) and unbeatable views of the Austin skyline…
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Austin, Texas is an outdoor lover's paradise and a super kid-friendly city, making it the perfect getaway for families with kids of all ages. While your Austin family vacation might not be raging at all the music venues, there are still so many things to do, see, eat and listen to that are totally…
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Rodeo Austin returns to the Travis County Expo Center March 2025 as a full-blown family affair, boasting a thrilling lineup of ProRodeo events, livestock shows, daily concerts, carnival attractions and much more. The must-attend Austin event takes place daily, March 14-29, 2025. If you're planning…
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A truly family-friendly hotel must be more than a place to rest your head. It has to be a home-away-from-home where you can keep kids, toys, snacks, souvenirs, and strollers in a state of comfortable disarray until it’s time to head home. And of course, it needs the all-important pool! These eight…
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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. 1. Treat your kids to a true Austin dining experience at food truck park The Picnic…
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Austin's history can be explored through its architecture, from charming Victorian-era homes to early 20th-century bungalows. These historic residences tell stories of the city’s past, offering glimpses into the lives of the visionaries, settlers and artists who shaped the Texas' capital city…
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