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View Full Post 10 Things To Do In Austin With Your Kids When It Is Cold Outside

Published: 1/27/2017

Winter in Austin is generally a sunny affair, best spent hiking, kayaking, and Instagramming photos of your t-shirt-clad self enjoying 70-degree days under a bright blue Texas sky. But, rest assured, if you happen to visit on a rare blustery day, you will not be bored. There are endless possibilities for cold weather adventures in Austin! Here are a few family-friendly favorites to try. Austin Bouldering Project. Photo by Addie Gross. Austin Bouldering Project Visit the world's largest bouldering gym, a 50,000 square foot facility, for a unique rock climbing experience without a rope or a... read more

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View Full Post December Events & Festivals

Published: 11/30/2016

From performance art and cultural happenings to twirling on ice and festive events, we've got your top things to do in Austin this December: 11/27/16 - 1/7/17 Ice Skating On The Plaza at Whole Foods Whole Foods Lamar Spend an afternoon on the rooftop 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! wholefoodsmarket.com Production photo for "A Christmas Carol." Courtesy of ZACH Theatre, credit Kirk Tuck. 11/23/16-12/31/16 ZACH Theatre Presents:... read more

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View Full Post Discover the Story of Texas at the Bullock Texas State History Museum

Published: 11/28/2016

Located a block north of the Capitol, anyone interested in immersing themselves in Texas culture and history should check out the Bullock Texas State History Museum . Courtesy of the Bullock Museum. More than 7.5 million visitors from around the state and all over the world have explored Texas history and culture at the Bullock Texas State History Museum since it opened in 2001. In 2017 and beyond, the Museum is featuring special exhibitions on Texas music icon Stevie Ray Vaughan , historic music festivals such as Woodstock, the power of propaganda , and a premier national collection of... read more

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View Full Post Austin Winter Hits: Your Insider Guide

Published: 11/7/2016

Light a tree, twirl on ice, enjoy spectacular festive displays and get into the spirit of the season. We’ve got your top tips for holiday jollies in Austin. Light the Night Trail of Lights. Credit Dear Wesleyann Photography. Experience an Austin icon as you walk through the 1.25-mile light show at Zilker Park's Trail of Lights , on display December 10–23. See the lights early in the season and get a great workout in at the Trail of Lights Fun Run on December 3 (Santa costumes encouraged). Make your plans to visit Austin and experience cherished local traditions this... read more

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View Full Post 6 Austin Museums You May Not Know About

Published: 10/26/2016

Austin has no shortage of museums - from dinosaur lovers to vintage toy collectors, there seems to be the perfect museum for any visitor. Below, we picked a few Austin gems that may be off the beaten path but will surely provide a fun-filled day for you or the family. French Legation Museum 802 San Marcos St. Maintained and operated by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, this former diplomatic residence is the oldest wooden structure in Austin and was completed in 1841. The residence is also among the few examples left of Republic-era architecture. They offer guided... read more

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View Full Post What To Do on a Rainy Day in Austin

Published: 10/17/2016

With more than 300 sunny days each year, Austin locals and visitors alike spend plenty of time outdoors. As for the other 65 days, Austin has plenty of ways to make even the dreariest of days memorable, all while staying dry. Don’t let the rain keep you inside all day, grab your umbrella and head to these Austin favorites for an exciting day inside. Break a Sweat City Surf Austin. Credit Andrew Heller. Austin prides itself on being an active city, and there’s no shortage of state-of-the-art facilities to help us get our hearts racing.... read more

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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

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View Full Post Halloween in Austin

Published: 9/12/2016

If you're looking for a good ghost story, not only does Austin have some ghoulish ones to tell, the city is also full of festive ways to celebrate Halloween. Many of Austin's paranormal experiences are not limited to All Hallows' Eve, but can be enjoyed any time of year. Here are some seasonal favorites, year-round activities and some of Austin's most haunted areas to visit, no matter what time of year: Haunted Austin For a supernatural experience year-round, Austin Ghost Tours offers guided on-foot tours to some of the city's most haunted places, turning... read more

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View Full Post An Insider's Guide to Bat Watching

Published: 8/8/2016

Austin is famous for many fun (and funky) things - bluebonnets, breakfast tacos and continuous live music, just to name a few - but the bat has become almost like a mascot to the city. Upon my first night in Austin, I found myself walking through a crowd peering over the railings of the Congress Avenue Bridge anxiously waiting to see these nocturnal residents fly out from underneath them. I grabbed my spot on the bridge and, soon enough, a massive dark cloud of some 1.5 million bats were pouring out from under us heading south. While watching, I was amazed at just how many were down... read more

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View Full Post Celebrate July 4th Austin-Style

Published: 6/8/2016

Everyone’s favorite red, white and blue holiday, July 4 th is all about great food and friends, family, fireworks, music and soaking up summer. Here’s your guide to an epic holiday weekend, Austin-style. Eat, Drink, Watch Fireworks Lucy’s Fried Chicken + Austin Symphony & Fireworks Show Treat yourself: Love fried chicken? Bring on deep-fried buttermilk heaven at Lucy's Fried Chicken . Look for the colorful neon lady along South Congress and try twists on classic dishes like Deep Fried Deviled Eggs and Chicks and Chips. See the show: Join Austin's largest... read more

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