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View Full Post Top Holiday Concerts & Shows in Austin

Published: 11/15/2018

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Austin is bringing back some festive traditions featuring amazing live music and spirited performances. If you haven’t experienced the holidays in Austin, see below for some of this season’s don’t-miss events! "A Christmas Carol." Courtesy of ZACH Theatre, credit Kirk Tuck. 11/21/18 - 12/30/18 "A Christmas Carol" ZACH Theatre Ring in the holidays by singing along with characters from Charles Dicken's Christmas classic! Enjoy the show as the Cratchit family and three soulful ghosts show... read more

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View Full Post Discover the Live Music Capital of the World®

Published: 10/31/2018

From intimate listening venues to packed dance floors, dive bars to the bright lights of the big stage, Austin has a musical experience for every taste. Austin’s live music scene pervades every corner of the city, day or night. Gritty blues bands, indie rockers, solo singer-songwriters, reggae rhythms — we’ve got it all. The Black Angels at ACL Live at the Moody Theater. Credit Roger Ho. Where to See the Headliners Music is for the masses, and these venues are known for packed dance floors and enthusiastic crowds cheering for more. Throw your rock hands in the air like you... read more

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View Full Post Top Local Artists to Watch at ACL Fest

Published: 9/28/2018

Fall winds are beginning to roll in to Texas and excitement is building as Austinites and music enthusiasts alike count down the days to the 17 th annual Austin City Limits Music Festival (October 5-7 and October 12-14). This year, festival-goers will be looking forward to headliners such as Paul McCartney, Metallica and Arctic Monkeys but locals know to look out for Austin’s own home-grown artists, who are credited with making the city the Live Music Capital of the World®. Credit Charles Reagan Hackleman. Make sure to get you hands on... read more

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View Full Post Viva la Vida Festival & Parade

Published: 9/24/2018

On October 27, join Mexic-Arte Museum in the storied tradition of Día de los Muertos in Austin. During Viva la Vida Festival & Parade , the city's largest and longest-running Día de los Muertos event, visitors will experience a street festival and a parade down the iconic Congress Avenue, bringing together a vibrant and varied mix of traditional, contemporary and weird Austin. Learn more about how to experience this traditional fall celebration in Austin and plan your trip today. About Día de los Muertos A common misconception is that... read more

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View Full Post Go Alfresco: 8 Outdoor Music Musts

Published: 8/27/2018

As the days cool down, Austin's patio scene heats up. Don't miss these 8 alfresco music venues during your visit to the Live Music Capital of the World®. From relaxed pet-friendly patio bars and restaurants to venues with outdoor stages and more. Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater Aside from the amazing barbecue, Stubb’s is the best spot to catch an outdoor show from locally and internationally known musicians. Banger’s Sausage and Beer Garden Weekly outdoor music, 100+ craft beers and more sausage varieties than you can imagine, Banger’s is a must-see... read more

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View Full Post A First Timer's Guide to Austin

Published: 8/24/2018

Planning a trip to Austin for the first time can be an overwhelming experience. There are endless things to do, see and eat in Texas' capital city. We've narrowed down the top things to do so you can save hours of planning. This guide will give you the perfect sampling experience of Austin. Credit Geoff Duncan. 1. Grab a Bite From a Food Truck Austin has a major foodie scene and a large part of that scene revolves around the many food trucks and food truck parks throughout the city. If you don't try at least a food truck or two, it's like you didn't even visit Austin.... read more

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View Full Post Austin City Limits Music Festival Survival Guide

Published: 8/6/2018

One of the best ways to experience Austin is by attending one (or more!) of its many festivals . The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival is one of the largest live music events in the country, taking the famed "Austin City Limits" TV series outside the studio and into scenic Zilker Park . In 2018, the fest will be held October 5-7 and October 12-14, and features more than 140 music acts on eight stages. Here are our insider tips on how to have fun and survive the fest. Credit Charles Regan Hackleman. GETTING TO THE FEST There are plenty of ways to get to ACL .... read more

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View Full Post Austin's Indie Arts Scene

Published: 8/3/2018

Austin is a magnet for creatives, drawing a mix of artists, actors and musicians who make up the city’s ever-growing indie arts scene. Check out these venues and events for the inside scoop on where to find some of Austin’s best independent art exhibits, theatrical performances and live music shows. Art For The People. Credit Casey Alfstad. Art Studios & Galleries Canopy is a creative community located in a renovated East Austin warehouse. The space includes 45 artists’ studios, a coffee shop and a beautiful gallery space for Big Medium, Austin’s premier arts... read more

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View Full Post A Solo Traveler's Guide to Austin

Published: 7/30/2018

Austin is quickly becoming one of the top U.S. cities to visit, and it's no surprise since there's a plethora of things to do, see and eat. Whether you want to take a quick dip or embrace the music scene, it's nearly impossible to get bored in our thriving city. The buzzy, casual and friendly vibe of the city is perfect for a solo traveler, and we have you covered with this complete solo traveler's guide to Austin. When to Go One of the (many) reasons to love Austin is our year-round, mild temperatures and sunshine . Spring and fall have warm but moderate... read more

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View Full Post 20 Iconic Austin Music Venues

Published: 7/5/2018

Austin is known as the Live Music Capital of the World® , and boy does it deliver. With more than 250 music venues , you’re guaranteed to catch outstanding live performances every night of the week. Whether your tastes lie with country-western or veer toward punk rock, you’re sure to find a music venue worth a listen. Here’s a roundup of Austin’s 20 most iconic live music spots. 1. Broken Spoke Do some Texas two-stepping at Broken Spoke, an old-fashioned honky-tonk that’s been around since 1964 and hosted country legends like Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton.... read more

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