Austin Insider Blog

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

The USWNT Returns to Austin's Q2 Stadium

The U.S. Women's National Team is returning to Austin’s own Q2 Stadium this fall on October 24, 2024. Fresh off their Gold Medal finish at the 2024 Paris Olympics, the team will be taking on Iceland in an international friendly match. Credit to Getty Images. Courtesy of USWNT. U.S. Women’s National…

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F1 Returns to Austin's Circuit of The Americas

The Formula 1 Pirelli United States Grand Prix race returns to Austin, Texas in 2024 and is ready to welcome fans back, October 18-20, 2024, at Circuit of The Americas (COTA). With recently announced headliners Sting and Eminem, this year's race weekend is sure to be electric. Here's what we know so…

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Texas Longhorn Football: UT Tailgating Guide

Repeat after us: "Hook 'em horns!"—now you're on your way to some memorable Saturdays in Austin this fall. Founded in 1883, The University of Texas campus is located just north of the heart of the city and is home to a diverse population of more than 50,000 students. University of Texas Longhorn…

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Experience Texas Longhorn Sports

Austin is known for its beautiful outdoors, rockin' music scene and delicious culinary offerings. But beyond its vibrant festivals and food trucks, Austin’s sports scene is a standout feature unlike any other. The city hosts a variety of exciting events, from the thrilling Formula 1 United States…

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See PBR at Austin Gambler Days

There isn’t much that compares to the heart-pounding thrill of professional bull riding (PBR). Those intense eight seconds where the world's best riders wrestle to stay atop bulls bred to buck. PBR Teams events crank up that excitement, turning every ride into a battle for glory as teams clash on…

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Where to Watch Sports in Austin

Sports in Austin usually revolve around the Texas Longhorns or Austin FC, but we know there are fans of every sport and team across the capital city. Likewise, there are plenty of places to catch big games around the city. Here are a few of our suggestions for every kind of sports fan. Where to…

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Weekend Golf Getaway in Austin

Austin is known for its world class live music, mouthwatering cuisine and stunning natural settings, but our golf scene is one of the city's lesser known gems. Whether you’re an experienced golfer who wants to play a premier U.S. golf course, or you're just looking to play a casual round with…

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Top 10 Sporting Events in Austin

Sports fans will find lots to love in Austin. Whether you want to catch the action of a Major League Soccer match, watch top NASCAR racers speed around the COTA track or get in the game yourself and run a marathon through the city, you’ll find it all here. We’ve listed Austin’s top 10 sporting…

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Austin's Best Public Golf Courses, Clubs & Resorts

Austin is a favorite destination for golfers, thanks to its excellent year-round courses (many of which are PGA-endorsed). Whether you’re looking to tee off from one of Austin’s historic golf courses or want to make a weekend of it at a scenic Texas Hill Country resort, you’ll discover plenty of…

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