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View Full Post Visiting the Blanton Museum of Art

Published: 4/24/2018

A visit to the Blanton Museum of Art on the University of Texas at Austin campus can be overwhelming. With nearly 18,000 works ranging from Greek pottery to Latin American modern art, you can spend the entire day at the museum and want to come back for more! If you don’t have all day to meander through the museum halls, our informative guide will make sure you see all the hits and get a great experience out of your visit. Permanent Collection While there are exciting exhibits coming and going at the Blanton year-round, visitors can always count on the museum's extensive permanent... read more

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View Full Post Top Annual Arts Events & Festivals

Published: 4/11/2018

Thousands of artisans of all crafts and styles call Austin, TX home, and you can view their works around town year-round. We've got your guide to some of the city's best arts events on the Austin Insider Blog. You'll get to live like locals, and maybe even take a piece of Austin back home with you. Courtesy of OUTsider Fest. February OUTsider Fest Various Locations OUTsider is an Austin-based transmedia nonprofit that celebrates the bold originality and creative nonconformity of the LGBTQ+ communities through the presentation of provocative, overlooked and out-of-the-box film,... read more

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View Full Post Top April Events & Festivals

Published: 3/28/2018

With more than 300 days of sunshine per year, there's really no bad time to visit Austin, Texas. But you sure can't go wrong with an April trip! This month is all about live music , family fun , cultural arts happenings , experiencing the outdoors and one of the best culinary events in the state. Come for the sun and stay for the fun - here are a few of our favorite things to do this month: Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort. Courtesy of Joe Purvis. 3/30/18 - 4/1/18 Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort Horseshoe Bay Resort More than 20 hot-air balloons from... read more

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View Full Post Where to See Movies in Austin

Published: 3/23/2018

If you are searching for a place to keep cool from the hot Texas sun, or just need to escape the hustle and bustle for an afternoon, then a visit to the movies might be just the thing you need. Want to find the best local theaters to catch a film in Austin? Check out our list of the top theaters in Austin, from indie and art house flicks to box office hits. Courtesy of Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas. When people think of movies in Austin, they immediately think of Alamo Drafthouse Cinema . Founded in 1997, their Alamo Drafthouse Ritz location on Sixth Street in the heart of downtown is a... read more

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View Full Post Top March Events & Festivals

Published: 3/1/2018

Planning a spring escape to Austin? March is one of our busiest months for festivals and events ! Here are a few of our favorite things to add to your list: 3/4/18 89th ABC Kite Fest Zilker Park The nation's oldest kite festival features hundreds of kites in the air and is free to attend for people of all ages; complete with kite flying contests, food, games and more. www.abckitefest.org SXSW Music Festival 2017. Credit Merrick Ales. 3/9/18 - 3/18/18 SXSW® Music, Film and Interactive Conference and Festival Various Locations Austin Convention Center and more than 50 venues... read more

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View Full Post The Paramount Theatre: An Austin Original Since 1915

Published: 2/21/2018

The historic Paramount Theatre has stood at 713 Congress Avenue for more than 100 years, a timeless testament to the city’s commitment to historic preservation, community and the arts. Her stage has been graced by sitting presidents, Academy, GRAMMY, Tony and Golden Globe-winning performers, magicians (we're talking Houdini), and even the occasional troupe of trained acrobatic kittens. With more than 250 performances each year, the Paramount continues the tradition of bringing diverse, creative experiences to Central Texas. A HOT SPOT FOR MUSIC ROYALTY Austin is the Live Music... read more

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View Full Post Where to See Comedy in Austin

Published: 2/16/2018

If the phrase “laughter is the best medicine” is true, then Austin is one of the healthiest cities around! From open mics to stand-up to improv, there are certainly a plethora of options for comedy at one of Austin’s many comedy theaters. Don't underestimate these local comedy events, troupes and theaters because comedy as seriously funny as this is nothing to laugh at. Esther's Follies. Credit Adam Schlender. Esther's Follies The best way to experience comedy like a true Austinite is by catching a show at Esther’s Follies, located in the... read more

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View Full Post Around Town: South Austin

Published: 2/14/2018

Take some time to explore South Austin - a place where hippie meets fancy, original meets contemporary and artsy meets outdoorsy. Courtesy of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Marvel at and learn about the beauty and diversity of Austin’s native plants and wildflowers. Peter Pan Mini Golf Pick up a putter and go a few rounds at this quirky BYOB putt-putt course. Greetings from Austin mural at Roadhouse Relics. Courtesy of Jane Ko. Roadhouse Relics and Greetings Mural This vintage-style neon gallery and home of the “Greetings from... read more

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View Full Post The Complete Austin Spring Bucket List

Published: 2/12/2018

Spring is finally here! And with it comes loads of outdoor fun in Austin. From picnics in the park to scenic swimming holes and awesome events, you’ll find that our town knows how to make the most of this sunshine season. Here are 10 spring musts to put on your Austin bucket list. Windmill and Bluebonnets in the Morning. Credit Rob Greebon. 1. Go wild for wildflowers. The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in southwest Austin displays 650 native Texas plant species in gardens and on nature trails. Or take a day trip out to Texas Hill Country, where the meadows and valleys... read more

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View Full Post Visiting The Contemporary Austin

Published: 1/31/2018

If you're looking for an engaging way to spend a peaceful day in the capital city, the answer is The Contemporary Austin . Home to two unique museums, both Laguna Gloria and the Jones Center offer world class modern art experiences along with family-friendly events, workshops and community events. 03 Tom Friedman, Looking Up, 2015. The Contemporary Austin Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park at Laguna Gloria. Credit Brian Fitzsimmons. On the shores of Lake Austin and a mere 10-minute excursion from the hustle and bustle of downtown, the Laguna Gloria branch of The Contemporary... read more

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