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View Full Post Experiencing Circuit of The Americas

Published: 2/14/2019

Circuit of The Americas , locally known as COTA, is regarded as one of the top venues in the United States for motorsports and entertainment. A purpose built venue specifically for Formula 1 racing, COTA also provides fans and visitors with interactive programming and activities from regular tours and go kart racing to outdoor concerts in the summer and a Winter Wonderland holiday festival and more. Find out how to experience COTA for yourself during your visit to Austin, Texas. COTA can be found on 1,500 acres of Texas Hill Country, 15 miles southeast of downtown... read more

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View Full Post Top Winter & Spring Sports Events in Austin

Published: 2/6/2019

Looking for some live action events while you're in and around Austin? We have you covered with a selection of the top spring sports events to fit any budget that are perfect for the whole family! Banked Track TXRD. Credit Dave Idemoto, courtesy of Bullock Museum. 1/12/19 – 10/19/19 (select dates) Texas Roller Derby Palmer Event Center Austin is the home of two of the most entertaining Roller Derby leagues in the nation. Austin's original banked track league, Texas Roller Derby is the perfect blend of the “Keep Austin Weird” attitude and a... read more

Tags: Sports Events Spring Fitness Outdoors Golf University of Texas COTA LGBTQ

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View Full Post The Complete Austin Spring Bucket List

Published: 2/4/2019

Spring is almost 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 12 spring musts to put on your Austin bucket list. Windmill and Bluebonnets in the Morning. Credit Rob Greebon. 1. Witness Wildflowers in Bloom. 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... read more

Tags: Spring Outdoors Shopping Events Arts & Culture Eat & Drink Zilker Park Market District Parks Festivals Museums Hill Country

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View Full Post Top February Events & Festivals

Published: 1/30/2019

Planning a February escape to Austin? From food to film and coffee to culture, here are a few of our favorite things to add to your list! Courtesy Contiki. 2/1/19 - 2/28/19 Black History Month Various Venues To commemorate Black History Month there will be events throughout the city celebrating important people and moments in time in African-American history. visitaustin.org/black-austin 2/9/19 Carnaval Brasileiro Emo's Carnaval in Austin is one of the biggest Brazilian Carnaval celebrations outside Brazil. Brasileiro-style samba, costumes and wild abandon can all be seen in... read more

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View Full Post How to Experience Free Week 2019

Published: 1/2/2019

Looking to shake off those post-holiday blues? Red River Cultural District’s Free Week has your cure. This year’s festivities will take place Tuesday, January 1 to Sunday, January 6, 2019 and will feature 180+ local bands in 9+ venues around the city. With so many performances to hear and venues to see, here’s an insider guide to help you make the most out of your Free Week 2019 . Free Week. Courtesy of Do512, credit Roger Ho. Know Your Venues Free Week is a great time to visit Austin or explore deeper if you’re a local. Since there is no cover, you can... read more

Tags: Events Live Music Free Winter Red River Downtown Festivals LGBTQ

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View Full Post Top January Events & Exhibits

Published: 12/21/2018

Headed to Austin this January? Get your fill of live music, outdoor activities, cultural events and exhibits you won't find anywhere else! Here are our top events and exhibits this month: Credit Geoff Duncan. Through 1/21/19 Ice Skating On The Plaza at Whole Foods Whole Foods Lamar Spend an afternoon on the 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! Daily: 10 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. wholefoodsmarket.com 1/3/19 - 1/10/19 Free Week Around Austin The first week of January... read more

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View Full Post How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Austin

Published: 12/14/2018

2019 is quickly approaching, and Austin knows how to celebrate in style. From live music and discos to family-friendly events, ATX has a range of events so you and your loved ones can ring in the New Year the right way. Check out some of the events we’ve highlighted so you can start planning your New Year’s Eve trip to town! Whisler’s Interior, credit Mark Weatherford. New Year's Eve Parties Whisler’s New Years Eve Whisler's East Austin favorite Whisler’s is hosting a New Year’s Eve bash for the books! Enjoy an all vinyl set by... read more

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View Full Post Visiting the Thinkery, Austin's Children's Museum

Published: 12/12/2018

Little ones and parents alike love Austin’s hands-on children’s museum, the Thinkery , where science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) exhibits get families learning and laughing. Located in the Mueller neighborhood, the Thinkery is open daily and within walking distance from popular restaurants, Mueller Lake Park, shopping and more. Credit Thinkery (2018). Permanent Exhibits The Thinkery regularly updates their permanent exhibits and each is designed for hands-on learning. Here are some favorites that kids will love to explore: Currents features hands-on... read more

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View Full Post Visiting Austin's Trail of Lights

Published: 12/10/2018

The holidays are here, and one of the best ways to celebrate in Austin is by visiting the city’s 54th Annual Trail of Lights . From December 10-23, 2018, Zilker Park transforms into a winter wonderland as it's lit up by more than 40 displays and nearly two million dazzling lights. This year, the Trail of Lights will welcome local food trucks, nightly entertainment and family-friendly holiday activities. Find out how and when to visit the Trail this season. Courtesy of the Trail of Lights Foundation. Event Info First opening in 1965 as... read more

Tags: Holidays Live Music Zilker Park Family Events Winter Free Downtown Festivals Iconic Austin

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View Full Post 2019 Austin Event Guide

Published: 12/3/2018

Preview the fun to come in 2019 and mark your calendar with Austin's biggest events, from food to fine arts and of course, live music. Live music on Red River. Credit Dave Mead. JANUARY 1/1/19 - 1/8/19 Free Week Red River Cultural District The first week of January might be the best time for a music fan to visit Austin. Why? Hundreds of Austin bands participate in this annual event that encompasses multiple venues all over Austin. 1/21/19 Martin Luther King March and Festival The University of Texas and Huston-Tillotson University Join the march from the MLK statue at... read more

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