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View Full Post How to Experience Austin’s Bats

Published: 3/9/2018

When most people think of Austin, visions of things like tasty taco and musicians performing all over town come to mind. But the city is also known for its love of certain winged nocturnal animals that appear at sunset. Yep, those are the Mexican Free-Tailed Bats . A 1980 renovation transformed the Congress Avenue Bridge into an ideal bat cave, soon attracting migrating Mexican free-tailed bats. From late spring until early fall, get ready for the sunset show by heading to the grassy hill vantage point of the Statesman Bat Observation Center, adjacent to the bridge. Visitors... read more

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View Full Post Austin's Hike & Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake

Published: 1/8/2018

The Hike and Bike Trail is a low-grade trail, most of which is wide enough to accommodate both cyclists and pedestrian traffic, making it a leisurely, enjoyable ride for cyclists , runners and families alike. Because the trail winds through downtown, there are access points and parking all along the route, making it easy to choose your distance, detours, and side trips, all in view of the Austin skyline. Whether you prefer to ride the trail’s entire 10 mile loop or take a shorter, more leisurely ride, we recommend taking the time to take a dip in either Barton Springs or Deep Eddy Pool ,... read more

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View Full Post What to See at the Austin Asian American Film Festival

Published: 11/28/2017

This December, the Austin Asian American Film Festival turns 10! It’s a particularly special birthday, since it also marks the official formation of the festival's nonprofit. To celebrate these milestones, the team has slated a great lineup of 11 feature films and 17 short films covering a vast swath of time, geography, cultures and experiences. Buy your festival badges and film passes today and get in on the action at AFS Cinema from December 7-10! The festival kicks off with Ric Burns and Li-Shin Yu’s " The Chinese Exclusion Act ," a documentary... read more

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View Full Post How to Experience East Austin Studio Tour 2017

Published: 11/3/2017

Mark your calendars for November 11-12 and November 18-10 - it's East Austin Studio Tour time. In its 16 th year, this free, self-guided tour - a Big Medium program - invites visitors to discover new artistic talent, see working studios, learn about artists' tools, techniques and inspirations and explore galleries. Big Medium gallery opening. Credit Madeline Harvey. Studios & Exhibitions Here are just a few studios and exhibitions featured in this year’s tour – be sure to check out the hundreds of other participants while... read more

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View Full Post November Top Events & Festivals

Published: 10/31/2017

There's no shortage of festive, fall fun in Austin this November. Whether you're looking to experience the city's top culinary offerings, jump start your holiday shopping or just enjoy the gorgeous weather that Austin has to offer, get your holiday season into gear with these top events and things to do in the Live Music Capital of the World®: 11/2/17-11/5/17 2017 U.S. Vintage National Championships Circuit of The Americas Old meets new in Austin when more than 400 competitors test iconic racing machines on COTA's state-of-the-art track!... read more

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View Full Post Upcoming Shows at the Long Center

Published: 10/20/2017

Since opening in 2008, the Long Center for the Performing Arts has been one of Austin’s top venues, dedicated to bringing quality performances and events to Austinites and visitors alike. The Long Center prides itself on the variety of entertainment it provides to the city of Austin, and the upcoming 2017/2018 season is no different. We’ve rounded out some of the most exciting events coming to the Long Center in the coming months, so check it out and snag some tickets before it’s too late! Credit Scott Melcer. 11/11/17 - 11/19/17 Carmen Austin Opera kicks off its 31st... read more

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View Full Post Texas Book Festival 2017

Published: 10/18/2017

The annual Texas Book Festival takes place November 4 & 5, 2017, in and around the Texas State Capitol . Free and open to the public, the 22 nd annual festival will feature more than 300 authors - from Pulitzer Prize winners to poets, satirists to sports writers, Caldecott winners to chefs, and memoirists to mystery writers. The festival has something for everyone! Courtesy of Texas Book Festival. “Kids on Congress” is the place at the festival for families! So much for tots or teens to see and do - storytimes with famous picture book authors, hands-on craft activities, and... read more

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View Full Post Know Before You Go: 2017 Formula 1™ USGP

Published: 10/11/2017

The 2017 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix race returns to Austin, Texas for its sixth consecutive year, October 20 – 22, at Circuit of The Americas (COTA). Here's what you need to know before you go: Courtesy of Circuit of The Americas. The world’s premier motorsport series will intertwine with a variety of exciting performances and festivities for the entire family, turning COTA into the ultimate American Sound Track for race weekend. There will be numerous stages all over the track with live music throughout the day on both Saturday and Sunday. This year’s lineup... read more

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View Full Post Top Coffee Shops to Try in Austin

Published: 10/9/2017

Looking for the perfect cup of joe? You'll find it in Austin, where local roasters, craft brewers and champion latte artists abound, offering up everything from fair trade certified and locally roasted beans to spicy seasonal handcrafted chais and intricately detailed rosettas. While you may find shops situated on just about every corner, there are a few select shops that stand out among the rest. Here are 7 of the top coffee shops in Austin right now: Fleet Coffee 2427 Webberville Rd. Stop in to this cozy eastside locale for an espresso and chat with Govalle... read more

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View Full Post Local Films to see at Austin Film Festival 2017

Published: 10/6/2017

Happy October, everyone! We're so thrilled it’s fall - not just because we in Austin no longer have to endure triple-digit temperatures and now can bask in the chilly 80-90 degree range - but also because the Austin Film Festival film slate has been released! The Austin Film Fest crew has been working so hard on this for months - plowing through thousands of films, having heated debates, making way too many Sophie’s Choices. But I’m happy to say we’re left with an unbelievably incredible lineup of films , as well as raw, bloody eyeballs. The... read more

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