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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

Tags: Sports COTA Events East Austin Live Music Tours Holidays Formula 1

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View Full Post Top Things To Do & See on Rainey Street

Published: 2/8/2019

The Rainey Street District in Austin, Texas is a residential-turned-commercial row boasting bars in remodeled bungalows, upscale eateries and food trucks galore. Find out where to go and what to do on this street that never sleeps: Rainey Street Bars. Credit Geoff Duncan. DINING Sunday Funday is more of a religion on Rainey Street. Start with a French bistro brunch at L’estelle , stop in at any of the bars for mimosa specials, and make your way to Icenhauer’s to dance at Super Soul Sundays with the Love & Happiness band. Eschew Tex-Mex for traditional Mexican... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods Rainey Nightlife Eat & Drink Brunch Craft Beer Live Music Downtown

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View Full Post Best Brunches in Austin

Published: 2/1/2019

Sunday brunch in Austin isn’t your run-of-the-mill bacon and eggs affair. Here you’ll find everything from a Gospel Brunch with heaping helpings of barbecue to a buffet of Mexican specialties that go best with a frosty margarita. You’ll want to rise and shine early on the weekend for these yummy morning meals, but if you're still craving a serving of brunch on a Wednesday, we have a few spots in mind for you too. Stubb's Gospel Brunch. Credit Ashley Dowgwillo. LIVE MUSIC BRUNCH Stubb’s Bar-B-Q was founded in Lubbock in 1968, but its legacy continues in... read more

Tags: Eat & Drink Brunch Live Music Family BBQ

Posted in: Eat & Drink

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

Tags: Events Festivals Holidays Film LGBTQ Sports Arts & Culture Live Music

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View Full Post Your Perfect 3-Day Austin Itinerary

Published: 1/29/2019

Austin is the ideal place to enjoy a long weekend. But don’t expect to just kick back and relax. There’s way too much to see and do, from shopping on funky South Congress Avenue to stand-up paddleboarding on Lady Bird Lake and seeing live music in one of the many clubs around town. Get ready for three jam-packed days of fun! Sunset Bat Cruises on Lady Bird Lake, credit Geoff Duncan. DAY 1 Explore downtown with a Walking Tour from the Austin Visitor Center . Pick your own starting time and place – your guide will tailor a tour to suit your interests – or join a... read more

Tags: Itineraries Eat & Drink Tours Shopping South Congress Bats Historical Live Music Museums Outdoors

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View Full Post Top Things To Do & See on Red River

Published: 1/14/2019

Once home to mostly metal and punk fans, Austin's Red River Cultural District has evolved. Though still edgy, it’s come into its own as a cultural district with a diversity of live music, along with a vast variety of food and drink offerings. Arlo's Food Truck. Credit Robert Nabbe. DINING On this street that never misses a beat, here you can have a love affair with a plate of brisket, enjoy vegan comfort fare and take a cultural culinary trip from continent to continent. Vegans rejoice! Arlo's Truck is 100% vegan and open until 2 a.m. for late-night cravings. The... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods Live Music Red River Eat & Drink Nightlife LGBTQ Downtown

Posted in: Neighborhoods Live Music

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

Posted in: Live Music Events

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

Tags: Events Museums Arts & Culture Multicultural Live Music Holidays Fitness

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View Full Post Top Things To Do & See in Central Austin

Published: 12/19/2018

You could spend a week in Central Austin and still find new things to do, eat and buy. From country bars to culinary feats, this area is well worth exploring. The energy of collegiate culture abounds around the University of Texas and the North Campus/Hyde Park neighborhoods, while the North Loop and Airport neighborhoods are home to dive bars, decadent dinners and vintage shops galore. Spend an entire day (or more) enjoying the area's wide range of food, drink, entertainment and shopping options. Courtesy of Pinthouse Pizza. DINING Look for bright umbrellas on... read more

Tags: Neighborhoods Central Arts & Culture Eat & Drink Live Music University of Texas Museums Golf

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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

Tags: Nightlife Events Holidays Live Music Winter Eat & Drink Downtown LGBTQ Family

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