By day, lifelong Austinite Stephanie Bergara is the Music Program Coordinator for the City of Austin Music & Entertainment Division. But by night, she's the lead singer of Bidi Bidi Banda , an all-star tribute band playing the music of Selena. We sat down with Bergara, a local musician and music…
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Everyone loves a good three-day-weekend. But what makes Labor Day (Monday, September 2, 2019) so special is the celebration of American workers who have contributed to the strength and prosperity of our country. If you're planning to spend your Labor Day Weekend in Austin, we’ve got some exciting…
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Looking for the best dive bars in Austin, Texas? Head to these spots, where the drinks are stiff, the locals are friendly and the live music and jukeboxes play all night long. We’ve listed 20 down-home Austin bars to get your night started, from the best dive bars on 6th Street and around downtown…
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Welcome to August in Austin where high temps mean refreshing natural swimming holes , unique cultural events , funky food festivals, and plenty of al fresco dining with iced treats and cool drinks . If you are still looking to pack in as much summer fun as possible before school starts again, then…
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Another summer in Austin means another year of amazing local talent on display for free at Hot Summer Nights in the Red River Cultural District . This year’s Hot Summer Nights will take place Thursday, July 25 to Sunday, July 28, 2019. More than 20 free concerts will hit some of Austin’s top venues:…
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On a sunny day, there’s no place like the SoCo district in Austin. Fabulous restaurants, funky vintage shops, chic boutiques, cool bars and live music. Always, live music. If you're wondering what to do and where to find the best restaurants, music venues and shops on South Congress Avenue , read our…
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From intimate listening venues to packed dance floors, dive bars to the bright lights of the big stage, Austin has a musical experience for every taste. Austin’s live music scene pervades every corner of the city, day or night. Gritty blues bands, indie rockers, solo singer-songwriters, reggae…
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Austin is one of the most LGBTQ-friendly cities in the country, with a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign 's Municipal Equality Index. But you won’t find just one “gayborhood” here. The community is integrated throughout this inclusive town, which means that LGBTQ visitors will find a…
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Welcome to summer in Austin where the sun is bright, the weekends are long and the music is rocking. Whether you're here for a night or for a week there are almost infinite ways to keep busy and stay cool. Here are some of our favorite events around town this July: Willie Nelson's 4th of July…
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Experience the best of Austin, without putting a serious dent in your wallet, with our suggestions for 50 free and cheap things to do while you’re here. Stretch your travel dollars with everything from affordable food truck eats and outdoor adventures to free museums and tours. Texas State Capitol…
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