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View Full Post 3-Day Austin Family Fun Itinerary

Published: 4/4/2018

Get weird, wild and wacky over a three-day weekend with this fun Austin itinerary. The whole family will keep busy with everything from outdoor adventures to kid-friendly attractions and lots of yummy eats in between. DAY 1 Big Top Candy Shop. Credit Jane Ko. Morning Fuel up for the day with a filling breakfast taco at Fresa’s South First (the Lorenzo is egg whites with spinach, black beans, avocado and cheddar cheese rolled up in a corn tortilla). Then head over to the multilevel part-tree fort, part-modern sculpture Cathedral of Junk , which features a dense tangle of jungle-like... read more

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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 September Top Events & Festivals

Published: 9/1/2017

Late summer in Austin, Texas is all about sunny days and festival season - from music to film to comedy and more. Relax like a local this September by hitting the lake for an afternoon of paddle boarding before posting up on a patio with a refreshing local beer in one hand and the sound of a local artist in the background. If you're looking for a little more action as the days and nights cool off, check out these late-summer events & festivals: Through 9/14/17 Unplugged at The Grove Shady Grove Join locals under the shade of the... read more

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View Full Post Your Guide to Labor Day 2017 in Austin

Published: 8/11/2017

Everyone loves a good three-day-weekend. But what makes Labor Day so special is the celebration of American workers who have contributed to the strength and prosperity of our country while keeping in mind the attitudes of its foundation - each person working to achieve remarkable things by pullin’ themselves up by the boot straps and using some real elbow grease to get things done. Take a break in Austin this Labor Day Weekend (you deserve it), we’ve got some exciting things planned: Twilight at the Congress Avenue Bridge. Credit Pierce Ingram. April-October September is at... read more

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View Full Post August Top Events & Festivals

Published: 7/31/2017

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 Austin is the destination for you! Here are our top things to do this August: 4/13/17 - 9/14/17 Unplugged at The Grove Shady Grove Join locals under the shade of the tall pecan grove for Austin-inspired home-cooking , cocktails, sunshine and unplugged... read more

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View Full Post Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival 2017

Published: 7/28/2017

You might not believe it, but visitors come to Austin from all over to consume hundreds of gallons of hot sauce every summer! The annual Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival not only fires up taste buds, but serves as a major fundraiser for the Central Texas Food Bank , and has raised more than 758,000 meals since its start in 1990. Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Fest. Credit John Anderson/The Austin Chronicle. This event has become an icon in Austin over the years, with a grand competition of spicy variations from more than 350 competitors, tastes from local restaurants and food trucks, cooking... read more

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View Full Post PRIDE Week 2017 in Austin

Published: 7/26/2017

Headed to Austin for Pride ? There's no shortage of festivities planned this year. You're in for two weekends of creativity, solidarity, diversity and community. Whether you're here for a day or here for the weekend, the Insider Blog has you covered with the hottest events around town. Original 2017 Austin Pride weekend festivities have been rescheduled due to inclement weather. A portion of the proceeds from this year's events will be donated to those affected by Hurricane Harvey. See below for updates. PRIDE Parade. Courtesy of Austin PRIDE. September 30, 2017... read more

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View Full Post The Complete Guide to Lake Life in the Austin Area

Published: 7/7/2017

Famous for its rivers and lakes, Austin and the surrounding Texas Hill Country is bisected by its countless waterways. Here's a quick guide to enjoy a day on the water in the Texas state capital. There are three lakes formed by dammed portions of the Lower Colorado River in the Austin area, all of which are great places to spend sunny days. Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin does not allow motorized boats, making it a great place for flat-water paddlers to take advantage of calm waters - all backdropped by the downtown skyline and bordered by both Zilker Park and Auditorium Shores . This... read more

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View Full Post Cool Margaritas to Try in Austin

Published: 7/5/2017

It’s no surprise that with its bevy of cantinas, Mexican restaurants and tequila bars, Austin is a great place to enjoy a refreshing margarita; particularly on warm summer evenings. But narrowing down the best spots in town can be a little daunting. We’ve compiled a list of some of our top margaritas to help get you started. Cheers! La Condesa Margarita Pour. Credit Jody Horton. La Condesa – This chic restaurant is the perfect place to stop for a margarita while exploring downtown Austin. Order a bowl of the chipotle guacamole and try the margarita la clásica... read more

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