Heidi Okla 
On Sunday, Nov. 23 you can join the community at a great event to help fight hunger in Austin. Each year on the Sunday before Thanksgiving, the Austin Empty Bowl Project organizes a family-friendly event where you can purchase a locally crafted ceramic bowl, have …
Our favorite overgrown elf, Buddy, is making his way to the Long Center stage this holiday season in Elf: The Musical. Based on the popular movie, Elf: The Musical runs Friday, Nov. 28 through Sunday, Nov. 30. It is a hilarious show featuring big song …
“You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I’m telling you why…” Yep it’s true! Santa Claus is coming to town on Thursday, Nov. 20 for the 8th Annual Tree Lighting event at the Hill Country Galleria. The fun starts at …
A pizza carnival is definitely our idea of a good time! On Saturday, Dec. 13 from noon – 7 p.m., you can take the family to Home Slice for it’s 9th Annual Carnival O’ Pizza. Kids of all ages will have a fun time with …
Free Torchy’s Tacos?! Yes, please! Torchy’s Tacos is opening a new location in the Mueller H-E-B Shopping Center, and they are inviting you in to celebrate this Grand Opening. In fact, they are hosting TWO parties in which you can enjoy free tacos and more. …
Every year we look forward to the Christmas Light Show at Mozart’s Coffee Roasters. It’s an annual Austin tradition where music and lights are choreographed in a most entertaining display. The light show will run through Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015. Shows last about 15 minutes, …
Are you in need of a night out without the kids? On Friday, Nov. 21, you can drop them off at The Little Yoga House from 5:30 – 9 p.m. and rest assured that they will have a great time at the Frozen Kids Night …
The Austin Public Library and Literature Live! invite families to experience The Shoemaker and the Elves like you’ve never seen it before! “Follow the Elves” is a new, multimedia event featuring a 4-part video web series paired with family gatherings at the library with stories, crafts, …
I scream, you scream, we all scream for FREE ice cream! On Tuesday, Nov. 18 you can stop into any Amy’s Ice Creams location in Austin for Free Ice Cream Day! Amy’s is serving up a huge “thank you” in honor of local support over …
Want to wish upon a shooting star? On Monday, Nov. 17 you can peek up at the sky to check out the 2014 Leonid Meteor Shower that will fill the sky with a sprinkling of meteors. It may be possible to start seeing some activity …
Do512 Family is all about what to do in Austin with kids. We love to be out and about in Austin and are always looking for fun things to do with the family.