The Splash Pads are OPEN! Okay, we got a little excited, but we love that kids of all ages can enjoy the city’s Splash Pad facilities. At these awesome (and free) water play areas, kids can run around to their heart’s content, splash, play, and cool down. …
Is your child passionate about singing? This is their opportunity to audition for the Austin Chapter of the GRAMMY® Award-winning National Children’s Chorus, renowned as one of the world’s leading children’s choirs for students ages 5-18. Sign up to virtually attend an informative livestream hosted by the …
Cinco de Mayo is on a Sunday this year and we’ve rounded up some great family-friendly spots for you! We know you don’t need a history lesson from us, but Cinco De Mayo is an annual celebration of Mexico’s victory over France in the 1860s. …
April showers bring May…events! We know your typical To-Do list is lengthy, but this one is FUN. Here’s a lineup of all the events you can look forward to with your family in May. We have Mother’s Day coming up, the end of the school …
One of our favorite activities to do with the family is to get out in nature on Lady Bird Lake and enjoy picturesque, peaceful views of downtown. Here’s our roundup of where to rent Kayaks, Canoes, SUPs, and more. Where to Rent Kayaks, Canoes, Stand …
This annual FREE celebration is back at Pease Park this Saturday, April 27, 2024. Kids’ activities are from 11 am – 3 pm, and adult activities last into the evening, ending at 8 pm. If you want a taste of Austin’s keep-it-weird vibe of …
Austin is home to the largest urban Mexican free-tail bat colony in North America, and we love to celebrate these winged creatures that dwell underneath the Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge. Seeing the bats swoop and fly in huge swarms is an amazing sight …
Have you ever found yourself trying to get a day pass to Hamilton Pool only to discover that all the weekend sessions are fully booked? Or maybe you’ve decided this is the year you’re going to drive the kids out to Fredericksburg to climb the …
Want to spice up your life (cue Spice Girls throwback!) with some adrenaline-fueled activities? From zip-lining through treetops, zooming around a go-kart track, or rock climbing in some of Austin’s prettiest spots, here’s our list of Adventurous Things to Do in Austin for Thrill-Seekers. Zip-lining Zip …
Donuts so big they’d intimidate Homer Simpson? A sausage made of…rattlesnake? These may sound strange, but if you’re feeling adventurous, take a walk on the weird side of Austin’s food scene and maybe you’ll find a new fave. Or at least have a great story. Here …
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.