It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, and there’s so much to see and do in Austin this weekend. Check out our Top Weekend Picks for Families below, as well as all of our best tips for spending the holidays in Austin. You can …
It’s nearly time to hear those sleigh bells jingling at the 60th Annual Trail of Lights! This beloved Austin tradition will be lighting up Zilker Park from December 10-23, so grab your tickets and get ready to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit. Austin’s Trail …
Take a breathtaking stroll through the main gardens of Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center which are lit by never-before-seen immersive light installations for 2024. Luminations, the Wildflower Center’s Annual, ever-changing light show, is a space for the whole family to enjoy winter magic. This year, …
Kick off the holiday season with a super sweet visit to Peppermint Parkway! On select nights from November 22 through December 29, one of Austin’s most celebrated holiday events, Peppermint Parkway, returns to COTA. Experience the drive-thru Parkway come to life with over a mile of lights, the Grinch, …
Doesn’t it feel like the perfect time for a grown-up night out? The kids are back in school and the holidays aren’t upon us (yet), and we thought it sounded like the perfect time to book a sitter and head out on the town. Head …
Summer’s quickly coming to an end, but there’s still time to maximize the joy of the season. If you want to end your summer with a BANG, here are some ideas for packing in some great times and awesome memories with the kids. Also, …
National Video Games Day isn’t until September, but our kids never need an excuse to hit the arcade. Here are some ideas on where to play video games, skeeball, pinball, and sometimes even go-karts around ATX. Enjoy the air conditioning of these indoor gaming spaces …
If you’re looking for an awesome, water-filled outing with the family, take a trip to Volente Beach Resort just a short drive from Central Austin on Lake Travis. This waterpark is small — and wonderful — and uses lake water for its pools and waterslides. …
From boating to camping, dining with sunset views, and even zip lining, Lake Travis offers a fun range of water activities. Here’s a list of some of our favorites. Top picks for activities to do on Lake Travis — Travel the Water by Kayak or …
Austin is home to scores of exemplary barbecue joints and even though Lockhart was named the BBQ Capital of Texas, we think these ATX faves give them a run for the title. Visitors can find amazing BBQ in Austin from the moment they land at …
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.