There are a million things to do in Austin. You can explore the great outdoors, indulge in the city life, eat, drink, enjoy the arts and many other things. That is no secret. But even in a city as happening as Austin, sometimes you just want to get away. Lucky for you, Central Texas offers some great options for day-tripping. Here are a few of places to check out.
To make a visit to the Austin Trail of Lights even more magical than it already is, you can plan ahead for a fun family night out on Dec. 12 when Austin Parks Foundation presents Movie Night on the Trail! Families are welcome to enjoy …
Get ready to run, run as fast as you can — Thinkery’s annual Gingerbread Fun Run is back! We’re ready to lace up our running shoes on Saturday, Nov. 16 and get in the holiday spirit for this family-friendly 1K for kids of all ages and …
Take the kids for a ride on a real, full-sized Thomas the Train! Austin Steam Train invites you to join them for their exciting annual visit from Thomas, the No. 1 blue engine, and enjoy a day of fun filled Thomas & Friends™ themed activities. …
Note: this page covers the 2019 event. While very similar, for this year’s details and a VIP giveaway, please click here for the 2022 Tuck-A-Truck info. Do your children get excited when they drive by the fire station, hoping to see a glimpse of the …
Bring the whole family down to Symphony Square on Sunday, September 22 to celebrate the biodiversity of Texas! Hosted by Waterloo Greenway, this free day party takes place from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and invites kids to check out a reptile house and a …
Mark your calendars for one of Austin’s most beloved events — the Fall Pecan Street Festival! On Saturday, Sept. 14 and Sunday, Sept. 15, you’ll want to visit Austin’s Sixth Street Historic District for live music, shopping, food, kids’ rides, a petting zoo, and more! Pecan …
Heading up to a Round Rock Express baseball game at the Dell Diamond is always a fun time for the whole family. We’ve loved rooting for the home team all summer long! And while the 2019 season is soon coming to an end with the …
We are positively thrilled to dive “Under the Sea” with Zilker Theatre Productions this summer as they present Disney’s The Little Mermaid! This year marks the 61st anniversary of the Zilker Summer Musical! Attending these shows is an Austin tradition that we hold dear. It’s …
One of the things on our annual summer bucket list is a visit Rock’N River Water Park in Round Rock. It’s such a great park — and such a terrific bargain. With a lazy river, water slides, a giant tipping water bucket, several pools, a …
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.