Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Celebrating Mardi Gras with the Family in Austin

Fat Tuesday AKA Mardi Gras, is on Tuesday, March 4, and we’re eyeing up which local spots have the best King Cakes, and who’s cooking up the tastiest crawfish. Check out our picks and more below. Also, we’re just gonna add Do512’s “grown-up guide” to …

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National Pancake Day! Austin’s Best Pancakes

We’re super into these delightful excuses er honorary holidays, to have a delicious treat and celebrate a favorite food!  Tuesday, March 4 is National Pancake Day, which pairs perfectly with Fat Tuesday, so we’re serving up where to get the best ones in Austin. Since …

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Top Spots for Family-Friendly Brunch

A great brunch is equal parts excellent food and an excellent vibe. For families with kids, finding a spot that’s welcoming and comfy for the kids, delicious for all, and relaxing (fingers crossed) for the parents can be tricky, but we’re here to help with …

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Austin’s Sweetest Candy Shops

In the kid world, candy shops are both an adventure and a treat. Lucky for us, Austin has some excellent choices, from kitschy and vintage throwback shops to local chocolatiers. Here’s your roundup of The Sweetest Candy Shops in Austin.  Big Top Candy Shop1706 S …

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Valentine’s Events, Activities, and Food For Families

Thinking about ways to share some fun with your little loves this Valentine’s Day? Here are some ideas for celebrating LOVE with your family in the Austin area: — Kids Valentine’s Party & Photo Shoot @ Pikopye’s Town in LakewaySunday, Feb. 2 | 9:30 am …

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Local Valentine’s Gift Ideas

If you’re looking to shop local this Valentine’s Day (or if you’re last minute like us and tend to wait too long for even Amazon to deliver in time), here are some local businesses with fun V-Day gifts and treats. Don’t forget to check out …

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Date Night Ideas for Valentine’s Day

If you’re lucky in love and lucky enough to have a sitter this Valentine’s Day, check out our list of Date Night Ideas and Special Dinners for V-Day below!  Whether you’re celebrating solo, coupled, with friends, or with the kids, we wish you a happy …

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Celebrating the Lunar New Year 2025

The Lunar New Year begins Wednesday, January 29, and there are some great family-friendly events planned in Austin! 2025 is the Year of the Snake, which represents wisdom and transformation. If you’re looking to get out and celebrate the Lunar New Year, here’s your round-up, …

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National Pie Day!

Not to be confused with Pi Day, which happens in a few months, January 23 is National Pie Day. Turns out, this fun food day started in the 1970s and is sponsored by The American Pie Council. We’re jumping at the chance for the perfect …

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Where to Enjoy Fancy Afternoon Tea in Austin

We’ve recently found ourselves longing to sip some tea in a most elegant setting. For a little something special, a fancy afternoon tea service is just the thing to take a break from the same old routine and to connect with friends or family in …

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