Hello, November! With Halloween behind us and the holidays just around the corner, there’s plenty happening in Austin this month. From the Texas Book Festival and Wurstfest to holiday lights and Thanksgiving traditions, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite family-friendly events to add to …
Skip the grocery lists and the mountain of dishes, because plenty of Austin restaurants are ready to handle Thanksgiving for you! From classic turkey dinners to creative seasonal menus, here are our favorite spots serving up holiday meals this year. Don’t forget to make those …
We know chasing your little turkeys around the house while planning and prepping an entire Thanksgiving feast can be darn near impossible. Save yourself the stress this year and let Austin’s local restaurants handle the cooking. Whether you’re picking up a fully prepared meal to …
Thinking of ice skating makes us oddly nostalgic for The Mighty Ducks. It’s the perfect throwback if you’re looking to share a little 90s movie history with the kids, and it totally fits the season. So lace up those rental skates or sign yourselves up …
The 2026 Texas Book Festival will take place on November 14 and 15! At this annual event, authors and book lovers take over the grounds of the Texas State Capitol and along Congress Avenue to share the joy of reading. These two days are packed …
A visit to the Texas State Capital Building offers not only a great opportunity to get a crash course on the inner workings of Texas politics, but a built in bonus of a close-up look at the pink granite structure during a pretty cool architectural tour of one of the most distinct and beautiful buildings in Texas.
The Round Rock Arts Festival & Chalk Walk returns on October 3-5, featuring three full days of art, music, and family fun. Head to Centennial Plaza in Downtown Round Rock to watch artists transform the pavement into colorful chalk masterpieces, browse fine art and craft …
Cupcakes may have already had their 15 minutes of fame, but let’s be real — they never stopped being awesome. Cute, portable, and perfectly portioned, cupcakes are the sweet treat that doesn’t need a fork (or extra dishes). And lucky for us, Austin is home …
There are times when you want an elaborate dessert, and there are times when you just want a really freaking good cookie. Austin has plenty of options for the latter, from warm cookies delivered straight to your door to giant, over-the-top creations, beautifully decorated sugar …
Ask ten Austinites where to find the best pizza in town and you’ll probably get ten different answers. Whether you’re craving a foldable New York slice, crispy tavern style pizza, a loaded deep dish, or a family friendly spot with room for the kids to …
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.