Seeing those Texas bluebonnets pop up around Austin is such an exciting sign of spring. Every year, from March to early April, Central Texans flock to their favorite fields to find our state flower, the bluebonnet. If you’re ready to get out there and snap …
When we think of spring break and summer, water parks and amusement parks are some of the first things that come to mind. We have so many attractions within driving distance from Austin and you can pick how big you want to go. Just want …
Let’s be honest: we may be adults, but there’s something about the ice cream truck jingle that still inspires us to break out into a full-on sprint down the street. It’s not even our fault: the reaction to the instrumental version of “Pop Goes the Weasel” is practically Pavlovian, and if there’s one thing that’s going to inspire most of us to engage in any sort of cardio, honestly, it’s probably ice cream. Oh, and the kids love it too.
Mini-golf is such a wholesome family activity and a spring and summer staple. No matter if you’re good at putt-putt or just out there giving it your best, it’s great bonding time for the fam. Here’s where you can score a (potential) hole-in-one in Austin. …
One of our favorite day trips is back again this spring! The Sherwood Forest Faire is open every weekend through April 19, 2026. This Medieval-themed Faire is packed with merriment and features more than 150 live performances per day and more than 170 artisans. …
March is one of the busiest (and most fun) months in Austin, with spring festivals, outdoor events, rodeo fun, and family-friendly happenings popping up all over the city. From SXSW and Sherwood Forest Faire to seasonal festivals, park outings, and spring break activities, there is …
Need a screen-free day that gets everyone outside and exploring? A visit to a local farm is one of our favorite low-key family outings around Austin. Kids can meet cows, chickens, goats, donkeys, and more up close, learn where their food comes from, and burn …
Gooey, crispy, and dipped in tomato soup. You know what we’re talking about – an epic grilled cheese sandwich. This is one of those foods that, sure, we can all make for ourselves. But sometimes it tastes even better when someone else makes it for …
Top 10 Family Friendly Restaurants in Austin, complete with playscapes and delicious food whether on the lake or in the heart of the city.
It’s heating up in Austin, which means one very important thing — sno cone season is here. And according to our highly scientific, kid-approved research, rainbow is still the reigning favorite (the more flavors, the better). From classic stands to local favorites, these Austin sno …
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.