Wow! We are so blown away by the photos you have sent in for our Keep Austin Thankful Photo Contest! You have just raised $1650 for 5 deserving local charities! Now it’s time for you to vote for your favorite photo! Please go to our …
This weekend you can take photos with Santa, shop local at a holiday craft show, head downtown for a big parade, dance your own Nutcracker, check out model trains, watch Buddy, Frog & Toad dance & sing, spin under the lights of the Zilker Holiday …
When you think of holiday lights, do you prefer simple and tasteful or a Griswold-style over-the-top light extravaganza? No matter your personal preference, there’s something for every style out there displayed during the Christmas season, and we love it! Getting the kids in the car …
This year, Austin will celebrate 50 years of enjoying the awesome holiday tradition of the Trail of Lights in Zilker Park! With more than 50 exciting displays, over 100 trees wrapped in lights, and three lighted tunnels, we’re so lucky to have this event right …
Do you hear those sleigh bells ringing? Are those gingerbread men calling your name? Or are the sugar plum fairies dancing in your head? The holiday season is here! Wow, the Austin area doesn’t disappoint when it comes to holiday cheer! This awesome round-up of …
If you would like to get involved in some very worthwhile, fulfilling volunteer efforts this holiday season, here are a number of ways you can make a difference in Austin. We encourage you to also leave comments with additional opportunities and ways to give back in Austin.
Do your kids love spinning under the Zilker Holiday Tree? It’s surely one of our favorite annual events — munching on warm kettle corn, enjoying live music, and getting dizzy under those fabulous lights. The Zilker Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Sunday, …
Maybe you’re not quite as graceful as a ballerina in the Austin Ballet. No problem. Maybe your moves are far more creative than any sugar plum fairy has ever dreamed of. Well, you are in luck, my friend. On Saturday, Nov. 29, you and your …
On Friday, Nov. 28 you can take the kids to the Long Center’s City Terrace from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. to snap a free photo with Santa overlooking the best view in Austin! And even better, Buddy the Elf (from Elf: The Musical) will …
On Saturday, Nov. 29 you can enjoy the sights and sounds of one of Austin’s most popular holiday family events! Join the community downtown at the 25th Annual Chuy’s Children Giving to Children Parade benefiting Operation Blue Santa. The parade begins at 11 a.m. by …
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.