While the start of the school year brings a whole big mix of emotions, there is one element that brings us pure JOY — first day of school photos! We find ourselves a wee bit off schedule on the first day of school because we …
Austin’s parks and green spaces are currently having a big moment! We are thrilled to see so many major park improvements, additions of awesome play structures, community meeting places and zen gardens coming to life this year. One notable transformation was the makeover of Waterloo …
As parents, we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed and stressed about the school year ahead. We tune into chat groups only to find a wide variety of differing opinions on what’s right for the kids. While we know that families have to make personal decisions on …
One item on our personal summer bucket list was to drive out to Dripping Springs to check out the giant outdoor entertainment space, Dreamland. With mini golf, pickleball, disc golf, a splash pad and more, we had been hearing great things about this oasis of …
The greater Austin metro area includes some amazing, award-winning small cities and fantastic neighborhoods full of kid-friendly amenities, such as the booming city of Cedar Park, Texas! Our Do512 Family Field Expert Jess Kilbane, creator of Playdates and Prosecco, shares her top 5 favorite things …
Update: This event is cancelled for 2021. For a little motivation to get up and go for a morning jog, the Keep Austin Weird® local events company is encouraging locals of all ages to run to brunch (or breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Participants in the …
August is National Family Fun Month and the perfect reminder to take a break and have some carefree playtime with the kids before they return to school schedules. There are endless opportunities for silly family moments! Here are some ideas for celebrating Family Fun this …
Who’s ready to sing “happy birthday” to our hometown? On Saturday, August 7 you can celebrate Austin‘s 182nd birthday with fun happenings in the 2ND St. District and Republic Square. Did you know? The Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation celebrates Austin’s Birthday Bash in August to …
Our Family Field Expert, Jess Kilbane, recently took a day trip to Johnson City for some hands-on fun at the Science Mill and shares her family’s highlights below to help you plan ahead for a great day trip with your family. 5 Fun Things at …
Located in Cedar Creek, TX off of Highway 71 between Austin and Bastrop, The Dinosaur Park is an awesome destination for dino-lovers of all ages! Situated in a woodsy nature trail, you’ll find giant dino replicas among the trees, making it easy to imagine real …
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.