For kids celebrating birthdays during social distancing requirements, there’s certainly some disappointment about not being able to gather and party with friends, but there are some creative ways to make sure that kids have a memorable and happy day. Below you’ll find many ideas for …
When recently updating our article about Weird & Wonderful Place to Stay in Texas, we found ourselves feeling a pang of wanderlust. Because of the pandemic, it has been a long while since we’ve traveled outside the confines of our own home, and we felt …
Austin is peppered with awesome art — sometimes in the most unexpected places. From the iconic “Hi, How Are You” mural created by artist Daniel Johnston to the “I Love You So Much” script on the wall of Jo’s Coffee, Austin’s street art is as …
As we look longingly ahead to 2021, a year where we hope to find peace and healing, we must first pay tribute to 2020’s little moments of joy that kept us going when we didn’t think we could a second longer. Just like many of …
When you’re ready to pack up your holiday decorations, don’t just throw away your Christmas tree — give it another life by recycling it! City of Austin curbside customers can recycle holiday trees by leaving them at the curb on regular collection days, and all …
This edition of RIP Austin is a particularly painful one. While we normally only lose a few staples a year, the spread of COVID-19 and the resulting temporary shutdown of Austin restaurants, play places, retail stores, and bars has led some long-standing Austin favorites to …
We are excited to kick off Winter Break with FIVE awesome prizes to give away! We’ve partnered with some wonderful local business who are offering fun activities that you can do during the break. Enter to win one, or enter to win all! Good luck! …
Put on your comfy shoes and grab a thermos of hot cocoa! It’s time to take an outdoor stroll through some twinkly lights! To add a little extra shine to the season, you can take a socially distanced walk through some very cool lighted trails …
We’re not saying we’re panicked about how to fill 17 days of Winter Break, but let’s just say we’re slightly anxious about finding enough activities to keep the kids busy and entertained. So, we’re planning ahead by pre-ordering fun local activity kits and signing up …
Are you interested in helping children in need experience a little holiday magic this season? There are plenty of deserving local charities that could use a hand right now. If you’re able to donate toys or food, or wish to make a financial contribution, here …
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.