Imagine setting out a blanket and chairs, grabbing dinner from food trucks, and watching a movie under the stars with your family. That’s what you can expect at Movies in the Park, a free, community event brought to you by Austin Parks Foundation and Rocket …
Volunteer registration is now open for Austin’s bi-annual It’s My Park Day, a community-wide beautification event taking place this Saturday, March 4. Thousands of Austinites will come together to participate in 87 projects happening across the city, from transforming parks and trails, to clearing creek …
We’re very excited to share the news that Austin Parks Foundation is hosting another summer of free, family-friendly programming in parks all around Austin! On of our personal favorites, the Movies in the Park series returns, along with outdoor fitness classes, and the addition of …
Plans for a new mini train in Zilker Park are chugging right along! Hopping aboard a kiddie train for a ride through the park has been long-time favorite activity for families in Austin since 1961. When the beloved Zilker Zephyr went out of commission in …
What would we do without our neighborhood parks? As a vital part of our community for playtime, exercise, a place to make friendships and so much more, parks have been our refuge over the past 8 months! We’re grateful that these green spaces have provided …
Last month, Austin Parks Foundation announced a contest to name the new train coming to Zilker Park in the Summer of 2021. Over 750 names, drawings and ideas for this new train were submitted! And now voting is underway for final 7 options for the …
If you’re thinking about heading outdoors to get some fresh air in a local park space, there’s some important things to know before you plan your next outing. Keep in mind that it’s imperative to practice social distancing in any setting, and please wear your …
When it comes to free fun around Austin, we’re so thankful for the many wonderful playgrounds and parks that we can enjoy with our families. Want to check out the area’s latest outdoor play space with your kiddos? Take a visit to the newly improved …
Zilker Park is such a jewel of Austin. This beloved park provides a place for all to enjoy gardens, trails, sprawling green space, a playground, mini train, nature center, Barton Springs, and so much more. We’re proud of our park and want to ensure it …
Your littlest park-lovers can make a difference for Austin’s green spaces! The Austin Parks Foundation has recently launched the Little Hummingbird Society, a monthly giving program that helps kids learn about the importance of supporting Austin’s parks, trails and playgrounds. For $10 per month 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.