One of the best things about living in the Live Music Capital of the World? Free, family-friendly concerts that bring the community together all summer long. With incredible local talent and scenic spots all over the city, Austin is the perfect place to enjoy live …
While the “stars at night are big and bright, deep in the heart of Texas”, we still can’t always view them easily from our own backyards here in Austin. The glow of artificial light from homes and businesses means the skies aren’t dark enough to …
Austin is home to scores of exemplary barbecue joints, and recently, a number of local spots even received Michelin Stars! InterStellar BBQ, La Barbecue, LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue, and Corkscrew BBQ became the first barbecue restaurants anywhere to receive this premier recognition of quality, which …
At the drive-ins, you’ll get a nostalgic flashback with outdoor big screens while you cozy up in the car or with lawn chairs and blankets, snacking on your favorite candy. So pack up a car full of kids and enjoy a classic drive-in experience, making …
Want to start a family service project but not sure where to begin? No worries—we’ve rounded up some awesome, kid-friendly volunteer opportunities around Austin that make giving back easy and fun. Whether you’re packing care kits, serving up meals, hanging out with seniors, or helping …
Special thanks to local high school student Reagan Crabb for contributing this article! As Summer approaches, the job search is on for teens. How can we spend our summer having fun and making money? Working at H-E-B, Chick-fil-A, or Target comes to mind. Or …
Nothing beats the relaxed feeling of a beach vacation. But when there’s no time or budget to head to the coast, you can improvise right here in the Austin area. Just use a little imagination and these local destinations will give you those beachy vibes. …
Whether your little one is making the big leap from preschool to kindergarten, your awesome kid is heading to middle school, or you’ve got a high school or college senior ready to take on the world, graduation is a HUGE deal at any stage! 🎓✨ …
May is here, and so is a month full of family fun in Austin! From Mother’s Day celebrations to end-of-school-year adventures and Memorial Day parties, there’s something exciting happening all month long. We know your calendar’s probably packed—but this list is all about making time …
Austin is home to the largest urban Mexican free-tail bat colony in North America, and we love to celebrate these winged creatures that dwell underneath the Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge. Seeing the bats swoop and fly in huge swarms is an amazing sight, …
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.