Have you ever found yourself trying to get a day pass to Hamilton Pool only to discover that all the weekend sessions are fully booked? Or maybe you’ve decided this is the year you’re going to drive the kids out to Fredericksburg to climb the …
Want to take the kids fishing, but not sure where to go? We’ve rounded up some of the best places in and around Austin to cast your line. Find a shady spot to post up with a fishing pole and reel ’em in! You can …
This annual FREE celebration is back at Pease Park this Saturday, April 25, 2026. Kids’ activities are from 11 am – 3 pm, and adult activities last into the evening, ending at 8 pm. If you want a taste of Austin’s keep-it-weird vibe of yesteryear, …
Ahhhh, the resort life! An ultra-plush lounge chair, food and beverage service, gorgeous skyline views, and pretty umbrellas to shade you from the sun. Tourists aren’t the only ones who can enjoy the perks of picture-perfect pools in Austin. There are lots of local hotels …
The landscape of the Texas Hill Country is certainly a stunner with its rolling hills, bluebonnet fields, lakes, and spectacular sunsets. But this area has some pretty amazing sights below the Earth’s surface, too. Below, you’ll find a list of fascinating caverns around Austin, some …
Situated within Zilker Park, you’ll find the Zilker Botanical Garden, 26 acres of parkland that features a variety of themed gardens, ponds, flowers, butterflies, native plants, and a pretty setting for a stroll, a picnic, or an ideal spot to simply stop and smell the …
What we love most about the local brewery scene is that so many spots have designated themselves as family-friendly. If you’re a parent who’s a beer lover (or if you’re a foodie!), you can bring the tots along with you while you kick back and …
April in Austin means spring events are everywhere, and it’s the perfect time to get out and enjoy it with the kids. We’ve rounded up plenty of ways to make the most of the season. Happy spring, y’all. Multiple Weekends: Sherwood Forest Faire in McDade, …
Seeing those Texas bluebonnets pop up around Austin is such an exciting sign of spring. Every year, from March to early April, Central Texans flock to their favorite fields to find our state flower, the bluebonnet. If you’re ready to get out there and snap …
The Austin metro area is packed with opportunities for interesting family field trips, memorable adventures, and many places to explore the natural beauty of Central Texas. If you’re looking for motivation to get out and about, here are 50+ Ideas for Fun Things to Do …
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.