Ah, the age-old parenting dilemma of what to do with kids when it’s scorching hot outside but you need to get out of the house for everyone’s sanity. Save this article for the next time you hear “I’m bored!” on repeat, and try one of …
Ready for a swim? The City of Austin Aquatic Division operates 44 facilities ready to cool you down — including seven regional pools, three community pools, 21 neighborhood pools, Barton Springs Pool, and 11 splash pads, and also offers youth and adult swim lessons. Many …
It’s officially Pride Month and we want to send our love and support to LGBTQIA+ families today and all year long. Here are some upcoming Family-Friendly Pride Events for official Pride Month (June), through Austin’s Pride Month (August). June Events – Pride Skate @ …
We’ve compiled a list of the Best Freebies and Deals in Austin in everything from museums, to outdoor fun, to live music to delicious food. Enjoy checking these places off your to-do list and saving yourself some money at the same time!
Hints of Spring are showing up, and the inevitable Texas Summer is just around the bend. Once it gets warm enough, all you’ll want to do is swim! So bookmark this page and keep it as reference. Your family will love checking out the Best Swimming Holes in Austin.
Let’s be honest: we may be adults, but there’s something about the ice cream truck jingle that still inspires us to break out into a full-on sprint down the street. It’s not even our fault: the reaction to the instrumental version of “Pop Goes the Weasel” is practically Pavlovian, and if there’s one thing that’s going to inspire most of us to engage in any sort of cardio, honestly, it’s probably ice cream. Oh, and the kids love it too.
Farmers’ markets are a great way to feel connected to your community while picking up your weekly produce, handcrafted goods and more. Take advantage of all the delicious in-season options while supporting your local growers. Plus, getting items fresh from the farm is a great …
Dress up your little princesses and climb aboard the Austin Steam Train for their Princess Flyer on Sunday, Aug. 24 from 2 – 5 pm.
Looking for a short hike your kids can handle? Check out Mayfield Park and Preserve. Mayfield often tops the lists of best parks in Austin with its picturesque gardens and exotic peacocks. But behind the gardens are short hiking trails perfect for exploring with small children. Here, we’ve given you a step-by-step guide to the trail so you can meander through the woods with your kids and know what to look for and expect.
It’s time once again for the annual Old Settler’s Music Festival, going down from Thursday, Apr. 10 – Sunday, Apr. 13 at Salt Lick pavilion and Camp Ben McCulloch. This festival has been going strong since 1987, and has maintained its down-home, friendly, Texas vibe. You’ll hear lots of music, eat awesome food, attend workshops, camp, let the kids play in the youth area and kick back with plenty of cold beers (if you want).
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.