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!
Pride Month is here, and Austin families will find plenty of ways to celebrate throughout June and beyond. While Austin’s biggest Pride festivities take place in August, there are already picnics, parties, performances, and family friendly gatherings popping up around town. Here are a few …
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.
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 …
Fat Tuesday, AKA Mardi Gras, is on February 17, 2026, and we’re eyeing up which local spots have the best King Cakes and who’s cooking up the tastiest crawfish. Check out our picks and more below. Also, we’re just gonna add Do512’s “grown-up guide” to …
The Lunar New Year begins on February 17, and there are some great family-friendly events planned in Austin! 2026 is the Year of the Horse, which represents energy, movement, freedom, and determination. If you’re looking to get out and celebrate the Lunar New Year, here’s …
It’s time to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights! This joyful holiday honors the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, symbolizing hope and new beginnings. A few Diwali celebrations have already lit up Austin, but there’s still plenty of festive fun ahead. …
From hidden corners to bustling streets, Austin’s outdoor art scene is vibrant, inspiring, and uniquely our own. What started as a way to enjoy creativity during museum closures has become one of our favorite ways to explore the city. With so many eye-catching, thought-provoking, and …
This spring-like weather has us eager to head outdoors to meet up with friends for patio dining and drinks. There are SO many wonderful family-friendly breweries, distilleries, and restaurants in the Austin metro area that have Texas-sized yards, fields, trails and playscapes with plenty of …
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 …
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.