Best Playgrounds in Austin
Do512 Family and Yelp presented the results of a user poll of the best playgrounds in the Austin metro area! See the results!
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Do512 Family Park Spotlight: Mayfield Park & Nature Preserve
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.
Swimming In Austin: Which Pools Stay Open?
Looking to cool off with a swim? Whether you’re searching for a weekend dip or planning ahead for when summer fades, we’ve got the scoop on which City of Austin pools and splash pads are open, and which ones stay open after the typical swim …
What to Do with Kids in Austin When It’s HOT
Ah, the age old parenting dilemma: it’s blazing outside, the kids are bouncing off the walls, and you need to get out of the house for everyone’s sanity. When it’s simply too hot for the playground, Austin has plenty of cool places to play, explore, …
Summer Deals and Freebies for Austin Families
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!
Your Austin To Do List: July Family Events
Summer break is officially in full swing, and if you’re looking for ways to keep the kids entertained, we’ve got you covered. From splash pads and shaded parks to fireworks, concerts, museum days, and other family fun around Austin, here are our favorite things to …
Best Natural Swimming Holes Around Austin
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.
Best Picnic Spots in the Austin Area
Now that the weather is warming up (and before the full Texas heat kicks in), this is the sweet spot for getting outside in Austin. A picnic is one of the easiest ways to spend some low-key family time together, and we’ve rounded up the …
Exploring the Hike & Bike Trail on Lady Bird Lake
When you want to feel connected to Austin, it’s hard to beat a walk along Lady Bird Lake. You’ll get skyline views, water, and that classic mix of runners, families, and dogs that somehow makes the whole city feel like it’s in a good mood. …
Get Ready for ABC Kite Fest 2026 at Zilker Park!
ABC Kite Fest, one of Austin’s most iconic traditions, is back for its 98th year! Head to Zilker Park on Saturday, April 11, from 10 am – 5 pm for this FREE all-day festival. Great for folks of all ages, ABC Kite Fest features an …
