October is one of our favorite months to get out with the kids in Austin, and this year’s calendar is packed. We’ve got pumpkin patches, fall festivals, ACL, Halloween fun, free family events, live music and plenty more being added every day. Grab your calendar …
Get ready for a new season of Fortlandia, returning to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center beginning October 2 with a whole new lineup of creative forts to explore and play in. Nestled in the Family Garden, these interactive structures invite kids (and grown-ups) to …
You got the sitter. Now what? Whether you’re overdue for a fancy dinner, want to see some live music, laugh until your face hurts, or just do something that doesn’t involve a playground or kids’ menu, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite ways to …
From interactive improv theatre to Austin Broadway shows, ATX has great options to immerse the kids into live theatre. Here’s your round-up of theaters in Austin – some of these are just for kids, while others offer a wide range of performances that span from …
Crisp air, golden light, and colorful backdrops make fall the perfect time to gather the family for photos. After a long Texas summer, it finally feels good to pull on a cozy sweater (or at least pretend it’s cool enough) and capture those sweet, silly …
It may still feel like summer outside, but we can’t wait to dive into all the cozy, colorful fun that comes with fall in Austin. From pumpkin patches and outdoor movies to festivals, hikes, and seasonal treats, there are so many ways to make the …
Wondering where to take the kids to pick their pumpkins and enjoy all the goodness the season has to offer? Here’s our annual round-up of favorite pumpkin patches around Austin. Enjoy! Sweet Berry Farm 1801 FM 1980, Marble Falls This Marble Falls farm offers the …
Oktoberfest season is back, bringing German food, games, music, dancing, and plenty of oompah fun! While it’s one of Germany’s biggest annual traditions, Central Texas has its own rich German heritage, and lots of places to celebrate close to home. From lively festivals to kid-friendly …
Editor’s note: Let’s chat about Longhorn football season and how to hook ‘em for newbies! In case you missed it, Texas pulled off a pretty incredible comeback against No. 1 Ohio State this weekend and is now officially the No. 1 team in the country. …
Remember the thrill of your first concert? Whether it was a legendary act or a slightly cringey throwback, there’s nothing like that first rush of live music. Today’s teens get to experience it all in Austin, from big outdoor stages to cozy neighborhood spots, and …
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.