Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Your Austin To Do List: November 2026 Family Events

Hello, November! With Halloween behind us and the holidays just around the corner, there’s plenty happening in Austin this month. From the Texas Book Festival and Wurstfest to holiday lights and Thanksgiving traditions, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite family-friendly events to add to …

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Places for Great Soup in Austin

Austin weather is finally getting the memo that it’s fall! With gorgeous afternoons and mornings that are actually a little chilly (or should we say chili?), we’re officially in the mood for soup season. From pho and ramen to creamy bisques and classic comfort food, …

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Restaurants With a View in Austin

If you’re looking for a place with a great view to take the family, out-of-town guests, or maybe even for a date night, here’s your round-up! From views of the Austin Skyline to relaxing overlooking Lake Austin, Lady Bird Lake, or Lake Travis, here are …

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Where to Spend a Night Out Without the Kids

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 …

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Austin’s Sweetest Candy Shops

In the kid world, candy shops are both an adventure and a treat. Lucky for us, Austin has some excellent choices, from kitschy and vintage throwback shops to local chocolatiers. Here’s your roundup of The Sweetest Candy Shops in Austin.  Top image: Mr. Pickles Candy …

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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!

The Best Family-Friendly Breweries Around Austin

One thing we love about Austin’s brewery scene is how many spots welcome the whole family. We’re talking playgrounds, big outdoor spaces, good food, and plenty of room for the kids to run around while the grown-ups catch up over a beer (or whatever floats …

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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.

Your Austin To-Do List: October Events

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 …

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