Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

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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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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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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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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Visit the New Fortlandia Exhibit at the Wildflower Center

Image credit: Tico Mendoza 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 …

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Austin Children’s Theatre Roundup

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 …

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Where to Take Fall Family Photos in Austin

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 …

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