Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

5 Fun Day Trips for Austin Families

From the busy cities to the quiet beaches, Texas has so much to offer.  If you’re looking for a quick day trip for the family, here’s our roundup of where to go! New Braunfels, Texas Driving Time: 1 hour Located just 48 miles from Austin, …

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100 Things to Do at Zilker Park

Oh how we love Zilker Park! In 1917, Andrew Zilker donated 350 acres of land that has since become our beloved space to enjoy coldwater swims, trails, gardens, sprawling lawns, rock gardens, festivals and so much more. Zilker Park is such an essential part of …

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Family-Friendly Happy Hours

Happy hour with kids in tow? While happy hour may no longer be a post-work ritual like in those pre-parenting days, when 5pm rolls around and you’re ready to kick back responsibly with an adult beverage, there are plenty of places to go in Austin …

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Farmers’ Markets & Farm Fresh Delivery in Austin

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 …

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Pippi Longstocking is “Coming into Your World!”

Calling all Millennial parents!  Relive the magic of Pippi and introduce your kids to the joy she brings to the stage this spring at Austin Scottish Rite Theatre. Pippi Longstocking is a scrappy 9-year-old girl who always puts bullies in their place. Along with a …

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Austin’s Celebrity Parents

During SXSW celebs are all over Austin, but in 2023, it seems like we’re noticing more and more famous movie stars, athletes, authors and musicians who have decided to settle into the area as their ideal place to call home. Much like we did, celebrity …

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Summer Camp Is Coming In HOT

Is it just us or does is seem like summer camp registration comes earlier each year?  Get a head start on your summer planning with our BIG Roundup of Austin Summer Camps.  Many local camps offer early enrollment and early bird pricing (and sadly, some …

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Great Family Hiking Spots in ATX

With so many great places to get out and stretch your legs in Austin, we’ve rounded up some nearby options from quick and easy to more ambitious.   Check out our picks for nearby options below. Quick Hikes  Red Bud Isle Trail  Mount Bonnell Trail …

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Picture Perfect Places for Holiday Photo Ops

We’ve rounded up the best places to snap family pics this holiday season in Austin.  Whether you want to send a last-minute virtual holiday card or to photo document your cherished memories, here are our top places around ATX to snap a festive pic. The …

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Fill a Bucket This Holiday Season

There’s an adorable kids’ book called Have You Filled a Bucket Today? and the gist is that we all carry an invisible bucket inside of us, and kindness and giving to others fills our bucket and theirs.    Giving back has so many benefits – to …

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