One of our favorite day trips is back again this spring! The Sherwood Forest Faire is open every weekend through April 19, 2026. This Medieval-themed Faire is packed with merriment and features more than 150 live performances per day and more than 170 artisans. …
March is one of the busiest (and most fun) months in Austin, with spring festivals, outdoor events, rodeo fun, and family-friendly happenings popping up all over the city. From SXSW and Sherwood Forest Faire to seasonal festivals, park outings, and spring break activities, there is …
Need a screen-free day that gets everyone outside and exploring? A visit to a local farm is one of our favorite low-key family outings around Austin. Kids can meet cows, chickens, goats, donkeys, and more up close, learn where their food comes from, and burn …
Gooey, crispy, and dipped in tomato soup. You know what we’re talking about – an epic grilled cheese sandwich. This is one of those foods that, sure, we can all make for ourselves. But sometimes it tastes even better when someone else makes it for …
Top 10 Family Friendly Restaurants in Austin, complete with playscapes and delicious food whether on the lake or in the heart of the city.
This is your guide to figuring out where to camp in Austin. See how far it is, how much it is and what is offered at each campsite.
It’s heating up in Austin, which means one very important thing — sno cone season is here. And according to our highly scientific, kid-approved research, rainbow is still the reigning favorite (the more flavors, the better). From classic stands to local favorites, these Austin sno …
We’re super into these delightful excuses – er, honorary holidays – to have a delicious treat and celebrate a favorite food! Tuesday, March 3, is National Pancake Day, so we’re serving up where to get the best ones in Austin. Since it’s an honorary holiday, …
Having a baby in Austin comes with a major perk: there are so many easy, low-pressure places to get out of the house with little ones. From stroller-friendly parks and nature walks to storytimes, indoor play spaces, and baby-friendly classes, the city is full of …
Life in Austin is better with a dog, and luckily, there are plenty of places around town that make it easy to bring your pup along for the fun. From off-leash parks and scenic trails to dog-welcoming patios, pet shops, and local services, there are …
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.