Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Floating the San Marcos River

Please take note that this article was written before the pandemic. Before you plan an outing anywhere, please visit the website of each location for details of their opening status. It’s the perfect time to take a dip into cool, clear, spring-fed water. Head south …

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Rock’N River Water Park

One of the things on our annual summer bucket list is a visit Rock’N River Water Park in Round Rock. It’s such a great park — and such a terrific bargain. With a lazy river, water slides, a giant tipping water bucket, several pools, a …

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Make a Splash at Schlitterbahn This Summer

Last summer we had some really fun times at Schlitterbahn New Braunfels. So much in fact, that we even highlighted 10 of our favorite things about this waterpark. Just a short drive south of Austin, this park is perfect place to enjoy some thrills and …

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How to Keep Your Family Fit in Austin

If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to work on fitness goals, we’re with you! Of course, getting healthier is an important ambition for all of us, and as parents, it’s up to us to model healthy habits for our kiddos. Hitting the gym …

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2016 Splash Jam in Cedar Park

Head out for some end of summer fun at Cedar Park’s annual Splash Jam on Sunday, September 4 at Elizabeth Milburn Park. This annual back to school bash will feature activities that begin at 5 p.m., including live music, face painting, hamster balls, carnival rides …

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Beach Time at Lake Pflugerville

Please note that this article was written before the pandemic. We’re always ready for a day at the beach! Anywhere the kids can dig in the sand, swim, picnic and relax is good for the whole family. We’d heard about a small beach area at …

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Deep Eddy Splash Party Movie Nights 2016

Mark your calendars for the annual Splash Party Movie Nights at Deep Eddy Pool. Bring the kids and meet your friends for a picnic on the hill, and then float in the cool water as you watch a film on the big screen. Splash Party …

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Top Picks for Fun on Lake Travis

Wondering where to go and what to do on Lake Travis? We’ve rounded up some ideas for you. First, it’s a great idea to get an overview of all the parks on Lake Travis. The Lower Colorado River Authority and Travis County Parks operate 15 …

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Bartholomew Pool Open! – Winter Hours

Don’t pack away your pool bag just yet, friends! The Austin Parks and Recreation Department announced that Bartholomew Pool will now be operating on winter hours. The Austin City Council passed an increase in the budget that will allow us to keep splashing and swimming …

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Top 5 Camping Spots Around Austin

Top 5 camping spots around Austin, all within an hour’s drive (mostly). Plus, they are all home to some pretty epic swimming, a good way to beat the Texas heat this summer!