Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Swim Spots to Book Ahead

Summer will be here before we know it, so here’s your reminder to book your family’s favorite local swim spots ahead!  When the weather gets hot in Austin, these swim spots book up quickly.  Luckily, there are so many choices you’re bound to find the …

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Fall Family Bucket List

Temperatures tell us we might be ahead of ourselves, but we’re bursting with enthusiasm for fall fun. We are so ready to jump into a new season! Here’s our round-up of Ways to Celebrate Fall Around Austin. Pack in some fun at a pumpkin patch! …

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Visiting the Texas State Capitol with Kids

A visit to the Texas State Capital Building offers not only a great opportunity to get a crash course on the inner workings of Texas politics, but a built in bonus of a close-up look at the pink granite structure during a pretty cool architectural tour of one of the most distinct and beautiful buildings in Texas.

Explore the Caves of Austin

The landscape of the Texas Hill Country is certainly a stunner with its rolling hills, bluebonnet fields, lakes, and spectacular sunsets. But this area has some pretty amazing sights below the Earth’s surface, too. Below you’ll find a list of fascinating caverns around Austin, some …

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Visiting Hamilton Pool Preserve

Hamilton Pool is a gorgeous natural gem located just a short 45-minute drive from Austin to Dripping Springs, but its breathtaking beauty makes you feel like you’re so far from home. This fascinating recreation destination features a collapsed grotto with beautiful blue-green water, surrounded by …

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5 Fun Things in Round Rock

Austin suburbs are definitely among some of the greatest places to live, and family-friendly Round Rock is packed with fantastic neighborhoods, great parks, restaurants and attractions. Our Do512 Family Field Expert Amber Martinez-Vasquez, known on social media as Amber Takes Austin, shares 5 of her …

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The Most Texan Things You Can Do in Austin

With Texas Independence Day coming up on Wednesday and the annual Cowboy Breakfast taking place this Friday, we’re shouting out a big ole spirited Texas-sized “yippee”! It’s time to throw on your biggest cowboy hat and saddle up for a fun time celebrating Texas heritage. …

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Garner State Park & the Frio River

The beauty and peacefulness of the Concan, Texas area never ceases to amaze us. Just over a three-hour drive from Austin, this area offers a gorgeous natural setting for hiking in the scenic Hill Country terrain, camping, stargazing, bird watching, and of course enjoying a …

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Kingsbury Commons at Pease Park

Austin families, get ready to fall in love with your kids’ favorite new play space! Located within Pease Park, Kingsbury Commons has undergone an amazing transformation to include fantastic play structures, a water feature, basketball courts, a remarkable treehouse, and much more — all now …

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Here’s the Scoop on the Adorable AHS Puppy Bowl Action

Are you ready for some football? Some fluffy, furry, fabulously fun football! One of our favorite events of the season is back this year in a virtual format. The Austin Humane Society’s beloved Puppy Bowl, presented by Heritage Ranch by H-E-B, celebrates its 14th year …

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