Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Thanksgiving Made Easy: Where to Order Your Feast

We know chasing your little turkeys around the house while planning and prepping an entire Thanksgiving feast can be darn near impossible. Minimize your seasonal stress, and order your Thanksgiving fare from one of the local restaurants below!  Looking to go out to eat on …

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Where to Go Ice Skating Around Austin

Thinking of ice skating makes us oddly nostalgic about The Mighty Ducks.  It’s a perfect throwback if you’re looking for a dose of 90s movie history to educate the kids with, and totally fits the season.  But, if you’re looking to take a spin on …

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Top Halloween Events for Austin Families

This little shift in weather has us excited for the spooky season and all of the wonderful Halloween events in and around Austin.  Mark your calendars for our Top Picks for Halloween Family Fun in 2024.  Also, check out our big list of Pumpkin Patches and …

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Classic Austin Activities

These quintessentially Austin activities are great for locals and visitors alike.  Fall in love with your city all over again, or show your out-of-town guests your favorite gems with these Classic Austin Activities. Enjoy These Classic Austin Activities — Take in the view at Mount …

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10 Fun Things for Teens in Austin

What’s fun for teens to do in Austin, Texas? We’ve got the scoop from the experts — local high school students! Read on for some ideas on the best activities for teens in a variety of areas of Austin. About our contributing author, Sela Kime: …

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Exploring J. Lorraine Ghost Town

*Important Update: Friday, October 11, 2024: According to the J. Lorraine Ghost Town Facebook page, the ghost town is permanently closed. Please check for updates here.  Are you brave enough to visit a ghost town?  Take a day trip to the J. Lorraine Ghost Town …

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Experience Austin’s Outdoor Art

Eye-catching, breathtaking, and sometimes curious public art lives in nooks and neighborhoods all over our nature-loving city. We first featured these outdoor works of art during the pandemic while museums were closed, but there are so many amazing sights to see for FREE in Austin, …

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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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Austin Park Spotlight: Zilker Botanical Garden

Situated within Zilker Park, you’ll find the Zilker Botanical Garden, 26 acres of parkland that features a variety of themed gardens, ponds, flowers, butterflies, native plants, and a pretty setting for a stroll, a picnic, or an ideal spot to simply stop and smell the …

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Everything Pink in Austin!

Pastel, neon, or fuchsia, too — is pink a favorite hue for you? Does a mix of red and white, give your senses pure delight? If you or your kids simply love pink, there are many places in Austin where you can surround yourself with …

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