While the pandemic might temporarily keep us from visiting some of our favorite places to play, Thinkery wants you to enjoy their fun hands-on activities even when you can’t explore the museum in person! Thinkery’s creative team of educators have put together some great ways …
Did you know that an enchanting, lush waterfall is tucked away on Lake Georgetown? Within Cedar Breaks Park lies Crockett Gardens and Falls, a gorgeous green landscape that feels like it’s right out of a storybook as a potential home to trolls, faeries, gnomes or …
As we look longingly ahead to 2021, a year where we hope to find peace and healing, we must first pay tribute to 2020’s little moments of joy that kept us going when we didn’t think we could a second longer. Just like many of …
Beautiful views, sandy shores, miles of hiking and horse-riding trails, perfect camping spots — Pedernales Falls State Park has it all! Only about an hour’s drive from Austin to Johnson City, Pedernales Falls is a local favorite because it offers an endless ways to enjoy …
On Monday, August 21 we will celebrate an amazing celestial event — the solar eclipse! Here in Austin, the partial eclipse will take place between 11:41 a.m. and will end at 2:39 p.m., with the peak of the event taking place around 1:10 p.m. The …
Recently, Duchman Family Winery invited our staff to take the short drive down to Driftwood for a tour and a wine tasting. Of course we jumped at the idea, but it never once occurred to us to bring the kids. In our minds, this was …
When we get that itch to venture out and explore new places, we’re often quickly reminded of the reality of travel with kids — expenses, scheduling logistics, etc. Sometimes there’s nothing better than daytrips or easy weekends away within short driving distance. We recently got …
On Saturday, Apr. 16, kids of all ages will be in awe when 3,000 live butterflies take flight during the 18th Annual Butterfly Festival at EmilyAnn Theatre and Gardens in Wimberley, TX. From 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., families can enjoy free admission (donations accepted) …
A year ago, the people of Northpoint Church were outgrowing their space in Georgetown and needed a little more room. They saw a need in North Austin for a place where people could come together and find encouragement, community and love. After months of planning …
Last weekend, our Content Manager, Heidi, took her family to the Grand Opening of the Science Mill. She and the kids were so impressed with this cool new, museum and all of the amazing hands-on science activities it offers. Read all about it & check …
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.