Looking for a meaningful way to spend time together as a family? We rounded up some great volunteer opportunities around Austin that make giving back approachable for kids of all ages. Whether your crew wants to pack care kits, serve meals, spend time with seniors, …
Hints of Spring are showing up, and the inevitable Texas Summer is just around the bend. Once it gets warm enough, all you’ll want to do is swim! So bookmark this page and keep it as reference. Your family will love checking out the Best Swimming Holes in Austin.
Now that the weather is warming up (and before the full Texas heat kicks in), this is the sweet spot for getting outside in Austin. A picnic is one of the easiest ways to spend some low-key family time together, and we’ve rounded up the …
One of our favorite ways to spend an Austin day is out on Lady Bird Lake, soaking up the skyline views and getting a little fresh air on the water. Whether your crew is into kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, or just trying something new outdoors, there …
ABC Kite Fest, one of Austin’s most iconic traditions, is back for its 98th year! Head to Zilker Park on Saturday, April 11, from 10 am – 5 pm for this FREE all-day festival. Great for folks of all ages, ABC Kite Fest features an …
Spring Break is here! Whether you’re staying in Austin or visiting for the week, there’s no shortage of ways to keep the kids happy and the whole family busy. From outdoor adventures to hands-on fun around town, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite ways …
Let’s be honest: we may be adults, but there’s something about the ice cream truck jingle that still inspires us to break out into a full-on sprint down the street. It’s not even our fault: the reaction to the instrumental version of “Pop Goes the Weasel” is practically Pavlovian, and if there’s one thing that’s going to inspire most of us to engage in any sort of cardio, honestly, it’s probably ice cream. Oh, and the kids love it too.
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 …
Cooking classes are so much fun and Austin has lots of options for kids of all ages. In our experience, even the pickiest eaters enjoy taking ownership over preparing food and it can even help them want to try new foods when they have made …
On days when Mother Nature keeps us from visiting the local playground, but we’d still like the kids to burn off some energy (while also avoiding cleaning up 27 abandoned projects and a couch fort), we opt for indoor play places. From family-friendly arcades to …
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.