Since relocating to Austin, rodeo season has quickly become one of our favorite times of year. The first year we lived in Austin, we wanted to experience something truly Texas. So, we thought, how much more Texas can you get than the rodeo? Ever since, we’ve had the rodeo bug and the event is something […]
Downtown Austin’s New Library – Nation’s 1st Library of the Future
The Grand Opening of the Austin Central Library is set for November 2016. Why in the world are we talking about a new library a year and a half before it opens? Because it’s way more than that a building with books. With a $120MM price tag, this isn’t your run-of-the mill, brush the dust […]
Austin Waterfront Restaurants
If you ask any Austinite what makes up a great weekend, it usually includes a combination of spending time with family and friends, listening to live music, enjoying great food, drinks and moving water. If you can combine everything in one place, a great weekend turns into the perfect weekend. With Austin’s temperate weather and […]
October 2014 Austin Festivals and Events
Summer is over, the weather is cooling off and we are entering one of the best months for festivals and events in Austin. In October, Austin is flooded with music events, festivals and an assortment of outdoor entertainment. It all starts with first weekend, so rest up and get ready to experience what makes Austin […]
Top 3 Austin Dog Parks
As Austinites we know there is not a more fun filled city to live than Austin. The same may go for your 4 legged pal as well. There are plenty of great dog parks in and around Austin to take your pooch to, but which is the best? Here are the top 3 dog parks […]
Best Bars on 6th Street
Looking for a guide to Downtown Austin bars? We’ve got the top 9 bars of 6th Street in Downtown Austin. Here are our choices for the best bars on 6th Street. Best Bars of 6th Street Map Best Bars East Sixth Street Buffalo Billiards – 201 East 6th St If you’re looking for a game […]
Armadillo Christmas Bazaar
Looking for something to do to get you in the Christmas spirit this weekend? Head over to the 36th Annual Armadillo Christmas Bazaar at the Palmer Events Center. There you’ll find Holiday Shopping from local vendors and artisans, live music and food/drinks. Live Music at Armadillo Christmas Bazaar There are 3-4 shows per day, with […]
Gypsy Picnic Food Truck Festival
Tomorrow is Austin’s 2nd Annual Gypsy Picnic. Last year’s festival was dubbed “The Festival of Lines” because there was so much interest and not enough vendors. This year, organizers have brought out 35 food trucks to cover the crowds. Sample Austin’s Best Food Trucks Each of the trucks will have a sample menu item that […]
July 4 Fireworks Around Austin
As you may have already heard, The City of Austin decided to cancel its fireworks show on Lady Bird Lake due to drought. If you weren’t feeling the Austin 4th of July Fireworks Alternatives, you don’t have to stay at home and watch fireworks on your TV. It just means you have to drive a […]
Austin 4th of July Fireworks Alternatives
Normally this time of year we would list the best places to see fireworks in and around Austin. Well this year the list is short, as Travis County and Austin Fire Departments have agreed to deny all permits for fireworks because of the drought and hot weather we have experienced over the last few months. […]