With its unobstructed view north towards the state capitol building, South Congress has recently attracted the attention of local and national retailers, developers, and restauranteurs. If you’re not sure where to start, here is our roundup for the Best of South Congress! Like most of Austin, the South Congress neighborhood has a long and winding…
The Live Music Capital of the World takes no breaks. Every weekend of every month of every year you’ll find more quality entertainment in the ATX than you can possibly intake. Find you fun this weekend in Austin. Great festivals, food and drink, live music (of course) and entertaining events.
Austin boasts one of the most diverse music scenes in the country. Bands of every genre set up and break down en masse every night at the almost uncountable venues the city has to offer. Whether it’s 13,000 people in a classic Austin outdoor amphitheater or 20 fans at one of many small Austin live…
Here is our list of the Best Austin Festivals. The annual ATX festival schedule is a wonder to behold. It is befitting a town as festival crazy at Austin. From music, to food, to art, racing, sports, beer, ice cream and bats, Austin has it all for the fest fan. Check out our more complete…
Rainey Street in Austin has grown into a legitimate dining destination with several excellent brick-and-mortar restaurants offering real kitchens and sit-down (or structured patio) service. Here’s a complete, up-to-date list with short descriptions and direct links to their current menus. Emmer & Rye Located at 51 Rainey Street, Emmer & Rye is a Michelin-recognized (Green…
Two beautiful lakes are a big part of greater Austin. Though it’s widely known as the Live Music Capital of the World, Austin is also River City. Below Lake Travis and Mansfield Dam, Lake Austin runs southeast to Enfield Road and the Tom Miller Dam. There begins Lady Bird Lake (formerly Town Lake) which runs…
The Texas Hill Country is home to some of Texas’ most legendary swimming holes. Most are in or within a short driving distance from Austin. Once sleepy private utopias frequented by knowledgeable locals, many of these watering holes now have big crowds. Here are our Best Austin Swimming Holes…… Barton Springs Pool One of Austin’s…
For many long time Austinite’s Eeyore’s Birthday is both an eccentric Austin tradition and a celebration of spring. The final Saturday of April brings Austin it’s absolutely weirdest and longest running free festival. When: Saturday, April 24th, 2027 Hours: 11 am to dusk Where: Pease Park Because this hallmark of Austin weirdness is almost 60…
If you’re looking for the beating heart of Austin nightlife, look no further than Rainey Street. Once a quiet residential block lined with historic bungalows, this downtown strip has transformed into one of the city’s most iconic bar districts — where craft cocktails, cold beers, lively patios, and that unmistakable Austin energy collide. In this…
What makes a great craft brewery? Well to start, the beer has to be the best. Then add a sweet taproom, and since this is Texas, maybe a beer garden. A healthy dose of community activism doesn’t hurt either. With nearly 40 breweries in the city of Austin, we’re spoiled for choice. From lagers to…