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Culture
56 facts about Matthew McConaughey for his 56th birthday
Celebrate the local legend by learning dozens of facts about his life.
November 03, 2025 02:00 PM
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Art From the Streets brings gallery to the Central Library
Peruse two-dimensional pieces created by 40 unhoused or at-risk artists for free until Sunday, Sept. 29.
July 26, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Festivals
140+ local artists perform for free during Hot Summer Nights
They don’t call Austin the “Live Music Capital of the World” for nothin’.
July 17, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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Snag tickets to see “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” at ZACH Theatre
Don’t miss a performance that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Culture
Chief Cleopatra will take the stage at ACL Music Festival for the first time this year
Meet the ACL first-timer and five-time SXSW alumna, a Texas native who has been performing R&B and genre-bending music for years.
June 28, 2024
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Laura Figi
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🦖 Travel back in time at this local museum
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Arts
Step into a magical fairyland at Zilker Botanical Garden
Austinites can live out their enchanted fantasies at Woodland Faerie Trail this summer.
June 21, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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Theatre
5 plays to see this summer at Austin theaters
Sit back and enjoy the show.
June 19, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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Wellness
21 places to find the best barbershops, hair, and nail salons in Austin
Whether you’re looking for a new cut, color, beard trim, or nail set to rock, we’ve found places all over town to help you feel like your best self.
June 18, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Sponsored
Snag tickets to see “The Lehman Trilogy” at ZACH Theatre
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Arts
How Vinca USA is keeping Austin’s jewelry weird
We spoke with local jewelry designer and boutique owner Amanda Dimova of Vinca, who has been selling her accessories “for weirdos” for almost 20 years.
May 24, 2024
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Laura Figi
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It’s a date: 35+ date ideas in Austin
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Capital City.
June 24, 2025
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13 Austin speakeasies to visit
You’ll need to be pretty savvy to get into these Austin speakeasies, which range from rooftops and garages to basements and caves.
June 23, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Play
Your ultimate guide to Austin breweries
Sip your way through the Capital City at these 23 local breweries.
June 20, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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Business
Loveweld’s new flagship location to open on North Lamar Boulevard
The permanent jewelry bar offers 14k gold and sterling silver chains that can be customized with charms and welded onto the wearer.
June 19, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Food
Your ultimate guide to Austin barbecue
There’s nothing more Texan than a good ol’ barbecue joint — so let’s explore some of Austin’s best.
June 19, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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City
What does the City of Austin’s flag mean?
Austin’s crest and flag have been around since 1915 and still hold modern significance to this day.
June 17, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Food
A history of James Beard winners and semifinalists in Austin
There are dozens of Austin James Beard Award winners and semifinalists from years’ past — let’s get to know them a little bit ahead of the 2024 awards.
June 17, 2025
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Laura Figi
A cozy, eclectic lounge area with a mid-century modern vibe. In the foreground, a wooden apothecary-style cabinet holds an open coffee table book flanked by two wooden lamps with white shades, surrounded by leafy green plants. Small bowls filled with chocolate and matchbooks sit on either side. In the background, a tan leather couch is centered below a geometric textile hanging on the wall, with a round, glowing paper lantern suspended above. Large windows line the right side, letting in natural light.
Business
Exclusive: Peek inside Austin’s first Switchyards work club
The “neighborhood work club” begins offering memberships on Wednesday, June 18 — and they’ve been known to sell out in minutes.
June 16, 2025
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Laura Figi
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City
Peek inside the upcoming redesign for the Twin Oaks Shopping Center
The former site of the temporary H-E-B at South Congress Avenue will be redeveloped to include retail, office, and residential space.
June 12, 2025
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Laura Figi
A person leans over a pool table aiming a cue stick at a white ball, preparing to take a shot. The table has "SPARE BIRDIE" branding printed on the green felt. The venue features multiple pool tables, bar seating, and a high ceiling with exposed ductwork and purple ambient lighting. People are seated and mingling in the background, contributing to a lively and social atmosphere.
Events
Last-minute ideas to celebrate Father’s Day
We’ve got dad-itude. Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15, and we’re here to help you show love to the parents in town.
June 10, 2025
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Laura Figi