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A bottle of Desert Door sotol on the rocky ground next to a golden easter egg and a spiky plant.
Events
Try This: Adult Easter egg hunts in Austin
Who says the kids should have all the fun? Here are four Easter egg hunts where everybunny 21 and up can relive the nostalgia.
March 31, 2026 01:25 PM
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Laura Figi
A large crowd of people, some dressed in Oktoberfest costunes, stand in a crowd holding steins. Above them, many different flags hang from the ceiling.
Events
Prost, Austin: Oktoberfest brews + events
Looking for a German beer or an opportunity to wear your Oktoberfest attire? You’ve come to the right place.
September 17, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
Two orange cocktails, one with the Texas Longhorn logo attached to it, sit on a white table in front of buckets of beer. In the background, large green plants reach to the ceiling of an outdoor patio.
Sports
Where to eat + drink on Texas Longhorn game days
Get your horns (and pinkies) up — here’s where to get the best deals when the Longhorns take the field.
September 11, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A serene lakeside scene with a colorful inflatable watermelon tube and a blue float resting on grassy ground near the water’s edge. A colorful beach bag and water bottles are also in the foreground. The lake is calm, surrounded by lush green trees and distant hills, with a small boathouse visible on the far shore. The sky is overcast, with clouds hanging above the peaceful landscape.
Culture
This, not that: Alternatives for popular Austin attractions
Looking for things to do, but keep running across the same old stuff? Check out these local-approved (not-so) hidden gems.
September 11, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
An outdoor bar and seating area in the evening, filled with people enjoying drinks and conversation. The setting features long wooden picnic tables under string lights and a large ceiling fan. The bar area is partially enclosed with a wooden slatted design and illuminated by round hanging lights. In the background, a building with purple lighting and a sign that reads 'COSMIC' adds to the vibrant atmosphere.
Culture
Party like a local: How to celebrate a birthday in Austin
You can have your cake and eat it too — here’s how we recommend spending a birthday in ATX.
September 9, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A table set with a variety of breakfast dishes, including a vibrant red pancake topped with fresh berries and cream, a small bowl of granola with yogurt and mint leaves, a plate with slices of cantaloupe and assorted fresh fruits, a dish with a salad topped with sliced eggs, and a bowl of yogurt garnished with mixed berries. Two people are seated at the table, one holding a cup of coffee, and the other spooning a parfait from a jar.
Food
Restaurant duo opens this fall at Hyatt Centric
Heydey Social Club and The Traditional, An American Kitchen will open at the end of September.
September 4, 2024
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Laura Figi
A light grey cocktail with a dried citrus slice is the focal point of the photo, with plates of colorful dishes surrounding it. Queso and a margarita are blurry in the background.
Food
17 restaurants, bars, and coffee shops that opened this summer
Summer 2024 brought dozens of new food and beverage offerings to the Capital City — we rounded up a few that caught our eyes.
August 30, 2024
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Laura Figi
An overhead view of a lively pool party. People are gathered in and around a pool, enjoying drinks and conversation. The pool features a shallow area with steps and a deeper section where groups of people are socializing. A large, gold inflatable shaped like an anchor floats in the shallow part of the pool. The guests are dressed in swimwear, and the scene captures the relaxed, fun atmosphere of a summer pool gathering.
Events
Plan your Labor Day weekend in Austin
Whether you want to sip a cocktail by the pool or chow down on a cheeseburger flight, here are six things to do in Austin over the holiday weekend.
August 26, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A tres leches cake, topped with a rich, caramel sauce that drips down the sides. The top of the dessert is sprinkled with sesame seeds, adding a touch of texture and contrast. The dish is presented on a dark, minimalist plate, and the background is a rustic wooden surface, enhancing the warm and indulgent appearance of the dessert.
Food
Get hungry for Austin Restaurant Weeks 2024
Enjoy some delicious deals while helping feed Austinites in need during the event, which runs from Friday, Aug. 30 to Sunday, Sept. 15.
August 21, 2024
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Laura Figi
A light grey cocktail with a dried citrus slice is the focal point of the photo, with plates of colorful dishes surrounding it. Queso and a margarita are blurry in the background.
Food
Round Top restaurant takes over Ellis’ kitchen in Downtown Austin
Y Comida will serve elevated comfort food at the cocktail bar through the end of the year.
August 20, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
An array of six colorful cocktails displayed on a polished bar top, each in a different style of glass. The background features a well-stocked bar adorned with festive Christmas lights. A digital countdown clock is visible above the bar.
Food
Sip in the South Pole at Lala’s new location
Sleigh all year at the Christmas bar’s new spot in south Austin.
August 12, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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A festive Christmas-themed bar with vibrant holiday decorations, including wrapped gift boxes hanging from the ceiling, colorful string lights, garlands, and ornaments. The bar counter features red and white candy cane stripes, surrounded by warm white lights. A neon sign glows in the background, and a nutcracker figure stands to the side.
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