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📱 The best downtown events + free parking, all in one app
The XOXO Downtown Austin app puts a curated events calendar and access to free parking straight in your pocket.
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Date night awaits: Book your reservations for Valentine’s Day
Don’t be heartbroken at the last minute — make your Valentine’s Day plans now.
January 16, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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🎾 This event is a grand slam for Austin
The 2025 ATX Open returns next month, bringing world-class talent to Austin.
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Events
How to navigate our community events page
Never again wonder how to browse for cool events in our city or how to upload your own.
January 14, 2025
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Planning your Valentine’s Day date night just got easier
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Travel and Outdoors
Your guide to Round Top Antiques Shows in 2025
Here’s where to shop for hidden gems, eat fabulous food, and rest your head at these one-of-a-kind festivals in the Texas countryside.
January 10, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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Wellness
Sober-friendly activities in Austin
We’ve found 15+ things to do in ATX that aren’t eating or drinking alcohol.
January 10, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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Experience the Tony® award-winning musical “Jersey Boys”
Mark your calendars, this legendary production takes the stage at ZACH Theatre’s Topfer stage beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 29.
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ATXtoday’s collaborative Austin playlist
Looking to localize your music library? Start with this playlist or add a song or two from your favorite Austin-based artist.
January 9, 2025
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Laura Figi
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An Austinite’s guide to New Year’s resolutions
Find the resources you need to stick to your New Year’s resolutions in 2025.
January 6, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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“Somewhere on Google Maps” in Austin
The “somewhere on Google Maps” trend is running rampant on social platforms — let’s try it out in the Capital City.
December 18, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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