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Ancient fossils found in the Austin area
Austin is home to some ancient history, including gigantic aquatic lizards, prehistoric humans, and dinosaur tracks uncovered by flooding.
November 13, 2025 03:50 PM
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Laura Figi
three margaritas with salt and tahin on the rims, two pink drinks with flowers as garnish and one frozen green drink with a dehydrated lime
Food
Cheers: We’re celebrating Drink Up Week — here’s how to join us
We’ll be toasting to the bountiful beverage industry across Austin, TX from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
May 24, 2024
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Monica Garske
People stand in front of a hugely projected "Woman with a Parasol - Madame Monet and Her Son"
Culture
Step inside the art of Vincent Van Gogh and Claude Monet at this immersive experience
“Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience” and “Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience,” will be on display through summer.
May 21, 2024
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Laura Figi
The exterior of the Paramount Theatre in Austin, Texas; the marquee hangs on the entrance of the historic brick building, along with a vertical dark green sign that says "Paramount". A few cars line the street in front of the venue.
Events
Action: Paramount Theatre’s 50th annual Summer Classic Film Series will feature 120+ films
The historic venue’s beloved tradition began in 1975 — and it’s back in action from Friday, May 24 to Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024.
May 17, 2024
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Monica Garske
A white wall with the words "Dear Austin" and love letters behind a coffee bar and petite tables.
Culture
Dear Austin Coffee Bar opens in former Irie Bean space
An ode to Austin, the new coffee and boba shop will celebrate its grand opening Friday, May 17-Sunday, May 19 with live music, discounted drinks, and special merch all weekend.
May 16, 2024
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Laura Figi
Primo the Alien performing at the Long Center's 3D stage.
Music
Just dropped: The Drop-In’s 2024 free summer concert series lineup
Get amped — the shows go down every Thursday from May 23 to Aug. 15 (except July 4) at Austin’s Long Center.
May 15, 2024
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Monica Garske
An overhead shot of Zilker Park at night during ACL, showing huge crowds and "ACL Fest" spelled out in drones in the sky.
City
ACL Fest drops its highest economic impact report yet
The 2023 festival generated $499.9 million toward the local economy, announcing that $8.1 will go toward the Austin Parks Foundation.
May 14, 2024
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Laura Figi
rendering features a two story mid-century modern building with pathways winding through wooded area
Arts
UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum to reveal expansion plan
Event-goers will take a first look at the art institution’s future.
May 14, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A brick building that serves as South Congress Books' store with a blue sign reading "Fine used books and prints."
Culture
Book it to these 6 used bookstores in Austin
Explore these local used bookstores where you can browse shelves of books and save money while discovering new titles.
May 9, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Lights, camera, action: Austin Film Festival’s Summer Film Camp is back
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A glowing SXSW logo behind three white chairs with microphones sitting on top.
Culture
SXSW announces expansion to London in 2025
SXSW is going across the pond next year, marking its second foray outside the US and third festival overall.
May 8, 2024
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Laura Figi
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