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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
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Events
Barbie’s perfect day in Austin
Come on Barbie, let’s go party at one of these Austin locales celebrating the release of the hotly anticipated “Barbie” movie.
July 17, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
Drink Up: 7 places to get frozen drinks in Austin
Don’t let the heat get you down — just grab a frozen drink at one of these local bars and restaurants.
July 14, 2023
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London Gibson
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See 120+ shows in downtown Austin for free this weekend
Hot Summer Nights, the Red River Cultural District’s annual free concert series, is back this weekend.
July 14, 2023
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London Gibson
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How to celebrate the 30th anniversary of “Dazed and Confused”
The Austin Film Society will put on some pretty “alright, alright, alright” events to celebrate the Austin-made classic film.
July 11, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
The delicious history of breakfast tacos
You know them, you love them, but where were our beloved breakfast tacos invented? The answer may confuse you.
July 5, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
Everything you need to know about ATXtoday’s Drink Up Month
Drink Up Month is all about celebrating the beverage industry in Austin. From cocktails to coffee to beer, there’s a drink in the Capital City for everyone.
June 30, 2023
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London Gibson
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Get an inside look at Hollywood through iconic movie art
“Drawing the Motion Picture: Production Art and Storyboards” is on view at the Harry Ransom Center, now through Sunday, July 16.
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Culture
The Moody Center debuts “Tempo” art walking tour
The music venue is practically an art gallery, so the Moody Center wants to treat it like one.
June 27, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Austinites open lemonade stands to support local nonprofit Foster Village
Foster Village’s annual summer fundraiser “Growing the Village is Sweet” is underway. Here’s how to participate.
June 26, 2023
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London Gibson
The Paramount Theater sign, as seen from the street below.
Culture
The mysterious vanishing of the Paramount Theatre’s 1930s-era sign
The Paramount Theatre sign we know and love is a recreation of a 1930s era sign that mysteriously disappeared in the 1960s.
June 26, 2023
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London Gibson
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What you didn’t know about Austin’s bat colony
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A group of people gather outdoors in a wooded area, sitting and chatting in front of a large, colorful, hand-painted banner that reads "Happy Birthday Eeyore." The banner is filled with vibrant, abstract art and patterns. Some people have body paint, and a decorated bicycle is leaned against a tree. The setting is festive and communal, with a creative, artsy vibe.
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The history behind Eeyore’s Birthday Party in Austin, TX
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April 22, 2025
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The cast of "Love & Death," including Krysten Ritter, Elizabeth Olsen, Lily Rabe, and Jesse Plemons, stand in choir robes and hold hymnals while singing.
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Movies and TV shows that were filmed in Austin
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To the left, a group of children stand on the Paramount's stage, in matching blue shirts and mid-dance. To the right, crowds of spectators watch them inside the historic theater.
Events
Summer’s calling: Here are 16 great summer camps in the Austin area
Arts, athletics, outdoors + more — we’ve rounded up epic summer camps for kiddos to participate in during sunshine season.
March 21, 2025
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Calling all pet owners: Austin’s dog-friendly guide
Explore these dog-friendly places in Austin, from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, and stay the night.
February 25, 2025
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The history of Austin’s 60-year-old Trail of Lights
The beloved local tradition has taken multiple different forms over the years, and was once called “Yule Fest.”
December 3, 2024
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London Gibson
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20+ ways to make new friends in Austin
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