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Get outside in ATX for The Great Backyard Bird Count
The annual Great Backyard Bird Count attracts more than one million people nationwide to help record the bird population.
February 04, 2026 03:13 PM
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Laura Figi
People sitting at picnic tables on the dock outside Mozart's Coffee Roasters, with Lake Austin in the background.
Culture
How to spend a perfect day in Austin
We asked our readers where they would take a friend from out of town — here’s the itinerary they gave us for a perfect day in the Capital City.
July 20, 2023
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London Gibson
A swimming hole in the Blanco River peeks through trees
Travel and Outdoors
Splashing around at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park is one of the state’s oldest and smallest parks — but there’s still plenty to do at this Hill Country gem.
July 18, 2023
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London Gibson
Goats behind a sign reading "Goats Working."
City
Goats at work: Trail Conservancy releases herd to clear invasive plants
The Trail Conservancy partnered with Rent-a-Ruminant to clear the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike trail of unwanted brush in an eco-friendly way.
July 13, 2023
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Laura Figi
The Sorin Oak at St. Edwards University
Travel and Outdoors
Nominations are now open for Austin’s Tree of the Year Awards
The annual event celebrates Austin’s most beautiful and storied trees.
July 2, 2023
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London Gibson
The Red Line pulling into the Downtown station.
City
11 reasons to ride CapMetro’s Red Line, Austin’s first railway
The city’s current rail system is small, but mighty enough to take Austinites throughout North Austin and Downtown.
June 15, 2023
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Laura Figi
A view of the Henry Green Madison Cabin, which sits behind a large tree.
City
The Henry Green Madison Cabin’s restoration project is underway
The Henry Green Madison Cabin will undergo a renovation project to the tune of at least $85,000 to preserve the site for future generations.
June 15, 2023
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Laura Figi
Facing down toward pink granite at Inks Lake State Park, the scene shows a large rock with colorful lichen on it, underneath a blue sky.
Travel and Outdoors
Traversing rainbow rocks at Inks Lake State Park
The most recent edition of our state parks series takes us northwest of Austin, to Inks Lake.
May 31, 2023
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London Gibson
Inside a cave, with stalagtites and stalagmites framing the image.
Travel and Outdoors
19 Central Texas attractions that won a Texas Travel Award
Why travel out of state when there’s plenty to do right in Texas? We’re breaking down the Texas Travel Awards that were given in the Austin area.
May 17, 2023
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London Gibson
Picnickers sprawl out on the Waterloo Greenway lawn facing a screen for Friday Flicks.
Events
4 events at Waterloo Greenway this summer
Get in y’all, we’re spending all summer long at Waterloo Park.
May 12, 2023
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Laura Figi
A view in front of Auditorium Shores at dusk with people in folding chairs.
City
Inside the Trail Conservancy’s Arts & Culture Plan
More art exhibits, artist residencies, and public spaces are en route to Austin’s green spaces.
May 12, 2023
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Laura Figi
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ICON and The Canyon Club debut collection of 3D-printed homes
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December 8, 2025
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Meet the Austinites on the 2026 Forbes 30 Under 30 list
From venture capital to aerospace technology to puppy sweatshirts, these Austinites make up some of the most successful people in their fields.
December 4, 2025
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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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Your ultimate guide to holiday pop-up bars in Austin
From festive rooftops to movie-inspired spaces, we’re breaking down the best holiday pop-up bars spreading cheer in the 512.
December 4, 2025
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Shop around Austin with the 2025 ATX Small Business Passport
Do your holiday shopping while you get to know a few of Austin’s small businesses, all while earning discounts and potential prizes.
December 4, 2025
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Laura Figi
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ATXtoday 2025 Recap: The top stories of 2025
It’s not just your year in music — we’ve also rounded up your year in local news from ATXtoday for our faithful readers.
December 3, 2025
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Laura Figi
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An Italian bakery co-owned by Tom Segura is now open in Austin
Ciccio Bomba’s pastries, sandwiches, brunch foods, and signature treats are now available for purcahse at Fareground in Downtown Austin.
December 2, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Shop local at these holiday markets in Austin
‘Tis the season to start shopping for the holidays and anything you can buy, you can buy local at one of these holiday markets.
December 2, 2025
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Laura Figi
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HOPE Outdoor Gallery reopens in east Austin
The new, free gallery is back open near the airport for street artists of all ages and skill levels to enjoy.
December 1, 2025
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Laura Figi