Retail

Outdoor vintage market stall featuring a mannequin adorned with a straw hat decorated with colorful feathers, a turquoise necklace, and a vibrant patterned shawl. A woman in a white hat and red dress browses the display of eclectic items, including lanterns, brass decor, and textiles. The scene is set under a white tent with a backdrop of trees against a clear blue sky.

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 04:30 PM

Morgan O’Neal

Seven mannequins dressed up behind a table with flat laid accessories.

Culture

How to give a sustainable gift this holiday season

We’re dreaming of a green Christmas.

December 9, 2024

Laura Figi

Business

Inside the new H-E-B on South Congress Avenue

The Texas grocer’s oldest location in Austin is now a shiny, new gem in the Violet Crown.

December 4, 2024

Morgan O’Neal

A painted version of the graffitied train bridge above Lady Bird Lake.

Arts

A dozen Austin references you didn’t notice in Trader Joe’s

It’s a mini city-wide scavenger hunt in the supermarket, and all the references are different throughout each Trader Joe’s location.

November 21, 2024

Laura Figi

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "ATXtoday's 2024 Gift Guide."

Culture

ATXtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list

Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.

November 8, 2024

Sarah Leonhardt

Three coffee drinks sitting on top of a white picnic table.

Live

39 wonderful coffee shops to try out in Austin

If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.

October 10, 2024

STAFF

Business

Stamp passports, win prizes: 10 longtime businesses to visit in October

During Legacy Business Month, locals are invited to celebrate Austin’s community fixtures through a competitive challenge.

October 1, 2024

Morgan O’Neal

The inside of a two-story mall facing a set of escalators. One to two stores appear to have lights on, while several others are empty or dark inside. Two people are seen walking on the upper level of the mall.

Culture

Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped

Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at malls of Austin’s past — plus hope for the future.

August 23, 2024

Brianna Williams

A clothing rack displaying a variety of summer dresses organized by color. On the left, the dresses are predominantly white, transitioning to shades of pink, orange, and red in the center, and moving into greens and blues on the right. The dresses feature different styles, including lace, solid colors, and a striped multicolored design. The wooden hangers and the assortment of colors create a vibrant display.

Business

Calling all fashionistas: Le Garage Sale returns to Austin soon

The semi-annual shopping experience — fueled by 140+ boutiques + brands — has dressed Austinites since 2001.

August 14, 2024

Morgan O’Neal

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.

Arts

Shop The Paramount Theatre’s archives at estate + vintage poster sale

Take home vintage and collectible items used in shows and events at the iconic Downtown theater.

August 8, 2024

Morgan O’Neal

Two rotating photos depicting local Austin business and two people looking at their phones.

More from ATXtoday

An elegant spread of vibrant dishes from Ema restaurant, featuring a variety of colorful plates, including salads, roasted vegetables, and entrees artfully arranged on patterned and decorative tableware. The meal includes fresh bread, appetizers, and cocktails, all displayed on a light wood table.

Food

12 restaurant openings to look forward to in 2025

Austin’s food + beverage scene is growing — here are a few new restaurants coming to the Capital City this year.

January 14, 2025

Morgan O’Neal

Thousands of people gathered at Zilker Park, flying kites, in front of the Austin Skyline.

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

Sarah Leonhardt

The pink granite dome of Enchanted Rock with rainy clouds overhead and a lake surrounding the rock.

Travel and Outdoors

Land acquisition will double the size of Enchanted Rock

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department purchased a parcel of land adjacent to the park famous for its massive pink granite dome.

January 13, 2025

Laura Figi

A rendering of a modern community hub featuring a light rail station adjacent to an H-E-B grocery store. The scene includes a paved plaza with people of various ages and backgrounds engaging in activities such as walking, cycling, and sitting at outdoor tables. A sleek light rail train is visible in the background, along with parked cars and lush greenery that frames the area. The architecture of the H-E-B store combines contemporary design with natural materials, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Trees provide shade, contributing to the vibrant, pedestrian-friendly environment.

City

Peek inside the future of light rail in Austin

Austin’s first light rail project is slated to open in 2033, featuring a bridge over Lady Bird Lake and planned connections to the airport.

January 13, 2025

Laura Figi

Three women playing an interactive arcade-style game in a dimly lit room with vibrant neon colors. One woman in the foreground, wearing a red tank top, engages with a console featuring illuminated buttons. A large pixelated LED wall displays colorful patterns, while a timer with '53 seconds' and heart icons are visible on a scoreboard in the background, adding to the dynamic, futuristic atmosphere.

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

Morgan O’Neal

Culture

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

Laura Figi

A small outdoor micro gallery painted light blue with a clear acrylic roof. Inside, miniature colorful artworks are displayed, including illustrations and paintings, with one piece propped on a tiny easel. The setting features greenery and a residential background.

Culture

How to find a Free Little Art Gallery near you

At these 10 miniature art galleries in the Austin area, you can take a piece of art or leave one for your neighbors to love.

January 9, 2025

Laura Figi

A view of the downtown Austin skyline taken from inside a moving vehicle. The photo shows modern skyscrapers, some under construction with visible cranes, against a backdrop of a cloudy sky. The foreground includes a highway with light traffic, a grassy median, and trees lining the road, capturing a dynamic cityscape.

City

By the numbers: How bad is traffic in Austin?

Austin ranked No. 22 on a new list of the most congested cities in the US.

January 8, 2025

Morgan O’Neal

An eclectic assortment of items spread out on a white surface, including a copy of 'The Poet's Companion' book, a Prismacolor colored pencil set, rolls of masking and blue painter's tape, a red JBL speaker, an orange glass, a floral-patterned teacup and saucer, a set of small canned goods, a lime squeezer, kitchen tongs, paintbrushes in a pink jar, a small spatula, and a box of Trolls playing cards.

City

Where to donate used items in Austin

Give gently used items a new home and donate to worthy causes in the Capital City.

January 8, 2025

STAFF

Aerial rendering of a modern mixed-use development featuring residential buildings, green spaces, and retail areas. The scene includes tree-lined streets, outdoor seating areas, and parking lots, with a clear blue sky in the background.

Real Estate

6 developments we’re watching in 2025

Austin’s going to look a little different by this time next year — check out a few projects that will contribute to the Capital City’s changing scenery.

January 7, 2025

Laura Figi