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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 02:56 PM
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Monica Garske
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City
Behind the numbers of the 2024 State of Downtown Report
We’re taking a look at the last year of life, work, and entertainment in Downtown Austin — what has changed?
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
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Sponsored
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The Mayor and more than a dozen other city and hotel employees hold a ribbon to cut in order of the proclaimation.
City
Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel celebrates centennial
Mayor Kirk Watson stopped by to proclaim April 10 “Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel Centennial Celebration Day” — say that three times fast.
April 10, 2024
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Laura Figi
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The ultimate wellness experience awaits Austinites at Mokara Spa
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Work
All you need to know about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
We’re here to make your flying process plane and simple.
March 29, 2024
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Laura Figi
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City
Austin, Travis County prepare safety measures ahead of April’s total solar eclipse
The city and county plan to prepare for an onslaught of tourists much the same way they would for a major festival.
March 14, 2024
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London Gibson
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Play
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.
March 4, 2024
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STAFF
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Plan the ultimate spring break experience (just 30 minutes away)
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Play
39 great brunch restaurants to try in Austin
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in town, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, micheladas, and more.
February 26, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Events
Your ultimate guide to SXSW 2024
Let’s party, Austin.
February 19, 2024
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London Gibson
A spread of sashimi dishes from above on a dark wooden table, surrounded by cocktails, beer, a glass of wine, dishes of soy sauce and plates with chopsticks on top.
Food
California-based Sushi Roku opens in Austin this week
The sixth iteration of the coastal sushi chain, Sushi Roku will serve upscale Japanese food along with rolls that are exclusive to Austin.
February 13, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Play
Every Austin festival taking place in 2024
Save this page to plan your year’s worth of festivities.
January 2, 2024
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London Gibson
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Culture
25 of our favorite interviews from 2023
We spent this year getting to know our city and its residents even better.
December 21, 2023
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London Gibson
Two people and a dog walking along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail, with buildings in the background.
Culture
Holiday help: Where to take visitors this season
Have friends or family in town this year? We’re here to help plan their visit.
December 15, 2023
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London Gibson
More than two million lights make up the 70+ displays and tunnels on the Trail. | Photo via @danyetteheine
Culture
11 holiday light displays in and around Austin to catch this season
Allow us to take you on a sleigh ride trip through the Austin area’s huge collection of holiday lights, shows, and displays.
November 30, 2023
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Laura Figi
A plane flying over Austin-Bergstrom International Airport at dusk.
Travel and Outdoors
Thanksgiving could be the busiest travel weekend of this year — here’s how to make the best of it
With huge numbers of travelers anticipated to hit the roads and the skies this Thanksgiving, we’re sharing how to navigate the crowds.
November 21, 2023
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London Gibson
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City
$40 million updates to Block 21 begin this week
The 2nd Street District building — home to the W Austin and ACL Live — will be under construction until fall 2024, but will remain open throughout the process.
October 23, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
5 questions with Rae Wilson, founder of Austin-based Wine for the People
October is Texas Wine Month, so we sat down with Rae Wilson to learn about the past and future of Texas wine.
October 18, 2023
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London Gibson
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Food
Get your dream omakase dinner in Austin at Sushi|Bar ATX
The rotating menu features a partnership with Terry Black’s Barbecue for a Texas fusion bite of gourmet sushi.
October 11, 2023
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Laura Figi
Little Amal leads a parade of people down a city street as they hold welcome signs.
Events
Follow Little Amal during her journey in Austin
A 12-ft puppet Little Amal is stopping in two Central Texas cities on her 11,000-mile voyage across America,and will appear at Huston-Tillotson University and the Texas State Capitol.
October 5, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Parks and Recreation
The life and times of Flo, Barton Springs’ most famous tree
Before the Austin community bids Flo adieu, let’s talk about why this tree means so much to locals.
October 3, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Sports
ATX Open returns for the second year in a row
The women’s professional tennis tournament will return to the Westwood Country Club for 13 matches in spring 2024.
September 29, 2023
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Laura Figi
A Heritage Fire guest enjoying a meal.
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This event is a smokeshow worth seeing
Produced by a21, Heritage Fire creates an experience that guests can sink their teeth into by highlighting your favorite Austin chefs in the nation’s hottest competition.
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City
Austin and Florence, Italy pen “historic” cooperation agreement
The Protocol of Cooperation Agreement is meant to foster relationships and collaboration between the two cities
September 15, 2023
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Laura Figi
Hamilton Pool on a clear sunny day.
City
Where should every Austinite visit at least once? A reader-suggested guide to ATX
We asked you, our dear readers, to share your Austin experience with us in the form of a Mad Lib. Now, we’re sharing your recommendations with this reader-suggested guide to ATX.
September 13, 2023
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Laura Figi
New signs at the intersection of 10th Street and Red River Street.
City
Red River Cultural District unveils fresh set of signs and banners
Historic entertainment district Red River Cultural District just got a makeover in the form of bespoke signage from East 7th Street to East 12th Street.
September 13, 2023
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Laura Figi
The Pennybacker Bridge with the Austin skyline in the background.
City
Help us create a reader-suggested guide to Austin
Tell us a little bit about your experience living in Austin in the form of a Mad Lib to help us craft a unique guide for residents all over the city.
September 11, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Entertainment
How to spend the day on Burnet Road
Whether you’re looking to eat, drink, shop, see a game, or just explore the city, Burnet Road has everything you need across 7.2 miles.
September 11, 2023
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Laura Figi
A plane flying over Austin-Bergstrom International Airport at dusk.
City
What we learned from the Austin airport’s first ever Environmental Social Governance report
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is working to maintain its social and environmental efforts amid record-breaking growth.
September 8, 2023
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London Gibson
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