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Thanksgiving recipes from ATXtoday readers
Join us in being thankful for Austin’s foodie community, which has shared some of their favorite Thanksgiving recipes to make your table a little more local.
November 20, 2025 02:36 PM
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Laura Figi
A packed crowd at Stubb’s outdoor music venue in Austin, with fans raising their hands and phones toward the stage. The arched canopy above the stage is illuminated with red and pink visuals, while bright stage lights highlight the performing band. A second-level balcony overlooking the scene is filled with spectators, and surrounding trees are lit with blue and purple lighting.
Culture
33 SXSW events that don’t require a badge
SXSW isn’t just for badgeholders — there are dozens of free events that are open to everyone.
March 4, 2025
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Laura Figi
A glowing SXSW logo behind three white chairs with microphones sitting on top.
Events
Your ultimate guide to SXSW 2025
Get ready for a nine-day, citywide party Austinites, because SXSW is just around the corner and we’re getting excited.
February 26, 2025
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Laura Figi
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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.
February 25, 2025
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The Austin skyline, as seen from between trees lining the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail./
Culture
Stacking up: How Austin ranks from one to 10 in studies
From the best state capital to live, to the best nightlife, to best places to get coffee, Austin is well-represented in these studies.
February 24, 2025
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Laura Figi
Looking up to the sky, the image frames eight of the new, petal-shaped structures that make up the canopy at the Blanton Museum of Art. They're painted white and filled with little holes, giving the impression of a starry sky.
Live
Austin’s most iconic landmarks
Consider these landmarks our Hollywood signs.
January 27, 2025
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Laura Figi
A stylish lounge area in a modern interior space. The room features a curved burnt orange sectional sofa adorned with purple and dark blue accent pillows, placed on a patterned rug. A small round table with a flower arrangement and two wooden stools complete the setup. A vibrant piece of art depicting an abstract burst of light hangs on the textured wall behind the sofa. To the right, a staircase with dark wood steps leads to an upper level, and the space is warmly lit with recessed lighting.
Travel and Outdoors
Inside W Austin’s multi-million dollar renovations
The 2nd Street District hotel boasts redesigned rooms, a new restaurant, a coffee shop, and a reservation-only cocktail bar.
January 24, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A spacious outdoor seating area at Freddo ATX, featuring wooden picnic tables under a canopy of large oak trees adorned with string lights. A white sign with the cafe’s logo is prominently displayed near the entrance, and patio heaters are scattered throughout the space for comfort. A fence encloses the area, with views of nearby buildings and parked cars beyond.
Food
Freddo ATX debuts new renovations and menu
We’re calling it now — the coffee shop in a historic home is about to be one of our favorite hangouts.
January 23, 2025
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Laura Figi
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
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Laura Figi
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Play
Every Austin festival taking place in 2025
Save this page to plan your year’s worth of festivities.
January 2, 2025
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London Gibson
A vibrant mural with the text "Greetings from 78666 San Marcos" featuring illustrations of a yellow rose, a historic city hall, and other local landmarks integrated into the zip code. The mural is painted on a red wall with a small sign on the bottom right indicating sponsorship.
Play
Get in — we’re going to San Marcos, Texas
The Mermaid Capital of Texas, home to Texas State University, and riverside town is a great place to take a day trip — we’ve got all the spots to hit when you visit.
December 11, 2024
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Laura Figi
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A vibrant brunch spread displayed on a wooden table, featuring dishes like blueberry pancakes with bacon and eggs, smoked salmon with toast, granola with fresh fruit, a sweet potato hash, and a frosted slice of cake. Drinks include an espresso martini, matcha latte, black coffee, and a cocktail garnished with a dried citrus slice. A colorful checkered booth lines the back of the table.
Culture
Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Austin
Dining in ATX is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
October 1, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Culture
How to win an ATXtoday x Sea of Beads ACL Festival friendship bracelet
We’re giving away friendship bracelets at both weekends of ACL Festival — here’s how you can secure one for yourself.
September 30, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Culture
ACL Festival helps keep Austin green, according to Austin Parks Foundation CEO Colin Wallis
The annual music festival has partnered with the nonprofit for 20 years to help care for Zilker Park’s Great Lawn, divert recycling, and care for all of ATX’s green spaces.
September 29, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Real Estate
Developers break ground on new live music venue at River Park
The new venue will fit 4,000 people in southeast Austin and is expected to be delivered in early 2027.
September 25, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Flashback Friday: Learn about the hundreds of historical markers in Austin
Let’s take a deeper dive into some of Austin’s historical markers, the significance they hold, and how long they’ve been standing.
September 25, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Events
Your ultimate guide to attending ACL Festival 2025 like a pro
The countdown is on to Austin’s biggest music festival, and we’re here to help you maximize your wristband.
September 22, 2025
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Laura Figi
Overhead view of a concert at Waterloo Amphitheater at night.
Culture
Jam out to hundreds of live music performances this HAAM Day
You have hundreds of sets to choose from this HAAM Day, and your attendance helps make sure Austin-based musicians stay healthy.
September 22, 2025
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Laura Figi
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City
The best tips for parking in Downtown Austin
Parking in the city doesn’t have to be hard or expensive if you heed these tips from your friendly neighborhood editor at ATXtoday.
September 18, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Food
27 places to get the best boba tea around Austin
Whether you call it bubble tea or boba tea, we’ve brewed up the list of quali-tea boba shops you have oolong been waiting for.
September 16, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Food
ACL Festival adds 17 new vendors to the food lineup
The 2025 edition of the festival will also debut a new food court called ACL Eats South so festival-goers can fill up without missing tunes.
September 15, 2025
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Laura Figi