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Culture
Unwrap these 4 gifts given to the city of Austin
These city gifts are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.
December 23, 2025 11:58 PM
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Travel and Outdoors
How to spend a long weekend in Austin
Here’s a play-by-play for the perfect three-day weekend.
May 22, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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How to spend your summer at this exclusive waterfront club
The Club at Horseshoe Bay Resort boasts a variety of world-class amenities in an oasis-like setting located just an hour away from Austin.
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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
A dog in a red banadana sitting in from of a Skyline Park sign.
Parks and Recreation
Skyline Park debuts in Easton Park
The 21-acre green space has two playgrounds, splash pads, public art, and plenty of space for outdoor activities and community gatherings.
May 8, 2024
An aerial view of Lake Travis in Austin with receding water levels.
What’s new in the 2024 Water Conservation and Drought Contingency plans?
The city has set goals to reduce water usage and waste by setting realistic guidelines for five and 10-year conservation efforts.
May 7, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A stone wall inside Zilker Botanical Garden with a rock formation in the shape of the state of Texas.
City
5 places to find peace and quiet in Austin
Austin may be a loud city, but there are many places Austinites can go to clear their minds and escape the noise of the big city.
May 6, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
An overhead shot of International Shores with trees and Lady Bird Lake on the right side, conversation stones arranged in formations and an artfully cut lawn on the left.
Travel and Outdoors
Local artist encourages connection through Conversation Stones along the trail
The project by Austinite Diego Miroě-Rivera features 32 stones and is part of TEMPO, the Trail Conservancy’s temporary public art program.
May 1, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Choose our adventure: ATXtoday edition
Choose our adventure and help London plan how she spends her last day as an ATXtoday City Editor. You chose, now read your recommendations below.
April 29, 2024
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London Gibson
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Development
Inside the Austin airport’s West Infill project
The project will expand the airport by 75,000 sqft, add plenty of new TSA lanes at Checkpoint 3, and allow for growing demand at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
April 22, 2024
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Laura Figi
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The Back 2 The Video Store pop-up is now open in Downtown Austin
Bask in 1990s nostalgia at this hyper-themed speakeasy, where the video store comes back in a new way with cocktails, community, and pop-culture.
July 24, 2025
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Laura Figi
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City
Downtown Austin Alliance debuts new XOXO app and photo competition
Downtown’s nonprofit city preservation organization created an app to make exploring the Capital City easier.
July 22, 2025
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Laura Figi
Two hands clink colorful cocktails against a bright turquoise background. One drink is pale with a chili-lime rim and a purple orchid garnish; the other is pink with crushed ice, topped with shredded coconut and skewered blueberries.
Food
Celebrate National Tequila Day with one of these local specials
Agave up your worries this Thursday, July 24 because these local bars + restaurants are celebrating National Tequila Day with fun drink specials.
July 22, 2025
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Laura Figi
A shot of Austin FC fans at Q2 Stadium.
Sports
How to celebrate the 2025 MLS All-Star Game all week long
The “biggest party in Austin” has a week-long itinerary to celebrate Q2 Stadium’s first time hosting the pros for the 2025 MLS All-Star Game.
July 17, 2025
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Laura Figi
A white teacup filled with tea sits on a matching saucer on a pink and white marble table. Next to it is a small glass vase holding a single pale green and peach flower; patterned fabric chairs are in the background.
Food
Tea time in Austin: 8 sweet spots for sips and snacks
Care for a spot of tea? Here are 8 places in Austin offering afternoon tea.
July 17, 2025
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Happy hour deals in Austin
Go bargain-hunting with our Austin happy hour guide, which highlights drink specials and food discounts throughout the city.
July 16, 2025
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Two drinks on a wooden ledge in a bright restaurant: one is a frozen yellow cocktail garnished with a dried lime wheel and a paper straw, and the other is a dark iced beverage with a creamy foam top, served in a stemmed glass. In the background, wooden tables are set with napkins and silverware, and large windows reveal greenery outside.
Food
Suerte’s expanded happy hour will have you feeling lucky
The MICHELIN-recommended Mexican restaurant now serves its happy hour every day, giving you an excuse to unwind with a $10 signature cocktail and wagyu tacos.
July 15, 2025
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Laura Figi
Two hands hold up matching Alamo-branded beer cans against a lively nighttime street scene in downtown Austin. A crowd of people fills the background, with colorful neon signs from venues like the Paramount Theatre and State Theatre glowing brightly under string lights.
Food
“King of The Hill”'s signature Alamo Beer will launch in stores this month
The preferred brew of Arlen’s back alley hangouts will be available in H-E-B in late July, just before the series reboot drops on Hulu.
July 15, 2025
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Laura Figi
The front of T-Loc's Sonoran Style Hot Dogs food truck.
Food
These eight food trucks are the best in Austin, according to Yelp
Austin is home to some of the best food trucks, including the No.1 truck in the continental US, plus seven other trucks that put the city on the map.
July 14, 2025
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Laura Figi
Kids standing in front of a table at the Thinkery.
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Where to have fun with kids in Austin
We found the best kid-friendly activities in Austin, complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
July 10, 2025
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