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Travel and Outdoors
Float the day away: Quirky boat rentals in Austin
Here’s your guide to unique experiences on Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake.
July 23, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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Travel and Outdoors
Rainey Street Trailhead opens at the tip of the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail
The new park area has something for all Austinites — young and old — with play areas, seating, a dock, and access to the rest of the trail.
July 12, 2024
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Laura Figi
A large outdoor stage with sets designed for "Newsies" in the 2022 production, with people in lawn chairs and on blankets in the audience in the foreground.
Entertainment
Zilker Theatre Productions celebrates 65 years
Here’s a timeline chronicling decades of the nonprofit organization entertaining Austin at no cost.
July 11, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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Travel and Outdoors
Expect detours on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and Bike Trail during The Confluence construction
With construction for The Confluence continuing along Waller Creek, trail users should expect route disruptions for the next several months.
July 10, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Cities most like Austin, according to AI
We asked ChatGPT which travel destinations in the US are most similar to Bat City. See what the artificial intelligence program said.
July 9, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
How hot will summer 2024 be in Austin?
We want you — our readers — to guess how many days will surpass 100º this summer as the first triple-digit day of the year approaches.
June 26, 2024
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Laura Figi
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City
CapMetro BikeShare launches this summer in Austin
A new fleet of 100% electric-assist bikes will operate under a new name with a fresh look.
June 25, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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Entertainment
13 Austin speakeasies to visit
You’ll need to be pretty savvy to get into these Austin speakeasies, which range from rooftops and garages to basements and caves.
June 23, 2025
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Laura Figi
Two hands holding glasses of orange-colored craft beer, raised for a toast in an outdoor setting. The scene features a cozy beer garden with trees, string lights, picnic tables, and a mix of casual seating in the background. The ambiance is relaxed, with the evening sky transitioning from day to dusk, and people are sitting around, enjoying the space.
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Your ultimate guide to Austin breweries
Sip your way through the Capital City at these 23 local breweries.
June 20, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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Business
Loveweld’s new flagship location to open on North Lamar Boulevard
The permanent jewelry bar offers 14k gold and sterling silver chains that can be customized with charms and welded onto the wearer.
June 19, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Food
Your ultimate guide to Austin barbecue
There’s nothing more Texan than a good ol’ barbecue joint — so let’s explore some of Austin’s best.
June 19, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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City
What does the City of Austin’s flag mean?
Austin’s crest and flag have been around since 1915 and still hold modern significance to this day.
June 17, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Food
A history of James Beard winners and semifinalists in Austin
There are dozens of Austin James Beard Award winners and semifinalists from years’ past — let’s get to know them a little bit ahead of the 2024 awards.
June 17, 2025
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Laura Figi
A cozy, eclectic lounge area with a mid-century modern vibe. In the foreground, a wooden apothecary-style cabinet holds an open coffee table book flanked by two wooden lamps with white shades, surrounded by leafy green plants. Small bowls filled with chocolate and matchbooks sit on either side. In the background, a tan leather couch is centered below a geometric textile hanging on the wall, with a round, glowing paper lantern suspended above. Large windows line the right side, letting in natural light.
Business
Exclusive: Peek inside Austin’s first Switchyards work club
The “neighborhood work club” begins offering memberships on Wednesday, June 18 — and they’ve been known to sell out in minutes.
June 16, 2025
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Laura Figi
Modern urban streetscape featuring contemporary multi-story buildings with large glass windows and vertical wooden slats. The corner building has a ground-floor café with outdoor seating filled with people. Pedestrians, cyclists, and cars move along the tree-lined street, while clear blue skies and birds in flight complete the scene.
City
Peek inside the upcoming redesign for the Twin Oaks Shopping Center
The former site of the temporary H-E-B at South Congress Avenue will be redeveloped to include retail, office, and residential space.
June 12, 2025
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Laura Figi
A person leans over a pool table aiming a cue stick at a white ball, preparing to take a shot. The table has "SPARE BIRDIE" branding printed on the green felt. The venue features multiple pool tables, bar seating, and a high ceiling with exposed ductwork and purple ambient lighting. People are seated and mingling in the background, contributing to a lively and social atmosphere.
Events
Last-minute ideas to celebrate Father’s Day
We’ve got dad-itude. Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15, and we’re here to help you show love to the parents in town.
June 10, 2025
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Laura Figi
An LED Butterfly sculpture suspended from the ceiling in a dark room. Red and blue bean bags are on the floor and people look up at the sculpture.
Culture
Balloon Museum will open an exhibit in Austin this summer
The “Let’s Fly – Art Has No Limits” exhibit will set up shop to showcase work from 19 international artists in Austin all summer.
June 10, 2025
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Laura Figi