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What to Expect From Austin’s Trail of Lights in 2018

Posted on November 19, 2018 by Vi Chetan

Trail of Lights Entrance Austin

It’s that time of the year, Austin! The pies are baking, presents are being wrapped, and Trail of Lights is back in town. Well, almost. Starting Dec. 10, 2018, Zilker Park will be transformed into a twinkling winter wonderland. We’ve got all the details on this year’s Trail of Lights festivities. Read on to get […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Nightlife Tagged With: christmas, trail of lights

El Gran Lechón Nights at Buenos Aires Bring Argentinian Grill Secrets to Austin

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Joleen Jernigan

Milonga Room Owner

Buenos Aires Café, an east side favorite known for exquisite Argentian cuisine, now offers weekly El Gran Lechón Nights. While the cozy cafe offers a popular platter of traditional grilled meats, “De la parilla,” the whole roasted pig feast prepared for El Gran Lechón Nights is a whole entity unto itself. You can taste it […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: eastside

How Print Giant Texas Monthly Thrives in Digital Age

Posted on September 26, 2018 by Joleen Jernigan

Texas Monthly Live Austin

Digital media changed the game for classic print publications quite some time ago. However, Texas Monthly, the revered magazine chronicling all things Texan since 1973, has actively embraced change by adding unique events and upping its online game using podcasts, videos, and a more robust social media presence. Let’s dig into how Texas Monthly is […]

Filed Under: Culture, Discoveries, Entertainment, Events, History, Local Business

10 Stories From Locals That Prove ACL Is the Best Music Festival Ever

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Samantha Saenz

ACL Festival Stories From Locals

Two weekends, 130 bands, eight stages. Austin City Limits Festival is the official end-of-summer party. Accordingly, festival-goers can expect lots of day drinking, dancing, and picturesque sunset moments with 70,000 strangers close friends. Nothing brings people together (or sets the stage) for a good story quite like live music and local booze. To celebrate the […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events Tagged With: acl fest

Film Series at Bullock Museum Challenges Assumptions, Sparks Conversations

Posted on May 29, 2018 by Guest Blogger

Bullock Museum Film Series

Guest article by Janet Lee Film is a window into other lives, whether they’re set in reality or an alternate universe. Movies provide various perspectives that are ultimately a reflection of our society. The Film Series Program at Bullock Museum delves into these perspectives, leading open and thematic discussions within the Austin community. The museum’s […]

Filed Under: Culture, Entertainment, Events, Film, Museums Tagged With: bullock

Annual Austin Ice Cream Festival Provides Sweet Relief for Summertime

Posted on May 28, 2018 by Jackson Prince

Austin Ice Cream Festival

“Here comes the heat. How will I cope?” In Austin, these are daily thoughts during the onset of summertime. In my case, the question is often followed by: “I need a sweet scoop of chocolate chip ice cream.” And/or: “Okay, Google, where’s the nearest snow cone?” And/or: “Just put me in an ice bath already.” […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events Tagged With: dessert, ice cream

Complete Guide to Free Summer Concerts in Austin

Posted on May 14, 2018 by Caitlin Johnson

Free Summer Concerts in Austin

Austin takes its reputation as Live Music Capital of the World very seriously over the summer. Each year, as temperatures begin to rise, our beloved city plays host to free summer concerts at various outdoor spots around town. As always, local radio station KGSR leads the way with no less than three concert series at some of the most […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Music

Unplugged at the Grove Series Celebrates 25 Years of Free Music

Posted on May 8, 2018 by Bill Tucker

Swimming With Bears Unplugged at the Grove

In the midst of Austin’s ever-evolving landscape, there are places and events that should never go away. Spots like The White Horse and shows like Austin City Limits are crucial to the fabric of our fabulous city. If The Broken Spoke turns into a Jamba Juice, then I’m high-tailing it to Asheville, North Carolina… Unplugged […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Music Tagged With: barton springs

Dam That Cancer With 21-mile Paddle Across Lake Austin

Posted on April 6, 2018 by Guest Blogger

Dam That Cancer Fundraiser Mental Health Services

Guest article by Mathis Kennington Stand up paddleboarding is a celebrated Austin pastime. You can’t drive around Lady Bird Lake on a sunny afternoon without watching a dozen or so Austinites slowly making their way across the water. Mark Garza, Executive Director and Founder of The Flatwater Foundation, knows this better than most. Every year, […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Et Cetera, Events, Non-Profits

5 Free Outdoor Movie Events in Austin This Spring and Summer

Posted on April 2, 2018 by Joleen Jernigan

Outdoor Movie Events in Austin 2018

Spring sends Austinites scattering across the city hiking the Greenbelt, walking our dogs, swimming in spring-fed pools, and drinking on patios. Another joy of the season is going to outdoor movie events in Austin. Our city’s movies in the park scene is like an infinity mirror–it keeps going and going. Here are five of the best, […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Events, Film

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