Category Archives: things to do

You Scream. I Scream – Where Are the Top Ten Spots for Ice Cream in Austin?

Luckily for all of us at our apartment community in Austin, Texas, our city does not lack the options for enjoying ice cream in the summer months – or year-round!  With the temperatures warming up, we thought this would be a perfect time to post some of the best ice cream spots in Austin. As…

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The City of Austin is Closing All Parks and Trails Easter Weekend

The mandate will last from Thursday at 8 p.m. until Monday at 8 a.m. Wanting to get some fresh air this weekend? Plan on staying in your own backyard. Starting on Thursday at 8 p.m., all City of Austin parks and trails will be closed due to the annual spike in visitors they get during Easter.…

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11th Annual Sherwood Forest Faire

Saturdays and Sundays | February 29th to April 19th  Friday March 20th for Spring Break 10am to Dusk | Rain or Shine Visit: www.sherwoodforestfaire.com Over 150 Shows Every Day Sherwood Forest Faire is a locally owned medieval-style village nestled in the Lost Pines section of Central Texas. We have over 100 permanent buildings on 25 acres,…

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What to Do in Austin | January 16th – 23rd

From marching in honor of MLK Jr. to Pink Floyd laser shows, here's the scoop on what's happening this week. BY ROSIE NINESLING FEATURED Martin Luther King Jr. March and Festival Jan. 20 Commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with this longstanding Austin tradition. After kicking off with a short speaker…

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25 Ways to Celebrate the Holidays in Austin 2019

From ice skating to holiday markets to mariachi performances, December in Austin is the most wonderful (and busiest) time of the year. BY CAROLINE JANES, CANDACE BAKER, SASKIA HENN & NATALIE VENEGAS ‘Tis the season for event after event after event. When it comes to the holidays, Austin’s jam-packed with festivals, fairs, and parties to…

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What to Do in Austin | December 6th – 12th

THINGS TO DO From psychedelic-focused stand-up, to Austin's classic holiday past time, here's what's going down this week in the capital city. FEATURED Zilker Trail of Lights Dec. 10-23 A holiday pastime since the ’60s, the Trail of Lights is a stunning medley of light displays, offerings from local food vendors (hot chocolate is a…

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What to Do in Austin: Nov. 8-14

What to Do in Austin: Nov. 8-14 From glowing art pieces to UFO-themed comedy shows, we've rounded up some of the best events happening in Austin this week. Published: November 7, 2019 FEATURED Creek Show Nov. 7-17 Waller Creek becomes illuminated during this annual nighttime exhibit along the waterway between 9th and 12th streets. In…

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10 Easy DIY Halloween Decorations Your Kids Can Make for Your Apartment

10 Easy DIY Halloween Decorations Your Kids Can Make for Your Apartment You can use many items already in your home to make DIY Halloween decorations Milk jugs, paint cans and egg cartons can make for some spooky decor Add the DIY Halloween decorations to your front door, above your mantel or in your balcony…

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