Welcome to Austin, Texas - a city with something for everyone. Whether you're a music lover, foodie, outdoor enthusiast, or history buff, Austin offers a wide range of activities and attractions to suit your interests. As the "Live Music Capital of the World," Austin's vibrant live music scene draws visitors from all over the globe. The culinary scene is just as impressive, with famous food trucks and award-winning restaurants showcasing the city's diverse cuisine. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks and trails, including the Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail and Barton Springs Pool. History buffs can visit landmarks like the Texas State Capitol, the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library, and the Bullock Texas State History Museum. Whether you're a local or visitor, Austin has plenty to offer. Come and discover all the exciting things to do and see in this vibrant city.
Texas Book Festival announces full author lineup for 2026 in Austin
The annual Texas Book Festival, a huge celebration of books and authors in Austin, has announced its full list of authors who will make an appearance for 2026. The festival will take place at multiple...
New Austin sushi spot hides impressive menu & chefs behind cocktail bar
A new sushi concept is settling into the space behind the hybrid art gallery and cocktail bar Papercut — just as the Japanese-Mexican concept Konbini did before it. The new walk-in-only concept, Was...
Texas is among the top 10 states where AI could disrupt the most jobs
A new nationwide report examining where AI could "reshape" the most jobs has ranked Texas No. 9 among the most at-risk states for AI job disruption.The new SmartAsset report compared all 50 ...
Lucchese does college tour with exclusive style for UT Longhorns ladies
Texas bootmaker Lucchese is embarking on a "sorority tour," and it's bringing women's boots in exclusive colors that subtly show team pride — or at least really match outfits in ...
10 of the top exhibits to see for free on Austin Museum Day
Austin’s museums, galleries, historic homes, and cultural spaces will open their doors Sunday, September 20, for the 29th annual Austin Museum Day, offering free admission and special programming ac...
8 Austin billionaires land on Forbes' 2026 list of richest Americans
The richest billionaires in America have a collective worth of $8 trillion in 2026, a staggering $1.4 trillion increase since last year, says Forbes. And a Polish-American billionaire residing in Aust...
Austin restaurateur replaces Umarell with more Italian-American concept
The founder of a popular Austin burger joint debuted a new Italian restaurant in Hyde Park today, September 15 — right in the same place as Umarell, where he was formerly a partner. Mo Pittle, found...
Drag star Alaska 5000 to visit Austin on tour going to all 50 states
Drag star Alaska 5000 is hitting the road for a headlining tour that will hit all 50 states in the U.S., including Texas, starting in spring of 2027. Austin gets the only Texas date at 3TEN ACL Live o...
SXSW announces first 2027 speakers, including Timnit Gebru and Mac Barnett
Though it still feels far away, South by Southwest (SXSW) is already laying plans for 2027. Today, September 15, SXSW announced its first round of speakers for its annual conference, the panel and pre...