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.
Donation-based Austin music festival Free Week adds third day for 2027
Even though Free Week is still not close to a full week — despite being a wonderful festival — it's getting closer. The 2027 event, from January 7-9, adds an extra day this year for even more...
Intero chefs launch new Austin steakhouse in abandoned restaurant space
Two highly regarded Austin Italian restaurants have a sister concept on the way. Emery, a new concept by chefs Ian Thurwachter and Krystal Craig of Intero and Poeta, is a new steakhouse opening Thursd...
Largest airport lounge in the U.S. opens at major Texas airport
After nearly three years of construction, the new Terminal B North Concourse serving United Airlines is open at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Part of a $2.6 billion renova...
4 Austin eateries make USA Today's best Texas-style BBQ list for 2026
The top Texas-style barbecue isn't all in the state, a new 10Best Awards ranking from USA Today finds. However, the Austin area does seem to the take the lead with four entries, and Abilene comes...
Austin rests easy on U.S. News' 2027 list of best big cities to retire in
Austin and Round Rock are earning new acclaim on U.S. News and World Report's just-released list of the best U.S. cities for retirees in 2027. The 2027 Best Places to Retire list evaluated over 8...
Hill Country ranch awash in water features and bison lists for $14.25M
A Hill Country ranch overflowing with sources of water just listed for $14.25 million. Water — an increasingly scarce resource in Texas — is plentiful at Buffalo Ridge Ranch, a 352-acre property a...
New owner of Austin's Arboretum reveals plan to add retail, dining space
Real estate investment firm Asana Partners is adding retail and dining space to The Arboretum, a well-known shopping center in Northwest Austin. A press release says updates to the property will "...
SXSW announces more than 325 community-voted sessions for 2027
South by Southwest (SXSW) has announced the results of its PanelPicker process, resulting in more than 325 sessions coming to the 2027 innovation, music, and film & TV conferences. SXSW 2027 w...
Texans can find the 5th scariest U.S. Halloween attraction in their state
Since spooky season is at its peak, it's time for Austin daredevils who have already visited their own lauded House of Torment to make some tough choices about where to head next. Those in the kn...