Any of the many locations will do. Try all the flavors and then order Mexican Vanilla with Strawberries
Items crafted by more than 200 young talents—many of whom live in the Austin area—are on offer, from cheeky T-shirts to offbeat jewelry. Read more.
Drive your pickup on down to Driftwood for some seriously good bbq. BYOB. Sit outside. Enjoy the sweet downhome feel of the Texas Hill Country.
Pack light, bring a towel, some snacks, lay on the lawn and when it gets too hot, just dive right in. The cold water is nearly unbearable for only a short spell. Bring $mall bills for admission.
Swankiest joint in town. Get the amazing buttermilk-battered fried chix but be sure to save room for the (flaming) Highball Jubilee dessert. Also, say hi to the delightful waitress, Sam! Oh and bowl!
Lady Bird Lake Trail is a 10-mile loop in the heart of the city. Mile 0 starts at Auditorium Shores, crosses over Interstate 35 into East Austin and loops back around toward the MoPac Bridge.
Grab a gel or sports drink for your run, or find a new pair of running shoes to train for your next race. Several running groups and fitness boot camps meet here as well.
With 8 miles of trail to run, hike or bike, the Barton Creek Greenbelt is not only scenic, but it also has some amazing views of the Hill Country landscape.
The Long Center is home to Austin’s premier performance art groups, including the Austin Symphony Orchestra, Austin Lyric Opera and Ballet Austin. See touring acts here as well.
The 1915 Vaudeville-era theater presents musicals, plays, comedians and musicians - both touring and homegrown. The Summer Classic Film Series is a great way to stay cool on hot summer nights.
The ZACH Theatre boasts more than 500 performances year-round each season with performances crafted completely in-house — down from the script to the design to the local actors.
Touring theater productions, ballet, film, music and more can be seen at the Bass Concert Hall on the University of Texas campus. The flagship theater seats nearly 3,000.
More than 130 works by Charles Umlauf are displayed in the garden and museum. Located near Zilker Park and the Botanical Gardens, it’s a must see.
