This year the Austin City Limits festival is trying something new. Instead of it being one music-filled weekend it will be two. And the first weekend is right around the corner. So to help everyone get geared up, we’ve put together a list of what to take care of before the music begins. Prepare Yourself … Read more
Signs of the Congress Avenue Bridge bats are all over the city. Their presence has stretched far beyond their perch below the bridge to statues, t-shirts and even an entire festival. Since so many people come to visit the bats every year Roadway Productions decided to make an entire day dedicated to Austin’s most famous … Read more
Yeah, there’s a track that gets torn up by wild, crazy fast cars at the Circuit of the Americas. But this month it’s the Austin360 Amphitheater that’s going to get rocked by the Mayhem Festival. The Details When: Friday, August 2, 2013 Doors open at 12:45pm, show starts at 1pm Where: 9201 Circuit of the … Read more
Despite droughts and burn bans, there are still a bevy of spectacular firework displays celebrating American independence in the Austin area. Whether you’re in the ‘burbs or hanging out on a downtown balcony, this year fireworks will abound all around. Wimberley July Jubilee Get a double dose of patriotic pyrotechnics by attending the Wimberley July … Read more
In Austin the best way to deal with sweltering temps is with some seriously cool music events. If you’re new to Austin it’s a great way to see why Austinites love their outdoor spaces, even during the summer. Even better, most events around town are free for everyone. Here are three of the best music … Read more
The growth of Austin Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA) is a sure sign of the city’s overall upswing. In 2012 the airport saw a record-breaking 9.43 million passengers pass through, which equated to a 4% increase over the previous year. However, population growth isn’t the only factor influencing the increase in ABIA activity. New Attractions and … Read more
The Kerrville Folk Festival ushers the Austin area into summertime each year with a smorgasbord of musical entertainment from artist across the country. But this festival offers so much more than a stage for musicians. The 18-day fest gives Austinites ample time to get on down to the Kerrville area for workshops, great bar-be-cue and … Read more
In the United States Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a celebration of the Mexican heritage and culture throughout the country, despite its original purpose of commemorating the day the Mexican Army defeated the French at the Battle of Puebla. Texas is high on the list for places that go all out when Cinco de … Read more
You may not know how the tradition started, but you’ll definitely be wearing green and finding somewhere to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Austin this year. Royal Executive Transportation will be out and about during the day shuttling clients to shenanigans all over the city. St. Patrick’s Day Austin Fest This all day fest put … Read more
Getting around a growing city like Austin isn’t always easy. During South by Southwest when thousands of extra people come to town it can be downright impossible, especially if you don’t know your way around. If you’ll be here this year for the big event you’ll want to take a look at this transport cheat … Read more