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Vote For Your Favorite Food Truck At The Texas Trucklandia Fest, October 13-18

October 14, 2015 by

Through Oct. 18, a notable roster of food trucks will park close to Elan East for the Texas Trucklandia Fest, a food truck festival hitting Austin this week.

Billed as the largest food truck mashup in the area, the roving festival allows you to sample bites from the vendors and vote for your favorite food truck or trailer. Be sure to vote — the winning truck will take home $10,000!

More than 45 trucks are participating, including Little Lucy’s, I Love Churros, The Hot Box Diner, Texas Chili Queens, Beef Cake Shop, Pitalicious, Thai Kitchen and Spartan Pizza. To track the trucks, simply download the free app Byte, which will have the latest information on the mobile vendor’s locations, since they'll be driving around all week.

Wristbands are required for those looking to participate. You can purchase a wristband online that will allow you to sample food for three days or you can purchase a wristband that will allow you to sample food for six days.

Will you be feasting on some of the best food truck fare in town?

Texas Trucklandia Fest
Through Oct. 18
www.trailercrawl.com

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Blue Starlite Mini-Urban Drive-In: A One-of-a-Kind Experience Near Elan East in Austin

April 24, 2015 by

In 2009, Josh Frank of Austin set up a makeshift drive-in movie theater in an alley as an anniversary surprise for his fiancee. What he thought would be a one-night venture evolved into Blue Starlite Mini-Urban Drive-In, situated in a lot about five minutes from Elan East Apartments.

It consists of spaces for 50 cars, a funky, vintage trailer that serves as both the ticket booth and concession stand, and an inflatable screen. Moviegoers describe seeing a movie here as a special experience — it’s even been the site of about a dozen marriage proposals — and it’s been named one of the 10 must-visit nightlife spots in Austin.

Blue Starlite focuses on indie films, drive-in classics, Generation X and Y favorites, and beloved childhood movies. Through May 16 it’s hosting its first annual Fantasy Fest, showing double features of films of the fantasy genre. How To Train Your Dragon and Dragonslayer are showing April 24, and The Goonies and The Explorers are showing April 25.

Blue Starlite Mini-Urban Drive-In
1901 E. 51 St. St.
Austin, TX 87823
(512) 850-6127
www.bluestarlitedrivein.com
www.yelp.com/biz/blue-starlite-mini-urban-drive-in-austin

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MotoGP: Exhilarating Austin Racing near Elan East

April 8, 2015 by

This weekend, Austin's Circuit of the Americas racetrack welcomes another world-class race to the city: the 2015 MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas. The race pits some of the world's best motorcyclists against one another in a thrilling competition to crown the world's fastest bike.

It happens from April 10 through 12, and it features three classes of motorcycle: 1000cc Superbikes, Superstock 1000 bikes, and smaller 600cc bikes. The result might be some of the most exhilarating racing you'll see anywhere.

In addition to the races, the 2015 MotoGP features several other interesting events. There'll be an aerobatic demo in which a top pilot performs breathtaking aerial feats in a specialized airplane, a freestyle motorcycle demo, and a moto trials demo. Capping off the weekend will be a Cheap Trick concert at the Austin360 Amphitheater.

It all happens just a short trip away from Elan East, and if you'd like to buy tickets you can find out more on the Circuit of the Americas website.

2015 MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas
Circuit of the Americas
9201 Circuit of the Americas Boulevard
Austin, TX 78617
circuitoftheamericas.com/motogp

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Stretch near Elan East at Austin’s Eastside Yoga

April 3, 2015 by

Many of the online reviews for Eastside Yoga praise the helpful instructors. They all earn high marks from customers for their patient, friendly approach to teaching yoga. It should come as no surprise that the proprietors of this studio near Elan East take great pains to make sure their pupils are comfortable, given that they founded Eastside Yoga specifically to bring the peace and calm they'd experienced through yoga to the people of Austin.

In their cozy neighborhood studio, Steven and Elsa work with a team of highly trained teachers to do just that. They hold a variety of yoga classes starting with the classic Hatha. This slow-flowing class caters to newbies with its focus on linking breath to movement. Strengthen and Lengthen, on the other hand, adds an element of more challenging weight training to typical yoga.

Check out Eastside Yoga's entire roster of classes for one that fits your needs and fitness level.

Eastside Yoga
1050 E. 11th Street
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 779-8543
www.eastsideyoga-austin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/eastside-yoga-austin

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Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors: A Hip Austin Cafe near Elan East

March 27, 2015 by

Austin's Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors might be one of the best places to grab coffee near Elan East. The space itself is welcoming and cool, with rich woods and retro accents giving it a distinctive character. The coffee itself is highly praised: regulars note that the cold brew iced coffee is refreshing and smooth, and coffee and espresso drinks receive equally high regard.

Regulars note that the atmosphere here makes it the perfect place to relax with a cup of coffee and a book, a laptop, or for good conversation with a friend. Long communal tables offer plenty of space, and there's room at the coffee bar, too.

Figure 8 is a relatively new Austin cafe, and many Yelpers note that they would not be surprised if it became quite popular (and crowded) as more and more people learn about it. If you'd like to check it out for yourself, visit the Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors website to learn more.

Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors
1111 Chicon Street
Austin, TX
https://www.facebook.com/figure8coffeepurveyors
http://www.yelp.com/biz/figure-8-coffee-purveyors-austin-2

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Indulge In Sweet Treats Near Elan East at Austin’s Sugar Circus

March 13, 2015 by

Visit Sugar Circus's website to see this week's cupcake flavors: options like lemon raspberry, chocolate peanut butter, carrot cake, and creamsicle are the latest creations, but the treats change weekly, which means there's almost always something new to try at this Austin bakery near Elan East. Some of the treats are even vegan-friendly: made without animal byproducts, these special cupcakes are well-regarded among regular visitors. Sugar Circus makes a point to offer sweets that are suitable regardless of dietary restrictions, and that focus has made the place a favorite among Austin diners.

In addition to cupcakes, Sugar Circus also serves pies, cheesecake, cinnamon rolls, cookies, and much more. You can pair your pastry with coffee or tea. Need a custom cake? Sugar Circus does that, too — you can learn more by visiting their website.

If you'd like to visit Sugar Circus, this Austin bakery's open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. and on Sundays from noon until 5 p.m.

Sugar Circus Bakery
2613 East 5th Street
Austin, TX 78702
http://www.sugarcircusatx.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/sugar-circus-austin

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Lucy’s Fried Chicken Revival: A South by South Austin Event not far from Elan East

March 6, 2015 by

Elan East and Greystar are hosting a few fun events during SXSW, including the fifth annual installment of Lucy's Fried Chicken Revival. If you're not already a fan of Lucy's Fried Chicken, it's a popular Austin restaurant that offers a menu of Southern-style cuisine: think mac and cheese, catfish sandwiches, fried green tomatoes, and corn bread muffins in addition to fried chicken available in a number of distinctive styles.

During SXSW, Lucy's South Congress location stages a concert outdoors. From March 18 through March 22, musicians will play from noon til 7 p.m., entertaining guests with sounds ranging from rock and bluegrass to zydeco. On the long list of artists, you'll find talented duos like Mandolin Orange, inventive acts like The Iguanas, and solo performers like Kelley Mickwee.

You can see a full list of performers by taking a look at the Fried Chicken Revival flier on Lucy's Fried Chicken's Facebook page!

Lucy's Fried Chicken Revival
March 18-22, 12 – 7 p.m.
2218 College Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
www.facebook.com/LucysFriedChicken

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Museum of the Weird: An Austin Museum near Elan East

February 27, 2015 by

"Weird" might be Austin's watch-word, and the Museum of the Weird makes a strong effort to do its part to keep the city weird. It bills itself as "America's Strangest Attraction," and it showcases a number of curios suited for making visitors experience the strange.

Weird artifacts, weird statues, a weird giant King Kong, weird memorabilia: everything here is meant to contribute to the place's mission. In addition to a guided tour of the space, admission grants visitors the chance to see a sideshow.

Adjacent to the space you'll find the Lucky Lizard Gift Shop, offering a number or weird gifts along with some interesting decorative items that might just add a distinctive touch to your home.

If you'd like to see the Museum of the Weird for yourself, it's a short trek from Elan East on East 6th Street in downtown Austin.

Museum of the Weird
412 East 6th Street
Austin, TX 78701
www.museumoftheweird.com/news/museum
www.yelp.com/biz/museum-of-the-weird-austin

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First Annual Texas Tea Festival: Enjoy Tea near Elan East in Austin

February 6, 2015 by

Tea is much more than a warm morning beverage or a calming night cap. Depending on the variety, it's also an excellent source of antioxidants and other health-boosting components that can ease everything from an upset stomach to racing thoughts. The appearance of the First Annual Texas Tea Festival on Austin's social schedule this year proves that coffee has a strong competitor in tea.

If you prefer the sweet, aromatic drink to java (or even if your loyalties are split), you should attend this event at Saengerrunde Hall on Sunday, February 8. Don't worry if you've never had a sip of tea—you'll have plenty of opportunities to try it here. Tastings of oolong, green, black, flavored, and even chai teas will all be available at the festival. In fact, each attendee gets a ceramic tasting cup to take home with their ticket. Learn more about the beverage at a Tea Talk, enjoy a few tea-time snacks, or chat with specialty tea vendors.

Visit the Texas Tea Festival's Eventbrite page if you'd like to find out more about this upcoming event near Elan East!

First Annual Texas Tea Festival
Saengerrunde Hall
1607 San Jacinto Boulevard
Austin, TX 78701
www.eventbrite.com/e/1st-annual-texas-tea-festival-tickets-14709092291

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The Contemporary Austin near Elan East: See Eclectic Art

January 30, 2015 by

The Contemporary Austin is a new type of art museum, a "museum without walls." It's composed to two buildings in Austin, the Jones Center and The Art School, as well as an outdoor garden at Laguna Gloria. The various locations double as integral parts of the vibrant Austin community, so the eclectic works of art housed therein feel like natural parts of the scenery.

So it makes sense that the displays themselves stray from convention. Past exhibits have included 17,000 Observations by a pair of L.A. artists known as Lucky Dragons. The unique installation at Laguna Gloria married music and sculpture in a fresh way. Tom Sachs: Boombox Retrospective 1999-2015 is a current exhibit running through April of this year, and you'll find bits and pieces of it at various The Contemporary Austin locations. Go see it for yourself and you might just be impressed by the way American sculptor Tom Sachs recreates the boombox to represent different ideas and concepts.

Visit The Contemporary's website to learn more about this distinctive Austin museum near Elan East.

The Contemporary Austin
Austin, TX 78703
www.thecontemporaryaustin.org
www.yelp.com/biz/the-contemporary-austin-laguna-gloria-austin

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