The Barton Springs Pool claims three acres of Zilker Park's sprawling 358 acres, and it's space well used. The pool has been around for decades—it's even where Robert Redford learned to swim on a family vacation. He was only five years old. The natural pool continues to welcome guests today who want to go for a dip in its warm waters.

Natural underground springs feed the large, long pool, so its temperature rarely goes below 70 degrees. With lifeguards on watch during the summer months, it's a safe spot to practice your backstroke or just go wading in the sparkling waters. From a few inches deep to 18 feet deep, the pool has areas that are appropriate for both new swimmers and seasoned swimmers. Bring along a towel to stretch out on the soft grass, where you can take sunbathing breaks in between laps.

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Every summer, Austin's Zilker Park reclaims its role as gathering place, festival grounds, and live music venue. Starting on May 23rd, Blues on the Green will return to this sprawling city park in the heart of Austin, led by local radio station 93.3 KGSR.

This is just the first of four performances that The Black Angels will headline along with guest act Night Glitter. The band takes the stage once a month through the beginning of August, delivering fresh-air concerts that showcase their unique style of blues music. Come and grab a spot on the lawn at the free Blues on the Green show, with a blanket or some lawn chairs in hand. You're also welcome to bring along pets, kids, snacks, and, of course, a crew of your friends.

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Suerte—"luck" in Spanish—began attracting buzz even before it opened in March, thanks to the reputation of chef and restaurateur Sam Hellman-Mass. He'd already established two successful eateries in the area when he decided to buy a storefront on Sixth Street and transform it into Suerte, a colorful and casual Mexican restaurant.

Round up a few friends and head to Suerte for some cocktails and "snackcidents" if you haven't checked it out yet. Share the chips and salsa with Caldera cheddar cheese or the potato and quesillo taquitos. Then enjoy a larger dish, such as the popular green chorizo tlayuda. Its thin and crispy tortilla base features a refried white bean spread topped with queso, almond, pumpkin seeds, and spicy chorizo. Finally, treat yourself to a sweet treat like the tapioca pudding with white chocolate crunch, almonds, and lemon balm anglaise.

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