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Cochon 555: Learn About an Agricultural Tradition Via Your Taste Buds

August 16, 2017 by

In a time when information about your food is readily available, you probably keep a closer eye on exactly where it comes from. So perhaps you've heard of heritage breed pigs. These are pigs that are raised on longstanding family farms the old-fashioned way: without any hormones and in a humane setting. Cochon 555 is a food fest celebrating the heritage breed pig.

The traveling festival is coming to Austin on Sunday, August 20th, so you can come out to learn more about the heritage breed pig. More than 30 local chefs from all types of Austin eateries will come out to show what they can do with this ingredient, sourced from local farms. You'll learn more about this type of Old World livestock as you taste test your way through the assortment of gourmet bites. Tickets start at $125 for general admission, which includes unlimited food tastings, so don't miss it!

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13th Annual Bat Fest: Live Music and Live Bats

August 10, 2017 by

The 13th Annual Bat Fest marks another year of a longstanding Austin tradition. It pays homage to the Mexican free-tailed bats that live under the Congress Avenue Bridge and come out each night to hunt and explore. The beloved local bats are the focal point of the weekend, with fest-goers stopping to stare as they fly out from under the bridge between about 7 and 9 p.m. Since there are roughly 1.5 million of them, expect the process to take about 30 minutes.

Then you can get back to the other fun that the Bat Fest has to offer. Three different stages play host to both local and nationally renowned musicians to up-and-coming bands from your own backyard. There will also be 75-plus arts and craft vendors, plenty of food and drink, and activities geared toward little ones. Admission is $15 for adults and free for kids 8 and under. The fest will run from 4 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, August 19th.

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The Austin Ice Cream Festival Returns This August

August 2, 2017 by

On August 12th, a favorite summer treat (ice cream, of course) takes the spotlight as the Austin Ice Cream Festival makes its way to Fiesta Gardens. Running from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., the festival celebrates frozen treats with a full day of tastings, ice cream contests, games, hands-on activities, and music. To wrap up the event, there will even be an after-dark screening of a classic summer movie. Some of Austin’s best frozen treat producers (in addition to some of the best in the country) will be serving up sweet treats to guests throughout the day-long festival. Guests can enjoy frozen treats from HEB Creamy Creations, Austin Scoops, Cold Cookie Company, Thai Fresh, Steel City Pops, and Shaved Ice Island.

Sounds good, right? General admission to this foodie event is just $15 per person. General admission includes three food sample tickets and access to all of the games and activities, including the after-dark film. VIP tickets are available for an additional cost.

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Celebrate July 4th From a Boat on Lady Bird Lake

July 3, 2017 by

On Tuesday, July 4th, make your way down to the rowing dock at Lady Bird Lake (which is only a short trip from Folio) for the July 4th Fireworks Paddle. Guests of this fun event can watch the impressive July 4th fireworks show above the lake while rowing around on a kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard. At the dock, guests can rent their choice of boat for an affordable price: just $55 for a single kayak, $90 for a three-person canoe, and just $45 for a stand-up paddleboard. Those interested in renting boats are just asked to reserve their boats ahead of time.

Check-in starts at 7:15 p.m. on and continues until 8:30 p.m. Everyone who is renting a boat to watch the fireworks is asked to be on the water by 8:45 p.m. because the fireworks show will start around 9:30 p.m. Enjoy this unique July 4th celebration this summer!

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Keep Austin Weird Festival and 5K 2017: Wear Your Weirdest Costume for This Fun 5K

June 23, 2017 by

The point of the Keep Austin Weird Festival and 5K 2017 isn't to beat your personal record or place in the top three. The race is actually described as the "slowest 5K in the world." It's really more about keeping Austin weird than keeping Austin fit. That's why the athletic and not-so-athletic alike are invited to put on their weirdest costumes and jog or stroll their way through a distinctly weird course.

That course includes 15 fun stops, each outfitted with its own odd activity. At one stop you might zoom down a slip and slide, and at another you might submerge a festival volunteer in a dunk tank. You might even get some treats and sweets along the way. The 5K culminates in a music festival with enough live entertainment and food to keep you going all day long. Tickets start at $27 for adults and $11 for kids.

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Austin Solstice Festival 2017: Celebrate World Music Day at Pan Am Park

June 14, 2017 by

If you've never heard of World Music Day—more formally known as Fête de la Musique —you're missing out on an enchanting annual celebration. Cities all around the globe celebrate World Music Day each June, including Austin. The Austin Solstice Festival returns in 2017 from June 15th to the 17th.

Bring friends or family to this citywide event, which unfolds in a mix of venues in the Red River Entertainment District and Pan Am Park. The main event is the live music. Dozens of artists come to Pan Am Park for 10 hours of tunes on Saturday, June 17th and throughout the three-day fest. Headliners include local and national acts, and your general admission ticket ($35) grants you access to all three days of tunes, plus other activities like yoga workshops and shopping at the art market. Don't miss it!

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Learn All About Tap Dance at Soul to Sole Festival

June 9, 2017 by

If you thought that tap was an old-fashioned form of dance, Tapestry Dance Company is about to prove you wrong. It's the continent's only pro repertory tap dance company, and each June, its teachers put on the Soul to Sole Festival. Now in its 17th year, the 2017 Soul to Sole Fest showcases the instructors who are on the cutting-edge of contemporary tap.

More than 75 classes unfold over the course of the five-day festival from June 14th to the 18th. Sign up for one of the workshops to delve deeper into the art of tap, embracing time-tested traditions in a classic class or trying something totally new in a modern session. In addition to tap classes, you can also expect panel discussions about the art of tap and tap jams showing off the fun side of this form of dance. Don't miss this fun fest!

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Come to the Republic of Texas Biker Rally for Some Summer Fun

June 5, 2017 by

Each year, bikers from all over the state of Texas descend upon Austin for what can only be described as one amazing block party. The city shuts down 50 blocks for the Republic of Texas Biker Rally. It's not only the biggest event of its kind in central Texas but also one of the largest anywhere in the country.

So you don't want to miss your chance to be part of this year's Republic of Texas Biker Rally. Along with the live music, food, drinks, and fun unfolding across those 50 blocks downtown, the Travis County Expo Center also holds some fun. It's where live bands will play while the Bike Rodeo Games keep guests entertained. The Republic of Texas Biker Rally is slated for June 8th to the 11th, so mark your calendar now if you don't want to miss out on the fun.

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Town Lake Metropolitan Parks Make Up a Sprawling Green Space in Austin

May 25, 2017 by

One of the best parts about living in Austin—in addition to the live music, eclectic eateries, and independent coffee shops—is that you have tons of access to the outdoors. From Lady Bird Lake to Zilker Park, there are many places you can get some fresh air without ever leaving the city. Town Lake Metropolitan Parks contributes to this outdoorsy vibe in Austin.

Town Lake Metropolitan Parks are a collection of smaller parks that form one massive green space. Those who frequent these parks particularly enjoy the hiking and biking trail, which loops around Lady Bird Lake and hosts tons of cyclists, runners, and walkers every day. Will you be stopping by Town Lake Metropolitan Parks this spring?

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Enjoy a Front-Row Seat at the Debut of Trendy Ensembles at Austin Fashion Week

May 11, 2017 by

You don't have to fly to New York or Paris to experience trending fashions. Austin Fashion Week brings the chic, modern apparel to you. From May 12th to the 21st, the JW Marriott Austin invites local fashionistas to come and see what's coming up this season, as modeled by professionals on the catwalk.

May 13th to the 17th is the best time to visit Austin Fashion Week, as these days hold a little something special. The Moda X Mexico black tie soiree unfolds on Saturday, March 13th at 7:30 p.m. You'll get a sneak peek at what Mexico's up-and-coming fashion designers have been working on. Then over the course of the next few days, local boutiques, salons, and spas will host special events in between fashion shows. Don't miss the fun at this year's Austin Fashion Week. Ticket prices vary based on the event.

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