Outside in Austin, Texas

Outdoor activities in Austin, Texas are found everywhere. We are a very active city and love running, boating on our lakes and biking!

141.13 Rooftop Architecture Film Series

141.13 Rooftop Architecture Film Series

By Kristy Owen | Outside, Things To Do In Austin

I love anything that involves a rooftop — pools, restaurants, bars, and in this case, movies. There’s something unique about being on a rooftop. It’s nice to enjoy the view once in a while. It is sunny and pleasant this morning which I am sure it going to make for a great evening on the

135.13 Movies In The Park: The Fifth Element

135.13 Movies In The Park: The Fifth Element

By Kristy Owen | Family Friendly, Free things to do in Austin, Outside, Things To Do In Austin

It is time again for one of Austin’s favorite activities, movies in the park.  The 2013 Series is Hero & Heroines, tonight’s feature will be The Fifth Element. Your dogs, picnics, and lawn chairs are all welcome in the park.  You may also want to remember to pack the bug spray. 2013 Movies In The

110.13 Austin Dog Fair

110.13 Austin Dog Fair

By Kristy Owen | Dog Friendly, Family Friendly, Outside, Things To Do In Austin

If I were a dog, I would want to live Austin. There are so many fun social events for dogs in this town! With this beautiful weather it only makes sense to be outside enjoying it with man’s best friend. This free event will have all kinds of cool stuff for your dog, like the

108.13 The One Motorcycle Show

108.13 The One Motorcycle Show

By Kristy Owen | Free things to do in Austin, Outside, Things To Do In Austin

This free motorcycle show is a free motorcycle show for motorcyclist by motorcyclists. This weekend they will be celebrating the inaugural MotoGP coming to the Capital City! The show will feature authentic custom motorcycles, one-off motorcycle helmet art and much more.  The One Show will feature “21 Helmets” exhibit where 21 local artists used motorcycle helmets

Best Places to See Bluebonnets in Austin, Texas

Best Places to See Bluebonnets in Austin, Texas

By Kristy Owen | Outside, Sponsored, Things To Do In Austin

The bluebonnets are out! For all the non-Texans living here, the Bluebonnet might not seem like a big deal. But if you’re a tried and true Texan, every season when the bluebonnets bloom, Texans shiver with warm, fuzzy feelings. The Texas Hill country, with its wide open ranges and long two lane country roads is

81.13 Drink With Your Dog

81.13 Drink With Your Dog

By Kristy Owen | Dog Friendly, Outside, Things To Do In Austin

If you are already up and at ‘em you should defiantly make your way to the Mighty Texas Dog Walk as this is my favorite dog event in Austin each year. If you prefer to stay in your bed this morning but still want some dog fun later this puppy pub crawl has your name

78.13 Movie On The Lawn: Zoolander

78.13 Movie On The Lawn: Zoolander

By Kristy Owen | Free things to do in Austin, Outside, Things To Do In Austin

You can tell that spring is in the air between the bluebonnets and movies on the lawn.  Today is officially the first day of spring!   Start off the season with a movie on the lawn/park/Central Market with a classic laugh out loud film, Zoolander. It will be an evening of laughs and enjoying the

69.13 ReCREATE: ATX

69.13 ReCREATE: ATX

By Kristy Owen | Family Friendly, Free things to do in Austin, Outside, Things To Do In Austin

As many of you know the Baylor Street Art Wall is one of my absolute favorite spots in this town. I stop by almost weekly to reflect, take it all in and see what has changed since my last visit. When I learned that they were doing an event during SXSW I was immediately intrigued.

62.13 The 85th Annual Zilker Kite Festival

62.13 The 85th Annual Zilker Kite Festival

By Kristy Owen | Family Friendly, Festivals, Free things to do in Austin, Outside, Things To Do In Austin

The day has finally arrived for the nation’s oldest kite festival in Zilker Park! This is one of the best events in Austin every year. It’s a great family festival, and one that everyone can enjoy. You can fly a kite just for fun, or you can participate in one of the free contests. Contest

Best Places To Run In Austin, Texas

Best Places To Run In Austin, Texas

By Kristy Owen | Austin Bucket List, Free things to do in Austin, Outside, Sporting Events, Things To Do In Austin

It’s no secret that Austinites have an affinity for fitness. Austin, TX was ranked America’s 10th fittest city by the Huffington Post last year and 7th best city for runners by Forbes.com, so it stands to reason that there are a wealth of trails, streets, and tracks available to keep Austin in the healthy elite