Family Friendly in Austin, Texas

Family friendly events in Austin, Texas are an ongoing occurrence. There are always great family friendly places and events to attend!

50.12 Support the Austin Marathon Runners

50.12 Support the Austin Marathon Runners

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

I’m sure most of us know someone running in the marathon this morning, and they need our support! Having run a marathon and cheered on my friends, I can say that all the random people cheering for you is very motivating and much needed. So go support your favorite runner! And if you don’t have

49.12 12th Annual Austin Liars’ Contest

49.12 12th Annual Austin Liars’ Contest

By Kristy Owen | Family Friendly, Random Fun, Things To Do In Austin

Are tall tales and wild stories your thing? If so, the Austin Liars’ Contest is exactly where you need to be this Saturday. This event is definitely “Keeping Austin Weird.” This imaginative contest has grown each year and has become an afternoon of pure entertainment. Contestants are given eight minutes to share their story, the

35.12 Jo’s Chili Cold Blood Chili Cook-Off

35.12 Jo’s Chili Cold Blood Chili Cook-Off

By Kristy Owen | Coffee Shops, Dog Friendly, Family Friendly, Live Music, Things To Do In Austin

In Texas, it’s always chili cook-off season. And for you chili lovers out there, this is your chance to spend your Saturday filling up on delicious chili for a good cause. Jo’s is pulling out all the stops to make this a day full of great food and tons of fun. They’ll have free two-stepping

32.12 I “Heart” Art: Open House & Art Show

32.12 I “Heart” Art: Open House & Art Show

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

Arc of the Arts Studio & Gallery is an art studio with an important social mission. They work to bridge the gap between people who have developmental disabilities and their community by using art. It is a unique place, and one that serves a socially vital function to many people in Austin. Tonight they’re having an

30.12 Meat Week 2012

30.12 Meat Week 2012

By Kristy Owen | Family Friendly, Random Fun, Restaurants, Things To Do In Austin

Looking for a reason to eat meat all week? Who isn’t? Meat Week 2012 is a great way to get your barbecue fix and sample some of the juiciest meats this city has to offer. This week is an excuse for meat lovers to come together under one roof and enjoy their favorite meal without

29.12 Chinese New Year Celebration

29.12 Chinese New Year Celebration

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

It’s time to celebrate the Chinese New Year with Chinatown Austin. They’re ringing in the Year of the Dragon with a festival full of tons of cool stuff. They’ll have a rock climbing wall, face painting, games, firecracker displays and plenty of other awesome things. Dragon and Lion Dance Teams will also perform throughout the

27.12 Magic Show at the French Legation Museum

27.12 Magic Show at the French Legation Museum

By Kristy Owen | Family Friendly, Random Fun, Things To Do In Austin

The French Legation Museum has invited you to a night of magic under the oaks. I’m a huge sucker for a good magic show. They leave me completely mystified, and they’re always a great time. Today’s performers are world renowned. Arsene Dupin has performed at the White House for President George W. Bush and in

25.12 “Wicked” at Bass Concert Hall

25.12 “Wicked” at Bass Concert Hall

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

Finally, the much anticipated event, “Wicked” makes its debut at Bass Concert Hall tonight. Last time Wicked was in Austin they broke local box office history, selling out in record time. So I am telling you about this early; there are still plenty of tickets and time to see the show that Entertainment Weekly calls

356.11 Look at Christmas Light Displays

356.11 Look at Christmas Light Displays

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

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Happy Kwanzaa! No matter what you’re celebrating this December, I hope you’re surrounded by family and friends. All of my posts involving Christmas lights have been popular this year, so I thought I would take one more chance to encourage you to head out and see some of the extravagantly

355.11 Elf Quote Along at Alamo Drafthouse

355.11 Elf Quote Along at Alamo Drafthouse

By Kristy Owen | Family Friendly, Random Fun, Things To Do In Austin

I figure today is going to one of these ways, you are either busy running last minute holiday errands, already starting your holiday traditions with family and friends or if you are a youngster you are just putting in time until Santa comes.  I thought I would stick with the holiday movie idea and blog