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As more and more people are venturing out, social distancing is even more important than ever. If you want to get outside with the family but still feel safe, we have some ideas on where you can go and what you can do.
We are launching a new category focused on stress-relieving, kid-educating, body-fortifying, sanity-saving content, by and for Austinites. Join us!
Cities around the world are doing it, and now we are too. #HOWL4ATX is a thing, ready or not. Time to join your neighbors in a decidedly Weird Austin kinda way.
Local production company Big Flavor Films really hit the ball out of the park with this video of Austin during the shutdown. This one is not to be missed, mmkay? Sit down and watch.
Amid the virus panic, so much has vanished from our grocery stores that many are turning to their neighbors for help finding free stuff in Austin. Here's how it's done.
Okay, so maybe all our problems actually remain, er, unsolved as of yet, but all the Austin City Limits concerts now available online will surely help.
Friends, As I write this, the shelves at our local grocery stores are emptying out, shopping hours are being restricted, businesses are closing down all around us, and it feels like everybody in Austin is well and truly on edge. I share your concerns.
To the users of Austin.com and Free Fun in Austin, it is with sadness that we must announce the following new guideline for event submissions on our websites...
Broadway in Austin's upcoming show is taking the audience to a whole new world and we're giving away tickets so the whole family can see Aladdin for free!
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dani Dudek to the role of editor in chief!
So you want to see the HUGE Austin fireworks display on the 4th of July, but don't care to wade through 100,000 people? Then this list is for you.
Looking for free things to do in Austin this summer? We've got the most comprehensive list around, with more than 75 picks for families with kids! Let's go.
Parents, this one's special. We are lucky enough to have a family four-pack of tickets to see the brand new children's theatre production of "Wake Up, Brother Bear!" at ZACH North, and you won't want to miss this.
A fable by Aesop comes to life with a modern interpretation and lots of fun on Zach Theatre's Kelberg stage in the this production that's perfect for families.
Camp Fun Brain, a popular reading enrichment camp taught by certified teachers for kids in kindergarten through 5th grade, has teamed up with Free Fun In Austin to give away one whole week of camp to one lucky kiddo — a $250 value!
It can be difficult sorting through all the educational opportunities a community like Austin can afford its young citizens, which is why you need this Austin school guide.
Hey ATX parents! Are you looking for a fun way to teach your kids important business and lifelong learning skills? We've got the perfect entrepreneurial learning experience for you.
Our favorite stage series, Broadway in Austin, has another Tony-winning production opening in town soon and we have a pair of opening-night tickets to give away.