HOT SUMMER NIGHTS STARTS TONIGHT 🔥 In honor of this amazing weekend kicking off, here are a few of our favorite photos from our staff photographer. Let's rock out to some incredible local musicians and Defend Red River Thursday, Friday and Saturday 🎸

🌴 Soak up the Summer at Swim Club! The water is fine and ready for you to enjoy poolside dining, drinking and dancing inside the Downright Austin hotel. You can book a day at the pool or grab a snack and check off one more spot on the Soak Up Summer Photo Scavenger Hunt - it's

Batten down the hatches! This summer, the Dead Rabbit is combining the Emerald Isle’s rugged West Coast with tropical vacation vibes for a pop-up in tribute to Grace O’Malley, the original Irish sea captain who cut her hair to join her father at sea. With her fearless spirit,

Last chance to tell us! Do you have a favorite Red River memory? Did a Red River music venue or business change your life? Do you know an important person who is connected to Red River? Is there important history about the people, places, traditions, etc, on Red River that

For the first year of DASA, we hosted 25 art exhibits, 8 of the featured exhibiting artists came from the DASA Artist in Residency Program. Robin Winter, a talented photographer, used the program to find his voice in his creations. Interview captured by Raven Birk @ravenbirk

A view of the Waterline supertall from the Capitol Complex expansion project. Credit: Urbannizer

This month, our incredible ambassador team transformed 6th Street by painting 60 light poles and erasing extra-large graffiti marks. Their dedication and hard work keep Downtown Austin shining bright! ✨ If you haven't seen it yet, we invite you to witness their hard work and

☕ If you're ready to make Hump Day go your way, go to Miranda's Cafe where they serve breakfast all day! You can enjoy the lovely Wildflower mural by DAAS on the 301 Congress Porch (we aren't biased or anything) on your way inside to get caffeinated or cool down with a

🚲 CapMetro will be adjusting its fares for Bikeshare, its rideshare system of electric bikes, on Aug. 1. More information on CapMetro Bikeshare and new pricing structure for rides 👉 bit.ly/44PYSGX

The backside of the Republic Tower (3rd St.) has a cool City of Austin 1839 plan map. Credit: davidtexan

The Austin Visitor Center has officially moved into the beautifully revitalized historic Phillips Building on 5th Street! Their knowledgeable staff loves to share Austin’s history and culture, fun events, shopping, food scene, outdoor activities, nightlife, music and more. Sip

☀️ Is there a better way to spend the day than riding around on the lake, people-watching as the beautiful skyline goes by? Retro Boats ATX are a great way to Soak Up the Summer and make the perfect photo op for the scavenger hunt! These fiberglass boats that have been restored

Birds of a feather, we should stick together 🕊️ Morningbird inside the Downright Hotel is a beautiful way to start your day with a Texas-sized breakfast and bold, local coffee at their cute walk-up counter and casual cafe. You don't have to be an early bird to get this worm,

August started with a celebration as The Waterline, sitting on Rainey Street and Red River, soared above Waller Creek to its full, stunning height of 74 stories, making Downtown Austin the home of Texas's Tallest Tower at 1,025 feet! The unmatched views of Austin won't be

🎶 Blues on the Green returns to Zilker Park this week. 🌳🎷🎸 Get there sustainably via CapMetro bus & Bikeshare. 🚌🚲 ✨ Pro tip: Look out for pedicabs with our #GetThereATX logo to get a FREE ride & stop by our tent for giveaways! More info 👉 bit.ly/46GSN0U

Some like it iced! 🧊 Revolucion is participating in the Soak Up Summer Photo scavenger hunt! You can check off one more location during a coffee date in their cozy atmosphere. Sip local and text ATX to 512.890.3099 to join the fun! ✨ -XOXO Downtown Austin #cafe #coffee #tea

People who participated in DASA consistently reported high satisfaction with the program, praising the accessibility, support and visibility offered. Malti B. Lee, a DASA Artist in Residence, utilized the opportunity to break into Austin's art scene. Interview captured by Raven

Can't come to a consensus on where to eat? Meeting at Fareground is the perfect plan, so no one has to compromise, and everyone's cravings will be deliciously met. 🌮 Bonus fun - Taco Pegasus is participating in the Soak Up Summer Photo scavenger hunt! You can knock off one of