Molly Moltzen

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Thrillist Event Guides

Thrillist’s city guide to everything you can do this year—from festivals to art exhibits to outdoor activities.

Thrillist Annual Event Guides: Every Event Happening in Your City This Year

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Whether you know it as the Live Music Capital of the World, Bat City, or its more formally recognized government-issued name, you better believe there’s something going down in Austin every night of the week.

23 Things You Have to Do in Austin This Year

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Tucked away on a corner of South Austin, a salmon-pink bungalow harbors racks of meticulously thrifted textiles, in-progress art projects, and hanging garlands of miniature quilted fruit ornament.

The Little Austin Shop That Wants to Make a Big Impact on the Planet—One Stitch at a Time

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Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

Best Restaurants & Bars - Places to Eat & Drink - Thrillist

Austin is a city so packed with incredible restaurant options it can bring even a self-described gourmet to their knees.

Breakfast Tacos, Texas BBQ, Fresh-Baked Conchas: This Is Your Austin Food Bucket List

Lunar New Year

Thrillist is ringing&nbsp;in the Lunar New Year with a collection of guides, profiles, and features all related&nbsp;to how it is celebrated in communities around the country.

Celebrating Lunar New Year: Guides, Profiles, Features & More

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February 10 marks the start of the Lunar New Year, which is celebrated around the world by many Asian communities.

Ring In the Lunar New Year in Austin at These Year of the Dragon Events

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Entertainment

Thrillist's entertainment section covers every facet of popular culture. If you care about television, music, film, or celeb news; we've got it covered.

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There’s no doubt that Austin can bring the romantic vibes.

Make Every Day Feel Like Valentine’s Day with These Romantic Austin Date Ideas

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Bust out those party hats and year-specific, glittery plastic party glasses because we’re on the edge of a brand new year.

The Absolute Best Ways to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Austin

Holiday Festivals

Thrillist's 'Holiday Festivals' showcases some of the best holiday-time festivals across the globe, detailing where they are located and when they run.

Holiday Festivals: Seasonal Celebrations to Visit Around the World

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While the Texas winter weather may not send shivers down your spine, the words, “holiday season,” certainly might.

Get Cheery and Bright at These Holiday Festivities in Austin

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Turkey itself, as well as the full cornucopia of sides, can step to the back, respectfully.

Where to Find Great Pie for the Holiday Season in Austin

Nightlife Guides

From live music to hidden karaoke bars, dance clubs, pop-up comedy shows, and everything in between, we’re highlighting the best things to do at night in your favorite cities.

Nightlife Guides: The Best Things to Do at Night Near You

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The stars at night shine big and bright deep in the heart of Texas, and the nightlife is just as stellar.

The Ultimate Guide to Austin Nightlife

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While Austin is known for its outdoorsy activities, its musical prowess, and nationally renown dining scene, there’s something else afoot.

Get In on the Fun: Trivia Nights, Comic Book Shops, Arcades, and More in Austin

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Traditions run as deep as the springs near Zilker Park.

Zilker Park Escapes Developers to Live On as Austin’s Natural Gem

Unplug Week

The dog days of summer are the perfect time to put up your out of office message, power down your laptop, and get lost. Thrillist explores new, creative ways travelers these days are turning off their devices and tuning in.

Unplug Week: Explore Your City and Travel the World Disconnected

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Is your phone screen the last thing you see at night and the first thing you see in the morning?

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Latest Posts From Molly

23 Things You Have to Do in Austin This Year

These are the must-hit festivals, concerts, events, and most fun things to do this year in Austin, broken down by month.

The Little Austin Shop That Wants to Make a Big Impact on the Planet—One Stitch at a Time

Shop Slow tackles fast fashion, sustainability, and community-building in one fell, crafty swoop.

Breakfast Tacos, Texas BBQ, Fresh-Baked Conchas: This Is Your Austin Food Bucket List

Google less. Eat more.

Ring In the Lunar New Year in Austin at These Year of the Dragon Events

Good fortune, good times, and great festivities for a fiery Year of the Dragon.

Make Every Day Feel Like Valentine’s Day with These Romantic Austin Date Ideas

When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie—ahem, from DeSano’s Pizzeria—that’s amore.

The Absolute Best Ways to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Austin

Goodbye, 2023. Hello, 2024!

Get Cheery and Bright at These Holiday Festivities in Austin

All might not be calm, but all is surely bright at holiday light displays, festivals, and more.

Where to Find Great Pie for the Holiday Season in Austin

From classic apple pie to savory meat pies and more, these are the best pie shops in Austin to order from this holiday season.

The Ultimate Guide to Austin Nightlife

From spirit-laden mezcalerías to legendary dance halls and dives, the Lone Star capital has everything you need to cut loose.

Get In on the Fun: Trivia Nights, Comic Book Shops, Arcades, and More in Austin

Flex your knowledge and test your gaming skills.

Zilker Park Escapes Developers to Live On as Austin’s Natural Gem

Thanks to community efforts, one of Austin’s most beloved public parks will be preserved.

Put the Phone Down and Try These Screen-Free Activities in Austin

Here’s what to do instead of staring into the blue-light glow of your phone screen.