By Malanie Gardea
Things to do in Austin this weekend. When and where to do it.
Friday, February 18th
Austin’s Park | Pflugerville, TX
If you’re looking for a spot to take the family, Austin’s Park is a go-to for all ages. Roller Coasters, an XD Theater, a rock wall, and so much more all at one place. Open from 11am to 10 pm, you can have non-stop fun with countless attractions! Check out their website for pricing and more.
Balkan Café | 11800 North Lamar Blvd
Get your friends and head to Balkan Café for sand volleyball and good food. Call to reserve a volleyball court, enjoy authentic Balkan food, and grab a couple of drinks. Oh, and did we mention Balkan is also dog friendly? Check out their website for more info.
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Aviary’s | Kitchen & Wine Bar
You can’t ignore National Drink Wine Day this year. Stop by one of the best wine bars in Austin for creative and fresh menus. Aviary’s has a bar, tables, and an outdoor patio for you to enjoy the best national holiday. So grab a glass and enjoy all the wine your heart desires, responsibly of course.
Saturday, February 19th
OMG SQUEE | Desserts & pastries
Tasty and Gluten-free? Sounds like we’ve hit the lottery! OMG SQUEE serves gluten-free macaroons and Asian inspired desserts and pastries, where all their products are made in-house from scratch. This Austin local restaurant strives to make sure they give their customers the freshest and best- and may we include the cutest desserts and pastries you’ll pretty much ever eat.
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COME & SHAVE IT | The Mohawk
The 16th Annual Come and Shave It event in Austin, TX, returning to The Mohawk, and benefitting The Other Ones Foundation. This event, is one of the longest running facial hair competitions in America, and you wont want to miss it! Tickets range from $5 to $20. Purchase your tickets now.
Bird Bird Biscuit | 2701 Manor Rd
Awe Biscuit! We know how hard it is to find a simple yet oh so good meal so lets narrow it down to the best chicken and biscuits you can find in east Austin- Bird Bird Biscuit! Every biscuit and chicken is fresh to order and there’s even a vegetarian option. Just make sure to order online for the most convenient experience. Check out the menu here.
Sunday, February 20th
Sazon Latin Food Festival | Ani’s Day & Night
Explore your food palate this Sunday by attending the Sazon Latin Food Festival at Ani’s Day & Night! The festival will include a Live DJ and plenty of Latin American dishes available for purchase. Be ready for food vendors selling food from Puerto Rico, Peru, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, and more! Admission is free and the fun begins at 11am until 5pm. RSVP now.
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ChalkFest |The Far Out Lounge & Stage
The Far Out Lounge & Stage is having their first ever ChalkFest and you don’t want to miss it! This event will have art, live music, and food trucks. There will be performances from Chalk, Commodus, The Boleys, Sad Cell, Telecom, Fogwood, Dmitri, Brother Levi, Typical Girls, and Ghislaine. Doors open at 12pm and admission is $15 per person. Parking is limited, and rideshares are encouraged!
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