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Esther's Follies Has Turned 6th Street Strangers Into Unwitting Comedy Props for 49 Years — Tonight, TwiceThe latest story
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Esther's Follies Has Turned 6th Street Strangers Into Unwitting Comedy Props for 49 Years — Tonight, Twice

Esther's Follies turns real 6th Street strangers into the punchline nightly. Showtimes, prices, parking, and what's new before its 50th year.

Hack the New Downtown Austin: Visitor Center's 5th Street Move, Fareground's Power Lineup, Coworking, Fitness—and What's Next (Insider Playbook)

Hack the New Downtown Austin: Visitor Center's 5th Street Move, Fareground's Power Lineup, Coworking, Fitness—and What's Next (Insider Playbook)

New Downtown Austin, hacked: 76°F with a 50% storm chance = the perfect indoor crawl you can do today. Start at the new Visitor Center on 5th, lunch at Fareground, power-hour at The One coworking, reset with Pvolve, and nightcap at Serenade. Full insider playbook with timing strategies, navigation tips, and what's opening next.

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25th Mighty Texas Dog Walk Recap + Insider Guide: What Worked, What to Pack, and How to Nail the Guinness Trick Next Year

25th Mighty Texas Dog Walk Recap + Insider Guide: What Worked, What to Pack, and How to Nail the Guinness Trick Next Year

Royal paws, ATX! Here's your quick-hit recap with real takeaways from the 25th Annual Mighty Texas Dog Walk & Expo: Renaissance vibes, a Guinness attempt for "Most People & Dogs Performing A Magic Trick," and a 1‑mile stroll on the Camp Mabry Parade Ground's rubberized track—69°F and cloudy, aka perfect wagging weather.

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Two-Stop Sunday Game Plan for Austin Families: Texas Book Festival Kids' Finale + UMLAUF Free Family Day (Parking, Stroller Routes, Bathrooms, and a 3–4 Hour Itinerary)

Two-Stop Sunday Game Plan for Austin Families: Texas Book Festival Kids' Finale + UMLAUF Free Family Day (Parking, Stroller Routes, Bathrooms, and a 3–4 Hour Itinerary)

Plan the perfect Austin family Sunday with our expert guide to Texas Book Festival's kids' finale and UMLAUF Free Family Day. Get insider tips on parking, stroller routes, bathrooms, and a 3–4 hour itinerary for a stress-free, fun-filled outing. Includes pro parent strategies, maps, and local recommendations.

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