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Austin Visitor Center & Gift Shop The official Visitor Center of Visit Austin and home to 5th & Brew Coffee Shop. Let our friendly volunteers guide your stay in Austin. even dining suggestions.

Stop by our downtown Visitor Center for information on tours of the city, events, can't-miss destinations . . . And while you are here be sure to browse through the amazing souvenirs and gifts offered here, in Austin's official gift shop. .

Spooky season is back in ATX! 🎃 Here’s what’s happening at the Austin Visitor Center this October: 🎨 Hecho a Mano: Día d...
10/07/2026

Spooky season is back in ATX! 🎃 Here’s what’s happening at the Austin Visitor Center this October:

🎨 Hecho a Mano: Día de los Mu***os Crafts with Cuídate LLC
Sunday, October 11th | 11am–1pm
RSVP at the link in our bio to decorate a picture frame and candle for an ofrenda!

👕 5th Street Vintage Market
Saturday, October 17th | 11am–3pm
Come support local vintage vendors, grab a drink, and shop to the sounds of a live DJ!

🏎️ F1 Children’s Book Signing by Andy Amendola
Thursday, October 22nd | 11am–2pm
Bring the little ones and grab a fresh copy of “ABCs of Racing: My First Guide to Formula 1” before heading into F1 weekend!

See you soon! 😊

10/06/2026

Explore Austin’s very own Home of the Blues, Antone's 🎸🎶

Join Sam Boland from Big Henry's on a guided tour of one of the venues that helped make the city the Live Music Capital of the World®!

You’ll get an exclusive look at never-before-seen performance footage, dive into the venue’s rich history and the legacy of founder Clifford Antone, and go beyond the stage with front- and back-of-house access. It’s an unforgettable way to experience Austin music history up close!

🎟️ Tickets starting at $10 
🗓️ Next tour on Friday, October 9th at 2:00 PM
📍 Antone's | 305 E. 5th St.
⏰ 60 minute guided tour
🍺 Drinks available for purchase

Book your tour online or in-person at Big Henry's to start exploring! ⭐

09/29/2026

Grab a helmet and let the good times roll! 🚲✨

Join local tour guide R o o s t e r 🐓 with Good Vibes Tours for a scenic e-bike cruise through the 512! Experience Austin through the eyes of a local as you ride past iconic murals, quirky neighborhood spots, and stunning skyline views.

Along the way, you’ll learn local lore, share some laughs and hop off the bike for top landmarks like the Texas State Capitol, South Congress, and the Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge over Lady Bird Lake. Ride solo or bring friends, family or coworkers along for the adventure!

🚲 Training session & all equipment provided 
🎟️ $74 individual | $45 for kids (12 & under)
🗓️ Daily tours at 10am & 1pm
📍 Departs minutes from downtown
⏰ ~2 hours total (90-100 min riding + 20-30 min at stops)
👥 Group discounts available for 5 or more
💧 Complimentary water bottles provided
📸 Plenty of photo-ops along the route!

Pro-tip: Don’t forget your Rooster sticker on the way out; if you take a picture of it when you go home, it’ll earn a spot on the Good Vibes garage wall! 🐓

Book your tour and start exploring today! ⭐

Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) Day is back at the Austin Visitor Center! 🎸🎶Join us Tuesday, September 22nd,...
09/17/2026

Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) Day is back at the Austin Visitor Center! 🎸🎶

Join us Tuesday, September 22nd, for the world’s largest one-day, all-local music festival! With 200+ live performances across 100+ venues around town, come support our local artists and help raise awareness and funds for the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians. 

🎶 HAAM Day Music Festival 2026
📅 Tuesday, September 22nd
📍 103 E. 5th St | Austin Visitor Center
⏰ 11am-2pm
⭐ Featuring performances from Je55ie, Mark Williams, and Taylor “Otis” Wilkins

The mission of the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) is to provide Austin-area musicians access to affordable health, wellness, and prevention services to strengthen their quality of life in support of our vibrant music culture. Since the organization was founded in 2005, HAAM has helped musicians, DJs, and music teachers across Travis and surrounding counties access over $215 million in healthcare services. We’re proud to host the organization that supports the musicians that make Austin, Austin! ♥️

Learn more about HAAM Day and other participating venues at myhaam.org/haam-day!

09/15/2026

Free admission for Museum Day is right around the corner! 💫

Each year, Austin Museum Partnership partners with museums in the greater Austin area to welcome visitors with free admission and special programming, including guided and self-guided tours, activities, and more for all ages! 

🏫 29th Annual Austin Museum Day
🗓️ Sunday, September 20th
🎟️ FREE admission to 30+ participating museums

Stop by one of these participating museums in downtown for the 29th Annual Austin Museum Day, and be sure to check out AustinMuseums.org for the full list of participants!

⭐ Bullock Texas State History Museum | Bullock Museum
📚 Walk through 16,000+ years of Texas story across three floors, featuring the preserved 300-year-old French shipwreck La Belle and interactive regional artifacts
📍 1800 Congress Ave
⏰ Open 10am-5pm Daily  

⭐ Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library | LBJ Presidential Library
🇺🇸 Step inside an exact replica of the Oval Office, listen to historic telephone recordings, and explore the landmark Civil Rights movement archives
📍 2313 Red River St
⏰ Open 9am-5pm Daily

⭐ Mexic-Arte Museum | Mexic-Arte Museum
🇲🇽 Discover traditional and contemporary Mexican and Latinx visual art, community murals, and historic print collections
📍 419 Congress Ave
⏰ Open 12-5pm Sunday

⭐ Harry Ransom Center | Harry Ransom Center
🎨 View a rare Gutenberg Bible, the world’s first photograph, and rotating cultural archives
📍 300 W 21st St
⏰ Open 12-5pm Sunday  

⭐ The Contemporary Austin Jones Center | The Contemporary Austin
🎨 Experience modern installations, gallery showcases, and the iconic rooftop artwork overlooking downtown
📍 700 Congress Ave
⏰ Open 12-6pm Sunday  

⭐ Texas Music Museum | Texas Music Museum
🎶 Dive into the rich roots of Texas sound with vintage instruments, sheet music, and exhibits celebrating local music pioneers
📍 1009 E 11th St
⏰ Open 12-4pm Sunday (Museum Day hours)

⭐ Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | ESB-MACC
🇲🇽 Celebrate Mexican American and Latino heritage through community art galleries, workshops, and performing arts
📍 600 River St
⏰ Open 1-5pm Sunday (Museum Day hours)

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09/11/2026

Whether it’s your first weekend in town or your tenth year calling Austin home, the Austin Public Library is a true downtown gem! 📚

Located just a 15-minute walk from the Austin Visitor Center, the eco-friendly library has countless resources for visitors and the community along with stunning views of Lady Bird Lake. Bring your laptop to lock in, find a cozy reading nook, or explore all six floors as it celebrates 100 years in the city!

📍 Austin Public Library | 710 W Cesar Chavez St
⏰ Mon-Thu 9am-8pm | Fri & Sat 9am-5pm | Sun 12pm-6pm

What to check out while you’re here:
📖 Six floors of book collections, quiet study areas, and public computers
🌱 Rooftop Butterfly Garden with views of downtown and Lady Bird Lake
☕ Bites, coffee and more at Cookbook Austin on ground level
🎨 Rotating local art exhibits and Texas history archives
🎮 Tech Petting Zoo, Innovation Lounge, and 3D printing
🎟️ Weekly free events, including author talks, storytimes, and workshops

Visit library.austintexas.gov to explore Centennial celebrations and check out upcoming events!

Who are you taking here this week? 👀

09/08/2026

Experience Austin’s famous bat bridge on the water! 🚣🦇

Bat season is at its peak in ATX! Kayak down Lady Bird Lake with for a guided sunset tour and watch the 1.5 million Mexican Free-Tailed bats emerge from Congress Avenue bridge for their nightly dinner!

Along the way, you’ll catch golden-hour views of downtown Austin’s skyline and learn all about the colony, which typically makes the bridge their home from late March until temperatures drop in September or October.

🛶 Training session & all equipment provided
🎟️ $50 per person (all ages)
🗓️ Runs Thurs-Mon at 6:15pm | Tues & Weds at 7pm
📍 Departs from the boathouse at 74 Trinity St.
⏰ 1 hour and 45 minute tour
🎒 Complimentary waterproof storage bags
📸 Stunning views of the Downtown Austin skyline and bat bridge!

Book your spot online at austinrowing.org! ⭐

Fall is almost here and we’re ready for it! 🤠 The 5th Street Vintage Market is back at the Austin Visitor Center every t...
09/05/2026

Fall is almost here and we’re ready for it! 🤠 The 5th Street Vintage Market is back at the Austin Visitor Center every third Saturday.

From vintage pieces and statement jewelry to fresh coffee and matcha at our in-house cafe, 5th & Brew, we’ve got it all in the heart of downtown. 😉 Come support local vendors, grab a drink, and shop to the sounds of a live DJ! 

Mark your calendars for September’s vintage market:

🗓️ Saturday, September 19th
⏰ 11am – 3pm
📍 103 E. 5th Street (inside the Austin Visitor Center)

FEATURED VENDORS
Mychael Flores | Vintage Clothing 
Lucky Pup Vintage | Vintage Clothing 
Pure | Vintage Clothing 
𝔐𝔬𝔫𝔢𝔶𝔏𝔦𝔫𝔢 | Vintage Clothing 
Lucky Star Thrift | Vintage Clothing 
| Clothing Brand
Melynda Rivas | Jewelry and Charm Bar

Sounds by DJ Chorizo Funk 🎶

Tag your thrifting partner below! ⭐️

Interested in becoming a vendor? Fill out the vendor interest form at the link in our bio! 💬

Fall is in the air! 🍂 Here’s what’s happening at the Austin Visitor Center this September:🏃 5K Run with Cafecito Run Clu...
09/03/2026

Fall is in the air! 🍂 Here’s what’s happening at the Austin Visitor Center this September:

🏃 5K Run with Cafecito Run Club
In collaboration with Marathon | Half Marathon | 5K & Spurs Austin International Half for Run Austin® Training Kickoff Week
Friday, September 11th | 8:30–11am

👕 5th Street Vintage Market
Saturday, September 15th | 11am–3pm

🎨 Hecho a Mano: Calavera Painting with Cuídate LLC
Saturday, Sptember 12th | 11am–1pm

🎸 Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) Day Music Festival
Featuring Je55ie, Mark Williams & Taylor “Otis” Wilkins
Tuesday, September 22nd | 11am–2pm

🀄 Mahjong Freeplay with MahjongMafia
Sunday, September 27th | 12:30–4:30pm

Which event are you most excited for? 😊

08/24/2026

Take home a little piece of Austin! ⭐️

While you’re exploring downtown, be sure to drop by the Austin Visitor Center and pick up a special little print from Austin Mini Art! 🎨🖌️ For just $3, you can grab one of six limited edition designs of iconic spots and businesses around the 512 by the talented aaron zavala | artist + live illustrator.

Which one is your favorite? 👀

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