Carnaval Brasileiro: Heating Up Your Austin Winter

The new year will soon be here. That means that we have a new start and new way to begin again to enjoy the year without any of the headaches of the old year. Here at Acacia Cliffs Apartment Homes, we enjoy telling our residents all about the various opportunities that they can find throughout Austin. One of our favorite upcoming events, and one that is sure... [Read more...]
New Year’s Eve Events Near Acacia Cliffs

There are only a few more months left in 2012, and then we will be saying hello to 2013! If you are looking to celebrate the new year outside of your Acacia Cliffs apartment, then here are a few Austin events to consider attending this year. Holiday Roast: Roast The Holidays And Toast The New Year Singer and songwriter Carolyn Wonderland will host the... [Read more...]
Best Downtown Halloween Celebrations in Austin

Austin is a magnificently fun city when you want it to be. If you want to celebrate what is maybe the most fun holiday of the year, there are a few great Austin events to pick from this Halloween. These are a couple of the best choices close to Acacia Cliffs. One of the best haunted houses in the area, or anywhere, is right in the core of downtown Austin... [Read more...]

The range of things to do in Austin includes activities for all interests and inclinations, and of course also includes a number of great volunteer opportunities for anyone who wants to support good causes, give back to the community, and meet great people. One wonderful local organization with great volunteer positions is the nearby Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary. This... [Read more...]
Five Fun August Festivals to Attend in Austin

Austin is renowned for its young, hip and urban music scene in the midst of cowboys and blistering summer heat. When you think of a festival in Austin, you think BBQ. And you'd be right, especially with the world famous Hot Sauce Festival, but Austin, TX has quite a bit of cultural experience to offer besides saucy pork. There's plenty of things to do... [Read more...]
Two Local Austin Craft Workshops to Attend this August

Are you into crafts? Newly inspired by a super fun reality tv show? Or do you just have some time that you'd like to spend learning a new and pretty skill? You'll be happy to learn that out of the many things to do in Austin, craft workshops are among some of the most fun. Here are two events in Austin that craft lovers will enjoy: Eco-Art Fest will... [Read more...]
Two Great New Date Movies for August in Austin

Whether it's your first date or your 50th anniversary, date movies are a great way to spend some time with your special guy or gal. These date movies are out in August and are great things to do in Austin for your next date night near your apartment: The Babymakers, opening August 3, is a great option. The movie stars Paul Schneider and Olivia Munn.... [Read more...]
Huge Vintage Garage Sale Through November in Austin

Calling all pickers! Antiques, primitives, shabby-chic, depression glass, vintage toys, vintage clothes... All of this and more will be on display and for sale at the City-Wide Garage Sale in Austin. The event will be happening at multiple locations throughout the summer, and there are tons of vendors. Being a collector is a tedious hobby when it comes... [Read more...]
Free Concert and Music History Exhibition at the Bullock Museum in Austin

Every weekend in July, you will be able to dive into the history of Texas music at the Texas Music Roadtrip exhibit, as well as enjoy the outdoor concert series Music Under the Star 2012. The best part about this event is that it is totally FREE! There are all kinds of free things to do this summer in Austin, but none that you can rock out to while refining... [Read more...]
The Best Food Cart, Trailer, and Truck Dining in Austin

To get started, you need to get the free Austin Food Cart iphone app available for download that will make it easy to browse through restaurants to find your favorite food cart, trailer, or truck in Austin. These portable restaurants are popping up everywhere in Austin, and they are becoming an staple in our food culture. This new trend has opened up an... [Read more...]


