Central Texas Housing Market Adjusts Amid Challenging Economic Conditions After building momentum earlier in 2026, the Central Texas housing market faced renewed pressure in September as rising mortgage rates made homeownership more expensive. Closed sales across the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos M

  The United States Grand Prix is October 23–25 at Circuit of the Americas. If you have a ticket, you already know. This is for everyone else: the neighborhoods that will feel it, where to watch the race, and what is still worth doing in Del Valle, southeast Austin, and Buda that weekend. The weeken

  Halloween in Central Texas is not one downtown party. It is a Thursday night at a park in Georgetown, a Saturday morning on Center Street in Kyle, and a Friday afternoon when downtown Round Rock hands out candy. Here is where to take the kids between now and October 31, city by city. Times can mov

The holiday season is sneaking into Austin, one event at a time. November brings twinkling lights, festive markets, live music, local art, food festivals, and plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy the cooler days. Whether you're easing into the holidays or holding onto fall for just a little

Central Texas Housing Market Adjusts as Buyers Navigate Changing Economic Conditions After building momentum through the first half of 2026, the Central Texas housing market showed signs of adjustment in August as buyers continued to navigate higher interest rates and broader economic uncertainty. R

  October is when Austin really leans into fall. The weather starts to cool down, football takes over the weekends, and the city fills up with concerts, festivals, food events and plenty of Halloween fun. From Austin City Limits to Formula 1, Oktoberfest celebrations to spooky nights, October 2026 h

    Pumpkin season is back, and Central Texas is ready for fall. From picking pumpkins and wandering through corn mazes to hayrides, farm animals and full-blown fall festivals, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the season around Austin. We’ve rounded up some of the local spots worth adding to your f

    Football season is here, and you don’t have to go far to find a good game-day spot. Local favorites across Central Texas are ready with big screens, cold drinks, good food, and plenty of team spirit. Here are some of the best places to catch the game close to home! Liberty Hill Slot-T Beer Co. 9

  September brings a packed calendar of concerts, festivals, movies, motorsports, football, and plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors. From legendary musicians and fast-moving race cars to free museum adventures and Austin’s famous bats, the city has no shortage of reasons to get out and explore. Her

Friday night lights are back, and Texas is ready to trade summer nights for stadium lights, marching bands, and plenty of football fever! After weeks of workouts, practices, and preseason scrimmages, high school teams across the state are ready to kick off another season. For Texas fans, football is

  Austin-area home sales rose 4.4% to 2,739 closings across the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos MSA in July, according to the latest Unlock MLS report. The median price edged up 1.0% to $435,000, and total dollar volume climbed 6.9% to more than $1.6 billion. Pending sales also increased 4.1% to 2,833,

  Labor Day is just around the corner, and Austin is ready for a fun-filled weekend! Enjoy live music, delicious food, local festivals, outdoor adventures, and family-friendly activities happening throughout the city. It’s the perfect opportunity to get out, explore Austin, and make the most of the

Mid-Year Market Update: Central Texas Housing Continues to Build Momentum Six months into 2026, one thing has become increasingly clear: the Central Texas housing market has found its footing. After several years of adjustment, the first half of this year has been defined by something we haven't see

  Summer still has a few tricks up its sleeve. August is bringing big concerts, fun festivals, sporting events, and plenty of ways to enjoy the city before summer ends. Here are some of the best events to add to your calendar this month. What’s New in Austin? Cotaland Opens Summer of 2026 | Circuit

A new school year marks the beginning of new opportunities, fresh experiences, and exciting milestones for students of all ages. As families prepare for the return to the classroom, having the right school supplies is one of the simplest ways to help students feel organized, confident, and ready for

Pizza night is always a good idea, especially when you're in Austin. The city is home to everything from classic New York-style slices to authentic Neapolitan pies, Detroit-style squares, and creative local favorites. No matter what kind of pizza you're craving, there's a spot worth adding to your l

Central Texas Housing Market Carries Spring Momentum Into Summer One of the biggest questions facing the Central Texas housing market this spring was whether buyer activity would continue once mortgage rates moved off their earlier lows. The May data suggest the answer is yes. According to the May 2

July in Austin is when the city fully embraces summer. The days may be hot, but the calendar is even hotter, packed with fireworks, live music, outdoor theater, festivals, sporting events, and plenty of reasons to get out of the house. Whether you're spending Independence Day under a sky full of fir

  Austin summers are known for the heat, but locals know the best part happens after dark. Once the sun sets and the air cools down, the city shifts into full swing—live music fills the streets, patios buzz with energy, outdoor events come alive, and the skyline views hit differently. If you want to

  Austin summers are made for getting in the water. Enjoy a day at a water park, relax in a spring-fed pool, or explore a natural swimming hole tucked into Hill Country scenery. City Pools Barton Springs Pool 2131 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746 No Austin summer list would be complete without Ba