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The Food Justice Mini Grants program awarded $75,000 in grants to those leading transformative change in Austin’s food system

Pet adoption fees will be waived throughout October and at the celebratory event on October 7th.

The 2023 Texas State Legislature passed new regulations on how cities may collect parkland dedication (PLD) fees.

Due to the safety risks, the leaning tree at Barton Springs known as "Flo" will be removed on October 5 when Barton Springs Pool is closed.

Austin recently celebrated a major renovation of historic Brush Square Park and the O. Henry Museum. With a resurfaced court, new lighting and additional park benches, Garrison District park basketball court is the city’s newest upgraded facility.

All units in the development will be income restricted at or below 60% MFI

Winter Basketball

Registration will be available November 5 through December 1. Space is limited, and registration is first come, first served.

APH urges precautions to protect against mosquitoes

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department received a Preservation Texas Honor Award on Thursday, September 21.

The Elisabet Ney Museum presents Re-Imagining the Ney: A Community Art Bash on October 21.

Cooling Centers and Misting Canopies Wind Down with Cooler Temperatures

Greater & Greener 2026, the premier international event exploring the transformative potential of urban parks, will be hosted in Austin.