Traveling with kids can be an adventure itself, especially when you’re stuck at an airport waiting for your flight. But at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), it’s different. We think it’s important that families have options to keep little ones entertained and engaged while waiting for a flight or layover. Here’s our list of the top things you and your tyke can do on your next visit to AUS:
Keeping Busy in the Terminal
Toy Joy: Toy Joy is an Austin favorite amongst kids and adults! Located right by Gate 12, the store offers a range of new- and old-school toys from Pipsticks stickers and coloring books to kaleidos…
Greetings, Earthlings! Descending upon your world is an experience like none other: A Total Solar Eclipse. On Monday, April 8 at around 1:35 p.m. CT, locals and visitors in the region will be in the path of totality to see an extraordinary show. And as the countdown begins for the event that’s in less than 2 weeks, our city and airport are planning to welcome lots of visitors. Eclipse chasers from all corners of the globe are flocking here to witness this once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon, and we couldn't be more excited to host them.
While we eagerly anticipate another reason to look up at the sky, the event on April 8th may impact travel acros…
At Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), there’s more to our terminal and grounds than brisket and planes. As you take a trip through AUS, you’ll discover a diverse tapestry of artistic expressions, all from local artists. From interactive and virtual reality installations to timeless paintings, there's something for every art aficionado.
Rotating Exhibits and Permanent Art
One of the defining features of our airport’s art scene is the historic, permanent artwork mixed with the fresh take of artistic expression in the rotating exhibits. A few defining pieces from the permanen…
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) invites surrounding airport neighbors, the traveling public, Central Texas residents and YOU to an open house this April to learn about what’s happening at the airport, including upcoming improvements and expansion projects.
Attend the AUS Open House!
Date: Saturday, April 27, 2024
Time: 10:3…
Hey there, fellow Austinites! As the warm breezes of spring and summer roll in, one of our other favorite cities, London, transforms into a playground of unique experiences, tantalizing flavors, and captivating sights. If you're itching for a getaway that's equal parts culture and adventure, then pack your bags because London is calling!
Treat Your Taste Buds
Let's kick things off with a culinary journey through the streets of London. From Michelin-starred masterpieces to trendy eateries, there's something to satisfy every craving. S…
On March 3, 2014, British Airways and the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) cut the ribbon to celebrate the first-ever transatlantic service from Austin with nonstop flights to London. A decade later, British Airways and AUS reunited for a gate event to celebrate their anniversary and say “cheers” once again!
From flight attendants arriving with their contagious smiles and cowboy hats to speeches from airport and City officials, we were “chuffed” to toast to the past ten years of connecting over 1.25 million customers back and forth across the pond from AUS.
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As you make plans for summer travel and getaways, we want to make sure you’re getting the absolute most out of your trip through Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). That’s why, for this ultimate guide of our airport, we’re looking at ten services at AUS that are dedicated to our favorite people: Passengers <3
- The Sunflower Lanyard Program: AUS takes pride in being part of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard Program, which supports passengers with non-visible disabilities such as Crohn’s disease, autism, dementia, and others. The program ensures that those w…
One thing about us Austinites is that we know how to have fun during Spring Break, and with SXSW, NASCAR, Texas Relays, and Rodeo Austin, others want to join in on the fun and we attract tons of travelers from all over. Every year, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) seems to outmatch a previous year's record, so we don’t anticipate diverting from the large crowd we saw in March 2023 (a total of 1,941,044 people were screened at AUS).
That said, and safely saying the next part: you should expect a busy terminal st…
You can’t be the Live Music Capital of the World’s airport without 10-foot-tall guitars towering over travelers as they get into town. “Eight Guitars” is one of the many pièce de résistance of AUS, an art installation strumming with the spirit of the city outside our curbside doors.
But there’s more to this art installation than meets that tired, post-flight eye. These famous guitars sit atop our baggage claim carousels, and are made of fiberglass and decorated with the minds of local creatives. Commissioned by Gibson Guitars almost 20 years ago, the guitars are now part of the …
We’re back with another ultimate guide covering an ultimate topic: Music. At AUS, music meets travel in perfect harmony and has been for years. Our music program is dedicated to bringing the soul and sounds of Austin to our airport, and they make it happen at one of our EIGHT stages (and one traveling tye-dye piano) throughout the week. We host lineups that will rock your socks off. So let’s take a look at the music scene at AUS!
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First up, get ready to be wowed at the Asleep at the Wheel mainstage, which is our largest stage, boisterously nestled between the Saxon Pub and Earl Campbell’s Taco Truck. The stage can fit…