Explore the elegant side of Austin at the Neill-Cochran House, considered one of the city's three most important historic residences, where you'll discover several rooms decorated with 1780-1925 furniture. Tour the historic home and hear several stories about the many occupants over the years, including the Texas School for the Blind and its occupation by federal troops during Reconstruction. The home is open for daily tours and is a living history lesson on how Austin went from a sleepy outpost to the state capital to the home of one of the largest universities in the country.
Austin Ghost Tours has been researching and investigating Austin’s haunted history for over 25 years. Their stories are original, backed by research, and are often based on personal experience and first-hand accounts. At Austin Haunted Walking Tour, you'll learn the history behind the ghosts residing in downtown Austin’s most haunted locations, including The Driskill Hotel. At Pioneer Farms Investigation, you'll discover a nighttime haunted history walk into the many haunted buildings built in the 1800s. At San Marcos Ghost Tour, you'll discover the fascinating history and hauntings on the Square in downtown San Marcos.
Soar into spring with one of Austin's longest-running traditions, ABC Kite Fest. Join the day-long activities for all ages, including the traditional kite flying contest, a kite-making workshop, face painting, games, contests, rock walls, moonwalks, MossFest, Kids Club, and the Pet Zone.