Robin Hughes

Take a stroll to the city's liveliest and most polished professional ZACH Theatre, where they create exceptional experiences that inspire and engage the Austin community. ZACH's national impact cultivates empathy, ignites joy, and transforms lives. They have earned recognition and accolades from influential organizations, such as the National Endowment for the Arts, The Shubert Foundation, The New York Times, and numerous theatrical awards.

The breathtaking beauty and unusual construction of the Texas Capitol are the stuff of legends in the Lone Star State. View artifacts of Texas history, including the original flag from the Battle of San Jacinto, historical paintings, and some of the original Senator desks from 1888. Take a guided tour through the Capitol Building, which has 400 rooms and more than 900 windows. Then check out the Capitol Grounds, which spans 22 acres featuring historical buildings, 17 monuments, and beautifully landscaped lawns.

Book lovers unite and enjoy the Texas Book Festival, where they connect authors and readers through experiences that celebrate the culture of literacy, ideas, and imagination. The annual festival weekend features a variety of author presentations and panels, book signings, cooking demonstrations, programs, and activities for kids of all ages, food trucks, and exhibiting vendors from across the state and country.