Smokey J'S Barbeque

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.

Hungry for a taste of Austin but don’t know where to start? Experience the Taste of Austin Pedicabs Tours, where they offer private, pedal-powered tours that highlight Austin’s award-winning cuisine and craft breweries. Their knowledgeable local guides will share stories with you as you journey through Austin’s unique neighborhoods and scenic routes. They will provide you with plenty to eat and drink as you create memorable connections as you relax and enjoy the ride through the vibrant city.

Take a drive across the scenic Pennybacker Bridge, also known as the Loop 360 Boat Ramp, where the weathering steel bridge is said to blend perfectly with the natural environment of Austin and has won several architectural and engineering awards. This three-acre park is for launching and picking up watercraft, as well as access to fishing along the shoreline that is covered by a few bald cypresses and sycamore trees to offer shade.