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5 of My Favorite Downtowns Around Greater Austin | Where to Eat, Shop, Wander & Spend a Saturday
One of my favorite things about living in the Greater Austin area is that you don't have to head into downtown Austin every time you want something fun to do.
Some of the communities surrounding Austin have really great downtown areas of their own—places where you can grab brunch, wander through locally owned shops, find a patio for a drink, catch live music, or make an entire Saturday out of doing a whole lot of nothing. (My favorite kind of Saturday.)
And they're all a little different.
Some are polished and bustling. Some still have that old-school Texas charm. And a few have changed so much in recent years that they're worth another visit if you haven't been in a while.
If I were picking five of my favorite downtowns around Greater Austin, these are the ones I'd put on the list.
- Historic D...
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Celebrating Community and Culture: The Red Poppy Festival in Georgetown, TX
Welcome to the vibrant city of Georgetown, Texas, where every spring, the streets burst into a riot of color and festivity with the annual Red Poppy Festival. This beloved event, steeped in local history and charm, celebrates the beauty of the iconic red poppy flower while bringing together residents and visitors alike for a weekend of fun, music, and community spirit. This year is the 25th annual Red Poppy Festival so the city of Georgetown is gearing up for three days full of red poppy fun!
The Origin Story
During World War I, seeds from poppies in Europe found their way to Georgetown, Texas, thanks to Henry Purl Compton, affectionately known as "Okra," a member of the American Expeditionary Forces. He sent them to his mother, who planted them at her home on 507 East 7th Street. From there, the poppies spread naturally...
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City Spotlight | Georgetown, TX
Hey y'all! If you're anything like me, you know there's no place like Texas, and within the Lone Star State, there's no place like Georgetown. That's right, I said it! This quaint town is just the slice of heaven that you've been searching for, whether you're a buyer or seller. Don't believe me? Sit tight, partner. I'm about to school you on why Georgetown is the bee's knees.
With a population hovering around 86,507, according to the U.S. Census Bureau population estimation in July 2022, Georgetown offers the perfect mix of small-town charm and big-c...
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