r/Austin 22m ago

Ask Austin Group 1 toyota experiences wanted

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Anybody have a crazy story about group 1 toyota of north austin? I recently got a car then and it has been a WILD ride y'all. I feel like I can't be the only one.


r/Austin 24m ago

Pics Lucky me seeing this Kestrel in South Austin; not so lucky grasshopper!🦗🦅

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r/Austin 1h ago

TEACH ME HOW TO DJ BASS MUSIC

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Can someone point me to how to learn how to make my own bass music DJ sets. Are there classes or anything?


r/Austin 1h ago

News Fire on S Congress and Barton Springs?

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I see smoke coming out of the parking garage curious if anyone knows what’s going on


r/Austin 1h ago

Ask Austin Vinyl record collector events and tips?

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Hey ATX! I love collecting vinyl records (mostly hip-hop, but lots of other genres too) and I’m wondering if any other local enthusiasts can point me towards more events or local tips. 🎶

Here’s what’s on my radar so far:
- Local record shops, each with their own character (I mostly know the crates at Waterloo, Breakaway and End of an Ear)
- Austin Record Convention in May and October
- Digging at thrift shops, estate sales, and garage sales

Anyone know if there are other vinyl meet-ups, discord servers, swap networks, flea markets with records, or perhaps another convention that I haven’t found yet?

Thanks in advance!


r/Austin 1h ago

IC 1396 the elephant trunk nebula form pflugerville

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IC 1396 the elephant trunk nebula. Located about 2400 light years away the nebula is a site of new star formation with some stars being only 100,000 years old or so.

this is one of the longest exposures ive ever done. 30 hours of data in my backyard. processed to bring out the colors of the hydrogen and oxygen in the nebula.


r/Austin 2h ago

I want to go to more plays

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Big plays, small plays, just more live theater. I am aware that Zach has some and that Hyde Park Theatre does much smaller productions.

Anywhere else I should look?


r/Austin 2h ago

Ask Austin Help! I need Beer Cave and Walk-In Store Fridge Recommendations

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Posting this question for a non Reddit account holding friend.

“Before you pass judgement, yes, I am a heat weenie and accept that Central Texas is not the best place for me. Moving on, I need your guys’ help. It’s been hot for too long and need the sweet relief of frigid air. What are best beer caves or public walk-in freezers/fridges in Austin that I can literally chill out in for 5-10 minutes?“


r/Austin 2h ago

As state takeover pressure mounts, union says Austin ISD will close another middle school

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The Austin school district is making plans to close Paredes Middle School after district leaders concluded the campus is expected to receive a fourth consecutive failing accountability rating from the state for the 2025-26 school year, according to a statement posted Wednesday by employee union Education Austin. The decision comes just months after Superintendent Matias Segura pledged to avoid additional school closures. https://austincurrent.org/2026/07/22/austin-austinisd-school-closure-paredes-middle-school/


r/Austin 2h ago

Who decides what Austin saves? Inside the battles over the city’s historic buildings

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r/Austin 2h ago

Ask Austin Anybody know of places that sell Tyler Diva Glamorous wash detergent?

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Looking for places in North Austin! Thanks


r/Austin 2h ago

News This is extremely sad news, Kaylee Hottle, a young actress who appeared in the Godzilla movies has died in a auto accident. Kaylee was a student at the Texas School for the Deaf here in Austin

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r/Austin 3h ago

News Austin Council Member Vanessa Fuentes announces cancer diagnosis ahead of City Hall return

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r/Austin 3h ago

Ask Austin What is Dog’s Head? A guide to Austin’s biggest proposed development

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r/Austin 3h ago

Ask Austin Estradiol patch shortage - who’s got it in stock?

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Apparently there is a major estradiol (estrogen) patch shortage right now. What pharmacies in town have this in stock?


r/Austin 4h ago

Property Tax Protest Results

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I got my property tax protest back from Five Stone today. They dropped it 14% from initial to final appraised value. East Austin. What y’all get?


r/Austin 4h ago

News After 20 years, Austin to begin construction on former Home Depot site off St. Johns

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r/Austin 4h ago

Ask Austin How safe is hippie hollow and what precautions should i take!?

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First time goer and i’m nervous-have been exploring the more weird aspects of austin in terms of less clothing and was wondering what if any precautions should i take ? is there a lot of theft should i bring an extra towel as a privacy screen? are creeps a HUGE problem or just kinda annoying

EDIT:want to add that i am a lone girl since my friends don’t want to come-is it safe to go or is bringing someone preferred


r/Austin 4h ago

Ask Austin How much are you paying (with tip) to get your hair cut and/or colored?

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r/Austin 4h ago

Dinghy/ Sunfish Sailboat Rental

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Hello all, I'm looking to rent something like a Sunfish Sailboat, but coming up short. I see there was a place called Austin Sailboat Rentals that had these available, but looks like they're now closed. Anyone know of business renting these out? Thanks


r/Austin 5h ago

Church Recommendation in Central Austin

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Hello! I’m looking for recommendations for a church in Austin. We’re motivated to start going again because we’d like to get our daughter baptized.

My wish list would be:
- Great sermons, preferably fairly intellectual. I love when they incorporate history or etymology, for example.
- Traditional music
- Liberal values (though if possible, I’d prefer minimal politics)
- Centrally located, easily accessible from downtown / S Congress
- I grew up Presbyterian so Presbyterian or similar would be ideal

I’d love to hear any recommendations for kind, welcoming, intelligent church communities for us to join! Thank you!


r/Austin 5h ago

Purple Martins in Round Rock last night

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We had to get a few things from HEB anyway, so we went a little further to the location on Louis Henna around sunset. It's amazing seeing thousands of Martins swarming before they roost for the night. Travis Audobon is doing watch parties, but it should be like this every night for the next few weeks.


r/Austin 5h ago

Music 8 1/2 Souvenirs - Happy Feet

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r/Austin 5h ago

‘Is this a want or is this a need?’: City, citizens discuss allocations to city services in proposed budget

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r/Austin 5h ago

News Lake Austin’s invasive plants are spreading. The city is weighing an unusual response

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The city of Austin could lower Lake Austin for the first time in nearly a decade this fall — but city officials remain unconvinced that drawing down the lake would help control an infestation of invasive hydrilla that plagues the waterway.