Do you have that feeling that your summer season deserves one more adventure getaway? If so, consider making your way to Austin. Our Texas home features all kinds of summer fun that will make sure you and your family deserve. With the summer season winding down so quickly, you may be wondering where you can fit it in. Why not visit over Labor Day Weekend where kids are typically getting ready to start up school again and the adults enjoy an extended week. Labor Day offers all of the summer fun and exclusive events. Take a look at how your 2024 Labor Day weekend in Austin will be.
2024 Labor Day Weekend in Austin
There are so many activities to do over Labor Day Weekend in Austin that it can be hard to narrow them down. However, one activity that can never be missed when visiting the area is seeing the famous Austin Bats take flight at dusk. Throughout the summer, a colony of Mexican free tailed bats can be found nesting below the Congress Avenue Bridge right here in town. Fret not, as the bats are harmless when left alone. Each evening at sundown the bats will take flight into the sky to go hunting for food that consists of insects. It is a true spectacular sight as each bat fills up the darkening sky.
There are a few ways to see the bats. One is to head over to Congress Avenue Bridge early and secure a spot at one of the viewing areas. The bridge fills up quickly so getting there as early as possible is always recommended. However, one of our favorite ways to see the bats is by seeing them from Lady Bird Lake right below the bridge. You can book a cruise from local tour guides that will have you aboard a spacious ferry cruise that will stop right by the bridge giving you a brand new view point for the bats. If you prefer to navigate the lake on your own you can always stop by a local rental shop and pick up a couple kayaks for the evening. Paddle out to the view point and enjoy the bats as you cool off by the water.
More Time to Golf
One of the most popular summer activities no matter where you are at is golfing and that trend continues right here in Austin. You will find that Austin is home to quite a few different public golf courses that will have you teeing off in no time. Falconhead Golf Head offers incredible views of the Hill Country and Lake Travis for a beautiful day on the green. For those who prefer a more family friendly experience simply head on over to Butler Park Pitch & Putt to practice your swings. The whole family will have a ball!
See a Movie at the Drive-In
Nothing quite says summer in the Southwest than catching a movie on the big screen. Instead of seeing a movie at an indoor theater check out one of the remaining drive-in theaters right here in Austin. In fact, the city has a few drive-in theaters still in operation that you can choose from. MoonStruck Drive In can be found over at the Circuit of the Americas and features the newest movies on the big screen. Simply sit back in your car or bring some lawn chairs and set them up in front of your vehicle. Doc’s Drive In Theater is another great option that the adults will love as their snack menu also features adult beverages. Blue Starlite Urban Drive-In is another local favorite found over in the Mueller neighborhood. Check out which one will be closest to your vacation rental in Austin!
Grab Labor Day Weekend Brunch
There is no better way to start your morning on a holiday weekend than by tracking down some delicious brunch. Luckily, Austin is filled with many incredible restaurants that offer a decadent meal for you to enjoy. Lamberts is a local favorite for giant BBQ breakfasts that can be paired with their tomatillo chilaquiles or breakfast Frito pie. The Peached Tortilla’s offers a unique take on brunch with Korean steak and eggs along with their BBQ pork buns. Grabbing brunch does not have to be exclusive to a holiday so make sure to stop by any of these restaurants whenever you visit Austin.
Time to Book Your Next Stay in Austin
Do not wait too long to book your favorite vacation rental with us here in Austin or it might already be taken. Our properties have become a local staple for luxury living with a variety of amenities and close proximity to these Labor Day Weekend activities. Simply click the reserve button on the following page and see Austin for yourself. Contact us to book your stay today!