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Here's your plan for floating on a donut boat with friends, snacks, games, and your dog. Watch the video 👇

Shade, snacks and slow vibes— steer your own don’t boat with friends, games, real dishes, and even your dog! 

Float & Feast on a Donut Love Boat

Relax on a unique donut-shaped boat at 'Love and Boat' in Austin, enjoying games, music, and a BYO picnic with pets welcome.

Donut Boat Ride

✅ Before you go
• Pack your favorite lunch and drinks!
• Pack your sunscreen! The boat has shade but still good to cover up. 

💪 Pro tips
• They provide some drinks, board games and a Bluetooth speaker 
• Bring a cooler with ice if you want, and a doggy bowl.
• Get there 15 min early for parking and to get settled; and to snap some cute boat pics 

Enjoy a day on the lake on a donut! 

If you're looking for a shaded spot on the water

to hang out with your friends and your dog,

We spent 2 hours floating on this doughnut shaped boat,

and it was honestly the most chill way to spend the afternoon.

and my dog was living her best life in the wind.

You can check it out and book your own float on their website.

Head to Austin’s newest holiday market for some shopping! 

Downtown Holiday Market Shopping 🎄

Shop for unique holiday gifts, enjoy free apple cider, and catch live music at the Oh What Fun market in Republic Square, Austin. Free entry until Dec 24!

Holiday Market Shopping

✅ Before you go
•The market runs Nov 20- Dec 24th (Thurs to Sun)
• Thurs, Fri, Sun - 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday - 9:00 am - 8:00 pm 


💪 Pro tips
• There was plenty of street parking on 4th street.
• Check out their calendars for upcoming events and performances. 



Oh What Fun

This is your one stop shop for holiday gifts and a day out with your girlfriends.

there's live music or even workout classes,

but I loved how each stall had unique items.

And if you're still shopping for that perfect gift for friends or family,

The market is free entry and runs until Christmas Eve,

and they're even handing out freebies like free apple cider.

Here's your plan for a Die Hard-themed Christmas pop-up with games, drinks, food, and movie screenings.  
Watch the video 👇

Enjoy the Die Hard Christmas Pop Up at Saturn Cocktail Club with incredible happy hour specials and tons of movie references and games.

Die Hard Christmas Pop Up with Happy Hr Deals

Experience a Die Hard-themed Christmas pop-up at Saturn Cocktail Club with movie-inspired decor, games, happy hour deals, and themed drinks and snacks.

Themed Cocktails & Games

✅ Before you go
• Check out their website here to see their food and drink menu: https://www.saturnatx.com.
• Follow their Instagram page for events here: https://www.instagram.com/saturnatx/?hl=en.
• They have movie nights on Tuesdays throughout the holidays and will be playing different Die Hard movies on repeat.
• They have live music and DJs from Thursday through Saturday.
• Guests are encouraged to dress on theme if they’re really feeling it in their best 1980s office party outfits, Hand Gruber get ups or a John McClane white tank (but shoes are required 😁).
• You can host parties or private events here as well.  You just need to submit a request through their website.

💪 Pro tips
• They have happy hours daily from 4-7 pm where they offer “Happy Meals,” which includes a Saturn Ripper (Hot Dog), fries, a High Life and a shot for $10. They also have plenty of $8 classic cocktails during Happy Hour.
• For food, I recommend the LA Hot Dog (bacon wrapped, sautéed onions, bell pepper, jalapeños) and the Smoked Wings. Personally, I enjoyed the Lemon Pepper flavor for the wings.  They also offer Buffalo, Garlic Parm, and Curry Carolina BBQ as other flavor options for wings.
• For drinks, I recommend the I Am An Exceptional Thief (Spiced tea-infused Bacardi Ocho, blackstrap molasses, ginger, sweet vermouth, caramelized milk powder) and the Universal Terrorist Playbook (Illegal mezcal hot chocolate, creole shrub, cinnamon whip).

Head to Saturn Cocktail Club

If you are a fan of the movie Die Hard and you love the holidays, then this plan is for you.

It is a bar located on Congress Avenue downtown.

They have a full Die Hard themed Christmas pop-up bar with so many Easter eggs that reference the movie.

They have a ton of games and activities that you can enjoy from video games to board games.

The movie references in this bar are so well thought out.

They even have a fire hose reference that you can swing on.

At a certain point, you’ll want some food and drinks.

They have happy hours every day from 4 to 7 p.m. where they offer Happy Meals, which includes a hot dog, fries, a High Life, and a shot for just $10.

In addition, they play different Die Hard movies weekly on multiple screens for you to enjoy while you eat, drink and have fun.

They set up specific scenes from the movie in the bar as well.

For drinks, personally, I recommend the Universal Terrorist Playbook and The I Am An Exceptional Thief.

Both were delicious and they hit the spot.

We chose Lemon Pepper flavor and enjoyed it.

So, see the notes for more details and make it happen soon.

Here's your plan for savoring a 4-course Southern-inspired gourmet meal at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Watch the video 👇

Enjoy a fine dining experience at a Southern influenced Michelin restaurant.

Elevated Dining at a Michelin Star Restaurant

Dine at Olamaie, a Michelin-starred Austin gem offering innovative Southern cuisine in a refined setting. Savor a four-course meal and exquisite cocktails for a memorable evening.

Fine Dining Experience

✅ Before you go
• Reservations are strongly recommended.  For reservations, check out their website here: https://www.olamaieaustin.com.
• You may be able to get a walk-in seat at the bar, but it is not guaranteed and reservations are the best way to ensure you get a table.
• There is indoor and outdoor seating available.
• It is a bit pricey with costs of $150-$200 per person.

💪 Pro tips
• They offer 4 course meals (3 savory and 1 dessert). Each course will offer 3-4 options for you to select from.
• My recommendations for food are the Wagyu Ribeye, Dayboat Fish, and Oysters “Rockafella.”
• For drinks, they offer cocktails, beer, wine and non-alcoholic options. You can request for wine pairing recommendations with courses as well. My personal favorite drink is the Old Fashioned.

Make Your Way to Olamaie

If you enjoy treating yourself to a fine dining experience, then this plan is a must for you to check out.

It is a Southern influenced restaurant in an elegant, refurbished home.

They have great drink options between cocktails, beer and wine in a small and intimate venue.

They offer 4 course meals (3 savory and 1 dessert).

They have different twists and concepts that you won't see at most restaurants.

Cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious.

My personal favorite dish while I was there.

They even brought out a special treat for us and made us feel special the entire night.

An unbelievable experience that had us smiling the entire evening.

Here's your plan for a funny, heartwarming, and mind-blowing magic show in East Austin. Watch the video 👇

This magic show is equal parts mind-blowing, funny, and heartwarming, and you’ve gotta check it out if you get the chance!

Mind-blowing magic show 🪄

Catch a mind-blowing, funny, and heartwarming magic show at East Austin Comedy Club in Holly—grab tickets early and enjoy an affordable, interactive night!

Magic show

✅ Before you go
• Snag tix for his next show here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stand-up-magic-austin-21-tickets-940552607167?aff=NudgeAustinDecember

💪 Pro tips
• His shows always sell out, so make sure you get tix quickly! 
• There’s never a drink min - he does a great job keeping his shows affordable
• Arrive early to snag seats near the front (but don’t worry - you can get picked to be part of a trick even if you’re in the back!)