One of the coolest places on earth to visit is Austin, Texas, and we're not talking about the weather. If you're thinking about taking a trip or you run a bunch of hockey camps and want to take your kids on some sort of weekend getaway, then you should consider Austin, Texas. There is something to do or see for people of all ages. No one is going to get left out of having fun in Austin. It just can't happen. So, turn your television set off in your Toronto lofts and place all your attention on the rest of this article as it'll be sort of visitor's guide to Austin.

Since there is just so much to see and do in Austin such as food product launches and indie rock concerts, we've compiled a handy list for you right here in this article. That way you can just print it off, bring it to your next BBQ catering Toronto event and entice everyone there with reasons why you should all take a trip to Austin.

The first thing you have to do is visit the Austin Museum of Art. It's a must. Throughout the year they have a wide range of exhibits as well as art classes you can take and a store in which you can buy unique gifts, art books, and some handmade jewelery as well. There are so many cool paintings and drawings in the museum that you will never once think you've seen something twice. Everything in the Austin Museum of Art stands on its own merits.

One of the reasons why Austin is such a wonderful place to visit is because of all the festivals that take place there. It's called the "Live Music Capitol of the World" for a reason. That's because there are so many great live music venues around town. A lot of these venues are home to some of the music and film festivals Austin hosts. Like South by Southwest (SXSW), the Fun Fun Fun Fest, Austin Film Festival, and Austin City Limits Music Festival. Pack up your food, water and bamboo diapers for the kids, and enjoy a day of listening to such amazing bands like Broken Social Scene, The National and The Hold Steady.

You also never know when a movie may be shooting in Austin and you could find yourself as an extra in the background. Since Austin is such a unique looking town, its backdrop has been the scene for many movie locations such as Dazed and Confused, Blank Check and Grindhouse. We could keep telling you about all the places to see and things to do in Austin but we really recommend you come to Austin and explore what else Austin has to offer on your own!