Zilker Eagle reopens after derailing, temporarily closing
The Zilker Eagle has reopened after it derailed Sunday morning. Train officials say someone placed a large rock on the tracks which caused the train to derail.
Zilker Eagle reopens in Zilker Park for first time in five years
At long last, the Zilker Eagle is back on track. The miniature train is once again offering rides in Zilker Park for the first time in almost five years.
Zilker Eagle miniature train returns after being closed for nearly 5 years
The miniature train is back on the tracks in Zilker Park. The Zilker Eagle will open to the public this week after being closed for nearly five years.
Austin's Zilker Shuttle in full swing for the summer
The Zilker Shuttle is in full swing on the streets of Austin for the summer. It operates on weekends and holidays, picking up riders from designated stops at no cost.
ACL Radio's Blues on the Green announces 2024 lineup
Blues on the Green is back for its 2024 season this June in Zilker Park after it was canceled and then uncanceled earlier this year.
99-year-old Barton Springs Road bridge to be replaced, Austin City Council says
The bridge over Barton Creek on Barton Springs Road will be replaced in the coming years after the Austin City Council approved a $9 million contract to design a new bridge.
Austin officials looking for owners of emus found at Zilker Park
The City of Austin and the Austin Zoo are working to find the owners of some exotic birds that were running loose in Zilker Park. Animal protection officers received several calls about the emus.
ABC Kite Festival returns to Zilker Park
An Austin tradition continued in Zilker Park as many Austinites took part in the 96th annual ABC Kite Festival.
Emus found running loose in Austin park
Two stray emus were found running loose at Zilker Park, according to the Austin Animal Center.
Zilker Park train arrives; opening date to be determined
Zilker Park is one step closer to having a miniature train again.
Blues on the Green back on after approval from city council, more funding
Blues on the Green is back on due to the Austin City Council's approval of Resolution 23 and increased financial support from H-E-B.
Austin city leaders make effort to save Blues on the Green
Austin City Council members are making an effort to save Blues on the Green.
Drilling underway on new monitoring well at Zilker Park
The Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District is installing two new wells in South Austin to monitor the Edwards Aquifer.
Heavy rains overflow creeks, streams in Central Texas
Heavy rains across Central Texas quickly flooded creeks and streams with storm water Monday, prompting road and park closures.
Austin's Blues on the Green 2024 season canceled
Blues on the Green, the annual summer concert series at Zilker Park, is canceling its upcoming summer season.
Austin's Trail of Lights closes due to weather
Due to the rain, organizers of Austin's Trail of Lights have made the decision to close for the evening.
Holiday tree recycling: Curbside collection, Zilker Park drop off events return
The city of Austin has been offering holiday tree recycling for over thirty years, giving Austinites' holiday trees new life as mulch and compost.
59th annual Austin Trail of Lights kicks off in Zilker Park
The grand opening for the 59th annual Trail of Lights was held at Zilker Park Friday evening.
Austin lights up Zilker Park Holiday Tree
Austin's iconic Zilker Park Holiday Tree is back, lit up in all its glory. The city kicked off the season with carols and a few talented young artists.
Zilker Tree Lighting to kick off holiday season on Nov. 26
The winners of the Zilker Tree Art Contest will help flip the switch on the 57th annual tree on Sunday, Nov. 26.