The best things to do in Georgetown

“8,000-seat arena presenting concerts, pro ice hockey & basketball games, family shows & more.”

“Sprawling recreation area with swimming pools, water slides & a lazy river, plus fast-food eateries.”

“Gym hosting tumbling, cheer and trampoline classes, plus birthday bashes.”

“Indoor recreation center offering arcade games, laser tag, and go-karts, plus a full kitchen.”

“Play the same historic fairways where Ben Crenshaw and Tom Kite learned under Harvey Penick, on a Perry Maxwell design shaded by oaks, pecans and maples. Riverside Golf Course pairs classic Austin golf vibes with a legit practice setup and the Blue In Green Grill and Watering Hole to refuel after birdie hunts.”

From the Austin newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Craving button-mashing with a side of burgers and beer, Pixel Palace Arcade & Bar packs classic arcade games and pinball, a full kitchen, 20 beers on tap, and signature cocktails. Swing by for Throwdown Thursdays or friendly tourneys from MTG to Street Fighter, then chill in the basement gameroom.”

From the Round Rock newsletter, August 4, 2026

“The Round Rock sits in Brushy Creek, the table-shaped stone that once marked a low-water wagon crossing for early settlers, with hundred-year-old wheel ruts still etched nearby. It’s a five-minute history flex this week and a tiny field trip between errands that reminds you exactly why Round Rock is called Round Rock.”

From the Round Rock newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Whether you need to run out kid energy or settle a rivalry, Tom Foolerys Adventure Park packs 80,000 square feet of indoor fun inside Kalahari Resort with a ropes course, climbing obstacles, a zip line, bowling, laser tag, mini golf, and an arcade of 250 games. Rally the crew this week and play.”

“Sneak in a round at The Club at Berry Creek, an 18-hole championship layout on 115 acres with yardages from 5,017 to 6,600. Then hang for tennis or pickleball, a swim, the fitness studio, and legit clubhouse dining, aka Georgetown’s family hangout in country-club clothing.”

“Round up the crew and hit Austin’s, where go-karts, bumper boats, mini golf, batting cages, laser tag, an indoor roller coaster, arcade hits, and bowling keep everyone moving while the REVL Social Club brings billiards, darts, and a surprisingly good Bar & Grill menu. One stop, weekend handled.”

“Georgetown Country Club is a member-owned, family-focused spot where the San Gabriel River sneaks into your round eleven times and the classic, wooded layout keeps you honest. Line up a round this week, then stay for tennis, pickleball, swimming, and an easy dinner at Cask and Cork with the neighbors.”

From the Georgetown newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Indoor swimming facility with a seating area that offers multiple views, plus a new outdoor pool.”

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“This modern theater features snazzy motion seats, plus elevated snacks at the concession stand.”

“Golf club set in the Hill Country with creeks, ponds, and rolling hills.”

“Refined club, home to a championship golf course overlooking the river, with a tennis court, a pool and a gym.”

“Golf course and driving range with practice facilities and a cafe selling beer.”

“Golf course with sand traps and water features, plus challenges on the holes.”

“Film-themed mini golf courses are the main draw of this lively venue, which also features a full bar karaoke rooms, and food.”

“American fare served at plush chairs in 7 theaters, plus 4 general-admission theaters & a lobby bar.”

“4 golf courses, 11 tennis courts & spa services, plus multiple dining rooms in the Hill Country.”

“Golf course with a driving range and cafe, plus friendly service and manicured greens.”

“Upscale cinema chain with plush seating, gourmet light bites & cocktails, plus in-theater service.”

“Rolling 18-hole golf course & a hilltop clubhouse with a café, ballroom & well-stocked pro shop.”

“Family-friendly outdoor course with 18 holes, hole-in-one markers, landscaping and shaded benches.”

“Well-kept 18-hole championship course with a clubhouse, plus a pro shop.”

“Casual, straightforward, and well-maintained course, providing driving practice as well as 18 holes.”

“Helpful center featuring information and a staffed literature display.”

“Family-friendly chain offering a sports-bar-style setting for American food & arcade games.”

“Films, food & microbrews in 6 stadium-seating dining areas. No ticket required for lobby & bar.”

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“Monster-themed mini-golf chain featuring a glow-in-the-dark indoor course, plus arcade games & a DJ.”

“Attraction consisting of a well-done mural commemorating Austin's founding.”

“Operating since 1948, this family-owned pair of courses features whales, castles & giant shoes.”

“Chain offering various themed rooms where participants solve puzzles to escape.”

“Public golf course with well-kept fairways and greens plus a practice area.”

“Lighted golf facility featuring driving ranges, a putting green & a chipping practice area.”

“Scenic 18-hole course set in the Texas Hill Country with varying degrees of difficulty.”

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“Locally owned cinema showing indie, documentary & foreign films, with reserved seating, bar & cafe.”

“Small chain movie theater with a retro vibe, high-backed stadium seating & extended food menu.”

“Country club with a golf course, tennis center, and patio, plus a venue for weddings and other events.”

“Daily-fee 18-hole coursefeaturing scenic views and a luxurious clubhouse.”