March 25, 2020 | In In the Press

Round Rock Mayor Craig Morgan, the Greater Round Rock Community Foundation, the Round Rock Chamber and Dell Technologies announced today a new collaboration to assist local small businesses impacted by the coronavirus.  “Our entire community is concerned about what recent COVID–19 disruptions to business operations may mean for our local small businesses, and for the families of their employees,” Mayor Morgan said. “Many read more

March 19, 2020 | In In the Press

With the closure of local schools amidst the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), we know Round Rock parents are faced with filling long days with learning and activities for their children. We hope this Downtown coloring and activity page helps in read more

January 17, 2020 | In In the Press

Let’s taco bout how mouthwatering this news is! Dos Mary’s Tex-Mex Bar and Grill is officially open for business in Downtown Round Rock. The new restaurant is located at 118 E. Main Street. According to their Facebook page, Dos Mary’s will offer a breakfast, read more

September 12, 2019 | In In the Press

Downtown will play host to six PopUp Art shows this fall in Prete Plaza! The shows will run from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. on Sept. 14 and 28, Oct. 12 and 26, and Nov. 9 and 16. Over 12 artists read more

August 1, 2019 | In In the Press

Celebrate the end of summer with a splashin’ good time at the Prete Plaza fountain! The Round Rock Public Library will host two splash mobs from 11 a.m.-12 p.m and 6:30 -7:30 p.m. on Aug. 5. Bring your water squirters, read more

June 21, 2019 | In Dining • In the Press

This article was originally published in Texas Monthly. Even with all the success he’s enjoyed at Black Iron Barbecue in Pflugerville, John Brotherton had something to prove in Round Rock. He opened Curly’s Carolina, TX Barbeque on Main Street there in 2013 and had read more

March 8, 2019 | In In the Press

1. Spring Break Bash returns to Prete Plaza every weeknight during spring break for toe-tappin’ free concerts for the whole family! The full lineup can be found here. 2. The Round Rock Public Library is hosting FREE events all week read more

February 27, 2019 | In In the Press

According to a recent article in Community Impact Newspaper, a local full-service barbershop is set to relocate to Mays Street right here in Downtown Round Rock. Round Rock Barbershop, currently located inside The Salons at Crossing Point (2800 S. Interstate read more

January 22, 2019 | In In the Press

Downtown will welcome a creative new space in spring 2019 at 110 South Mays Street. The Inspired Studio will feature a large coworking space that will also be available for community events and creative workshops. The owner, Nycia Emerson, aims read more

January 18, 2019 | In In the Press

This article was originally published in Community Impact. The Ruby Hotel, located at 400 Fannin Ave., Round Rock, is now taking reservations for Feb. 14 and beyond as the boutique hotel nears completion. A grand opening will likely be held in late read more

December 7, 2018 | In Dining • In the Press

Update: Liberty Barbecue will officially open at 103 E. Main Street at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 7. The restaurant will be open for dinner service only for the first week of operation. Regular business hours will be 11 a.m.-11 read more

December 6, 2018 | In In the Press

Get ready to delight in the lights this season. Gather your family and friends for a festive stroll through Downtown Round Rock. From December 1st through the 31st, enjoy the dazzle of holiday lights as they sparkle, twinkle and glow read more

December 6, 2018 | In In the Press

We’re partnering with Round Rock Arts to host Pop-up art shows right at home on Main Street here in historic Downtown Round Rock! In December, downtown will host two shows, on Dec. 1 and Dec. 15, just in time for folks read more

October 4, 2018 | In In the Press

Downtown is the place to be Oct. 5 and 6! The 9th annual Chalk Walk Arts Festival will return to Centennial Plaza this weekend with plenty of art, music and food for the whole family. Hundreds of artists will create read more

October 2, 2018 | In In the Press

October brings pumpkins, ghouls and ghosts and the first ever fall Music on Main concert series to Downtown Round Rock! Head to Prete Plaza every Wednesday in October from 6-8 p.m. for free live music in your favorite hometown. Don’t read more

August 14, 2018 | In Dining • In the Press

Donut worry, be happy! A recent article published by Eater Austin lists Round Rock Donuts as one of the best places to grab fried dough in the Austin area. And really, it’s no surprise. From plain glazed, to chocolate covered, read more

July 31, 2018 | In Construction • In the Press

Improvements are coming to East Main Street in early 2019. Round Rock City Council voted at a regularly scheduled meeting Thursday, July 26 to approve a final design contract with Studio 16:19 for the project. Improvements include six parklets along East Main Street from read more

May 18, 2018 | In In the Press

  Penfold Theatre Company presents “Much Ado About Nothing” free-of-charge from 8 to 10 p.m., Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings May 31-June 23. The production will take place at the Centennial Plaza amphitheater in Downtown Round Rock. Much Ado About read more

March 5, 2018 | In Events • In the Press

Downtown Round Rock is the place to be for toe-tappin’ fun for the whole family! The sixth annual Music on Main music series will bring boot scootin’ good times every Wednesday from March 21 to May 9 from 6 to read more

January 12, 2018 | In In the Press

Enjoy an afternoon of tea, cookies and a side of helping your local library! The Friends of the Round Rock Public Library are hosting an afternoon tea from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, January 13, Round Rock Public Library meeting read more