Wednesday, March 3 · After the awards

Austin Experiences

The conference wraps at 12:20 PM. No lunch served — grab a bite on your way out. Then pick your afternoon adventure. All experiences depart from the JW Marriott.

9 experiences|1,350 total spots|2:00–8:00 PM window|Included with all tickets
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Lake Austin Sunset Cruise

🕐 2:00 – 6:00 PM👥 200 spotsLow
Chill

Board a fleet of private pontoons on Lake Austin for a lazy afternoon on the water. BYOB, swim stops at secluded coves, and unbeatable Hill Country views as the sun drops. Capital Cruises handles the navigation — you handle the networking.

Highlights
Private pontoon fleet (8–12 boats)
BYOB with coolers provided
Swim stops + cliff views
Departs from Walsh Boat Landing
What's included
Boat, captain, ice, coolers, towels
Meeting point
Shuttle from JW Marriott lobby → Walsh Boat Landing
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Texas BBQ Crawl

🕐 1:30 – 5:30 PM👥 120 spotsLow
Social

Skip the line at Austin's legendary pitmasters. A chartered bus hits Franklin Barbecue, la Barbecue, and Micklethwait Craft Meats — the holy trinity of Central Texas BBQ. Beer pairings at each stop. Elastic waistbands encouraged.

Highlights
Franklin Barbecue (pre-arranged, no 4-hr line)
la Barbecue — beef ribs + sausage
Micklethwait — turkey + sides
Local craft beer pairings at each stop
What's included
Charter bus, all BBQ tastings, 3 beers per person
Meeting point
Charter bus from JW Marriott porte-cochère
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Lake Travis Zipline Adventure

🕐 1:30 – 5:30 PM👥 80 spotsHigh
Adrenaline

Take a boat to a private island on Lake Travis and fly across five ziplines — including the 2,800-foot Double Barrel that hits 65 mph. Not for the faint of heart, but absolutely for the group photo.

Highlights
Boat ride to private island
5 ziplines including Double Barrel (2,800 ft)
Speeds up to 65 mph
Full safety briefing + gear provided
What's included
Boat transfer, all ziplines, gear, water, guide
Meeting point
Charter bus from JW Marriott → Lake Travis Zipline dock
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Lady Bird Lake Kayak + Paddleboard

🕐 2:00 – 5:00 PM👥 100 spotsMedium
Active

Guided group paddle through the heart of downtown Austin on Lady Bird Lake. Choose your weapon — kayak or SUP — and cruise past the skyline, under the Congress Avenue Bridge, and end at a waterfront bar for a well-earned cold one.

Highlights
Kayak or stand-up paddleboard — your choice
Guided route through downtown Austin
Views of Congress Bridge + skyline
Ends at waterfront bar
What's included
Kayak or SUP rental, paddle, PFD, guide, one drink at finish
Meeting point
Walk from JW Marriott → Rowing Dock (15 min) or shuttle
RSVP for Lady Bird Lake Kayak + Paddleboard
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Live Music Venue Crawl

🕐 3:00 – 7:00 PM👥 150 spotsLow
Social

This is Austin. You have to hear it live. A walking tour hits four iconic venues — Continental Club, Stubb's, C-Boy's Heart & Soul, and Scoot Inn — with a local music journalist as your guide and artists playing short sets at each stop.

Highlights
Continental Club — the godfather of Austin music
Stubb's — legendary BBQ + live music
C-Boy's Heart & Soul — soul, funk, blues
Scoot Inn — Austin's oldest bar (est. 1871)
What's included
Guided tour, cover charges, one drink per venue
Meeting point
Walk from JW Marriott → South Congress (10 min)
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Rainey Street Bar & Food Truck Hop

🕐 2:00 – 6:00 PM👥 200 spotsLow
Social

Rainey Street's converted bungalow bars and world-class food trucks are peak Austin. Get a curated map, a wristband for skip-the-line at 6 bars, and a food truck voucher. Wander at your own pace or follow the group — either way you'll make friends.

Highlights
Skip-the-line wristband at 6 bars
Food truck voucher ($25 credit)
Curated map with insider picks
Craft cocktails + local brews
What's included
Wristband, food voucher, map, welcome drink
Meeting point
Walk from JW Marriott → Rainey Street (5 min)
RSVP for Rainey Street Bar & Food Truck Hop
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Hill Country Winery & Distillery Tour

🕐 1:00 – 6:00 PM👥 100 spotsLow
Premium

Chartered buses head west into Texas Hill Country for an afternoon at three boutique wineries and a craft distillery. Tastings, charcuterie boards, and rolling limestone views. This is the one where deals actually get done.

Highlights
3 boutique wineries + 1 craft distillery
Guided tastings at each stop
Charcuterie + cheese pairings
Scenic Hill Country drive
What's included
Charter bus, all tastings, charcuterie, water
Meeting point
Charter bus from JW Marriott porte-cochère
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Barton Springs Pool Party

🕐 2:00 – 5:30 PM👥 150 spotsMedium
Fun

Austin's legendary spring-fed pool stays 68°F year-round. We'll set up a private zone on the great lawn with a DJ, lawn games, and food trucks. Swim, lounge, or just soak in the most Austin thing you can possibly do.

Highlights
68°F spring-fed natural pool
DJ + speakers on the great lawn
Lawn games (cornhole, spikeball, volleyball)
Food trucks + cold drinks
What's included
Pool entry, towel, lawn setup, food truck voucher
Meeting point
Shuttle from JW Marriott → Barton Springs Pool (10 min)
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Congress Bridge Bat Watching

🕐 5:30 – 8:00 PM👥 250 spotsLow
Only in Austin

Every evening from March through October, 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats emerge from under the Congress Avenue Bridge in the world's largest urban bat colony. Grab a spot on the observation deck, watch the sunset, and witness one of Austin's most iconic natural spectacles.

Highlights
1.5 million bats emerge at sunset
World's largest urban bat colony
Prime observation deck spots reserved
Guided narration from a local naturalist
What's included
Reserved viewing spots, naturalist guide, light snacks + drinks
Meeting point
Walk from JW Marriott → Congress Bridge (8 min)
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All experiences are first-come, first-served and capacity-capped. RSVP early to lock in your spot.
Sponsor branding opportunities available on each experience — contact sponsors@aigrowthsummit.com