Welcome to Cedar Park, one of Central Texas’s Grand Slam hubs for sports, recreation, and mesmerizing entertainment. Cedar Park blends small-town Texas charm with world-class athletic facilities and professional sports teams; all paired with a thriving culinary and craft beer scene.
Whether you are traveling to compete, catching a pro game, or looking for an action-packed weekend getaway, this fun 3-day itinerary covers the best places to play, watch, eat, and drink.
Day 1: Sporting Paradise
Where to Eat/Drink: Red Horn Brewery and Roastery, The Burger Bar, and The All Good Bar
What to Do: SCHEELS and H-E-B Center at Cedar Park
The Vibe: Start your Cedar Park getaway with handcrafted coffee, craft beer, and pastries at Red Horn Brewery and Roastery, which has two convenient Cedar Park locations on Parmer Lane and Scottsdale Drive. Then spend the morning exploring SCHEELS, a sporting goods and entertainment destination, making it a must visit attraction. Step inside, where it's much more than just a retail shop. Enjoy interactive attractions like rides on a 60+ foot ferris wheel, specialty shops, and family-friendly experiences. Next, head over to grab lunch at The Burger Bar, known for their crispy smash burgers, loaded fries, and sports fan atmosphere before heading to the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park for the excitement of AHL Hockey with the Texas Stars, G-League basketball with the Austin Spurs, or live entertainment. End the evening at The All Good Bar, where craft cocktails, local brews, and live music create the perfect place to unwind after a full day of shopping, sports, and great food.
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Day 2: Casual Competition
Where to Eat/Drink: La Dosis Coffee + Cocktails, Bitelo Brazilian Steakhouse or Stiles Switch BBQ, and Scoop & Score
What to Do: X-Golf and The Brewtique
The Vibe: Ease into the day with expertly crafted coffee and breakfast at La Dosis Coffee + Cocktails before heading to X-Golf, where state-of-the-art golf simulators let you play world-famous courses in a fun, climate-controlled environment. After a little friendly competition, enjoy dinner at either Bitelo Brazilian Steakhouse, known for authentic tableside churrasco, or Stiles Switch BBQ, a Central Texas favorite serving legendary slow-smoked barbecue. Then head to The Brewtique, where you can sip a Texas craft beer or hard-to-find regional brew while enjoying their pinball arcade, making it easy to keep the fun going long after dinner. Depending on when you visit, you might even catch one of their popular community events, like trivia night, comedy night, or other special gatherings. Before calling it a day, stop by Scoop & Score, a sports fan ice cream shop, for the perfect sweet ending to an action-packed itinerary.
Day 3: Final Inning
Where to Eat/Drink: Cedar Park Cafe and PickleDilly's
What to Do: PopStroke and APEX Pickleball
The Vibe: Wrap up your Cedar Park adventure with a hearty breakfast at Cedar Park Cafe before heading to APEX Pickleball, one of Central Texas's pristine indoor pickleball facilities featuring 16 climate-controlled courts for players of every skill level. After your match, head over for a chef-driven lunch or early dinner at PickleDilly's, where Executive Chef Ron Matty serves scratch-made cuisine inspired by global flavors. To finish your trip with a flourish, head to PopStroke, where professionally designed putting courses, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and interactive games transform mini golf into the ultimate celebratory ending to your weekend in Cedar Park, Texas.