AUSTIN, Texas – Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) will host a community Open House for neighbors and the traveling public to learn more about happenings at the airport, including ongoing and upcoming expansion and improvement projects through our Journey With AUS program.
 
Attendees will have the opportunity to explore AUS at a glance, delve into accessibility initiatives, discover employment opportunities, access environmental and sustainability information, and indulge in details about our Beats, Bites, and Flights concession program.
 
“This will be our second annual community Open House. We’re carrying on a commitment to fostering meaningful relationships with airport neighbors,” said Ghizlane Badawi, Chief Executive Officer for AUS. “On the heels of our busiest year on record and with years of improvement and expansion projects ahead, it is an exciting time for the airport. We want to continue to share our plans with the community, provide updates as we reach major milestones, answer their questions, and bring them along as we shape the future of AUS.”
 
Since the last Open House in January 2023, AUS has reached significant milestones across various fronts. This includes breaking ground on major construction projects, such as the West Gate Expansion, further progress on the Outbound Baggage Handling System, and the launch of exciting initiatives to enhance passenger experience. Furthermore, AUS has demonstrated its continued commitment to sustainability through various environmental achievements, like the publication of its first-ever Environmental, Social, and Governance report and a third consecutive carbon neutrality distinction, while also celebrating milestones in air service, with notable additions like Copa Airlines and upcoming nonstop routes for 2024.
 
“I am thrilled to see Austin-Bergstrom International Airport opening its doors to the community once again for this year’s Open House,” said Vanessa Fuentes, District 2 Councilmember. “Our airport serves as more than just a transportation hub; it is a vital community asset, not only for District 2, but also for all of Austin and Central Texas. This event offers residents an invaluable opportunity for to engage with the airport, learn more about its growth, and actively participate in the conversations surrounding its future.”
 
Community members and the traveling public are invited to attend the come-and-go style Open House, where they can learn about Journey With AUS, hear directly from experts, and gain insight into what they can expect to see and hear at the airport in the future. Attendees can enjoy food, listen to live music, engage in family-friendly activities, and take advantage of an on-site vaccine clinic, courtesy of Austin Public Health. This is a great opportunity for members of the community to learn more about how AUS is growing to meet the needs of Austin and Central Texas. Attendees will get to experience AUS amenities with live, local music and free food from Taco Deli, through the airport's Beats, Bites, and Flights concession program.
 
This event is free and open to all. Spanish interpretation will be provided. Event details:
 
Date: Saturday, April 27, 2024
Time: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
Place: Montopolis Recreation Center and Community Center | 1200 Montopolis Dr.
Parking info: Free parking is available onsite. Take transit with CapMetro’s Route 350 and Stops 3254 or 834.
 
For media: Media are invited to attend the Open House. Airport leadership will be available for on-site interviews through the duration of the event.