wkndSun Oct 11 2026, all dayAustinThe family zone inside the Austin City Limits Music Festival at Zilker Park: kid-sized stages, interactive music experiences, and shaded hangout space for families. ACL festival ticket required.
Sun Oct 11 2026, 1 to 3pm$20Brentwood Social HouseKids ages 5 and up create their own painting with all materials provided at this two-hour class in Brentwood Social House's family-friendly cafe.
Sun Oct 11 2026, 1 to 3pmCat Hollow ParkThe Austin Japan Community's Halloween festival fills Cat Hollow Park with Japanese games, crafts like origami bats and slime monsters, and a photo booth; tickets required in advance.
Sat Oct 10 2026, 10am to 11pmFreeHutto Co-Op DistrictHutto's 41st annual hometown festival fills the Co-Op District with a parade, carnival rides, live music, vendors, and family activities, all free to attend.
Sat Oct 10 2026, 2:30 to 4:30pmFreeAsmbly MakerspaceKids ages 5 to 12 make their own acrylic suncatchers in this free two-hour maker class at Austin's nonprofit makerspace.
Fri Oct 9 2026, all dayVolente BeachAbandoned-waterpark themed haunted attraction with a boogie boat ride at Volente Beach, running nightly through October (closed Mondays and Tuesdays). Check age guidance for younger kids.
Sat Oct 3 2026, all dayAustinThe Austin Saengerrunde's annual Oktoberfest at Scholz Garten, the oldest continuously operating tavern in Texas: German food, beer, live music, and bowling, in a family-friendly setting.
Sat Oct 3 2026, 2 to 6pmLeanderArt festival along the Lakewood Park sculpture trail in Leander with local artists and family-friendly activities.
Sat Oct 3 2026, 9am to 4pmAustinThe French Legation Museum celebrates its 175th anniversary with a Texas French Market featuring more than 50 local vendors and children's activities at the oldest home in Austin.
Sat Oct 3 2026, 9 to 10:30amFreeAustinFree Austin Youth Fitness beginner biking program for kids ages 4 and up learning to ride without training wheels, covering safety and trail etiquette. Registration required.
Fri Oct 2 2026, 6 to 8pmFreeBee CaveFree evening concert on the lawn at Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave.
Sun Sep 27 2026, all dayAustinThe hit Broadway musical comedy based on the beloved film comes to Bass Concert Hall for a weekend run the whole family can enjoy.
Sun Sep 27 2026, all dayFreeAustinFamily-friendly Oktoberfest at Meanwhile Brewing: live polka and brass bands, traditional eats, all-ages games like stein hoisting and inflatable pretzel toss, plus the playground and soccer field. Free RSVP.
Sat Sep 26 2026, 11amFreeDriftwoodFree Oktoberfest party at Vista Brewing in Driftwood with German food and drinks and family activities on the brewery grounds.
Sat Sep 26 2026, 4 to 10pm$99AustinThe new 30-plus-ride amusement park at Circuit of The Americas opens with a grand-opening celebration ending in a fireworks finale. Opening-day ticket includes admission, parking, unlimited dining, and non-alcoholic fountain drinks.
Fri Sep 25 2026, 6:30pmFreeAustinFree family concert at Mueller Lake Park with a designated kids' dance zone and free kid-sized earplugs while supplies last. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner.
Fri Sep 25 2026, all dayAustinThe Bullock Texas State History Museum marks Texas American Indian Heritage Day with storytelling, performances, and hands-on activities celebrating Indigenous cultures.
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