Baby Bloomers at the Thinkery
September 1, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am
$9
β‘οΈA Magical Adventure in the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience π·οΈ
@hpforbiddenforestexperience
π McKinney Roughs Nature Park, 1760 State Hwy 71, Cedar Creek, TX
π
November 9-December 19
β° 5:45-9:45pm
π§All ages welcome. Babies 2 and under are free. This wasnβt too scary for my kids, but there are spiders if those freak you out!
π This would make a fantastic experience gift!
π Requires a pre-purchased parking pass
π₯Ύ The experience is rain or shine and all outdoors so wear comfortable shoes that could get dirty!
β‘οΈHarry Potter costumes encouraged!
π Bring wagons or jogging strollers (no umbrella strollers). Trail is made of stones.
π°οΈ We spent 2 hours here total and at least 40 minutes of that was in the food area in the beginning and at the end. The trail itself took us about an hour and a half. We got refreshments before and after the trail.
π½ The toilets are clean and like elevated portapotties. Best case scenario!
ποΈ Use the link in my bio and my code: FFAUSTIN10 for 10% off tickets if you buy them before Dec 10!
π€©Real talk/honest opinion: we absolutely loved this event! I read the entire series to my big boys a couple of years ago and we watched all the movies. It was magical to experience the Harry Potter world in this way. My youngest hasnβt read the books or seen the movies but he still had an excellent time casting spells and strolling through the forest. You can spend at the very least 2 hours here which makes it worth the price of tickets in my opinion. We love a good interactive experience and this one had plenty of opportunities for things like casting spells and greeting the characters. There are plenty of treats to add to the experience as well. Highly recommend!
#hpforbiddenforestexperience #sponsored #hpforbiddenforest #hpforbiddenforestaustin
β‘οΈA Magical Adventure in the Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience π·οΈ
@hpforbiddenforestexperience
π McKinney Roughs Nature Park, 1760 State Hwy 71, Cedar Creek, TX
π
November 9-December 19
β° 5:45-9:45pm
π§All ages welcome. Babies 2 and under are free. This wasnβt too scary for my kids, but there are spiders if those freak you out!
π This would make a fantastic experience gift!
π Requires a pre-purchased parking pass
π₯Ύ The experience is rain or shine and all outdoors so wear comfortable shoes that could get dirty!
β‘οΈHarry Potter costumes encouraged!
π Bring wagons or jogging strollers (no umbrella strollers). Trail is made of stones.
π°οΈ We spent 2 hours here total and at least 40 minutes of that was in the food area in the beginning and at the end. The trail itself took us about an hour and a half. We got refreshments before and after the trail.
π½ The toilets are clean and like elevated portapotties. Best case scenario!
ποΈ Link in bio for tickets. Use my code: FFAUSTIN10 for 10% off tickets if you buy them before Dec 10!
π€©Real talk/honest opinion: we absolutely loved this event! I read the entire series to my big boys a couple of years ago and we watched all the movies. It was magical to experience the Harry Potter world in this way. My youngest hasnβt read the books or seen the movies but he still had an excellent time casting spells and strolling through the forest. You can spend at the very least 2 hours here which makes it worth the price of tickets in my opinion. We love a good interactive experience and this one had plenty of opportunities for things like casting spells and greeting the characters. There are plenty of treats to add to the experience as well. Highly recommend!
#hpforbiddenforestexperience #sponsored #hpforbiddenforest #hpforbiddenforestaustin
11/8
π
π»Santaβs Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops & Cabelaβs
π‘Fall Carnival at @pinballzaustin at both Lakecreek and Buda
βΊοΈ Fortlandia at @wildflowercenter 9am-4pm
πCreek Show @waterloogreenway 6-10pm
π₯ Garfield Movie at Metz Park @austincityparks at sunset (free!)
πΊ @wurstfest in @visitnbtx 5-11pm
π₯Despicable Me 4 at 6:30pm @mobileloaves at Community First! Village (free!)
ποΈHoliday Extravaganza at Centennial Park in Round Rock 5-9pm
πΈ Rock The Park at Mueller Lake Park Amphitheatre @kutx 6:30pm (free!)
π
π» @santasranch 6-11pm
π @thelightpark in Round Rock
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11/9
π
π»Santaβs Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops & Cabelaβs
π© @thepoopfactorybook at @bookpeople 10:30am
π‘Fall Carnival at @pinballzaustin at both Lakecreek and Buda
ποΈHoliday Bazaar Arts & Crafts Show 9am-4pm Clay Madsen Rec Center in Round Rock
πBBQ Cookoff at @oakhillsocial 10am-4pm Petting zoo and mini golf for kids!
πΈ @thebreakfastboogieatx @KUTX at @thefaroutaustin 10am-noon
πΈKid Quest at @lakeshorelearning Free! 11am-3pm
π¦Jurassic Jamboree Dino Fest at @sweeteatsfruitfarm 9am-6pm
πΊ @wurstfest in @visitnbtx 11am-midnight
π«ΆFamily Volunteer Day with @generationserve Austin Central Library
πΊπΈVeterans Ceremony 8-10am @cedarparkparks at Veterans Memorial Park
πFall Fest at @angels_icehouse
πΌοΈ Second Saturdays are for Families at Laguna Gloria @contemporaryatx
βΊοΈFortlandia at @wildflowercenter 9am-4pm
πFall Fest at Austin Nature & Science Center @austincityparks 6-9pm Free!
β‘οΈ @hpforbiddenforestexperience at McKinney Roughs Nature Park
πCreek Show @waterloogreenway at Waterloo Park from 6-10pm
π
π» @santasranch 6-11pm
π @thelightpark in Round Roc
β
11/10
π
π»Santaβs Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops & Cabelaβs
π¦Jurassic Jamboree Dino Fest at @sweeteatsfruitfarm 9am-6pm
βΊοΈFortlandia at @wildflowercenter 9am-4pm
πΊ @wurstfest in @visitnbtx 11am-10pm Last day! Free admission after 3pm!
π¨ Sunday Funday at @neillcochran 11am-2pm
πΌοΈ Free Family Day at @umlaufsculpture 11am-4pm
πCreek Show @waterloogreenway at Waterloo Park from 6-10pm (This is the only FREE night!)
π‘Fall Carnival at @pinballzaustin at both Lakecreek and Buda locations
π
π» @santasranch 6-10pm
π @thelightpark in Round Roc
π @thelightpark is now open in Round Rock!
π Dell Diamond parking lot, 3400 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock
β° Open daily thru Jan 5 from 5:30-10pm (and later on select nights)
π Price is $29/car (goes up to $39-$49/car after Nov 14). Encore pass, dasher pass, and season passes are also available.
πΏ Popcorn, lemonade, cotton candy, etc available for purchase at the start.
π Salt Lick BBQ is right next door and they have a playground! Would make a fun night out combo! π€
π©πͺ WURSTFEST πΊ
Check out my tips for how to have the best @wurstfest in @visitnbtx
π Landa Park, 178 Landa Park Dr, New Braunfels
π
Nov 1-10 open daily!
β° Sat 11am-midnight, Sun 11am-10pm, Mon-Thurs 5-10pm, Fri 5-11pm
ποΈ Admission is FREE Mon-Thurs and after 3pm on 11/10
Tickets are $20-25 (cash only) KIDS 12 & UNDER ARE FREE!!!
πGet These Tips:
π Use the shuttle/Park & Ride to avoid parking hassles. The lots around the area are $20.
πͺ Catch the Alex Meixner Band (seriously you have to see them!!)
π‘ Definitely get the rides wristband ($30) if your kids are over 36β. There are around 8 rides (including the fun house), and they will want to repeat them. We did all except the upside down one).
π΅ Bring cash for the admission tickets. You can use credit once inside for drink tickets/food/ride wristbands. There are lots of ATMs outside the festival if you forget cash.
π Bags are allowed but will be checked. Doesnβt have to be clear bags. Strollers are fine.
π«No outside food or drinks allowed! Also no pets.
π© So many cute hats! All the merch is so fun. Thereβs a huge merch hall where you can shop.
πͺ If you want a good spot to watch the music, get there early and grab a table! It fills up quickly for the shows and youβll definitely need to set your pitcher of beer down somewhere. π
πΊ Speaking of beer, get the pitcher. That way you wonβt have to waste time getting more drink tickets or standing in line.
π₯¨ The food is amazing! Our favorites were the potato pancakes, chips, sausage sword things, funnel cake, kraut balls, and waffle. You can also get treats from @naegelinsbakery (the oldest bakery in Texas!)
ππΌ Dance the chicken dance and the Hokey Pokey with your kids! This was so much fun! The kids tent (Kinderhalle) also has a Bubble Show, puppet show, magic shows, and more!
πLook for the Grosse Opa (the designated Cheermeister) and he will give you a special pin!
π Bring ear protection for kids with sensitive ears (the music can get loud).
This is the best fall family friendly event and we canβt wait to go back! You have from now until Nov 10 to check it out (open daily!) Prost! #ad #wurstfest #visitnbtx
π¦ IKEA FAMILY FUN NIGHT: MAKE A TURKEY!
Free indoor activity for kids tomorrow night!
π Ikea, 1 Ikea Way, Round Rock
π
Wednesday Nov 6
β° 5-6pm
π» Register online before you go!
Head over to the restaurant for this free family event at Ikea! They also have kids eat free every Wednesday! π
They provide all materials. Make a paper towel roll turkey.
π NOVEMBER EVENTS FOR KIDS IN AUSTIN π
π Comment NOV to get the list of November events sent straight to your DMβs!
Or just click the link in my bio! π€
π Hereβs a sampling of some upcoming events this month:
π¦ Jurassic Jamboree Dinosaur Festival at @sweeteatsfruitfarm Nov 9-Dec 1
π
π» @santasranch
π©πͺ @wurstfest in @visitnbtx Nov 1-10
π
π» Free Santa photos at @bassproshops in Round Rock or @cabelas
πΆ Music on Main @downtownroundrock Nov 6 & 13
πHoliday Extravaganza at Centennial Park @downtownroundrock @roundrocktexas Nov 8
π Creek Show @waterloogreenway Nov 8-16
πΈ Rock The Park @kutx at Mueller Lake Park Nov 8
β‘οΈ @hpforbiddenforestexperience Nov 9-Dec 19
βΈοΈ Bee Cave on Ice at @hillcountrygalleria Nov 15-Jan 5
π @texasbookfest Nov 16 & 17
βΈοΈ Ice Rodeo at @fsaustin Nov 22- Jan 5
πGrinchmas at @domainnorthside Nov 23
π @mozartscoffee Lake Austin Festival of Lights begins Nov 29
π Lighting of the @georgetownsquare Nov 29
π
π» Photos with Santa at @hillcountrygalleria Nov 30
And many more!!
π©πͺ WURSTFEST πΊ
@wurstfest is the most fun you and your family can have this weekend (and next!)
@wurstfest is a 2 week long festival in @visitnbtx that just opened last night!
π Landa Park, 178 Landa Park Dr, New Braunfels
π
Nov 1-10 open daily!
β° Sat 11am-midnight, Sun 11am-10pm, Mon-Thurs 5-10pm, Fri 5-11pm
ποΈ Admission is FREE Mon-Thurs and after 3pm on 11/10
Tickets are $20-25 (cash only) KIDS 12 & UNDER ARE FREE!!!
πGet These Tips:
π Use the shuttle/Park & Ride to avoid parking hassles. The lots around the area are $20.
πͺ Catch the Alex Meixner Band (seriously you have to see them!!)
π‘ Definitely get the rides wristband ($30) if your kids are over 36β. There are around 8 rides (including the fun house), and they will want to repeat them. We did all except the upside down one).
π΅ Bring cash for the admission tickets. You can use credit once inside for drink tickets/food/ride wristbands. There are lots of ATMs outside the festival if you forget cash.
π Bags are allowed but will be checked. Doesnβt have to be clear bags. Strollers are fine.
π«No outside food or drinks allowed! Also no pets.
π© So many cute hats! All the merch is so fun. Thereβs a huge merch hall where you can shop.
πͺ If you want a good spot to watch the music, get there early and grab a table! It fills up quickly for the shows and youβll definitely need to set your pitcher of beer down somewhere. π
πΊ Speaking of beer, get the pitcher. That way you wonβt have to waste time getting more drink tickets or standing in line.
π₯¨ The food is amazing! Our favorites were the potato pancakes, chips, sausage sword things, funnel cake, kraut balls, and waffle. You can also get treats from @naegelinsbakery (the oldest bakery in Texas!)
ππΌ Dance the chicken dance and the Hokey Pokey with your kids! This was so much fun! The kids tent (Kinderhalle) also has a Bubble Show, puppet show, magic shows, and more!
πLook for the Grosse Opa (the designated Cheermeister) and he will give you a special pin!
This is the best fall family friendly event and we canβt wait to go back! You have from now until Nov 10 to check it out (open daily!) Prost! #ad #wurstfest #visitnbtx
Baby BloomersΒ is a special program during which the museum is open exclusively for visitors ages 0β3 years and their families.
Currently being offered on Saturday mornings from 8β 10 am only. Baby Bloomers provides caregivers and early learners the chance to experience Thinkery together in an environment focused solely on them.
For the health and safety of our guests,Β we areΒ limiting capacityΒ and will host the program on the second floor only. Activities are intended to be self-guided and promote safe distancing amongst guests. We will host two Story Times and free play that support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of our earliest learners.
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