Kids can explore a roughly half-mile dirt walking trail with Halloween light displays, carved-pumpkin art, a treasure dig, games, and other interactive stops. The experience is described as family-friendly, without jump-scares or gory displays. Parents may want sturdy shoes for the dusty or muddy path and a wagon or jogging stroller for younger children.
Kids can explore a new lineup of custom-designed forts in the Family Garden, mixing imaginative play with a nature outing. Wear comfortable shoes for outdoor exploring; families may also want water, snacks, and sun protection.
Kids can enjoy a dedicated festival zone with live music, yoga, crafts, a hip-hop workshop, dance activities, airbrush tattoos, coloring, a photo booth, hair styling, and a drum zone. Parents should pre-register children for Tag-A-Kid before entry and bring age-verification documentation in case it is requested. Strollers, blankets, chairs, empty reusable water bottles, sunscreen, and...
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Kids can wear costumes for a spooky train ride, choose between scary and not-scary haunted-house options, and visit the zoo animals after dark. Bring flashlights for the evening outing; advance tickets are required.
Kids can listen to local musicians and relax outdoors with the family. Bring a blanket for the lawn; the performance is weather permitting.
Listen to live bluegrass and folk music with food vendors and a fun zone. Friendly leashed pets are welcome. Location: Mason Homestead, 1101 S. Bagdad Road, Leander, TX, 78641 Free festival admission; fun zone wristbands extra. More October ideas from Austin Fun for Kids: https://austinfunforkids.com/how-to-have-the-best-october-in-austin-with-kids/
Kids ages 4 and up who are learning to ride without training wheels can practice biking skills, safety, and trail etiquette with Austin Youth Fitness. Bring a bike and helmet; families without a bike can ask Austin Youth Fitness about renting a woom bike. Meet at Kingsbury Commons by the picnic tables.
Kids of all ages can make a birdhouse using an eco-friendly art kit. Families may create in store or take a kit home; supplies are first come, first served and available while they last.
Bring the family for a fall outing at Reed Park.
🎉 Home Depot Kids Workshop: Free Monthly Building Fun for Little Builders in Austin! 📍 Location Every first Saturday of the month at your local Home Depot in Austin! Drop in between 9AM and 12PM. Check the website for your nearest store and any special holiday schedule. 💸 Cost & Registration Info Cost: Free for...
Kids can enjoy free face painting while the family takes in live music and browses food and drink vendors.