Free Things to Do with Kids in Austin in April
Are you looking for fun and free things to do with your kids in Austin this April? Look no further! We’ve compiled a list of free events and activities that you and your family can enjoy. Here are all the free things to do with kids in Austin in April.
Free Things to Do with Kids in Austin in April
April 1
Morning Glories at Waterloo Park are Tuesday mornings from 10-11 a.m. from April 1st-29th. Waterloo Greenway presents Morning Glories, a weekly early childhood education series offering hands-on activities that foster literacy, bilingual storytelling, music, dance, cultural exploration, and nature play. Each week features a new theme with exciting activities, including Here Comes The Sun/The Beatles, Lucha Libre, Dinosaur Fun, Flower Power/Earth Day, and Space Exploration!
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Tuesdays at the Blanton Museum are free from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Take your family to The Thinkery for their free community Tuesdays from 3-7 p.m. Your kids will love exploring the hands-on exhibits, experimenting with science and engineering, and engaging with other children.
April 2
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Littles Story Time at First Light Books Wednesdays at 10 a.m. 4300 Speedway Unit 104, Austin
Family Fun Night ~ Popsicle stick flower craft at IKEA in Round Rock from 5-6 p.m.
Music on Main in downtown Round Rock is every Wednesday night from 7-9 p.m. through the end of June. Bring blankets or chairs and enjoy a night of free music!
April 4
Ride the Zilker Eagle mini train for FREE on the first Friday of the month during their Community Hours: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Movie in the Park – Cedar Park is on April 4, 2025. Lawn games start at 6:30 p.m. and movie starts at 8 p.m. Milburn Park, located at 1901 Sun Chase Blvd. BYO blankets, chairs, and snacks! No glass in the park, please! Movie is Inside Out 2.
Live at Lakeline Concert Series is at 6:30 p.m. at Lakeline Park, 1510 Alexis Drive, Cedar Park. Enjoy live music from local bands and get your groove on at Lakeline Park on selected Fridays. Grab your family and friends, lawn chairs and blankets. Food trucks, beer/wine, and lawn games will be on hand. This new spring concert series is in partnership with BOB FM 103.5.
Music in the Park at Pfluger Park, 515 City Park Road, Pflugerville from 7-9 p.m. There’s no admission charge, so bring lawn chairs, pfurry friends, blankets, picnic baskets, friends and neighbors for a free evening of music, entertainment and relaxation.
Texas Community Music Festival: Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar from 6-8:15 p.m.
April 5
Free DIY Workshop for Kids at Home Depot. Home Depot’s free DIY workshops for kids are on the first Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon. Make a globe planter for free.
Spring Festival at Alamo Rec Center from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Easter Egg Hunts (Toddlers – 11 AM) | Additional hunts at 11:30 AM & 12 PM
Small Schools of South Austin Educational Fair 9 a.m. – noon at Uprising Church.
Soaring Over South Congress at Letterpress Play from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Refreshments and free kites for kids!
The ABC Kite Fest is on April 5, 2025 at Zilker Park from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. It’s free to enter the annual kite contest, and the event is open to everyone.
Art in the Park at Georgian Acres Neighborhood Park 10-11 a.m.
Texas Ski Ranch Kids Fest Egg Hunt 12-3 p.m.
Eggstravaganza! at Lakeway City Park at noon.
Family Fun Fest at the Domain 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Sherwood Forest Faire is open weekends through April 20, 2025. Kids ages 5 and under get in free with a paid adult ticket.
Free Story Time at Paper Bark Birch Children’s Bookstore in Cedar Park every Saturday at 11 a.m.
Texas Community Music Festival: Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar from 10:30 a.m. – 8:15 p.m.
April 6
Live kids music for free at Cherrywood Coffeehouse at 10 a.m. on most Sundays. Check the website for updates and to see who’s playing!
Sherwood Forest Faire is open weekends through April 20, 2025. Kids ages 5 and under get in free with a paid adult ticket.
Get free admission to the Bullock Museum on the first Sunday of each month from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Driftwood Heritage Festival at Vista Brewing from 12-6 p.m. Join the Driftwood community for a free family-friendly festival in the Texas Hill Country. Enjoy live music, kids’ activities, community partners, shop a local market, and learn about the DHCS mission.
Sunday Makebreak at all Michael’s stores from 2-4 p.m. Make a tie dye shirt for free! Bring your own shirt or buy one there for $10. Tie dye supplies are included for free.
Spring Fling at Doc’s Backyard Grill from 3-5 p.m.
Texas Community Music Festival: Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar from 10:30 a.m. – 8:15 p.m.
April 7
Science Story Time at Austin Nature & Science Center is on April 7, 2025 from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Texas Community Music Festival: Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar from 6-8:15 p.m.
April 8
Morning Glories at Waterloo Park are Tuesday mornings from 10-11 a.m. from April 1st-29th. Waterloo Greenway presents Morning Glories, a weekly early childhood education series offering hands-on activities that foster literacy, bilingual storytelling, music, dance, cultural exploration, and nature play. Each week features a new theme with exciting activities, including Here Comes The Sun/The Beatles, Lucha Libre, Dinosaur Fun, Flower Power/Earth Day, and Space Exploration!
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Tuesdays at the Blanton Museum are free from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Take your family to The Thinkery for their free community Tuesdays from 3-7 p.m. Your kids will love exploring the hands-on exhibits, experimenting with science and engineering, and engaging with other children.
Texas Community Music Festival: Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar from 6-8:15 p.m.
April 9
Littles Story Time at First Light Books Wednesdays at 10 a.m. 4300 Speedway Unit 104, Austin
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Texas Community Music Festival: Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar from 6-8:15 p.m.
Music on Main in downtown Round Rock is every Wednesday night from 7-9 p.m. through the end of June. Bring blankets or chairs and enjoy a night of free music!
April 10
Texas Community Music Festival: Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar from 6-8:15 p.m.
April 11
Bunny Bonanza There will be an easter egg hunt, lawn games, arts and crafts activities, and more! Bring your own basket to fill with eggs and toys. Northwest Recreation Center, 2913 Northland Dr from 10:30AM-11:30AM, Ages: Toddlers-5 years old
Rock The Park is at Mueller Lake Park Amphitheatre, 4550 Mueller Boulevard, Austin on April 11, 2025 at 6:45 p.m. Bring blankets, water, hearing protection for kids, coolers, and leashed pets. No chairs or glass containers allowed.
Bluebonnet Festival is April 11-13, 2025 in downtown Burnet. The weekend is full of activities sure to please all ages. There’s something for everyone such as live music, a carnival, food, races of all kinds, and lots and lots of shopping. You’re sure to find an activity or two everyone can enjoy.
Texas Community Music Festival: Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar from 6-8:15 p.m.
April 12
Creek Creatures at Austin Nature & Science Center from 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Easter Egg Hunt at Hometown Gift & Decor 10am for children ages 3 and under, 10:45am for children ages 4 and up. Don’t forget those baskets!
Music & Movement with Creative Action at 10 a.m. at Bartholomew District Park, 5200 Berkman Dr., Austin
Free Kids DIY Workshop at Lowe’s is on April 12, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Make an herb greenhouse. Register online to secure your spot.
Playdate in the Park at Bartholomew District Park from 10-11:30 a.m.
April 12
North Austin YMCA Egg Hunt from 12-3 p.m. Egg hunts, games, activities and local community vendors. This event is open to all, so bring your friends, family and neighbors!
Egg Hunt at H-E-B Center in Cedar Park at 10 a.m. We Love Our City Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12 from 10am-1pm at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park. We have over 200,000 eggs, petting zoos, bounce houses, music, and food trucks. It’s bound to be an eggcellent occasion! Bring a neighbor and come on out!
Community Day at Branch Park Pavilion in Mueller 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. $8 and up. Enjoy captivating performances, including singing by ZACH Theatre, dancing with Dance With Monica, a Bollywood dance showcase from Sunrise Dance, a family yoga session with ATX Yoga Girl, and a lively dance party with Enoughie Buddy®. Explore interactive booths and activities like an animal petting zoo from Tiny Tails to You, balloon art and face-painting, hair braiding and face gems, and an instrument petting zoo from Strait Music. Savor light bites from Chick-fil-A, cotton candy from Fancy Fluff, and coffee from Creature Coffee. Plus, meet UT Athletes from Texas One Fund for football signings and playtime with kids, build with LEGO, and capture memories under the Balloon Archway by Balloons of Austin.
April 12
Eggstravaganza at Springs Y from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Brushy Creek Egg Hunt from 10 a.m. – noon at Cat Hollow Park
Play for All Special Needs Easter Egg Hunt from 10 a.m. – noon. Free, but RSVP.
Laguna Gloria has free admission on April 12, 2025 for Second Saturdays are For Families.
Earth Day in Round Rock from 9 a.m. – noon at Memorial Park. The Earth Day is a free event, geared towards all ages and with the help of exhibitors such as you, along with a wide variety of activities and services.
Sherwood Forest Faire is open weekends through April 20, 2025. Kids ages 5 and under get in free with a paid adult ticket.
April 12
Nature lovers should check out the Wimberley Butterfly Festival on April 12, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Your family can enjoy butterfly releases, arts and crafts, a plant sale, and more.
Free Story Time at Paper Bark Birch Children’s Bookstore in Cedar Park every Saturday at 11 a.m.
Squirrel Fest at Pease Park is April 12, 2025 from 4-10 p.m. This event is a celebration of spring and is a day full of family-friendly fun, activities, music, food, drink! Participate in shows, engage with partner booths, and create memories at Austin’s first and oldest park. The event will end with a movie screening on the Great Lawn.
April 12
Books and Bees Festival is April 12, 2025 at 4000 Galleria Parkway, Bee Cave. As a hub of literacy for children and adults, our Bee Cave Public Library hosts programs year round that serve hundreds of families in the area and beyond. As a Bee City USA affiliate, the City of Bee Cave is dedicated to educating the public and helping conserve this most important insect. Our one-of-a-kind Books & Bees Festival helps accomplish our two missions – share fantastic literature with kids and adults alike, featuring high-profile, bestselling authors – and teach our residents and their kiddos more about bees! We have so many fun activities, entertainment and readings in store, you will not want to miss this FREE event!
Bluebonnet Festival is April 11-13, 2025 in downtown Burnet. The weekend is full of activities sure to please all ages. There’s something for everyone such as live music, a carnival, food, races of all kinds, and lots and lots of shopping. You’re sure to find an activity or two everyone can enjoy.
Texas Community Music Festival: Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar from 10:30 a.m. – 8:15 p.m.
April 13
Live kids music for free at Cherrywood Coffeehouse at 10 a.m. on most Sundays. Check the website for updates and to see who’s playing!
Eggstravaganza in the Park from 1-3 p.m. at Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center.
Open Volunteer Day at Davis-White Northeast Park 9 a.m. – noon.
Sherwood Forest Faire is open weekends through April 20, 2025. Kids ages 5 and under get in free with a paid adult ticket.
Bluebonnet Festival is April 11-13, 2025 in downtown Burnet. The weekend is full of activities sure to please all ages. There’s something for everyone such as live music, a carnival, food, races of all kinds, and lots and lots of shopping. You’re sure to find an activity or two everyone can enjoy.
Texas Community Music Festival: Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar from 10:30 a.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Umlauf Sculpture Garden has Free Family Day every second Sunday of the month from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sculpture Searches, crafts, and free admission for visitors of all ages. 605 Azie Morton Rd, Austin
April 15
Morning Glories at Waterloo Park are Tuesday mornings from 10-11 a.m. from April 1st-29th. Waterloo Greenway presents Morning Glories, a weekly early childhood education series offering hands-on activities that foster literacy, bilingual storytelling, music, dance, cultural exploration, and nature play. Each week features a new theme with exciting activities, including Here Comes The Sun/The Beatles, Lucha Libre, Dinosaur Fun, Flower Power/Earth Day, and Space Exploration!
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Tuesdays at the Blanton Museum are free from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Take your family to The Thinkery for their free community Tuesdays from 3-7 p.m. Your kids will love exploring the hands-on exhibits, experimenting with science and engineering, and engaging with other children.
April 16
Littles Story Time at First Light Books Wednesdays at 10 a.m. 4300 Speedway Unit 104, Austin
Music & Movement with Creative Action at 10 a.m. at Patterson Neighborhood Park, 4200 Brookview Rd, Austin
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Music on Main in downtown Round Rock is every Wednesday night from 7-9 p.m. through the end of June. Bring blankets or chairs and enjoy a night of free music!
April 17
Petting zoo visit for free with Tiny Tails To You at BookPeople on the third Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m.
Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6-8:30 p.m.
April 18
Sunday Funday: Easter Egg Dye-o-Rama at Neill Cochran House Museum on April 18, 2025 from noon-4 p.m. Egg dyeing, live music, games and more on the grand Neill-Cochran House Museum front lawn.
Eggstravaganza at HCI Sports & Fitness from 10 a.m. – noon. HCI Easter Egg Hunt, Pictures with the Easter Bunny 🐰Petting Zoo 🐣Raffle Prizes 🎁Refreshments & treats 🍪RSVP!
Suds Monkey Easter Egg Hunt from 5-8 p.m. Vendors and Kids Activities like Baby Goats, Face painting, and (possibly) a train ride!
Live at Lakeline Concert Series is at 6:30 p.m. at Lakeline Park, 1510 Alexis Drive, Cedar Park. Enjoy live music from local bands and get your groove on at Lakeline Park on selected Fridays. Grab your family and friends, lawn chairs and blankets. Food trucks, beer/wine, and lawn games will be on hand. This new spring concert series is in partnership with BOB FM 103.5.
Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6-8:30 p.m.
April 19
Wild Waterloo at Waterloo Park is April 19, 2025 from 6-10 p.m. Nature-filled evening at Wild Waterloo, featuring family-friendly activities, outdoor exploration, and a movie under the stars! From 6:00-8:00 PM, immerse yourself in the beauty of Waterloo Park with guided nature tours led by Families in Nature, all while enjoying delicious bites available for purchase from local food vendors. At sunset, spread out on the Moody Amphitheater lawn and unwind with an outdoor screening of the Oscar-nominated film The Wild Robot.
Wolf Ranch Farmers Market Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. 1015 W University Ave, Georgetown
Spring Fling from 10:30am-12:30pm. Stop by to enjoy a morning filled with games, prizes, and an egg hunt. All egg hunts will start at 10:45am. Locations 🐰🌷Montopolis Recreation and Community Center, Gus Garcia Recreation Center, Dittmar Recreation Center, Givens Recreation Center, Turner-Roberts Recreation Center, George Morales Dove Springs Recreation Center
5801 Ainez Dr
Kyle Easter Egg-Stravaganza from 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Gregg-Clarke Park, 1100 W. Center St., Kyle. Ages 3 and Under: 10:30 AM – 10:50 Ages 4-6 Years: 11:05 AM – 11:25 Break: 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM Ages 7-9 Years: 12:20 – 12:40 PM Ages 10-12 Years: 12:55 PM – 1:15 PM. Please be sure to arrive on time for your scheduled session to ensure everyone has the opportunity to participate.
April 19
Austin Nature Day at Austin Nature & Science Center from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Easter Egg Hunt at Liberty Hill Tavern from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bring your basket. Hunt starts at noon.
Free Story Time at Paper Bark Birch Children’s Bookstore in Cedar Park every Saturday at 11 a.m.
Sherwood Forest Faire is open weekends through April 20, 2025. Kids ages 5 and under get in free with a paid adult ticket.
Egg Palooza from 2-5 p.m. at 1849 Park, 16430 Cameron Rd Pflugerville
Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6-8:30 p.m.
April 20
Live kids music for free at Cherrywood Coffeehouse at 10 a.m. on most Sundays. Check the website for updates and to see who’s playing!
Meanwhile Brewing Easter Egg Hunt & Wildflower Planting 11-2pm: PEAS Community Pop-Up – native flower & plant education + activities for kids, 11am: Kids 0-4 Egg Hunt, 12pm: Kids 5-8 Egg Hunt, 12:30-1:30pm: Wildflower scattering in the detention pond area, 2:30-4pm: Free Live Music. Bring your own baskets!
Roughhouse Brewing Egg Hunt Extravaganza from 11:30 a.m. – noon. Event is free and open to the public! Bring the little ones out for an egg hunt on our soccer field to welcome spring! The brewery opens at 11 AM and the hunt will begin at 11:30. We’ll have easy and harder levels of hunting areas for younger vs. older kids. There will be special prizes for those who find the eggs with the golden coins! Bring your own basket. Please RSVP to this event to help us manage headcount!
Easter Egg Hunt at Vaqueros Cafe & Cantina (both locations) at 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
St. Elmo Brewing Easter Party (both locations) from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Frontyard Brewing’s 4th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at 12:30 p.m.
Sherwood Forest Faire is open weekends through April 20, 2025. Kids ages 5 and under get in free with a paid adult ticket.
April 21
Science Story Time at Austin Nature & Science Center is on April 21, 2025 from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
April 22
Morning Glories at Waterloo Park are Tuesday mornings from 10-11 a.m. from April 1st-29th. Waterloo Greenway presents Morning Glories, a weekly early childhood education series offering hands-on activities that foster literacy, bilingual storytelling, music, dance, cultural exploration, and nature play. Each week features a new theme with exciting activities, including Here Comes The Sun/The Beatles, Lucha Libre, Dinosaur Fun, Flower Power/Earth Day, and Space Exploration!
Parent + Parent-to-Be Mindfulness Workshop at Pease Park is on April 22, 2025 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Pease Park Conservancy is excited to partner with Dr. Allyson Bates for a Mindfulness workshop for Parents & Parents-to-Be at Pease Park! This event is free and open to the public. Register here.
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Take your family to The Thinkery for their free community Tuesdays from 3-7 p.m. Your kids will love exploring the hands-on exhibits, experimenting with science and engineering, and engaging with other children.
Tuesdays at the Blanton Museum are free from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
April 23
Art in the Park at Trailhead Park, 10984 Boulder Ln, Austin from 10-11 a.m.
Littles Story Time at First Light Books Wednesdays at 10 a.m. 4300 Speedway Unit 104, Austin
Toddler Yoga with ATX Yoga Girl at Pease Park on April 23, 2025 from 10-10:45 a.m. Come stretch, breathe, move, dance, relax, create, and have FUN! These classes will include age-appropriate yoga and movement, including breathing, poses, games, stories, music, relaxation, meditation, and more. Your family will get to practice fine and gross motor skills, social and group skills, and begin to learn mindfulness and breathing/calming tools. Free and open to the public! All ages are welcome but these classes are geared toward toddlers and their grown ups. Register here.
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Music on Main in downtown Round Rock is every Wednesday night from 7-9 p.m. through the end of June. Bring blankets or chairs and enjoy a night of free music!
April 24
Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6-8:30 p.m.
April 25
Founders Day Festival in Dripping Springs on Mercer Street from 4/25-27.
Earth Day Clean Up at the Rowing Dock on Friday, April 25, 2025- Austin’s largest land and lake Earth Day clean-up.
Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6-8:30 p.m.
April 26
Meet the Animals at Austin Nature & Science Center from 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Founders Day Festival in Dripping Springs on Mercer Street from 4/25-27.
The Trail Conservancy Earth Day Jubilee is April 26, 2025 at International Shores, 1800 S Lakeshore Blvd, Austin. The Trail Conservancy is hosting its annual Earth Day Jubilee on the Butler Trail! The Butler Trail is a natural sanctuary in the heart of Austin that plays a vital role in our city’s environmental and ecological makeup. To celebrate, we are hosting a free, family-friendly community event featuring live music, eco talks and workshops, interactive Earth-friendly activities, a market by Austin Flea, food trucks, hourly giveaways, face painting and more!
Groundwork Music at The Hive every 4th Saturday at 10 a.m.
Sunset Valley ARTFEST from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Toney Burger Center
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
April 26
Free Story Time at Paper Bark Birch Children’s Bookstore in Cedar Park every Saturday at 11 a.m.
Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6-8:30 p.m.
Sunset Valley Artfest is from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Join us for a FREE day of art, music, food, and family fun outside at the Toney Burger Center in the NE parking lot.
Eeyore’s Birthday Party is at Pease Park on April 26, 2025. The event has some kid-friendly things to do, but be aware there may be marijuana or nudity present. It’s more kid-friendly earlier on. 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Check the Facebook Page for more info.
Children’s Day at Adam Orgain Park in Hutto from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This free, family-oriented event will feature engaging activities and provide valuable information on literacy and child safety in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Live music for free on the patio at Central Market North Lamar every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6-8:30 p.m.
April 27
Founders Day Festival in Dripping Springs on Mercer Street from 4/25-27.
Live kids music for free at Cherrywood Coffeehouse at 10 a.m. on most Sundays. Check the website for updates and to see who’s playing!
Brunch Bunch at Jo’s Coffee Red River every last Sunday of the month at 10 a.m. Free live kids music with Strawbitty Yops.
H-E-B Free Fourth Sunday at the Texas Science & Natural History Museum from 1-5 p.m.
April 29
Morning Glories at Waterloo Park are Tuesday mornings from 10-11 a.m. from April 1st-29th. Waterloo Greenway presents Morning Glories, a weekly early childhood education series offering hands-on activities that foster literacy, bilingual storytelling, music, dance, cultural exploration, and nature play. Each week features a new theme with exciting activities, including Here Comes The Sun/The Beatles, Lucha Libre, Dinosaur Fun, Flower Power/Earth Day, and Space Exploration!
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Take your family to The Thinkery for their free community Tuesdays from 3-7 p.m. Your kids will love exploring the hands-on exhibits, experimenting with science and engineering, and engaging with other children.
Tuesdays at the Blanton Museum are free from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
April 30
Littles Story Time at First Light Books Wednesdays at 10 a.m. 4300 Speedway Unit 104, Austin
BookPeople offers free story time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. The Saturday story times are most crowded, so plan to get there early to snag a seat.
Music on Main in downtown Round Rock is every Wednesday night from 7-9 p.m. through the end of June. Bring blankets or chairs and enjoy a night of free music!
Indoor Fun That’s Free
Living Spaces Furniture Store in Pflugerville is not just a place to shop for furniture. It also has a giant playscape inside that is completely FREE! However, don’t forget to bring your own socks to avoid missing out on the fun.
If your kids love fish, then Bass Pro Shops in Round Rock is a must-visit. They have a giant fish tank that kids love to visit! Afterward, you can bowl under the sea at Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl (not free, but fun!).
For something a little different, check out Zookeeper Exotics. This fascinating place has all kinds of critters and even a real live sloth! It’s a unique experience that your kids will love.
For some indoor playtime, Brentwood Social House, Slackers Brewing Co, and Malone Coffee (Wells Branch) all have indoor play areas for kids. These places are perfect for a rainy day or when it’s too hot to play outside.
Outdoor Fun That’s Free
Austin has many great hiking trails for families to enjoy. Some of the best kid-friendly hiking trails in Austin include Mayfield Park, Barton Creek Greenbelt, and Ann & Roy Butler Hike & Bike Trail. Not only are these hikes free, but they also offer stunning views and opportunities to see wildlife.
Take your kids to one of Austin’s unique playgrounds.
Austin Nature & Science Center: This free center is a great place for kids to explore and learn about nature. They can dig for dinosaur bones, see fossils, and visit with the animals.
Climbing Trees: For a free and fun activity, take your kids to climb trees in one of Austin’s many parks.
Watch the Sunset: Head to the top of Mt. Bonnell to watch the sunset with your kids. It’s a great way to enjoy the beautiful Texas sky without spending a dime.
Visit Wimberley: Take a short drive to Wimberley for their free monthly Wimberley Market Days, Pioneer Town, and the creek downtown.
Dinosaur Tracks: Take your kids to see the real dinosaur tracks in Leander. It’s a unique and educational experience that they won’t forget.
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