How To Have An Epic No-Spend January in Austin With Kids
No Spend January is a great time to reset and start the new year off on the right foot. And what better way to do that than by enjoying some quality family time without breaking the bank? That’s right – we’re talking about a no-spend January in Austin with kids! Here are some fantastic ways to keep your kids entertained and engaged all month long without spending a dime.
No-Spend January in Austin With Kids Events
January 3
- Free ride on the Zilker Eagle mini train on the 1st Friday of each month from 11 AM – 5 PM.
- See the model trains for free at the City Arts Center in Round Rock from 11 AM – 5 PM.
January 4
- Kids DIY Workshop at Home Depot on Saturday, January 4 from 9 AM – 12 PM.
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 AM.
- Free story time at Paper Bark Birch at 11 AM.
January 5
- First Sunday at the Bullock Museum– free admission and activities for kids from 10 AM – 5 PM on January 5.
- Free live kids music at Cherrywood Coffeehouse with Strawbitty Yops on January 5 at 10:30 AM.
January 7
- Free admission to the Thinkery every Tuesday from 3 PM – 7 PM.
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 AM.
January 8
- Wednesday Family Fun Night at IKEA is Wednesday, January 8 from 5 – 6 PM. Register here.
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 AM.
January 11
- Second Saturdays Are for Families: New Year, New Use at Laguna Gloria free admission on January 13 from 11 AM – 3 PM.
- Cool Creations at Lakeshore Learning on Jan 11 from 11 AM – 3 PM at 9828 Great Hills Trail, Austin
- Free Story Time at BookPeople at 10:30 AM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
- Free story time at Paper Bark Birch at 11 AM.
January 12
- Free live kids music at Cherrywood Coffeehouse at 10 AM.
- Family Day at Umlauf Sculpture Garden — free admission on January 12 from 11 AM – 4 PM with free activities for kids.
January 14
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 AM.
- Free admission to the Thinkery every Tuesday from 3 – 7 PM.
January 15
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 AM.
- Wednesday Family Fun Night at IKEA is Wednesday, January 8 from 5 – 6 PM. Register here.
No-Spend January in Austin With Kids Events
January 16
- Tiny Tails Petting Zoo Storytime on Thursday, January 16 at 10:30 AM at BookPeople.
January 18
- Kids DIY workshop at Lowes on January 18 from 10 AM – 1 PM (make a toy snowplow!)
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 AM.
- Free story time at Paper Bark Birch at 11 AM.
January 19
- Free live kids music at Cherrywood Coffeehouse at 10 AM.
January 21
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 AM.
- Free admission to the Thinkery every Tuesday from 3 – 7 PM.
January 22
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 AM.
- Wednesday Family Fun Night at IKEA is Wednesday, January 8 from 5 – 6 PM. Register here.
January 25
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 AM.
- Free story time at Paper Bark Birch at 11 AM.
- Cool Creations at Lakeshore Learning on Jan 25 from 11 AM – 3 PM at 9828 Great Hills Trail, Austin
No-Spend January in Austin With Kids Events
January 26
- Free live kids music at Cherrywood Coffeehouse at 10 AM.
January 28
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 AM.
- Free admission to the Thinkery every Tuesday from 3 – 7 PM.
January 29
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 AM.