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 2
- See the model trains for free at Hill Country Galleria from 12-5 p.m.
- Free Toddler Play at Rudy Mendez Rec Center 10 a.m. – noon ages 1-3yrs
January 3
- See the model trains for free at Hill Country Galleria from 12-5 p.m.
- Kids DIY Workshop at Home Depot on Saturday, January 3, 2026 from 9 a.m. – noon (make a tow truck)
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Free Family Improv Theater class at Hideout Theatre from 11am-noon. Use the coupon code FREEFAMILYCLASS to make it free when booking online.
January 4
- See the model trains for free at Hill Country Galleria from 12-5 p.m.
- First Sunday at the Bullock Museum– free admission and activities for kids from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on January 4, 2026
- Free admission to the Mexic-Arte Museum every Sunday from 12-5 p.m.
January 5
- Free Storytime Toddler Yoga with ATX Yoga Girl at Austin Public Library Central at 10 a.m.
January 6
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Toddler Tuesdays at Brentwood Social House 9 a.m.
- Free admission to the Blanton Museum every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
January 7
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
January 8
- Free admission to Laguna Gloria every Thursday from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
January 10
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Free Family Improv Theater class at Hideout Theatre from 11am-noon. Use the coupon code FREEFAMILYCLASS to make it free when booking online.
- Story Time Adventures Free Crafts at Lakeshore Learning. Make a crayon carrier for free! 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
January 11
- Family Day at Umlauf Sculpture Garden — free admission on January 11, 2026 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. with free activities for kids
- Free admission to the Mexic-Arte Museum every Sunday from 12-5 p.m.
January 12
- Free Storytime Toddler Yoga with ATX Yoga Girl at Austin Public Library Central at 10 a.m.
January 13
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Toddler Tuesdays at Brentwood Social House 9 a.m.
- Free admission to the Blanton Museum every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
January 14
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
No-Spend January in Austin With Kids Events
January 15
- Tiny Tails Petting Zoo Storytime on Thursday, January 15 at 10:30 a.m. at BookPeople.
- Free admission to Laguna Gloria every Thursday from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
January 17
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
January 18
Free admission to the Mexic-Arte Museum every Sunday from 12-5 p.m.
January 20
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Toddler Tuesdays at Brentwood Social House 9 a.m.
- Free admission to the Blanton Museum every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
January 21
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
January 22
- Free admission to Laguna Gloria every Thursday from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
January 24
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Story Time Adventures Free Crafts at Lakeshore Learning. Make a bookmark for free! 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
No-Spend January in Austin With Kids Events
January 25
- Free admission to the Texas Science & Natural History Museum every 4th Sunday from 1-5 p.m.
- Free admission to the Mexic-Arte Museum every Sunday from 12-5 p.m.
January 26
- Free Storytime Toddler Yoga with ATX Yoga Girl at Austin Public Library Central at 10 a.m.
January 27
- Toddler Tuesdays at Brentwood Social House 9 a.m.
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
- Free admission to the Blanton Museum every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
January 28
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
January 29
- Free admission to Laguna Gloria every Thursday from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
January 30
- Arty Party at Laguna Gloria from 10-11 a.m. Learn, play, and grow at Arty Party, a free, interactive story time for kids 3 and under! Explore art and nature through books, songs, and hands-on art experiences. Join us at Laguna Gloria from 10-11A on the last Friday of each month!
January 31
- Free Story Time at BookPeople on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
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