The South Congress Avenue Bridge in Austin is home to the largest urban (Mexican free-tailed) bat colony in the world. They migrate each spring from central Mexico and return to Mexico in early Fall. Austin is famous for these bats, but have you ever taken your kids to see them? Standing and waiting along a…
There are several trailheads along the Bull Creek Greenbelt, and in this post I will cover two of our favorites that we repeat several times a year. We love going to Bull Creek in every season! It’s a place we love to hike, and look forward to eating out at Waterloo Ice House for lunch…
We love visiting the Science Mill in Johnson City. It’s a good size for all 3 of my kids to love it and not get overwhelmed. There’s plenty to do inside, and just when you think you’ve seen it all- there’s a whole world to explore outside as well! This makes such a sweet little…
Looking for free things to do in Austin with kids? You’re in the right place. This guide rounds up our favorite free family outings around Austin, from playgrounds and splash pads to story times, museum days, seasonal events, kids-eat-free deals, and easy outdoor adventures. Whether you need a no-spend afternoon, a free indoor activity for…
Fun day trip from Austin with kids idea: Temple, TX! It’s not too far (closer than Waco!) but just far enough that your kids will take a good nap on the drive back home. We had a great time exploring the Temple Children’s Museum and Ferguson Park. Temple Children’s Museum Hours & Admission The Temple…
Want the full roundup? Start here: Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Austin. Want to go out for dinner but don’t want to spend a small fortune? We got you. Here’s where kids eat free in Austin! Where Kids Eat Free In Austin Summer Specials Kids (12 & under) eat free at Hattie B’s (both locations) all summer…
Moving can be scary, stressful, and exhausting. Add kids into the mix and it’s even harder. Fortunately, you’ve come to the right place. This guide was created to help ease the anxiety of moving to a new city with kids. Here’s the ultimate guide to moving to Austin with kids. The Ultimate Guide To Moving…
San Marcos is under an hour drive from Austin and is full of fun things to do. From an epic playground to glass bottom boat tours, we’ll show you how to have a fun day in San Marcos with kids. How To Have A Fun Day In San Marcos With Kids The Meadows Center Glass…
If your intention for the new year is to get out and adventure or explore more, we’ve got some inspiration for you! Here are some local Austin adventures you can have with your kids this year. This is the Ultimate Austin Kids Bucket List for 2023. The Ultimate Austin Kids Bucket List for 2023 January:…
We just got back from a long weekend at Big Bend National Park. It was unusually cold for this time of year on the days we went. However, we still managed to get out and explore a lot of the park. Here are all my tips for going to Big Bend National Park with kids….
We absolutely adore Springwoods Park! It has something for everyone (except for a splash pad). Read on to find out why we think Springwoods Park in Austin is tree-mendous fun! Springwoods Park in Austin One of the best things about this park is that there are two different play areas- one perfect for little kids…
One of the most unique park experiences in Austin is at Katherine Fleischer Park in Wells Branch. The little green playhouse is everyone’s favorite place to play. Check out this north Austin spot to bring your kids and see inside the little green playhouse at Katherine Fleischer Park in Austin. Check out these Katherine Fleischer…