Top city guide · 2026-04-05

Austin, TX Family Guide

The best family-friendly things to do in Austin, TX, from current activity picks to local events and city guides.

Explore top places to go, what is happening soon, and more ways to plan time with kids in Austin, TX.

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Best Places To Start

Featured places for families in Austin, TX right now.
Outdoor Pick
Barton Creek Greenbelt
Trail
3200 Barton Hills Dr, Austin, TX 78746
4.8 / 5
Free Pick
Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Tour
Wildlife
Auditorium Shores, 305 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704
4.8 / 5
Outdoor Pick
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Nature
16710 Ranch Road 965, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
4.8 / 5
Outdoor Pick
Franklin Barbecue
Restaurant
900 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702
4.8 / 5
Outdoor Pick
Lady Bird Lake Boardwalk
Park
600 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704
4.8 / 5
Outdoor Pick
Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail
Biking
Various access points around Lady Bird Lake, Austin, TX
4.8 / 5

What Families Can Do Here

Browse this city by activity type.
Museum
Thinkery
2310 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722
Zoo
Austin Zoo
10808 Ranch Road 2222, Austin, TX 78730
Trail
Barton Creek Greenbelt
3200 Barton Hills Dr, Austin, TX 78746
Wildlife
Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Tour
Auditorium Shores, 305 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704

Current Family Events

What is happening soon in Austin, TX.
APRIL10
KUTX Rock the Park Concert Series
APRIL 10 · starts Apr 10
Free family-friendly Friday night concert at Mueller Lake Park Amphitheater. Music from 6:45pm. Bring blankets and picnic items
Free
APRIL11
ABC Kite Fest
APRIL 11 · starts Apr 11
Nation's oldest kite festival at Zilker Park featuring hundreds of kites in the Austin sky. Family-friendly outdoor event
Free
APRIL17
Austin Reggae Festival
APRIL 17 · starts Apr 17
Three-day reggae festival at Auditorium Shores with live music, 50+ vendors selling food, arts and crafts. Family-friendly outdoor event
Free
APRIL25
Eeyore's Birthday Party
APRIL 25 · starts Apr 25
Annual free Austin tradition at Pease Park with live music, costumes, games, face painting, and community celebration. Last Saturday in April from 11am-9pm
Free

City Guides And Editorial Picks

More ways to explore Austin, TX with kids.
Local guide
Best Austin Parks for Toddlers This Weekend
Austin, TX · Mar 18
Discover the best Austin parks for toddlers this weekend (March 21-22) with our local guide to Lady Bird Lake Boardwalk, Auditorium Shores, and hidden splash pad gems perfect for little explorers.
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