Once again, we are here to applaud Austin for having so many gorgeous green spaces that offer loads of FREE family-friendly fun. In addition to simply having grassy areas to run, play, picnic, and enjoy being outdoors, there are also TONS of awesome free activities planned in parks around the area. Check out all the fun stuff happening in the parks in the coming weeks.
Puppets, Free First Saturdays & More at Pease Park
Austin Parks Foundation’s Movies in the Park & Playdates in the Park
The Austin Parks Foundation makes it easy for families to enjoy free fun in neighborhood green spaces all year long. Their beloved Movies in the Park series invites you to pack a picnic, spread out a blanket, and enjoy family-friendly films under the stars. For younger kids, Playdates in the Park offer morning fun with story time, crafts, and Music & Movement sessions led by Creative Action, where little ones can sing, beatbox, stretch, and end with a family dance party.
Movies in the Park
- November 15 | Honey, I Shrunk The Kids
Playdates in the Park
- September 10 | Playdate in the Park @ Scenic Brook Pocket Park
- September 20 | Playdate in the Park @ Earl J. Pomerleau Pocket Park
- October 18 | Playdate in the Park @ Springwoods Neighborhood Park
- October 22 | Playdate in the Park @ Pastor Edward Clarence Craig, Jr. Neighborhood Park
- November 15 | Playdate in the Park @ Little Walnut Creek Greenbelt
The Trail Foundation’s Live Music Series
The Trail Foundation presents the Music on the Trail fall series featuring local musicians performing on the Ann & Roy Butler Hike & Bike Trail on Saturday mornings beginning September 23. To find out who’s playing and where to find them, you can check the schedule here or the foundation’s Instagram stories every Friday for the details.
Shoal Creek Conservancy Events
Shoal Creek Conservancy is the non-profit steward of the Shoal Creek watershed and trail. It’s a beautiful stretch of green running right through the heart of Austin. The ead fun, educational programs, and trail improvements aimed at making this urban creek a safe and welcoming place for families and nature lovers. Some upcoming events:
- October 18 | Pollinator Tour along Shoal Creek: A Roots and Wings Festival Event | Celebrate the Roots and Wings Festival with a guided walk led by local beekeeper Katie Ortiz. Kids and families will learn about pollinators, build bee hotels from reclaimed materials, enjoy honey tastings, and even grab a gift to start their own pollinator garden. ASL interpretation is provided.
- October 25 | 2025 Concert On the Creek | Bring the little ones for live local music, tasty bites and drinks, and glimpses of Shoal Creek and the nearby Wood Street Park, all wrapped in a relaxed, creekside setting.
We hope you enjoy these fun experiences out in our city parks!
