Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Summer Freebies and Deals for Austin Families

We’ve compiled a list of the Best Freebies and Deals in Austin in everything from museums, to outdoor fun, to live music to delicious food. Enjoy checking these places off your to-do list and saving yourself some money at the same time!

Where to Win Prizes for Reading This Summer

Need some help motivating the kids to read over the summer months? Participating in a Reading Program for Summer 2024 might provide just the right incentive to keep the kids reading during those hot summer days — on car trips, at the beach, by the …

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Movies in the Park Schedule

Imagine setting out a blanket and chairs, grabbing dinner from food trucks, and watching a movie under the stars with your family.  That’s what you can expect at Movies in the Park, a free, community event brought to you by Austin Parks Foundation and Rocket …

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Experience Austin’s Outdoor Art

Eye-catching, breathtaking, and sometimes curious public art lives in nooks and neighborhoods all over our nature-loving city. We first featured these outdoor works of art during the pandemic while museums were closed, but there are so many amazing sights to see for FREE in Austin, …

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Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay

If you’re looking for a magical event to attend with your family, the 9th Annual Balloons over Horseshoe Bay Festival is a must-do!  More than 16 hot-air balloons from across America will converge at the Ninth Annual Balloons over Horseshoe Bay Resort on Easter weekend, …

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Little Free Libraries Around Austin

Have you ever wondered about the adorable little houses full of books in people’s yards?  These Little Free Libraries are set up as a way to read a beloved book left by someone and leave a book you’re willing to part with for someone else …

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Free Family Fun at Round Rock Express Fan Fest

Celebrate the start of baseball season at this awesome, FREE, family-friendly community event!  On Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., head to Dell Diamond for the Round Rock Express Annual Fan Fest.  There’s exciting entertainment planned for all ages, and even the …

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At-Home Activities

Repurposed for the ATX 2023 Freeze to entertain your kids at home! At the beginning of the pandemic, we reached out to local organizations, experts, and cultural institutions to gather some great tips and hands-on suggestions for keeping the kids busy and entertained at home. …

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Free Fun at Austin Nature & Science Center

One of our editor’s go-to spots for free fun has always been the Austin Nature and Science Center (ANSC), located on the western edge of Zilker Park. It appeals to all ages from toddlers to adults, and it’s a great place to take the family …

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