Catching a show together is one of the easiest (and most air-conditioned) ways to beat the Texas heat while doing something fun as a family. Live theatre brings music, costumes, and a little stage magic to the table.
This fall, Austin stages are packed with family-friendly productions, from big musicals to original local stories. Here are the ones worth adding to your calendar now. We’ll keep updating this list as more get announced, so check back often and make some plans.
Fall Theatre in Austin
Families wait in line to meet the actors at the Austin Scottish Rite Theater
— Mrs. Doubtfire @ Bass Concert Hall
September 22-27, 2026
Mrs. Doubtfire brings the beloved movie to the stage in a funny, heartfelt musical about an out-of-work actor who will do just about anything to stay close to his kids. Catch it at Bass Concert Hall Sept. 22–27. Runtime is approximately 2.5 hours, and you can check out tickets here.
— Judy Moody & Stink: The Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt @ Austin Scottish Rite Theater
October 3 – November 1, 2026
Ahoy, Judy Moody fans! Judy and her little brother Stink are off on a pirate-inspired treasure hunt, racing to follow clues, crack secret codes, and solve puzzles before their rivals beat them to the prize. Based on the beloved Judy Moody book series, this funny adventure takes the stage at Austin Scottish Rite Theater this fall. Get your tickets here.
— Treasure Island Reimagined @ The State Theater
September 18 and 19, 2026
A classic pirate tale gets a very cool new spin in this world premiere! Treasure Island Reimagined follows 12-year-old Jane Hawkins on a swashbuckling adventure told as a live-action graphic novel. Three performers create all of the character voices and sound effects live on stage while more than 1,200 comic-book panels come to life on a huge screen. Catch one of just three performances at the State Theatre on September 18 & 19. Get tickets here.
— Halloween Children’s Concert @ Long Center
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Costumes are encouraged at this family-friendly Halloween concert from the Austin Symphony! Head to Dell Hall for an afternoon of festive orchestral music with just the right amount of spooky fun for young music lovers. Tickets start at $22.
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