Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Do512 Family - What to do in Austin with Kids

Build Bat Houses at Congress Avenue Bridge

This Halloween, things are getting batty down at the Congress Avenue Bridge. You can celebrate Austin’s favorite flying creature, Mexican free-tailed bats, in a very un-spooky way — by building bat houses from 11 .m. – 2 p.m.! On October 31, bat house-building events are …

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9th Annual Austin Batfest

Pay homage to our furry little flying friends in true Austin style at the 9th Annual Austin Batfest on Saturday, August 23 starting at 4 pm at the Congress Avenue Bridge. Enjoy music from 10 bands on two stages, great food & drink, vendors, a bat costume contest and activities. Oh, and don’t forget to see the 1.5 million Mexican free-tailed bats take flight over Town Lake at dusk! Tickets $7 at the gate, kids 10 and under free. VIP passes available for $56 in advance.