Summer may be winding down, but Austin is still serving up plenty of family fun. Whether you’re looking to stay cool indoors or enjoy an evening outside, we’ve rounded up the best events happening this weekend to help you make the most of these last weeks of summer.
Top photo credit: The Bullock Museum
Magnolia Musical Theatre: The Addams Family @ Hill Country Galleria
Every Friday, through August 15 | 8 pm | FREE
They’re creepy, they’re kooky, and they’re taking over the Hill Country Galleria! Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy The Addams Family under the stars in this free outdoor production by Magnolia Musical Theatre. We love events at the Galleria because you can make a whole evening of it with dinner or dessert before the show, plus there’s plenty of parking. It’s a fun summer theater night for the whole family. Get more info here.
Second Saturdays Are for Families @ H-E-B Lake Austin
Saturday, Aug. 1 | 9 am – 11 am | Reserve your free art kit here
Second Saturdays Are for Families is popping up at Lake Austin H-E-B! Join The Contemporary’s family programs team for a morning of free artmaking and create a watercolor postcard to send to someone special. Free art kits will be available while supplies last, making it an easy stop while you’re out and about. Get all the info and register here.
Sunday, Aug. 2 | 9 am – 10 am | FREE with registration here
Enjoy a quieter visit to the Bullock Texas State History Museum during Sensory Hour, a special hour before the museum opens designed for families who prefer a calm, low sensory environment. Sensory bags with fidget toys, look and see cards, communication sheets, sensory maps, and a limited number of noise reducing headphones will be available to help make the experience more comfortable. Admission is free, but registration is required and space is limited.
After Sensory Hour, families are welcome to stay for H-E-B Free First Sunday, featuring free museum admission and themed activities beginning at 10 am.
H-E-B Free Fourth Sunday: Native American Culture @ The Bullock
Sunday, Aug. 2 | 9 am – 10 am | FREE
Enjoy free admission to the Bullock Texas State History Museum during H-E-B Free First Sunday! This month celebrates Native American culture with hands on activities, Cherokee language and culture demonstrations, Indigenous community partners, cornhusk dragonfly crafts, and storytime with the Austin Public Library.
Families looking for a quieter experience can also register for Sensory Hour before the museum opens.
Create in the Park @ Tudor Cottage at Pease Park
Sunday, Aug. 2 | 2 pm – 5 pm | FREE with RSVP here
Spend the afternoon creating, exploring, and meeting live animals at this free event in Pease Park! Kids can enjoy hands on art activities, say hello to animal visitors, and soak up a creative afternoon in one of Austin’s favorite green spaces. Register for free here.
More Weekend Events:
- Ice Age in the Wild
- Live at The Hive @ The Hive
- Summer Crafts @ Meanwhile Brewing
- Annie @ Zach Theater
- Austin ISD: Enrollment is OPEN
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