Summer has officially arrived in Austin, and Memorial Day weekend is the perfect time to kick it off! Whether you’re celebrating the long weekend or just soaking in that school ’ out energy, we’ve got you covered. From outdoor adventures to cool indoor escapes, here are our Top Weekend Picks for Austin Families! Check out our Top Weekend Picks for Austin Families below.
*Top photo credit: Austin Green Festival
— Dinos in the Wild @ Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center
Through August 17 | 9 am – 4 pm | Included with General Admission here
Head to the Wildflower Center for Dinos in the Wild, a prehistoric adventure featuring life-sized animatronic dinosaurs along the trails! Kids can roam the gardens, spot ancient creatures, and learn dino facts among plants that date back to the dino age. It’s the perfect mix of science, nature, and giant roaring fun. Included with admission; free for members!
— Austin Greek Festival @ Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church
Friday, May 23 – Sunday, May 25 | 11 am – 10 pm | $5 for adults; free for kids 10 and under
Opa! Celebrate Greek culture at the Austin Greek Festival with three days of fun. Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine, live music, traditional dance performances, and church tours that showcase beautiful Byzantine art. Don’t miss the bustling marketplace filled with unique vendors. Please note: this event is cashless. Get more info here.
— Mysteries of Science: Memorial Day Weekend @ The Science Mill
Saturday, May 24 through Monday, May 26 | 10 am – 5 pm | $10.50 for youth; $12 for adults
Get ready to solve some seriously cool science mysteries at the Science Mill this Memorial Day Weekend! Dive into hands-on activities and brain-boosting fun as you explore wild scientific phenomena, from Antarctica’s Blood Falls to the invisible pull of black holes. It’s a weekend full of curiosity for science lovers of all ages! Admission is included with the museum GA.
Featured Activities:
- Bleeding Glacier
Channel your inner explorer to uncover the mystery behind Antarctica’s red-hued Blood Falls. Investigate samples under a microscope and record your findings like a true scientist. - Fingerprint Detectives
There’s been a banana theft — and you’re on the case! In this fun forensics challenge, use fingerprint clues to track down the Banana Bandit. - Journey Through Space & Numbers
Escape the pull of a mysterious black hole! Use math and logic to crack codes and make it back to Earth. - Special Guest (Monday, May 26): Meet real-life forensic anthropologist Dr. Sophia R. Mavroudas!
A past performance with Groundwork Music Project
— Groundwork Music Project @ The Hive
Saturday, May 24 | 10 am | FREE
Catch a family-friendly concert where the music is just as fun for grown-ups as it is for kids! Groundwork Music Project brings top-notch musicianship and playful, engaging tunes to the stage — no watered-down kid songs here. Keep an eye out for performances by young musicians from Groundwork’s education programs, too. It’s a sweet way to support local music and enjoy a concert the whole family will love.
— H-E-B Free Fourth Sunday @ Texas Science and Natural History Museum
Sunday, May 25 | 1 pm- 5 pm | FREE
Enjoy free admission to the Texas Science & Natural History Museum this Sunday, courtesy of H-E-B. Explore everything from ancient fossils and meteorites to Texas wildlife and massive prehistoric creatures — including a pterosaur with a 33-foot wingspan! The museum is open from 1 pm –5 pm, with final entry at 4:30 pm. Get more info here.
— More Memorial Day Weekend Events
Memorial Day Weekend is almost here, and it’s the perfect time to kick off summer with some fun around Austin. Whether you’re looking to honor the holiday with community events or just enjoy the extra day off with family adventures, we’ve rounded up some great ways to make the most of the long weekend. Check them out here.
More to explore this weekend:
- 51st Annual Paramount Summer Classic Film Series: Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
- 51st Annual Paramount Summer Classic Film Series: Jaws 50th Anniversary
- Woodland Faerie Trail @ Zilker Botanical Garden
- Memorial Day Weekend in Johnson City
- Memorial Day Weekend: Summer in the Hills Kickoff @ Omni Barton Creek Resort and Spa
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