Looking for some fun ways to fill your weekday schedule? Here are our top 5 picks for family events in Austin this week.
Top 5 Austin Family Events to Check Out This Week:
— Minecraft Club @ Terrazas Branch of the Austin Public Library
Monday, Jan. 25, 3 p.m.
Enjoy two hours of Minecraft free play! Bring your own laptop, tablet, or mobile device that has Minecraft downloaded, but laptops will be available for use at the library, too. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Bring your creativity for open-ended writing experiments. Free.
— Austin Reptile Show @ Safari Champ
Tuesday, Jan. 26, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Get ready for creepy crawly fun! Mr. Mike will fascinate your child with this up-close experience with LIVE snakes, lizards and turtles from around the world. Twelve reptiles big and small will give kids an educational first hand look at these awesome, and often misunderstood, creatures. Appropriate for all ages. Cost is $10 includes admission to Safari Champ.
— Stargazing Parties at UT @ Robert Lee Moore Hall
Wednesday, Jan. 27, 7 – 9 p.m.
Every Wednesday night while UT is in session, the astronomy department sponsors free public star parties on the top roof of Robert Lee Moore Hall, which is located at the southeast corner of Dean Keeton (formerly 26th street) and Speedway. All ages are welcome, but younger children need to be under adult supervision at all times. Call 512-232-4265 for weather cancellation information.
— Harlem Globetrotters World Tour @ Frank Erwin Center
Thursday, Jan. 28, 7 p.m.
Check out the iconic Harlem Globetrotters in their most epic tour in history as the famous team celebrates its 90th anniversary. Check out their rim-rattling dunks and trick shots, along with comedy and interaction with the fans. (Games on Thursday & Friday.) Tickets start at $17 per person and can be purchased online here. You can also click here to enter to win a 4-pack of tickets!
— Live Music with Ruby Dee & the Snakehandlers @ Central Market North
Friday, Jan. 29, 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Enjoy a free family-friendly rockabilly show as part of Central Market’s live music series.
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Have a fun week!
