Last Updated On – 24th October, 2025
Jump To: November 7 – 9 | November 14 – 16 | November 21 – 23 | November 28 – 30
November in Austin is a month of enchantment, where the city comes alive with a vibrant mix of fall festivals, holiday events, and family-friendly fun. From light shows and food festivals to exciting shows and cultural celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
This guide will help you navigate the best kids’ events and activities happening in Austin throughout November 2025. Get ready to embrace the autumn spirit and create unforgettable memories with your family!
This month’s highlights include A Christmas Carol, The Light Park, and Panda Fest!
This list is grouped by date range for easy browsing and quick planning.
Want more ideas for the kids? Browse our guide to current Austin events and family activities happening across the city!
Editor’s Note: Our staff works hard to bring you the latest information. However, all information mentioned in this article is subject to change. As always, please confirm before heading out.
Kids Events in Austin in November 7 – 9, 2025
Wurstfest – Grab your family and head to New Braunfels this November for Wurstfest, where you’ll find German music, dancing, exciting carnival rides, and delicious sausage and beer.
Image credit: Wurstfest
A Charlie Brown Christmas – Join the Peanuts gang as Charlie Brown searches for the true meaning of the holidays in this classic live stage production.
Fall Carnival 2025 at Pinballz – Enjoy the Fall Carnival 2025 at Pinballz Lake Creek this season, where thrilling amusement rides, classic games, and a massive arcade await you and the whole family.
Fortlandia – Explore incredible, climbable hideouts at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center’s Fortlandia exhibit, one of the most exciting and interactive kids’ events in Austin that sparks childhood play and wonder for the whole family!
Frutos de la Muerte – Unearth a stunning bilingual story of memory and identity featuring puppetry and uncanny fungal moments that bring Guatemalan culture to life in this show.
Surreal Luck – Venture into Surreal Luck, a dimension-bending neon art and music experience taking over Willie Nelson’s private town. Explore larger-than-life Ion Art installations and enjoy unique culinary moments in this western-wonder cosmic landscape.
Austin Celtic Festival – Experience the Austin Celtic Festival, a dazzling 30th-anniversary celebration of authentic Celtic traditions featuring international music stars, Highland Games, and dance troupes at Pioneer Farms!
Texas Book Festival – Explore the nation’s premier literary gathering featuring 300+ incredible authors right in downtown Austin at the State Capitol.
BRAVE Fest – Experience BRAVE Fest, a powerful, joyful celebration of music, dance, and community belonging that unites changemakers! Don’t miss this family- and pet-friendly festival, complete with live performances and a Children’s Corner.
Image credit: BRAVE Communities
Festival of Good 2025: Pawsitively Good Fall Fun – Grab your kids and your pets and head over to the FREE Festival of Good, a Pawsitively Good Fall Fun celebration featuring a petting zoo, the Goodnight Express kiddie train, food trucks, and live music.
Image credit: Goodnight Ranch
Mosswood Renaissance Faire – Step back in time to the Mosswood Renaissance Faire at Ani’s Day & Night and enjoy artisan vendors, mystical fun, and a rocking performance by Blaggards.
Persian Fall Festival, Mehregan – Celebrate the ancient Persian festival of Mehregan right here in Texas with live music, delicious food, and cultural fun! Experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of this vibrant festival of friendship and gratitude.
Rhythms & Flavors Cultural Festival 2025 – Join the celebration at the Rhythms & Flavors Cultural Festival 2025, which features live performances, delicious global food, family clay activities, and a vibrant marketplace.
Texas Wellness Day – Celebrate Texas Wellness Day at Fiesta Gardens with a free, family-friendly event focused on health and community connection.
The Austin Chicken Wing Festival – Get ready to feast at the biggest all-you-can-eat wing party in Texas! And don’t forget to cast your vote for the most delicious recipe.
The 50th Annual Garage & Estate Sale – Hunt for incredible deals and thousands of treasures, from vintage collectibles to children’s clothing, at the massive 50th Annual Settlement Home Garage & Estate Sale.
The Light Park – Buckle up and tune in to DJ Polar Ice’s live holiday mix as you drive through millions of dazzling, synchronized LED lights in this mile-long spectacle.
Run For The Water – Hit the streets for the Run For The Water 5K, 10-Miler, or Kids K that directly funds clean water projects in Burundi.
The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail – Dare to enter a unique Halloween wonderland in Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail! Walk through a magical trail and see your favorite characters, scenes, and songs from the movie come to life in this exclusive event.
Kids Events in Austin in November 14 – 16, 2025
Blue Genie Art Bazaar – Shop over 200 regional artists at the Blue Genie Art Bazaar, Austin’s famous, family-friendly market, which is returning for its 25th year.
Panda Fest – Taste over 100 dishes from 40+ Asian food vendors and catch electrifying live K-pop and lion dances at the debut of Panda Fest. You can even get pictures with a spectacular 15-foot inflatable panda!
Home Slice Pizza’s Carnival O’ Pizza – Celebrate Home Slice Pizza’s 20th Anniversary at the incredible Carnival O’ Pizza for a day of games, live music, and lots of Austin’s best pizza.
Image credit: Home Slice Pizza
Passport to the World Festival – Grab your passport and join the Parade of Cultures, which will kick off the FREE Passport to the World Festival at Austin Central Library. Aside from the parade, enjoy live global performances and interactive games!
Image credit: Austin Sister Cities International ASCI
Austin Mac & Cheese Festival – Taste over a dozen mac & cheese creations from Austin’s top chefs and vote for the champion at this fun, flavorful celebration.
Wurstfest – Grab your family and head to New Braunfels this November for Wurstfest, where you’ll find German music, dancing, exciting carnival rides, and delicious sausage and beer.
Fortlandia – Come and explore incredible, climbable hideouts at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center’s Fortlandia exhibit, one of the most exciting and interactive kids’ events in Austin that sparks childhood play and wonder for the whole family!
A Charlie Brown Christmas – Join the Peanuts gang as Charlie Brown searches for the true meaning of the holidays in this classic live stage production.
The Light Park – Buckle up and tune in to DJ Polar Ice’s live holiday mix as you drive through millions of dazzling, synchronized LED lights in this mile-long spectacle.
The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail – Dare to enter a unique Halloween wonderland in Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail! Walk through a magical trail and see your favorite characters, scenes, and songs from the movie come to life in this exclusive event.
Kids Events in Austin in November 21 – 23, 2025
A Christmas Affair – Shop over 200 merchants from across the country at the massive, five-day A Christmas Affair holiday market that supports vital community programs.
A Christmas Carol – Catch Zach’s A Christmas Carol, one of Austin’s most cherished holiday traditions, during its eleventh dazzling year!
Image credit: ZACH Theatre
The Austin Powwow – Experience the stunning energy of the Austin Powwow, a premier celebration showcasing hundreds of Native American dancers, singers, musicians, artists, and craftsmen in one unforgettable cultural display.
Image credit: The Austin Powwow and Native American Heritage Festival kids
25th Annual Mighty Texas Dog Walk & Expo – Grab your dog and join the Mighty Texas Dog Walk & Expo! Unleash the fun with dog games, freebies, and a massive costume contest for your chance to win a gaudy “gold” trophy.
Image credit: Mighty Texas Dog Walk and Expo
The Front Market – Discover incredible, unique treasures and support over 150 women and LGBTQ+ Texan creatives at The Front Market.
Turkey Trails – Austin – Lace up for the Turkey Trails 5k/10k, a fun, Thanksgiving-themed run where every family member scores a custom medal, designer shirt, and treats.
Image credit: Bodies Race Company
The Big Ole Queer Market – Shop for unique holiday gifts and experience incredible art and positive vibes directly from local artists at The Big Ole Queer Market.
Disney’s Frozen – Experience the magic of Arendelle live on stage as Disney’s Frozen arrives, packed with all the beloved songs and new music in a stunning tale of sisterhood and true love.
Blue Genie Art Bazaar – Shop over 200 regional artists at the Blue Genie Art Bazaar, Austin’s famous, family-friendly market, which is returning for its 25th year. Find unique handmade gifts for everyone.
Fortlandia – Come and explore incredible, climbable hideouts at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center’s Fortlandia exhibit, one of the most exciting and interactive kids’ events in Austin that sparks childhood play and wonder for the whole family!
A Charlie Brown Christmas – Join the Peanuts gang as Charlie Brown searches for the true meaning of the holidays in this classic live stage production.
The Light Park – Buckle up and tune in to DJ Polar Ice’s live holiday mix as you drive through millions of dazzling, synchronized LED lights in this mile-long spectacle.
The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail – Dare to enter a unique Halloween wonderland in Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail! Walk through a magical trail and see your favorite characters, scenes, and songs from the movie come to life in this exclusive event.
Kids Events in Austin in November 28 – 30, 2025
A Christmas Carol – Catch Zach’s A Christmas Carol, one of Austin’s most cherished holiday traditions, at its eleventh dazzling year!
Blue Genie Art Bazaar – Shop over 200 regional artists at the Blue Genie Art Bazaar, Austin’s famous, family-friendly market, which is returning for its 25th year. Find unique handmade gifts for everyone.
Fortlandia – Come and explore incredible, climbable hideouts at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center’s Fortlandia exhibit, one of the most exciting and interactive kids’ events in Austin that sparks childhood play and wonder for the whole family!
A Charlie Brown Christmas – Join the Peanuts gang as Charlie Brown searches for the true meaning of the holidays in this classic live stage production.
The Light Park – Buckle up and tune in to DJ Polar Ice’s live holiday mix as you drive through millions of dazzling, synchronized LED lights in this mile-long spectacle.
Image credit: The Light Park
The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail – Dare to enter a unique Halloween wonderland in Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail! Walk through a magical trail and see your favorite characters, scenes, and songs from the movie come to life in this exclusive event.
Want more ideas for the kids? Browse our guide to current Austin events and family activities happening across the city!
