Our top picks for fun kids activities in Austin this weekend of January 24
Free Family Events in Austin this Weekend: Homeschool Day: Texas Critters
Fun Kids Activities on Friday: Bug Squad
Best Kids Activities on Saturday: Police Officer and K9 Doggy Visit
Top Family Activities on Sunday: 2025 Spring Festival Gala & Games
Check out the full list below!
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.
Free Family Events in Austin this Weekend
E-Sports Video Game Club with Boys & Girls Club
Image credit: Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio Facebook
Girls and boys alike are invited to play games and talk all things e-sports! Through this event, kids will learn about teamwork, potential careers in the gaming field, and educational opportunities.
Meet at the Meeting Room of the New Braunfels Library. This is a safe and inclusive safe where your kids will listen to the experts of the Boys & Girls Club.
When: Friday, January 24, 2025 | 4:30 pm – 6 pm
Where: New Braunfels Library, 700 E Common St, New Braunfels, TX 78130
How much: Free
Homeschool Day: Texas Critters
Image credit: Bullock Texas State History Museum Facebook
The Bullock Texas State History Museum is inviting homeschool families for a full free day of exploring animals! You’ll be watching the IMAX documentary film Animal Kingdom.
Learn how animals interact with each other and humans. Plus, there will be a ton of hands-on crafts and activities that will explore the roles animals play in their communities and how their behaviors impact the world.
Check out their page for the full list of their activities, resources, and exhibitions.
When: Friday, January 24, 2025 | 10 am – 5 pm
Where: Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
How much: Free for homeschool families
Kids Planting Seeds and Free Coffee/Tea for Adults
Kids will get to explore the world of gardening while the grown-ups enjoy coffee and tea.
GreenSprout Hub will be providing paper pots, soil, and a variety of seeds (sunflower and moringa) to plant. At the end of the day, they can take these home with them.
You can pack their gardening gloves to stay clean. They also encourage you to bring your own cup or mug.
They will be serving Colombian’s Award Winning Coffee from San Alberto Farm.
When: Saturday, January 25, 2025 | 10:30 am – 5 pm
Where: GreenSprout Hub, 14735 Fitzhugh Rd Bldg A, Austin, TX 78736
How much: Free
All Ages Maker’s Class: DIY Bendy Snakes
Young, old, and everyone in between is invited to this maker’s class!
Bring in the Year of the Snake by making your own bendy snake to take home.
Tools and supplies will be provided. Just bring your creativity!
When: Saturday, January 25, 2025 | 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Where: Cedar Park Public Library, 425 S Parkwest Dr, Cedar Park, TX 78613
How much: Free
Quarterly Tabletop Games Flea Market
Image credit: Game Kastle Facebook
Whether you’re looking to grow your collection or looking to start one, Game Kastle’s Tabletop Games Flea Market is the place to go!
You’ll find all sorts of cool stuff, like miniatures and board games, from 24 vendor tables.
When: Sunday, January 26, 2025 | 11 am – 3 pm
Where: Game Kastle, 3407 Wells Branch Pkwy suite 800, Austin, TX 78728
How Much: Free to attend
Lord of the Rings Day
BookPeople is inviting you for one party to rule them all to celebrate Lord of the Rings Day!
Participate in a Tolkien-themed scavenger hunt. Indulge in themed mochi donuts from Bom Bakeshop and CoffeePeople. Commemorate the day in the photo booth. Test your knowledge of Lord of the Rings trivia. Play a riveting game of Dungeons & Dragons.
It’s to be a day full of fantastical festivities, with events and pop-ups sprinkled throughout the day.
When: Sunday, January 26, 2025 | 9 am. -9 pm
Where: BookPeople, 603 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703
How Much: Free
Fun Kids Activities on Friday
Bug Squad
Image Credit: Arlington Life Shelter FB Page
Step into a world where insects and critters have superhero abilities! Visit the Bug Squad and listen to their superhero stories, learn about their out-of-this-world abilities and unique traits.
Families will get to explore various science topics and learn to appreciate diversity through immersive exhibits and play areas.
When: Friday, January 24, 2025 | 9 am – 5 pm | Until February 8, 2025
Where: River Legacy Nature Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington, TX 76006
How Much:Adults: $10; Military, First Responders, & Seniors: $9; Children: $7
Best Kids Activities on Saturday
Wild Kratts Live 2.0: Activate Creature Power!
Image credit: The Kratt Brothers Facebook
The Kratt brothers are coming to Austin for another Wild Kratts adventure! Watch Chris and Martin (and the rest of the Wild Kratts team) use their magic to combine animation and live-action to bring you an epic show!
Watch to see which creature powers they will activate! Plus, learn about some interesting facts through their captivating storytelling.
When: Saturday, January 25, 2025 | 1 pm & 5 pm
Where: Texas Performing Arts, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr, Austin, TX 78712
Police Officer and K9 Doggy Visit
Some special guests will be visiting the Toybrary this Saturday. A police officer will come by to teach you what to do if you get lost and about community helpers.
More than that, you can check out a police car and lights, and meet a K9 doggy!
When: Saturday, January 25, 2025 | 10:30 am – 12 pm
Where: Toybrary Austin, 2001 Justin Ln, Austin, TX 78757
How much: $12 for non-members; Free for members
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