Kids Activities in Austin this Weekend of January 31, 2025
Our top picks for fun kids activities in Austin this weekend of January 31
Free Family Events in Austin this Weekend: Arty Party and Goal Setting Through Board Breaking
Fun Kids Activities on Friday: Wild Outside Weekly Program
Best Kids Activities on Saturday: 2025 Bastrop TX Mardi Gras
Top Family Activities on Sunday: Coquette Tote Bag Workshop
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
Arty Party
Image credit: The Contemporary Austin Facebook
The Contemporary Austin is inviting you to their Arty Party! Inspired by Tom Friedman’s Looking Up, you’ll be exploring the sky through hands-on artmaking and stories.
Perfect for kids three and under, this event will have interactive story time, songs, and art making. Plus, run around in a blizzard of bubbles!
When: Friday, January 31, 2025 | 10 am – 11 am
Where: The Contemporary Austin, 3809 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703
How much: Free
Black History Month Walk
This Black History Month, stroll through the streets and learn about the significant contributions African Americans have made to the country.
When: Friday, January 31, 2025 | All day | Until February 28, 2025
Where: City Hall Trail, 1102 Lohmans Crossing Rd, Lakeway, TX 78734
How much: Free
Lunar New Year Festival by The Love of China School of Dance
The Love of China School of Dance is hosting a fun Lunar New Year Festival, complete with performances, craft vendors, and food and beverage booths! Come and celebrate the beginning of the Year of the Snake.
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025 | 11 am – 3:30 pm
Where: Asian American Resource Center, 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78754
How Much: Free
Lunar New Year Celebration
You’re in for a mega Lunar New Year celebration at the Fo Guang Shan Xiang Yun Temple. Join in the New Year’s Chanting Service and check out a variety of cultural booths and a vegetarian food sale.
This festival wouldn’t be complete without vibrant multicultural performances. For a full schedule of events, visit the FGS Xiang Yun Temple Facebook page.
When: Sunday, February 2, 2025 | 11 am – 3 pm | Until February 15, 2025
Where: Fo Guang Shan Xiang Yun Temple, 6720 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78731
How Much: Free admission; $20 food voucher
Solar Saturday: Black History Month Kick-Off Block Party
Start Black History Month with an awesome block party! This Solar Saturday, George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center is inviting you for a free afternoon of fun events in a lot of their spaces. Engage in interactive arts and crafts!
The gallery will be open, vinyl records will play all afternoon, and a vendor market will pop up! The sketch will close out the day with a musical performance.
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025 | 2 pm – 6 pm
Where: George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, 1165 Angelina St, Austin, TX 78702
How Much: Free
Sounds of Africa – African Safari with Elizabeth Kahura
Storyteller, performer, singer, and educator Elizabeth Kahura will be at Little Walnut Creek Branch to kick off Black History Month!
Experience Africa and learn about its culture through music, drumming, dance, storytelling, literature, pictures, and objects.
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025 | 2 pm – 3 pm
Where: Little Walnut, Creek Branch, 835 W Rundberg Ln, Austin, TX 78758
How Much: Free
Get Crafty: Tie Dye Inspired by the Art of Sam Gilliam
Explore the world of tie-dying! Kids and teens will learn how to design their bandana, canvas, or scarf, inspired by Sam Gilliam’s Drape series.
After the class, they’ll have the skills to tie-dye anything they want, perfect for upping their wardrobe or a gift.
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025 | 1 pm – 2:30 pm
Where: Ruiz Branch, 1600 Grove Blvd, Austin, TX 78741, United States
How Much: Free
Goal Setting Through Board Breaking
Image credit:m Journey Martial Arts Facebook
It’s never too late and you’re never too young to set your goals. This event will empower kids six to twelve years old to think of their future through an exciting activity, board breaking!
Here, they will learn how to set meaningful goals and how to achieve them. They’ll engage in activities that will develop their focus, perseverance, and self-belief, as well.
Lastly, they’ll get to break a wooden board as a symbol for breaking through challenges.
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025 | 1 pm
Where: Journey Martial Arts, 7032 Wood Hollow Dr #105, Austin, TX 78731
How Much: Free
H-E-B Free First Sunday: Black History and Education
This Free First Sunday at the Bullock Texas State History Museum, celebrate the beginning of Black History Month.
Explore their special exhibit, A Better Life for their Children, to learn about education and Black history through storytimes, hands-on activities, and crafts.
Check out the full list of activities here.
When: Sunday, February 2, 2025 | 10 am – 5 pm
Where: Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
How Much: Free
Fun Kids Activities on Friday
Wild Outside Weekly Program
Image credit: earthnativeschool.com
Wild Outside is a nature education course for kids aged five to sixteen. Here, instructors will guide them as they work closely in different settings to develop skills that will give them deeper and wider knowledge of nature.
Kids will explore, listen to inspiring stories, practice primitive and wilderness survival skills, play games, and more!
When: Friday, January 24, 2025 | 9:30 am – 3:30 pm | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday
Where: McKinney Falls State Park, 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy, Austin, TX 78744
How Much: Tuition starts at $221 per month
Best Kids Activities on Saturday
2025 Bastrop TX Mardi Gras
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Experience the vibrant traditions and rich culture of Louisiana right here in Austin. Bastrop’s Mardi Gras will have everything from Cajun cuisine to music, dancing, and a lively Mardi Gras parade!
They will also have a slew of activities, some even kids can join and love!
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Where: Bastrop, Texas
Hill Country Flyer
All aboard the Hill Country Flyer! Austin Steam Train Association’s most popular route and signature ride departs from their Cedar Park Depot and is their longest round trip, coming in at 66 miles! There will be a two-hour layover at Burnet where you’ll get to eat lunch and shop.
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025 | 9 am
Where: Austin Steam Train Association Museum, 401 E Whitestone Blvd C-100, Cedar Park, TX 78613, United States
How much: $30-$60
Top Family Activities on Sunday
Coquette Tote Bag Workshop
Image credit: the art garage– Austin, TX Facebook
Design your very own Coquette tote bag at this workshop and be the cutest girlie anywhere you go!
This is the perfect idea for a mommy-daughter date or a girls’ day out.
When: Sunday, February 2, 2024 | 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Where: The Art Garage Brentwood, 5501 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78751 and The Art Garage Oak Hill, 11190 Circle Dr, Austin, TX 78736
How much: $32, 13+
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