Kids Activities in Austin this Weekend of May 9, 2025
Our top picks for fun kids activities in Austin this weekend of May 9
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Top Pick – Plan For Summer Camps 2025 – Check Out Camp Champions
Camp Champions 2025
With a legacy of adventure and growth spanning decades, Camp Champions continues to set the gold standard for Texas summer camps.
Camp Champions 2025 is more than a summer camp. Experience a tech-free adventure with exceptional counselors, diverse activities, and a focus on building strong kids.
Camp Champions offers several terms as well as combination terms.
- 1-week terms (June 15 – August 9, 2025): $2350 | $300 deposit
- 2-week terms (June 1 – August 9, 2025): $4525 | $600 deposit
- 3-week terms (July 13 – August 2, 2025): $5925 | $600 deposit
- 4-week terms (June 1 – August 9, 2025): $6875 | $800 deposit
Other combination terms:
- Combo 5 (5 weeks: June 29 – August 2): $8595 | $800 deposit
- Six-Week Options (Combine any three 2-week sessions): $9975 | $800 deposit
As part of the tuition you pay, campers will receive “champs” each week, which they can spend at the camp store. You can also purchase extra champs for your child.
Aside from that, campers will receive a camp uniform and a handsome hardcover yearbook. My kiddos had a great time at the camp last year.
Location: 775 Camp Rd, Marble Falls, TX 78654, United States
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
Art-O-Rama
Dive headfirst into Art-O-Rama 2025, where nature, art, tech, and community fuse into a Solarpunk spectacle.
Explore a utopian vision of a sustainable future brought to life through vibrant creativity and collaboration and engage in eco-friendly art activities, with chances to snag some awesome prizes.
There will also be interactive installations, captivating performances, and delicious food for everyone to enjoy.
Where: Dougherty Arts Center, 1110 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
When: Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 1 pm – 4 pm
How Much: Free
Mother’s Day Market
Discover unique finds at 7th Street Candle Co.’s outdoor market this weekend with your mom. Then, join their ticketed Seed Bomb & Candle Bar Workshop. Here, you and your mom can craft a personalized candle and then create beautiful seed bombs.
Where: 7th Street Candle Co., 507 W 41st St, Austin, TX 78751
When: Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 12 pm – 5 pm
How Much: Free
Austin Symphonic Band: Mother’s Day Concert
Treat someone special to a glorious Mother’s Day serenade at the State Capitol. The Austin Symphonic Band will fill the air with vibrant marches and enchanting theater melodies from the South Steps.
Where: South Steps of the State Capitol, 1100 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
When: Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 7 pm – 8 pm
How Much: Free
Varta Storytelling Festival
Varta brings a unique celebration of South-Asian folk music and intergenerational stories to the kids this weekend.
See Shadow Puppets from Kerala (known as Tholpavakoothu) for the first time in Austin and enjoy an interactive folk storytelling performance with student dancers.
There will also be book signings with award-winning children’s writers, Jyoti Rajan Gopal, Reem Faruqi, and Meera Sriram. You and the kids can also join workshops such as Natasha Badhiar’s workshop on poetry and art and a paper quilting workshop for kids led by local artist Akanksha Jain.
Kids will get access to snacks and FREE ice cream.
Where: Austin Public Library (Hampton Branch at Oak Hill), 5125 Convict Hill Rd, Austin, TX 78749
When: Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 10:30 am – 3 pm
How Much: Free
Cedar Park Kite Festival
Image credit: Angie Gonzalez
Let your kites fly high and proud at the Cedar Park Kite Festival and watch as the sky is filled with colorful kites of all shapes and sizes. There will also be local food trucks, music, exciting performances, and more.
Where: Lakeline Park, 1510 Alexis Dr, Cedar Park, TX 78613
When: Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 3 pm – 7 pm
How Much: Free
Family Day – Wild About Nature
Image credit: UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum
Unleash your inner explorer with the kids at UMLAUF Family Day: Wild About Nature! Dive into the animal kingdom and discover fascinating facts through hands-on activities and guided artistic adventures.
Where: UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum, 605 Azie Morton Rd, Austin, TX 78704
When: Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 11 am – 4 pm
How Much: Free
Fun Kids Activities on Friday
Blue Genie Art Bazaar May Market
Dive into the fifth annual May Market and discover a vibrant collection of unique creations, showcasing the talents of nearly 200 regional artists and artisans.
Where: Blue Genie Art Bazaar, 6100 Airport Blvd Ste C, Austin, TX 78752
When: Friday, May 9 – June 1, 2025 | 10 am
How Much: Free entry
Spring Carnival 2025
Image credit: Pinballz Lake Creek
Get ready for a weekend explosion of fun in Austin! Prepare to spin on thrilling rides, test your luck at classic carnival games for awesome prizes, and indulge in all your favorite carnival treats just outside the arcade doors.
Inside, you’ll discover a colossal arcade packed with both the latest hits and beloved retro games. When you need to refuel, Pinballz Lake Creek offers a full scratch kitchen and two bars serving up delicious food and drinks.
Where: Pinballs Lake Creek, 13729 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78750
When: Friday, May 9 – 11, 2025 | 5 pm – 11 pm
How Much: Free entry | Rides and games require tickets
Touch the Art
At the transformed ART HQ, you’re invited to touch, explore, and truly connect with installations and pieces from over 50 artists. This includes unique collaborations with the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.
Your ticket also includes a themed drink (cocktail or mocktail) plus a special edition “Touch the Art” sticker.
Where: Almost Real Things HQ, 820 Shelby Ln #103, Austin, TX 78745
When: Friday, May 9 – 25, 2025 | 7 pm – 9 pm
How Much: $12 – $20
Best Kids Activities on Saturday
Donut Dash 5K
Join the ultimate donut challenge with friends or family this weekend! Registered participants get commemorative donut swag and a dozen donuts. Challenger participants will receive a Finisher Award if they can finish the 5k and donut feast in one hour or less.
Make sure to stick around for the post-race after-party!
Where: Downtown Round Rock, 221 E Main St, Round Rock, TX 78664
When: Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 7 am
How Much: Not stated
Moana iMax Screening
Join Moana on her mission to save her people this weekend with the kids. Don’t forget to bring their favorite snacks so they’ll have fuel for the long and exciting journey ahead.
Where: Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
When: Saturday, May 10 – 11, 2025 | 1:30 pm
How Much: $10 – $15
Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!
Image credit: ZACH Theatre
Austin’s weekend is about to get hilariously feathered! Straight from the pages of Mo Willems’ cherished books, this adventure unfolds when a bus driver takes a break and a feisty pigeon takes the wheel. Chaos ensues as the musical turns into a cacophony of songs, laughter, and feathery fun.
Where: Zach Theatre, 202 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
When: Saturday, May 10 – 18, 2025
How Much: Not stated
Overheard on a Train
All aboard for a few hours of hilarious comedy! Gather three friends and snag your tickets for Overheard, a one-of-a-kind comedy adventure aboard the CapMetro Red Line.
Here, you become the actors, performing an original script aloud as your train journey unfolds. Think of it like a hilarious table read with friends and try to deliver your lines without tearing up laughing. You’ll get four scripts to choose from, including a family-friendly option for ages 11 and up.
You’ll also have a complimentary drink waiting at Vigilante Gastropub during intermission.
Where: Downtown Station for CapMetro Red Line, 209 E 4th St, Austin, TX 78701
When: Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 2:15 pm – 4:15 pm
How Much: $35
AAPI Family Fun Day and Storytimes
Embrace AAPI Heritage Month and discover local authors Shivani Bakshi, Irene Kang, and Jessica Lam, who will bring their stories to life with engaging storytimes at this weekend’s AAPI family fun day.
You can also treat yourself to delicious Asian-inspired delights from KESSHŌ Chocolates, and explore unique finds from Always Sonny’s Asian-inspired soy candles and Lisalisa’s stationery and goods.
Where: Brentwood Social House, 1601 W Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78756
When: Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 9 am – 12 pm
How Much: Not stated
Top Family Activities on Sunday
Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park
Escape the heat and discover the Austin Symphony Orchestra’s vibrant Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park.
This 23rd season offers FREE ensemble performances, a gift to the Austin community allowing everyone to connect with the joy of classical music. Performances range from jazz and light classical tunes to familiar pops and film scores.
Where: South Steps of the State Capitol, 1100 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
When: Sunday, May 11 – June 29, 2025 | 7:30 pm
How Much: Free
Mother’s Day Celebration
Take your mom or your special lady on a nice, wonderful day out this Mother’s Day at the Wildflower Center. You can order a picnic box from Spread & Co. Boxes which includes a full sandwich, side salad, and chips for a picnic in the park. Or you can walk around and get snacks from their snack cart instead.
You can also bring the little ones along for the wildflower mug and tea craft. Let the kids paint a wildflower-themed mug for their mom, or let them join you in creating a custom tea blend using native yaupon, herbs, and dried fruits.
Where: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, 4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739
When: Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 9 am – 4 pm
How Much: Free entry for members | Pre-registration required for picnic boxes ($22 each) and craft participation
Bad Robot – Improv for the Whole Family
Image credit: Hideout theatre
This improv show was specifically made for the whole family to enjoy. The hosts will use suggestions from the audience to create an original story from scratch about a friend from outer space who lands on Earth.
You and the kids will shape the story, telling them where we go and who they’ll see, and even get a chance to come on stage
Where: The Hideout Theatre, 617 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
When: Sunday, May 11, 2025 | 4 pm
How Much: Free
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