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10 Things to do in Austin with kids this weekend of September 29, 2023 include Texas Pumpkin Fest 2023, Touch-a-Truck 2023, and more!

September 28, 2023 by Clarett C. Leave a Comment

10 Things to do in Austin with kids this weekend of September 29, 2023 include Texas Pumpkin Fest 2023, Touch-a-Truck 2023, and more!

If there’s one thing about this city, it’s that there is always something going on. So, if you’re looking for fun things to do in Austin with kids this weekend of September 29, 2023, there’s plenty of fun to be had, including Texas Pumpkin Fest 2023, Touch-a-Truck 2023, Boulderfest 2023, American Indian Heritage Day 2023, and more!


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.

Also, remember to check out our articles on Swimming Holes in Texas, Caverns in Texas, Best Places and Parks with Falls Near Austin, and Austin Lakes and Activities!


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Things to do in Austin with kids this weekend of September 29, 2023 – Friday

Oktoberfest at Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden

It’s Oktoberfest season! Celebrate it with your friends or family this Thursday at Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden. The place will have a three-day celebration featuring German beer, food, games, and live music.

When: Friday – Saturday, September 29 – 30, 2023 | 4 pm 

Where: Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden, 79 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701

How much: No cover


89th Annual St. Elias Mediterranean Festival

89th Annual St. Elias Mediterranean Festival

Image credit: Austin Mediterranean Festival

Celebrate the rich Mediterranean culture through a weekend of delicious Mediterranean foods, wine, cocktails, and beer. In the festival, you can feast on everything from gyros and falafel to baklavas and spanakopita. There will also be a shopping bazaar with henna drawings, jewelry, and other goods.

When: Friday – Saturday, September 29 – 30, 2023 | 6 pm 

Where: St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Church, 408 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78701

How much: Free


Bat City Scaregrounds

The Bat City Scaregrounds is back just in time for fall Austin!

This 15-acre immersive entertainment complex is dedicated to all things scary and Halloween. In there, you’ll find three spooky haunted houses: Ancient Evil, Castle Orlock, and Clownocalypse 3D. You can also enjoy seasonal food, Vegas-style performances, live music, and more.

When: Friday, September 29 – October 31, 2023 | 7:30 pm 

Where: Bat City Scaregrounds, 14101 S Turnersville Rd, Buda, TX 78610

How much: $30 – $45


American Indian Heritage Day 2023

Celebrate the cultural, historic, and social contributions of American Indian communities and leaders to the nation today with your family at the Bullock Museum. There will be special programs throughout the day. You can also explore the exhibition Becoming Texas.

When: Friday, September 29, 2023 | 6 pm – 8 pm

Where: Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701

How much: Free


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Kids and adults romp around the trampoline park that features numerous onsite attractions such as foam pits, ropes course, cardio wall, and more.

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Things to do in Austin with kids on Saturday, September 29, 2023

NAMIWalks Central Texas

Things to do in Austin this weekend of September 29 | NAMIWalks Central Texas

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NAMIWalks is NAMI Central Texas’ largest mental health awareness and fundraising event of the year. The event is expected to attract hundreds to thousands of people celebrating mental health recovery.
While it’s free to join, fundraising is encouraged. Everyone who raises at least $100 will get an event t-shirt. Funds raised will support NAMI Central Texas’ programs, resources, and services.

When: Saturday, September 30, 2023 | 7:30 am

Where: The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704

How much: Free


Boulderfest 2023

Things to do in Austin with kids this weekend of September 29 | Boulderfest 2023

Image credit: Austin Bouldering Project

Join Austin’s largest annual climbing event with the whole family!
Climbers of all levels and ages are invited to enjoy a day of friendly competition. If you’re not a climber, there are also plenty of other things to enjoy like yoga and fitness offerings, local vendors, food and drinks, live music, and awesome giveaways.

When: Saturday, September 30, 2023 | 9 am – 10:30 pm

Where: Austin Bouldering Project, 979 Springdale Rd #150, Austin, TX 78702

How much: Free


Touch-a-Truck 2023

Things to do in Austin with kids this weekend of September 29 | Touch-a-Truck 2023

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Are your kids fans of cars? Delight them this weekend by checking out Touch-a-Truck!
Kids of all ages will get the chance to touch, explore, and climb on all the vehicles in the event. This includes everything from ambulances and fire trucks to bulldozers and backhoes.
There will also be a face painting, a petting zoo, bounce houses, arts and crafts, and more.

When: Saturday, September 30, 2023 | 10 am – 3 pm

Where: Q2 Stadium, 10414 Mc Kalla Pl, Austin, TX 78758

How much: $15 -$50


2nd Annual LinkedGlenn Charity Sandcastle Contest

Enjoy the last weekend of the month at Volente Beach Waterpark with the whole family and check out the amazing sandcastle creations from real estate industry teams competing for their chosen local non-profit charity.
Admission into the waterpark also includes access to the area where the sandcastles are being built.

When: Saturday, September 30, 2023 | 10 am – 5 pm

Where: Volente Beach Resort and Waterpark, 16107 Farm to Market Rd 2769 Suite D, Leander, TX 78641


Texas Pumpkin Fest 2023

Texas Pumpkin Fest 2023

Image credit: Texas Pumpkin Fest

It’s endless pumpkins and gourds at the Texas Pumpkin Fest!
Welcome fall here with the whole family and enjoy tons of fall-related activities. This includes a giant pumpkin spinner, rock climbing, magic shows, a mechanical bull, a pirate ship ride, a Ferris wheel, kiddie trains, axe throwing, pumpkin smash’n, food trucks, and so much more.

When: Saturday, September 30 – October 29, 2023 | 10 am – 7 pm

Where: Texas Pumpkin Fest, 8760 FM 2243, Leander, TX 78641

How much: $13


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Things to do in Austin with kids this weekend of September 29, 2023 – Sunday

Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival

Things to do in Austin this weekend with kids | Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival

Image credit: Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival

Pumpkin season has officially begun and one of the best places to enjoy all that pumpkin-y goodness is at the Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival.
Visitors can enjoy tons of fall-inspired games, attractions, and activities. There will be a courtyard marketplace offering all kinds of fall goods, live music, and a selection of seasonal foods and drinks. There will also be tons of photo ops for you and the family.

When: Sunday, October 1 – 29, 2023 | 10 am

Where: Founders Memorial Park, Founders Park Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

How much: $15


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