Good days start with a little exploring.

Thinkery–Del Valle

Free open play for Del Valle residents on Friday evenings and Saturday mornings.

5301 Ross RdAges 0–8Free for residents

Play Street Museum

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A pretend-play mini town. Book ahead.

Multiple locationsAges 0–7Reservation needed

Indigo Play

Indoor play for babies and toddlers.

Central AustinAges 0–6

Mt Playmore

A multi-level indoor play structure for ages 1–12.

North AustinAges 1–12

Chaparral Ice

Public ice skating in North Austin.

North AustinAges 4+

Austin Bouldering Project

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Kids’ bouldering at the Springdale and South Lamar gyms.

East AustinAges 4+

Urban Air Austin (Cedar Park)

Trampolines and indoor attractions in Cedar Park, with weekday open play from 4pm.

Cedar ParkAll ages

Urban Air South Austin

Trampolines and indoor attractions in South Austin, with weekday open play from 4pm.

South AustinAll ages

Urban Air Bee Cave

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Trampolines and indoor attractions in Bee Cave, open to all ages.

Bee CaveAll ages

PINSTACK Austin

Bowling, laser tag, a ropes course, bumper cars, and an arcade, with a restaurant on site.

North AustinAll ages

Pinballz Original

Classic and modern arcade games on Research Boulevard, with no cover charge.

North AustinAll ages

Pinballz Lake Creek

A big arcade with go-karts and laser tag, and no cover charge.

North AustinAll ages

Pinballz Kingdom

Arcade games and bumper cars in Buda, with no cover charge.

BudaAll ages

Dave & Buster's Austin

An arcade described as a playground for all ages, plus a restaurant and a sports bar.

North AustinAll ages

Alliance Children’s Garden

A two-acre play garden with slides, a rope net, and a splash feature.

Butler ParkAges 1–10Free

Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park

Separate big-kid and little-kid playscapes, mostly in the shade.

6301 W Slaughter LnAll agesFree

Play for All Abilities Park

An inclusive Round Rock playground with a tiny town and a sensory pod.

151 N A.W. Grimes BlvdAll agesFree

Brushy Creek Lake Park

A 2024 playscape, a toddler area, a splash pad, and a lake trail.

3300 Brushy Creek RdAges 1+Free

Austin Zoo

A rescue zoo with a train, a hoofstock feeding area, and picnic tables.

Southwest AustinAges 1–10

Austin Aquarium

Indoor touch tanks and animal feedings.

Northwest AustinAges 1–10

Jourdan-Bachman Pioneer Farms

A living-history farm with animals and 1800s homesteads.

Northeast AustinAges 3–12

Home Depot kids workshops

Location needs verification

A free monthly workshop where kids build a project.

Home Depot stores citywideAges 5–12FreeRegister online

Umlauf Sculpture Garden

A shady sculpture garden across from Zilker, easy with a stroller.

ZilkerAll ages

Terra Toys and BookPeople

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A toy store with play areas, and story times at BookPeople.

Central Austin / downtownAll agesFree

Thinkery Community Night

The children’s museum, free on Wednesday evenings.

MuellerAges 0–11FreeNo reservation

Bullock Free First Sunday

Exhibits are free on the first Sunday. Theater tickets are extra.

DowntownAges 5+Free

Fortlandia

Artist-built forts at the Wildflower Center through January 31, 2027.

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower CenterAll agesIncluded

Austin Trail of Lights

Holiday lights in Zilker Park, December 10–23, 2026, from 7 to 10pm.

Zilker ParkAll agesFree nightsReservation needed

Wildflower Center Sprouts

A preschool nature program at the Wildflower Center on November 25.

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower CenterAges 3–5

Austin Steam Train

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Vintage train rides on the Cedar Park–Burnet line. Holiday trains sell out.

Cedar Park / Burnet lineAll agesReservation needed

Waterloo Park playground

A little room to roam in the heart of downtown, with a playground and plenty of space to explore.

500 E 12th StAll agesFree

Great Hills Neighborhood Park

A creek-side neighborhood park in Great Hills, with room for a wander.

10801 Sierra OaksAges 3+Free

Bartholomew District Park

A district park on Berkman Drive, with a summer pool when the season is on.

5201 Berkman DrAll agesFree

Lott Pocket Park

A pocket park on Curve Street, just the right size for a short play.

1180 Curve StAges 2–5Free

Rosewood Neighborhood Park

A neighborhood park on Rosewood Avenue, an easy afternoon outside.

2300 Rosewood AveAll agesFree

Zilker Park main playground

The main playground at Zilker, near the Nature & Science Center.

2100 Barton Springs RdAll agesFree

Ramsey Neighborhood Park

A neighborhood park in Rosedale, an easy place to let them run around.

4301 Rosedale AveAges 1–8Free

Ricky Guerrero Neighborhood Park

A neighborhood park on South 6th, close enough for a spontaneous outing.

2006 S 6th StAges 1–6Free

Hartford Triangle

A small East Austin park, the kind of stop that fills a spare afternoon.

1605 Ethridge AveAges 1–6Free

Mueller Lake Park

Location needs verification

A fenced, accessible playground at Mueller Lake Park, with restrooms.

MuellerAges 1–8Free

Shipe Neighborhood Park

A Hyde Park neighborhood park, easy to reach when you want fresh air.

4400 Avenue GAges 1–8Free

Balcones District Park

A district park in Northwest Austin, with space to stretch out.

12017 Amherst DrAges 2–10Free

Dick Nichols District Park

A district park in Southwest Austin, roomy enough for a real outing.

8011 Beckett RdAll agesFree

Loewy Family Playground

A playground for toddlers through grade school on Hart Lane, built with Austin Parks.

7022 Hart LnAges 1–10Free

Skyline Park

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A splash pad, a zip line, swings, hillside slides, and bathrooms in Easton Park.

7800 Apogee BlvdAll agesFree

Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park

A Colorado River park with a sandy bank. Swimming and tubing aren’t allowed.

400 Grove BlvdAll agesFree

Margaret J. Gomez Southeast Metropolitan Park

The Dinosaur Park road and playground reopened November 2, and the docks are under construction.

4511 Hwy 71 EAll agesFree

Richard Moya Park

Three playgrounds and restrooms in southeast Travis County.

10001 Burleson RdAll agesFree

Lakeway City Park

A playground, slides, and restrooms at Lakeway City Park.

502 Hurst Creek RdAll agesFree

Dripping Springs Sports & Recreation Park

A playground, walking trails, and picnic shade at the sports park.

27148 RR 12All agesFree

Lakeline Park

A Cedar Park playground with restrooms, a reliable stop when you need one.

1510 Alexis DrAll agesFree

Garey Park

A Georgetown park with an entrance fee. The splash pad runs April through October.

6450 RM 2243All agesEntrance fee

Georgetown Creative Playscape

A downtown Georgetown playscape, an easy stop when you’re already in town.

1003 N Austin AveAges 2–10Free

Robin Bledsoe Park

A Leander playscape and playground, a solid neighborhood outing.

601 S Bagdad RdAges 1–10Free

Wilbarger Creek Park

Location needs verification

A playground and a youth velo-way in Pflugerville.

1211 Kingston Lacy BlvdAges 3–12Free

La Verde Park

An all-abilities playground in Kyle, with a seasonal splash pad.

3901 Burnham RdAll agesFree

LBJ Presidential Library

A presidential library with a Little Citizens Tour for kindergarten through 3rd grade.

2313 Red River StAll agesUnder 12 free

Mexic-Arte Museum

A downtown museum. Ages 12 and under are $1, and Sundays are free.

419 Congress AveAll ages$1

Central Market North Lamar

A café patio and a rooftop playground at the North Lamar store, easy to fold into the day.

4001 N Lamar BlvdAll agesFree

Whole Foods Lamar flagship

A rooftop play area at the Lamar flagship, a handy stop when you’re already there.

525 N Lamar BlvdAll agesFree

Austin Beerworks at Sprinkle Valley

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A kids’ playground, disc golf, and air-conditioning inside.

10300 Springdale RdAll ages

Meanwhile Brewing

A playground and a soccer field, so there’s more than one way to burn energy.

3901 Promontory Point DrAll ages

Fitzhugh Brewing

An outdoor playground and a kids’ menu, a Dripping Springs stop for the whole table.

Dripping SpringsAll ages

12 Fox Beer Co.

Bring the kids to the playground at this Dripping Springs brewery.

Dripping SpringsAll ages

Cottonwood Creek Brewery

A pirate-ship playground. Kids eat free on Tuesdays.

610 US-79All ages

Doc's Backyard Grill

A kids’ playscape in Sunset Valley, so dinner can include a little running around.

Sunset ValleyAll ages

Bouldin Acres (Menchaca)

A playground at the Menchaca location, kid-friendly until 8pm.

Menchaca RdAll ages

Mesa Rosa

A family playground at the restaurant, so the meal can include some play.

AustinAll ages

Littlefield's

A fully enclosed yard for kids.

2401 Winsted LnAll ages

Jester King

Family-friendly farm space to roam.

Fitzhugh RdAll ages

Garbo's

A North MoPac restaurant that’s open every day, an easy family table.

12709 N MoPac ExpyAll ages

Ski Shores Cafe

A lakeside café on Lake Austin. Walk-ins only.

2905 Pearce RdAll ages

Oddwood Brewing

A brewery on Manor Road with an Oddcade.

3108 Manor RdAll ages

Lazarus Brewing

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A coffee roaster and brewery with morning hours, a gentler start to the day.

AustinAll ages

Oz. Tap House

A family-friendly beer garden on RM 2222, relaxed enough to bring the kids.

10601 RR 2222All ages

The Fieldhouse at the Crossover

A restaurant at the Crossover in Leander, a practical stop with the kids along.

1717 Scottsdale Dr #160All ages

Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches

A family-owned kolache shop and taproom on Manor Road.

3220 Manor RdAll ages

Home Slice Pizza, North Loop

Pizza at the North Loop shop, a familiar favorite when you want something simple.

North LoopAll ages

Rosewood Social Club

An East Austin spot that’s open every day, easy to drop in with the family.

East AustinAll ages

Brentwood Social House

A fenced backyard playscape and an indoor family room.

1601 W Koenig LnAll ages

Sour Duck Market

A kid-friendly market on East MLK.

E MLK Jr BlvdAll ages

Easy Tiger, South Lamar

The South Lamar bakery, open all day for a stop that isn’t rushed.

S LamarAll ages

The Hive

A Menchaca Road coffee shop where kids are welcome.

10542 Menchaca RdAll ages

Stargazer

A morning and afternoon stop. It’s 21+ after 5pm.

979 Springdale Rd #130All ages

Hi Sign Brewing

A family-friendly brewery that opens in the morning.

AustinAll ages

Malone Specialty Coffee

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A Northwest Austin coffee shop, also in Round Rock and Cedar Park.

14735 Bratton Ln #210All ages

Slackers Brewing

A family-owned brewery. Thursdays open at 4pm.

AustinAll ages

Waterloo Coffee Co.

Location needs verification

An upstairs kids’ area with a pretend-play café.

503 E Main St #200All ages

309 Coffee

A downtown Georgetown coffee shop, a calm pause when you’re in town.

309 S Main StAll ages

Progress Coffee + Beer

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A Buda coffee shop, a simple stop on the way through.

750 FM 2001All ages

FairLane

Location needs verification

A Dripping Springs coffee shop, open from morning into the evening.

29035 RR 12All ages

SFC Farmers' Market Downtown

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Current market location: 422 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78701. SFC has announced consolidation at Toney Burger Center on December 5, 2026.

Republic SquareAll ages

SFC Farmers' Market at Sunset Valley

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Current market location: 3200 Jones Rd, Austin, TX 78745. SFC has announced consolidation at Toney Burger Center on December 5, 2026.

Toney Burger CenterAll ages

Texas Farmers' Market at Mueller

A big Sunday market at Branch Park Pavilion, with kids’ activities every second Sunday.

Branch Park PavilionAll ages

Texas Farmers' Market at Bell

Live music every Saturday and kids’ activities every second Saturday, plus a free compost drop-off.

200 S Bell BlvdAll ages

Barton Creek Farmers Market

Austin’s original market, since 1987, with live music, kids’ entertainment, and a big prepared-food section.

2901 S Capital of Texas HwyAll ages

Lone Star Farmers Market at Springdale General

Local food and artisans at Springdale General, a Sunday market in East Austin.

1023 Springdale RdAll ages

Boggy Creek Farm farmstand

A working urban farm since 1841, where kids can see the fields and, on a booked tour, feed the hens.

3414 Lyons RdAll ages

Domain Farmers Market

An afternoon market beside The Lawn at the Domain.

3213½ Amy Donovan PlazaAll ages

Arboretum Food & Artisan Market

More food and makers than farms, with a holiday market on Thursday, December 10.

Juliet Kitchen parking lotAll ages

Triangle Food & Artisan Market

About 35 vendors and live music from noon to 2, new as of September 2026.

Triangle Commons Pocket ParkAll ages

Lakeline Farmers Market

A Saturday market in the Lakeline Mall lot, in front of Macy’s.

Lakeline Mall lot in front of Macy’sAll ages

Round Rock Farmers Market (Farmer George)

A Saturday market at Rock Creek Center, with seasonal family events.

Rock Creek CenterAll ages

Wolf Ranch Farmers Market

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About 100 vendors at Wolf Ranch Town Center on Saturday mornings.

Wolf Ranch Town CenterAll ages

Sun City Farmers Market

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A Tuesday morning market in Sun City, and everyone is invited.

2 Texas DrAll ages

Bee Cave Farmers Market

A Sunday market in the Galleria’s central plaza, with holiday markets and Santa photos in December.

Hill Country GalleriaAll ages

Lakeway Nights Farmers Market

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An evening market with live music, a youth mini-market, and pets welcome.

2300 Lohmans SpurAll ages

Dripping Springs Farmers Market

An after-school market on Wednesday, indoors at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park Vendor Hall.

Vendor HallAll ages

BudaFul Farmers Market

A Sunday market under the pavilion at Buda City Park, dog-friendly and on the Onion Creek trail.

Buda City Park pavilionAll ages

San Marcos Farmers Market

A Saturday market around the historic courthouse square.

Downtown SquareAll ages

Pedernales Farmers Market

A Sunday Hill Country market on the way toward Pedernales Falls or Inks Lake.

23526 TX-71 WAll ages