DIY Adventures
- 100+ Free Things to do in Austin
- Where Kids Eat Free During Spring Break
- Free Treats This Week (DQ & Rita’s)
- What’s Up? Weekly (75+ events happening March 16-20)
- Weekend Top 10 FREE Events
- Free and Low Cost Field Trips
- When To Visit Museums for Free
- Free Fun Calendar
- Free e-book: Family Fun in Austin
SXSW
- 12 Free All Ages SXSW Events
- 100+ Family-Friendly SXSW Events
- Family Music Meltdown
- Rock + Chalk
- Free SXSW Guest Pass Wristbands
- Free Concerts at the Mexican American Culture Center
- Free Concerts at Auditorium Shores
Movies
- Free Alamo Drafthouse Tickets for Teachers
- Alamo Kids Camp Screenings ($1)
- Southwest Theaters ($1 – $3)
- Cinemark Movies 8 in Round Rock ($1.50 – $2.65)
Outdoor Fun
- Faerie Homes in Zilker Botanical Garden ($1 – $3)
- Exploring Austin’s Street Art, Murals & Mosaics
- Art in Public Places
- Scenic Strolls and Easy Hikes in Austin
- Hiking in the ATX: 10 Walks for Families in Central Texas
- Austin Nature and Science Center
- Austin Area Farmer’s Markets
Water Fun
- Liz Carpenter Fountain – The splash pad was closed recently due to an electrical issue, but it was operational on March 13. You can call ahead to make sure it’s working: 3-1-1.
- Prete Plaza Fountain in Round Rock – The fountain should be on, weather permitting, excluding the midday hours of 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Call (512) 218-5540 for more information.
- Interactive Fountain at Hill Country Galleria – There are plans to turn the fountain on this week, but no date has been confirmed. Call ahead to make sure it’s on: 512-263-0001.
- Lake Pflugerville
- Barton Springs Pool ($1 – $4)
- Deep Eddy Pool ($1 – $4)
- Krause Springs ($0 – $7)
- Hamilton Pool ($15/car)
Indoor Fun
- Harry Ransom Center: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
- Kaleidoscope Toys ($0 – $3)
- Austin Public Library Youth Programs
- Westbank & Laura’s Library: Westbank in Wonderland
Daytrips ($)
- Inks Lake State Park
- LBJ Ranch
- Pedernales Falls State Park
- Bastrop State Park
- Enchanted Rock
- Wimberley Glassworks
- Reimers Ranch
- Newman’s Castle
- Save on Amusement Parks & Water Parks
- Spring Break Guide for San Antonio
- 20 Parks and Greenways to Visit in San Antonio
- Free Days and Times for San Antonio Museums
- Top 5 Free Things to do in San Antonio
- Almost Free Fun in San Antonio
- Spring Break Guide for Houston
- Spring Break Guide for Round Rock (a very short daytrip!)
