Metz Movies Under the Stars: Walking with Dinosaurs – Friday, June 5 at dusk. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks to enjoy an outdoor movie at Metz every Friday. FREE popcorn and drinks! Metz Rec Center, 2704 Canterbury Street, Austin.- That ’80s Concert – Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 at 8 p.m. The Austin Civic Orchestra will once again present its annual FREE Pops Concerts at the Sheffield Hillside Theater in Zilker Park. Celebrate Trapper Keepers, Jordache jeans, and neon in That ’80s Concert! Get ready for a summer evening filled with live performances from your favorite ’80s music memories, from Back to the Future to the E.T. theme song. FREE, but bring $5 for parking in Zilker Park. Sheffield Hillside Theater at Zilker Park, 2201 Barton Springs Road, Austin.
- The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) – Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 at 8 p.m. Oh Dragon Theatre Company presents a hilarious, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s extensive playbook. Three madcap individuals weave their wacky way through all of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories, and tragedies in one wild evening that will leave you rolling with laughter. Seating will start at 7:30 pm. .and is first come, first serve. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and pack a picnic dinner. FREE but donations are appreciated. Pan Am Hillside Stage at AB Cantu Rec Center, 2100 E 3rd St, Austin.
- Bubblepalooza – Saturday, June 6 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Bubblepalooza! returns for its fourth year! Enjoy a FREE annual celebration of open play, where everyone is invited to spend time on the Long Center City Terrace and expansive lawns enjoying live music, chalk art, trailer food—and of course, tons of bubbles! Activities include Live Music on the Summer Stage from the Jellydots, Kupira Marimba and more; In My Own Backyard, theatre for the very young (0-4 years) presented by Trike Theatre Company and Pollyanna Theatre Company; Jeff Boyer’s Bubble Trouble inside Dell Hall ($5); a Food Truck court, Arts & Crafts tent, local vendors, Coloring Corner, fun activities and crafts, The Thinkery, VIP Lounge for Season Ticket Holders, plus ticket giveaways and specials throughout the day! Beverages will be available for purchase on-site. Parking will be available for $8 per car at the Palmer Events Center Garage. Free parking is also available at Auditorium Shores and the surrounding area. The event is FREE; donations are encouraged. Sorry, no pets allowed on the Long Center City Terrace. Long Center for Performing Arts, 701 W Riverside Drive, Austin.
- Hasbro ATX Best Morning Ever – Saturday, June 6 from 9-11:30 a.m. ATX Television Festival and Hasbro Studios are creating that nostalgic morning for kids and parents alike — a family-friendly Saturday Morning Cartoon Breakfast! Come in pajamas, grab some pancakes or a bowl of fruit loops, then play some games at the Highball, before snuggling up with blankets in an Alamo theater to enjoy episodes of My Little Pony, Littlest Pet Shop and Transformers: Robots in Disguise. Hasbro Studios will provide giveaways, an interactive Smilebooth photo booth, plus game stations (coloring, play doh, and more)! While attendance (and breakfast) is FREE, please RSVP if you plan to attend. Alamo South Lamar, 1120 South Lamar Boulevard, Austin.
- Home Depot Kid’s Workshop – Saturday, June 6 from 9 a.m. – noon. Kids are invited to build a Home Depot Load ‘n Go Truck at this FREE hands-on workshop, designed for children ages 5 – 12. All kid get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin, while supplies last. Kids Workshop activities are scheduled on a first come, first served basis. Please do not arrive before 9 a.m. Register to attend at a Home Depot near you.
- School’s Out for Summer at Texas Memorial Museum – Saturday, June 6 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Celebrate the end of a successful school year with FREE admission to the Texas Memorial Museum (donations welcome). Activities include a dig pit for young paleontologists and fossil identifications. Texas Memorial Museum, 2400 Trinity Street, Austin.
- Free First Sundays at the Bullock Museum – Sunday, June 7 from 12-5 p.m. Enjoy FREE admission during Free First Sundays, held the first Sunday of every month. Families can explore the Story of Texas through three floors of exhibits that showcase artifacts from around the state. Special family programs from 12-3 p.m. combine art creation, presentations by partner organizations, and gallery activities. Take a virtual trip across this great state and discover the amazing diversity of Texas landscapes and people. Plan your next journey, create regional artwork, explore different modes of transportation, and more! Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 N Congress Avenue, Austin.
- Family Day at Umlauf Sculpture Garden – Sunday, June 7 from 12-4 p.m. Enjoy yoga (12:30 p.m.), storytime (1 p.m.), music by Armstrong Community Music School (2 p.m.), and sandcastles and sculpture safaris (all day)! Family Day is FREE and open to the public. UMLAUF, 605 Robert E. Lee Road, Austin.
- Austin Symphony’s Hartman Foundation Concerts in the Park – Sunday, June 7 at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a FREE concert featuring Brass music on the Long Center City Terrace. See the program. Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin.
Bonus fun in the ‘burbs:
- Family Splash Bash (Manchaca) – Friday, June 5 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. Start summer with a splash at this fun family event. There will be two giant water slides, a water blob, wading pools, and tons of water balloons. Bring your own picnic dinner. Water and lemonade provided. Kona-Ice snowcones available for purchase. FREE! Manchaca United Methodist Church, 1011 FM 1626, Manchaca.
- Music on the Square (Georgetown) – Friday, June 5 from 6:30–8:30 p.m. This summer, enjoy live music on the Courthouse Square each Friday night in the Music on the Square Summer Concert Series. All concerts are FREE! This Friday you can enjoy Roland Waits and The Wayward Travelers. 710 S Main Street, Georgetown.
- Movies in the Park: Maleficent (Leander) -Friday, June 5 at 7:30pm. Often described as a combination of state-of-the-art technology and the nostalgia of the 1950s drive-in, the Movies in the Park series provides families the opportunity to spend time together under the stars while enjoying first run movies…all for FREE! Robin Bledsoe Park, 601 S. Bagdad, Leander.
- Hound of the Baskervilles (Round Rock) – Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 at 8 p.m. When Sir Charles Baskerville is found dead on his estate, with a look of terror still etched on his face and the paw prints of a gigantic hound beside his body, the great detective Sherlock Holmes is summoned from Baker Street, with Dr. Watson in tow, to unravel the mysteries surrounding his death and investigate the ancient curse of the Hound of the Baskervilles. In this comedic new adaptation for three actors, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic mystery has been supercharged with playfulness and wit. No reservations are necessary, just bring a blanket or low chairs and enjoy the outdoor play. Arrive early for pre-show entertainment. The show is FREE, but donations are appreciated. Round Rock Amphitheater, 301 W. Bagdad Avenue, Round Rock.
- KIDFISH (Pflugerville) – Saturday, June 6 from 9 a.m. to noon. KIDFISH works to teach children a deep appreciation for the sport of fishing, as well as awareness and respect for the conservation of the environment and its natural resources. Unlike some fad sports, fishing is a lifelong pursuit as much about spending quality time on the water with family and friends as it is about catching lots of fish. FREE fishing poles, bait and tackle available on a first come, first served basis. No license required. Find the registration form here. Sponsored by Parks and Recreation Department and the KIDFISH Foundation. Lake Pflugerville, 18216 Weiss Lane, Pflugerville.
- Kickoff June Summer Fun Checklist for Kids Event (Round Rock) – Saturday, June 6 from 10 a.m. to noon. Join us for the launch party to celebrate the kickoff of the Austin Summer Fun Checklist for Kids! There will be crafts, prizes, giveaways, swag for kids including free sunglasses to the first 200 kids. Live music from Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band starting at 11 a.m. Come get your copy of the 2015 I Heart Austin Summer Fun Checklist for Kids and make this the best summer yet! FREE! Kaleidoscope Toys, 110 N. IH-35, Round Rock.
- Saturday Night Concert Series at Hill Country Galleria (Bee Cave) – Saturday, June 6 at 7 p.m. Enjoy a FREE performance that is fun for the entire family by Amanda Pearcy. There are plenty of activities for the kids, bring a picnic or buy food from vendores onsite. Hill Country Galleria, 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Bee Cave.
- Comedy Spartans Improv Show (Round Rock) – Saturday, June 6 at 7 p.m. A FREE improv show the whole family can enjoy! Star Coffee, 201 E Main St, Round Rock.
Bonus free tickets just for our readers:
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Mr. Johnny’s Summer Music Kids Club – Saturday, June 6 at 10 a.m. Sing, dance, jump, and shout with Johnny, Sharon, Amber, and Nick. Shakers, streamers, scarves, rhythm sticks, bubbles, stuffed animals, balloons, and a snack! Enjoy dance time with Amber & Nick, pre-show warm up games, art activities, and more! Regular admission: $3 per person. Free Fun in Austin readers can get FREE tickets here! Scottish Rite Theater, 207 W 18th St, Austin.
Bonus nearly free events:
- Alamo Kids Camp: The Land Before Time – Friday, June 5 – Sunday, June 7. Alamo Kids Camp now has a “choose-your-own-ticket price” model ranging from $1-$3 per person – you choose the amount. This new model not only allows for tickets to be purchased online, in advance with reserved seating, but also 100% of ticket sales will be donated to local nonprofits helping families. Now, while you’re enjoying some summer movie fun, you’re also helping your local community. Confirm showtime and reserve your tickets here. Tickets are available at the box office on the day of the show, and seating is first come, first served. No children under the age of 3 will be admitted. Families with loud children will be asked to leave. Alamo Drafthouse Slaughter, 5701 W Slaughter Ln, Austin.
- Alamo Kids Camp: Night at the Museum – Friday, June 5. Alamo Kids Camp now has a “choose-your-own-ticket price” model ranging from $1-$3 per person – you choose the amount. This new model not only allows for tickets to be purchased online, in advance with reserved seating, but also 100% of ticket sales will be donated to local nonprofits helping families. Now, while you’re enjoying some summer movie fun, you’re also helping your local community. Confirm showtime and reserve your tickets here. Tickets are available at the box office on the day of the show, and seating is first come, first served. No children under the age of 3 will be admitted. Families with loud children will be asked to leave. Alamo Drafthouse Lakeline, 14028 N US Highway 183, Bldg F, Austin.
- Alamo Kids Camp: Despicable Me – Friday, June 5. Alamo Kids Camp now has a “choose-your-own-ticket price” model ranging from $1-$3 per person – you choose the amount. This new model not only allows for tickets to be purchased online, in advance with reserved seating, but also 100% of ticket sales will be donated to local nonprofits helping families. Now, while you’re enjoying some summer movie fun, you’re also helping your local community. Confirm showtime and reserve your tickets here. Tickets are available at the box office on the day of the show, and seating is first come, first served. No children under the age of 3 will be admitted. Families with loud children will be asked to leave. Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar, 1120 S Lamar Blvd, Austin.
- Outdoor Heritage Day and Family Festival with the Buffalo Soldiers – Saturday, June 6 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Take a step back in time as you spend the day with the Buffalo Soldiers, Native Americans, early cowboys and more. Enjoy FREE activities for kids of all ages at this family-friendly festival. Try to beat the soldiers in a game of old baseball, learn to use a compass, track animals, go on a guided bike tour, or take a selfie or two down by the waterfalls. Guests 13 and up must pay $6 to enter McKinney Falls State Park; children 12 and under are FREE. McKinney Falls State Park, 5808 McKinney Falls Parkway, Austin.
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