Things to do this weekend in and around Austin
Friendly fun in Austin & Central Texas for Friday, September 5, 2026 through Sunday, September 6, 2026. Check out these highlights!
(Scroll down for full list of weekend activities.)
Friday, September 5, 2026
FREE fall and holiday mini photo sessions with Shoott! - Austin - September 5, 2026 through December 27, 2026 - Austin, TX. Enjoy a free 30-minute outdoor photo session and only pay for the edited images you love for your family and holiday memories.
Texas America250 Reading Challenge - September 5, 2026 through December 31, 2026 - Austin, TX. Join an all-day reading challenge celebrating American history and culture with special activities at the Texas State Library and Archives.
Round Rock Express Home Games - September 5, 2026 through September 6, 2026 - Round Rock, TX. Catch minor league baseball action as the Round Rock Express take the field with fun for the whole family.
Texas Festivals: Creating Community Through Celebration Exhibition - September 5, 2026 through September 7, 2026 - Austin, TX. Explore how festivals across Texas build community through vibrant displays, artifacts, and interactive museum exhibits.
Lake Travis Zipline Adventures 2026 Season - September 5, 2026 through September 7, 2026 - Volente, TX. Experience thrilling zipline courses over Lake Travis with guided tours and scenic lake views all day long.
Saturday, September 6, 2026
Disney’s Newsies - September 5, 2026 through September 6, 2026 - Bastrop, TX. Enjoy the beloved musical about newsboys standing up for justice in a lively, family-friendly stage production.
Trolls JR. The Musical - September 5, 2026 through September 6, 2026 - Killeen, TX. Sing along with favorite Trolls characters in a colorful junior musical perfect for kids and families.
Kids Eat Free All Summer Long! - September 5, 2026 through September 7, 2026 - Austin, TX. Treat the family at Hattie B’s Hot Chicken where kids eat free during designated times, making weekend dining more affordable.
Museum on Main Street- Spark! Places of Innovation- Taylor - September 5, 2026 through September 7, 2026 - Taylor, TX. Discover stories of small-town innovation through interactive displays highlighting local creativity and community history.
Family Nature Quest at McKinney Roughs Nature Park - September 5, 2026 through September 7, 2026 - Cedar Creek, TX. Head outdoors for a guided nature experience where families explore trails, wildlife, and hands-on activities in the park.
Sunday, September 6, 2026
First Saturday Guided Tour - September 5, 2026 - New Braunfels, TX. Take a morning guided tour at Headwaters at the Comal to learn about local ecology, conservation, and the spring-fed river’s history.
Austin FC Home Games - September 5, 2026 and future select dates - Austin, TX. Cheer on Austin’s Major League Soccer team at McKalla Place with high-energy matches and family-friendly fan experiences.
Live Music on Lake Travis - Matt LaSeur - September 5, 2026 - Leander, TX. Relax by the water at Volente Beach Resort & Waterpark while enjoying an evening of live music on Lake Travis.
Bat Fest - September 5, 2026 - Manchaca, TX. Celebrate Austin’s famous bats with live entertainment, vendors, and a chance to see the bat flight near downtown.
2026 Summer Tribute Series - Petty Players - Tom Petty - Austin TX - September 6, 2026 - Leander, TX. Enjoy a lakeside tribute concert featuring Tom Petty hits performed by Petty Players at Volente Beach Resort & Waterpark.