Things to do this weekend in and around Austin
Friendly fun in Austin and the Hill Country for June 6–8, 2025
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Friday, June 6, 2025
Kick off your weekend with a fragrant adventure at the Annual Blanco Lavender Festival, where the fields are in full bloom and local vendors offer crafts, food, and live music from 12–6 pm in beautiful Blanco, Texas. For families looking for a creative outlet, check out the Kids Out and About Austin site for ongoing summer camps and workshops starting this week. If you’re up for a drive, the KidZania Dallas indoor play city is open daily from noon, offering interactive role-play fun for kids—perfect for a day trip. For those who love the outdoors, the Dinos in The Wild exhibit at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is open all weekend, letting kids roam among towering prehistoric creatures. And don’t forget to browse the Virtual Summer Camps for unique online experiences starting this week!
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Saturday is packed with family-friendly activities! Head back to the Blanco Lavender Festival for a full day of fun from 9 am to 6 pm, with even more vendors, live music, and lavender-themed treats. At the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, continue your prehistoric adventure with the Dinos in The Wild exhibit, open from 9 am to 5 pm. For a hands-on experience, join the recurring Saturdays at GreenSprout Hub, where kids can swap books, plant seeds, and volunteer in the garden. If you’re looking for indoor fun, Kidflix Summer Movie Clubhouse at EVO Entertainment offers a morning movie for kids at 10 am. And for budding chess enthusiasts, keep an eye out for upcoming Puddletown Chess seminars later in the month!
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Sunday brings even more excitement! The Blanco Lavender Festival wraps up with a final day of festivities from 10 am to 4 pm. At the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, the Dinos in The Wild exhibit is open again from 9 am to 5 pm. Enjoy a special Family Day: PRIDE event at the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum starting at 11 am, celebrating diversity and creativity. For a tasty treat, take advantage of Kids Eat Free Sundays at High 5 in Lakeway, where kids dine free from 11 am to 11 pm. And for a magical evening, don’t miss the Hartman Foundation Concerts in The Park by the Austin Symphony at 7:30 pm—a perfect way to end your weekend!