Things to do this weekend in and around Austin

Friendly fun in Austin for May 8-10, 2026. Check out these highlights!

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Discovery and Dance Storytime - May 8 - Dripping Springs. Children engage in interactive stories, music, and dance activities designed for young explorers at the Dripping Springs Community Library.
Mother's Day Tea Party - May 8 - New Braunfels. Families celebrate with a special evening tea party featuring themed activities at McKenna Children's Museum.
FREE Make & Take: Origami - May 8 - Austin. Kids create fun origami crafts to take home during this free hands-on workshop at Austin Creative Reuse Center.
Movies in the Park - May 8 - Kyle. Families enjoy an outdoor movie screening starting at sundown in a relaxed park setting at Kyle City Hall.

Free spring mini photo session with Shoott! - Austin - May 9-10 - Austin. Capture family moments in FREE 30-minute outdoor photo sessions with professional photographers, pay only for photos you love.
Winter and Spring Soccer Classes - May 9 - Cedar Park. Kids build soccer skills, confidence, and teamwork in a fun, non-competitive environment at Lakeline Park.
Little Rookies T-Bal Winter Season - May 10 - Austin. Young children ages 2-7 develop coordination and teamwork through coach-led T-ball activities at Dell JCC.
Dear Evan Hansen - May 9 - Austin. Enjoy the heartfelt musical about connection and self-discovery performed at The Topfer at ZACH.

Zoo Tots - May 8,10 - Austin. Toddlers explore animal-themed activities and learning experiences at the Austin Zoo.
Texas America250 Reading Challenge - May 10 - Austin. Participate in this all-day reading event celebrating Texas history at the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.
Handprint Craft - May 5-10 - New Braunfels. Children make personalized handprint crafts during museum hours at McKenna Children's Museum.

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