Things to do this weekend in and around Austin
Friendly fun in Austin for Friday, August 28, 2026 – Sunday, August 30, 2026. Check out these highlights!
(Scroll down for full list of weekend activities.)
Friday, August 28, 2026
Museum on Main Street - Spark! Places of Innovation - Taylor - Ongoing exhibit (including August 28-30) - Taylor, TX. Explore a Smithsonian traveling exhibition celebrating small-town ingenuity, creativity, and community stories through interactive displays.
Texas Festivals: Creating Community Through Celebration Exhibition - Multi-day exhibition (through late September) - Austin, TX. Learn how festivals across Texas bring people together with photos, artifacts, and multimedia at the Bullock Texas State History Museum.
Lake Travis Zipline Adventures 2026 Season - Seasonal activity (including August 28-30) - Volente, TX. Soar over Lake Travis on some of Texas’s longest and fastest zip lines, with beautiful hill country and lake views.
Kids Eat Free All Summer Long! - Summer promotion (including August 28-30) - Austin, TX. Enjoy a family meal at Hattie B’s Hot Chicken where kids eat free during the summer promotion hours.
Round Rock Express Home Games - Home stand includes late August dates - Round Rock, TX. Catch minor league baseball action with family-friendly fun, themed nights, and ballpark treats.
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Austin Train Show 2026 - August 29-30, 2026 - Austin, TX. Dive into a weekend of model trains, layouts, vendors, and mini train rides perfect for railfans of all ages at Palmer Events Center.
Texas America250 Reading Challenge - Ongoing program (including August 29) - Austin, TX. Join a statewide reading challenge that encourages kids and families to explore Texas and U.S. history through engaging books.
Happy Hour - 1/2 Off Apps - $5 Frozens - Unforgettable Lake Views - August 29, 2026 - Leander, TX. Relax by the water at Volente Beach Resort & Waterpark with discounted appetizers and frozen drinks overlooking Lake Travis.
Free Summer Mini Photo Session with Shoott! - Austin - August 29-30, 2026 sessions available - Austin, TX. Book a free 30-minute outdoor photo shoot and purchase only the professional images you love.
Paramount Summer Classic Film Series - Series includes August 29 screenings - Austin, TX. Experience beloved classic films on the big screen with special 35mm prints and select IMAX presentations.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Annual Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival - August 30, 2026 - Austin, TX. Sample fiery sauces, enjoy live music, and celebrate Austin’s spicy food culture at this annual outdoor festival.
Oita Japan Summer Festival - August 30, 2026 - Austin, TX. Experience Japanese culture with food, performances, and family activities at the Long Center for the Performing Arts.
Come From Away - Part of a multi-date run (including August 30) - Austin, TX. See the hit musical that tells the true story of global passengers welcomed by a small Canadian town after 9/11.
Sunday Savings @ Austin's - Select Sundays including August 30, 2026 - Pflugerville, TX. Enjoy discounted evening fun with arcade games, attractions, and family entertainment.
ResortPass Experience - Day access available August 30-31, 2026 - Various hotels near Austin, TX. Treat the family to a resort-style day with pools, cabanas, and amenities without an overnight stay.