If you’re visiting Austin in April, you are in for a treat — it’s one of the best times of year to enjoy the weather and scenery. Perfect for outdoor adventures or hanging out on a patio or at a brewery! You’ll see wildflowers blooming along highways and in parks, and even explore one of the botanical gardens in town to see even more.
And if you live in Austin, you know this is the time of year when we all want to be outside as much as possible! Here are some ideas of what to do this month if you’re in Austin with kids.
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April Events in Austin
Because of the great spring weather in April, there are lots of events happening this month.
Find more upcoming events on the calendar.
Sweet Eats Baby Animal Days: all month
Sweet Eats Fruit Farm has year-round activities, but springtime means babies! February through April, visit the farm for the baby animal petting zoo (included in GA) and bottle feed the babies (not included in GA).
Rock the Park: April 10, 2026
Bring a blanket and picnic (or buy food there!) and listen to SaulPaul and Francene Rouelle at the Mueller Lake Park amphitheater. This free concert series is curated by KUTX.
ABC Kite Fest: April 11, 2026
Come fly kites for fun or enter the community kite contest at the 98th annual ABC Kite Fest. 10 am to 5 pm at Zilker Park. Enjoy a lineup of children’s concerts and visit the kid’s club for bounce houses and other fun.
Dripping Springs Kite Festival: April 11, 2026
You have two kite fests to choose from on April 11 — Dripping Springs had to reschedule theirs earlier in the year due to weather. From 10 am to noon at Founders Park.
Squirrel Fest: April 11, 2026
There is so much going on at Squirrel Fest at Pease Park (4-10 pm)! A book bus, puppet shows, origami, friendship bracelets, painting, cyanotypes, Zootopia movie on the great lawn and more!
Waterloo Morning Glories: April 11, 2026
Engage this Earth Day with hands-on, educational activities focusing on conservation and nature appreciation. Kid-approved games, crafts, and other activities will help your family learn how to be responsible, empathetic neighbors who take care of the earth.
Native Plant Sale at Wildflower Center: Weekends in April
The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is hosting its spring Native Plant Sale on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am to 1 pm. Open to the public.
Georgetown Red Poppy Festival: April 24-26, 2026
Catch live music, do crafts with the kids, enjoy artisan markets and stroll the Square at the annual Red Poppy Festival.
Things to Do In April in Austin
Visit Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center or Zilker Botanical Garden to see the flowers in full bloom! Or find great bluebonnet blooms at these spots. This is one of the most gorgeous times of year for a visit.
See the bats at Congress Avenue Bridge! Late March to September is the time frame when this urban bat population emerges just after sunset.
Round Rock Express minor league baseball games are in full swing this month.
Want to hit some of the local highlights this month? Read about the Pease Park troll, visiting Barton Springs or taking a trip out to Hamilton Pool.
Easter Events in the Austin Area
If you celebrate Easter, you can find egg hunts all over town! See them here.
What’s the weather like in Austin in April?
April is a gorgeous month to be in Austin! The full heat of summer hasn’t hit yet, the flowers are blooming, and it’s the perfect patio (or playground) weather.
The high temperatures (in Fahrenheit) are typically high 70s to low 80s and lows are mid-60s to low 70s. April can sometimes see rain, especially toward the end of the month.
Considering visiting a different time? Here’s what to do in March or May!