March is a great month to get out in Austin (and a wonderful time to visit), because the weather is perfect and the flowers are starting to pop!
Whether you’re looking for spring break ideas in Austin or just want to have the best weekends here with kids, these fun events and other ideas for things to do in Austin in March will keep your whole family entertained!
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March Events in Austin
Find more upcoming events on the calendar.
Meanwhile Kids Party: March 22, 2026
Creative Action and Meanwhile Brewing are teaming up for this kid-centered pop-up at 11 am. Lots of craft stations and a parade!
NASCAR at COTA: Feb. 27-March 1, 2026
NASCAR fans can head to COTA Feb. 27 to March 1 for some loud fun!
Out by South East: March 12-16, 2026
Meanwhile Brewing (a local favorite because of its food trucks, shade and playscape) is hosting live music every day March 12-16 during SXSW.
Rodeo Austin: March 13-28, 2025
March is rodeo month in Austin, with Rodeo Austin running from March 13-28. See two hours of ProRodeo action every night, live music, livestock displays (including hatching baby chicks), and the carnival! Rides, games, ferris wheel, and of course, fried food.
Dino Days at Zilker Botanical Garden: March 14-22
March 14-22, Zilker Botanical Garden is hosting Dino Day events in the Hartman Prehistoric Garden like making your own fossil or prehistoric planter.
Rock the Park: March 27, 2026
The Rock the Park series from KUTX kicks off in March in Mueller Park. It is free, family-friendly and open to the public.
Honk!TX Festival: March 27-29, 2026
All kinds of street bands and brass bands will be playing in public spaces around Austin in this fun, free festival. Find the schedule and locations at their website.
Sherwood Forest Faire: Weekends in March
Head out 35 miles east of Austin to check out this medieval fair, which runs weekends Feb. 28 through April 19. Lots of entertainment (jousting, music, archery, juggling), artisan market, and food and drink.
Saturday Night Concert Series at Hill Country Galleria: Saturdays in March
Bring a blanket or a lawn chair for a family-friendly concert every Saturday night at Hill Country Galleria.
Fun Things to Do
Austin FC Games
The Austin FC season has started! Catch a game at the Q2 Stadium.
Splash Shack
March weather can be a little unpredictable, so if you want to go somewhere wet, check out Splash Shack. It’s a small indoor water park, perfect for non-swimmers because there are no pools. Just slides and splashing elements.
Thomas Dambo Troll
Pease Park’s troll sculpture by Thomas Dambo is such a jewel in Austin! Stop by to play on the playground, relax in the treehouse (may be closed for renovations), have a picnic, throw rocks in the creek and see the impressive art.
Spring Break Ideas
If you have a whole week to fill with your kids (or if you just want to choose a couple adventures in your free time), here are dozens of ideas to do around Austin.
March is also great for hiking — there are lots of great trails in Austin, or state parks just a quick drive away. Or find a spot to see the bluebonnets!
If the weather’s bad, there are SO MANY indoor play places to visit.
What’s better in March than March Madness? These kid-friendly spots are great for catching games.
If you need to work over Spring Break, check out these Spring Break camps.
What’s the weather like in Austin in March?
The weather makes March a great time to visit Austin. It’s not too hot yet and spring blooms are starting to appear all over town! Lows are typically in the 50s and highs are in the 70s and 80s. March does get some rainy or stormy weather, so be prepared to move your plans indoors!
You can always find upcoming events on this calendar. Or find out what to do in February or April in Austin.