Spring break is almost here, and if you’re staying in the North Austin area with kids, there are so many fun things happening nearby. Whether you’re looking for a quick library activity, a big sporting event, or a full day adventure, here are some great options for families around Leander, Cedar Park, and Austin.
🌟 Big Spring Break Events
🦖 Dino Days at Zilker Botanical Garden
Meet a paleontologist, explore dinosaur activities, and enjoy the gardens.
- March 14 (10 AM – 2 PM) – Event Details
- March 15 (10 AM – 2 PM) – Event Details
- March 21 (10 AM – 2 PM, Costume Parade at Noon) – Event Details
- March 22 (10 AM – 2 PM) – Event Details
🚂 Austin Steam Train – Hill Country Flyer
Ride the historic train from Cedar Park with a layover in Burnet.
🎉 Leander Spring Fling Festival
A fun local festival with family activities at Mason Homestead.
📅 March 14 (11 AM – 2 PM)
⚾ Round Rock Express Fan Fest (Free!)
Celebrate the upcoming baseball season with games, activities, and ballpark fun.
📅 March 21 (10 AM – 2 PM)
🚲 Kaleidospoke Glow Bike Ride
A family-friendly glow bike ride through the Bell District.
📅 March 20 (7 PM)
📍 Cedar Park Library / Bell District
Pre-registration is required.
🏒 Sports & Big Events
Texas Stars Hockey – H-E-B Center
Great high-energy outing for families.
📅 March 13 – 7 PM
📅 March 14 – 7 PM
📅 March 17 – 7 PM
📅 March 18 – 7 PM
📍 H-E-B Center at Cedar Park
🎟️ Tickets starting at $20 here
Austin Spurs Basketball
📅 March 15 – 3 PM
📍 H-E-B Center
LOVB Pro Volleyball
📅 March 20 – 7 PM
📍 H-E-B Center
🎟️ Tickets starting at $25 here
Austin FC Soccer
📅 March 21 – 7:30 PM
📍 Q2 Stadium
🎟️ Tickets starting at $56 here
Banana Ball at Dell Diamond
📅 March 14 & March 15
Tickets sold out quickly, but resale tickets may be available.
📚 Library Events (Great for Toddlers & Kids)
Leander Public Library
March 16
- St. Patrick’s Day Crafts (Ages 2–10) – 1 PM
March 17
- St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt – 9 AM
- Story Time (Ages 2–4) – 10:30 AM
March 18
- Baby Time (0–18 months) – 10:30 AM
- Reading with a Therapy Dog (Age 5+) – 4 PM
March 20
- LEGO Free Play (Age 3+) – 3 PM
Liberty Hill Public Library
📅 March 20 – 10:15 AM
Music & Movement Story Time (Little Ones)
🎨 Simple Free Activities
JC Penney Kids Craft
📅 March 14 – 11 AM
JCPenney hosts Kids Zone craft events the second Saturday of every month. They let you know the next two projects in advance on their website, this project will be a flower wreath. There’s no registration for these free events, so if you decide you want to make the craft, you can just show up a few minutes before 11 a.m at any JC Penny.
Dairy Queen Free Cone Day
📅 March 19
🌷 Ongoing Activities During Spring Break
Rodeo Austin
📅 March 13 – 28
🎟️ Tickets starting at $37 can be found here
Tulip Picking at Sweet Berry Farm
📅 Thursday – Sunday during Spring Break
A classic spring activity with photo ops and fresh flowers.
Cedar Park Library Bookmark Design Contest
Running all week during Spring Break.
Saturday Night Live Museum Pop-Up
📍 Harry Ransom Center
📅 Through March 20
Free entry.
💡 NAFN Tip: If you’re planning to attend the bigger events like Dino Days or the steam train, those tend to sell out quickly—so grab tickets early if you can!
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