ABC Kite Fest
One of Austin’s oldest family-friendly traditions will happen in Zilker Park this spring and offer a kite flying contest and showcase, a children’s music concert and more.
- April 5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 2100 Barton Springs Road, Austin
- www.abckitefest.org
Waterloo Greenway will host its annual park picnic event at Moody Amphitheater in Waterloo Park. Participants can browse and reserve a picnic basket from participating restaurants or buy a ticket and bring their own food.
- April 5, 6-10 p.m.
- $25-$450
- 1401 Trinity St., Austin
- www.waterloogreenway.org/events/picnic
The largest organized 10K race in Texas follows a route through Downtown Austin with a finish line featuring free massages, food vendors, cocktails, a kids’ zone, an autograph wall, live music and more.
- April 6, 8 a.m.
- $70-$85 (registration)
- Congress Avenue, Austin
- www.cap10k.com
This annual two-week-long comedy festival will bring comics including Chris Distefano, Janelle James and Tiffany Haddish to Austin’s theaters and comedy clubs this year.
- April 9-19, show times vary
- $125-$1475 (badges)
- Locations vary
- www.austintheatre.org/moontower-comedy
Art Spark Texas and McBeth Recreation Center will host an inclusive arts festival that celebrates creativity, connection and diversity. Attendees can participate in a variety of hands-on art activities and see live performances.
- April 10, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St., Austin
- www.artsparktx.org
This South Austin music festival will bring artists including Explosions in the Sky, Yo La Tengo and Dinosaur Jr. to the Far Out Lounge’s backyard stage.
- April 25-27
- $75-$475 (tickets)
- 8504 S. Congress Ave., Austin
- www.levitation.fm
The City of Dripping Springs and Founders Day Commission will present their annual festival with music and entertainment, food and drinks, street dances, cook-off competitions, arts and crafts booths, business vendors and a carnival.
- April 25-27, start times vary by day
- Free (admission)
- Downtown Dripping Springs
- www.cityofdrippingsprings.com/founders-day
Find fresh ingredients, meet local farmers and chefs, taste seasonal dishes and learn about Austin’s sustainable food system at this three-day event taking place at Fiesta Gardens. Enjoy live cooking demonstrations, farmers market pop-ups, live music, kid-friendly activities and more.
- April 25-27, 1-5 p.m.
- Free-$300 (tickets)
- 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St., Austin
- www.fieldguidefest.com
Presented by Antone's Nightclub and Waterloo Greenway, the fourth annual Blues Fest returns to Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park. This year’s lineup includes Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Mavis Staples, TBC Brass Band and more.
- Aprili 26-27, 11 a.m. (gates)
- $80-$260 (tickets)
- 1401 Trinity St., Austin
- www.austinbluesfestival.com
The City of Sunset Valley Arts Commission will put on this 17th annual art fest featuring over 100 artisans showcasing their handmade works and live music from local musicians. There will be interactive activities for the family, plus local food trucks.
- April 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Toney Burger Center, 3200 Jones Road, Austin
- www.sunsetvalley.org
Explore the architecture and heritage of historic homes in Austin with Preservation Austin.
- April 26-27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- $40-$50 (tickets)
- Addresses vary
- www.preservationaustin.org/events/2025-homes-tour