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Kids activities in Austin, TX

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Community · Distance not clear · 4/9 facts · 4 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Community Recreation Center Youth Programs

Austin Parks and Recreation
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AgeAsk for ages
PriceAsk price
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Schedule
Austin community recreation centers offer youth and teen programming by center; families should check each center for current schedules and registration.
Location
Austin community recreation centers, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
Ask on official page
Program
Camps, sports, art clubs, teen events, toddler sports
Registration
Ask registration
Caregiver
Not listed
Cost
Ask for price
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Camps · Distance not clear · 8/9 facts · 3 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Austin Parks Summer Camps

Austin Parks and Recreation
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Age5-12
PriceSummer Playgrounds Program is free
Trial / dealfinancial aid early registration mentioned
Schedule
Summer 2026 includes a free Summer Playgrounds drop-in program for children ages 5-12, Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM, at park locations across Austin.
Location
Austin Parks and Recreation sites, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
Ask on official page
Camp type
summer camps, recreation centers, arts, culture, youth development
Day length
Check hours
Extended care
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Registration
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Community · Distance not clear · 4/9 facts · 4 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Delores Duffie Youth and Teen Programs

Delores Duffie Recreation Center
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Schedule
Delores Duffie Recreation Center lists youth/teen programs, after school program, summer camp programs, ceramics, and Totally Cool Totally Art.
Location
1182 N Pleasant Valley Road, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
(512) 978-2465
Program
After school, summer camp, ceramics, teen programs
Registration
Ask registration
Caregiver
Not listed
Cost
Ask for price
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STEM · Distance not clear · 7/9 facts · 2 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Thinkery STEAM Museum Experiences

Thinkery
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AgeAsk for ages
PriceThinkery Summer Camp standard price $425
Trial / dealMember camp price and 10% summer camp discount listed
Schedule
children's museum with interactive STEAM exhibits and camp offering listed
Location
1830 Simond Ave., Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
info@thinkeryaustin.org
STEM type
Children's museum, STEAM exhibits, camp
Trial
No trial listed
Device
Ask if laptop needed
Project
Ask take-home result
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Community · Distance not clear · 6/9 facts · 4 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Children's Events and Programs

Austin Public Library
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AgeAsk for ages
PriceFree library program/resource unless otherwise noted by the branch or event page.
Trial / dealAsk trial/deal
Schedule
children's events and cultural programming listed through Austin Public Library partners
Location
Austin Public Library branches, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
Ask on official page
Program
Children's library events, literacy, storytime
Registration
Ask registration
Caregiver
Not listed
Cost
Ask about discounts
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Aquatics · Distance not clear · 7/9 facts · 1 askChecked 2026-05-20
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City Aquatics Swim Lessons and Water Safety

Austin Parks and Recreation Aquatics
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Age3-17
Priceprogram fees vary by class
Trial / dealAustin Parks and Recreation scholarship may be used for swim lessons and other classes
Schedule
Austin Parks and Recreation Aquatics lists pools, swim lessons, water safety, and seasonal aquatic programming; exact lesson times vary by site.
Location
Austin aquatic facilities, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
311
Activity
Swim lessons, water safety outreach, aquatic facilities
Swim level
Listed
Safety
Not listed
Trial
Ask about trial
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Sports · Distance not clear · 8/9 facts · 4 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Community Recreation Youth Sports

Austin Parks and Recreation
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Age3-12
PriceProgram fee required
Trial / dealfinancial aid mentioned
Schedule
Austin Parks offers co-ed seasonal youth soccer and basketball; soccer is offered in fall and spring with weekly practices and a six-game season at designated recreation centers.
Location
Austin community recreation centers, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
Ask on official page
Sport
Basketball, soccer, co Ed recreational leagues
Equipment
No gear note listed
Next clinic
Schedule listed
Trial
No trial listed
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Life skills · Distance not clear · 5/9 facts · 4 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Teen Recreation Programs

Austin Parks and Recreation
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Age12-18
PriceAsk price
Trial / dealAsk trial/deal
Schedule
Austin Parks teen recreation programs are offered by site/program; current availability and requirements vary by location.
Location
Austin recreation centers and cultural sites, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
Ask on official page
Skill
Leadership, outdoor exploration, arts, critical thinking
Supplies
Not listed
Outcome
Outcome listed
Trial
Ask about trial
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Early childhood · Distance not clear · 5/9 facts · 4 askChecked 2026-05-19
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Nature's Way Preschool

Austin Nature & Science Center
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AgeAsk for ages
PriceAsk price
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Schedule
2026-2027 public registration begins January 29, 2026; nature and science activities listed
Location
2389 Stratford Drive, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
Ask on official page
Class type
Nature preschool, outdoor learning, science
Parent role
Ask if parent stays
Trial
No trial listed
Sibling rate
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Arts · Distance not clear · 7/9 facts · 1 askChecked 2026-05-19
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Totally Cool Totally Art

Austin Parks and Recreation
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Age7-18
Pricefree classes mentioned
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Schedule
Austin Parks and Recreation lists free teen art classes, exhibitions, and youth arts programming; current dates vary by session.
Location
1110 Barton Springs Rd., Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
512-974-4000
Art type
Teen art, visual arts, professional artist instruction
Materials
No fee note listed
Session dates
Schedule listed
Price
Ask about discounts
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STEM · Distance not clear · 5/9 facts · 4 askChecked 2026-05-19
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Austin Nature & Science Center Programs

Austin Nature & Science Center
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AgeAsk for ages
PriceAsk price
Trial / dealAsk trial/deal
Schedule
programs for preschoolers, kids, families, and adults listed across nature and science topics
Location
2389 Stratford Drive, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
Ask on official page
STEM type
Nature, science, wildlife, outdoor education
Trial
No trial listed
Device
Ask if laptop needed
Project
Ask take-home result
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Special needs · Distance not clear · 5/9 facts · 4 askChecked 2026-05-19
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Adaptive Youth Recreation Therapies

Danny G. McBeth Recreation Center
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Age6-16
PriceAsk price
Trial / dealAsk trial/deal
Schedule
Sprout into Success recreation therapy listed for children ages 6-11 and teens ages 12-16
Location
2401 Columbus Drive, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
Ask on official page
Support
Therapeutic recreation, adaptive programs
Intake
Ask intake
Ratio
Ask ratio
Trial
Ask about trial
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Media · Distance not clear · 8/9 facts · 4 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Austin Public Library Teen Central

Austin Public Library
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Age13-18
PriceFree library program/resource unless otherwise noted by the branch or event page.
Trial / dealfree public library resources listed
Schedule
Austin Public Library teen services include Teen Central, media creation equipment, teen art exhibits, teen spaces, and a paid Teen Library Fellowship
Location
710 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
512-974-7400
Focus
Teen space, media creation, art exhibits, gaming, teen fellowship
Equipment
Ask equipment
Project
Outcome listed
Trial
No trial listed
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Ask before signing upcurrent fellowship openings · media equipment reservation rules · branch-specific teen spaces+1 more to ask
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Academic · Distance not clear · 7/9 facts · 4 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Austin Public Library Youth STEM and Arts Programs

Austin Public Library
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AgeAsk for ages
PriceFree library program/resource unless otherwise noted by the branch or event page.
Trial / dealfree library cards for eligible Austin residents and Travis County students listed
Schedule
Austin Public Library youth services list literature, STEM, arts-based programming, annual summer reading, media for every reading level, and free student library cards
Location
Austin Public Library branches, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
512-974-7400
Focus
Literature, STEM, arts, summer reading, youth media
Assessment
Not listed
Homework
Not listed
Trial
No trial listed
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Media · Distance not clear · 8/9 facts · 3 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Austin Public Library Teen Services

Austin Public Library
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Age13-18
PriceFree library program/resource unless otherwise noted by the branch or event page.
Trial / dealfree public library access listed
Schedule
Austin Public Library teen services include programs for ages 13-18, dedicated teen spaces, Teen Central, art exhibits, media creation resources, and a paid teen fellowship
Location
Austin Public Library branches, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
512-974-7400
Focus
Teen spaces, media creation, art exhibits, gaming, teen fellowship
Equipment
Not listed
Project
Outcome listed
Trial
No trial listed
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Ask before signing upbranch-specific teen calendar · fellowship application window · event capacity
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Arts · Distance not clear · 6/9 facts · 3 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Austin Parks Low-Cost Teen Recreation

Austin Parks and Recreation
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AgeAsk for ages
Pricefree and low-cost programs
Trial / dealfree and low-cost city recreation options listed
Schedule
Austin Parks low-cost recreation highlights youth and teen activities including arts, critical thinking, leadership, career exploration, and Totally Cool Totally Art teen art outreach
Location
Austin recreation centers, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
512-974-6700
Art type
Teen art, low Cost recreation, leadership, career exploration, culture
Materials
No fee note listed
Session dates
Schedule listed
Price
Listed
Source checked recentlyAsk a few things
Ask before signing upexact age range · site-specific schedule · registration fees by class
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Volunteering · Distance not clear · 7/9 facts · 1 askChecked 2026-05-20
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Teens in Leadership Training

Austin Parks and Recreation
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Age15-18
Priceprogram fees or application requirements vary
Trial / dealAsk trial/deal
Schedule
Teens in Leadership Training is listed for students ages 15-18 with leadership and job-readiness programming.
Location
Austin recreation centers, Austin
Drive
Distance not clear
Contact
311
Service
Teen leadership, job readiness, service learning
Parent role
Not listed
Hours
Not listed
Cost
Ask about discounts
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How should I use this page?

Start with age and activity type, then compare schedule, price, discounts, distance, and what still needs confirmation.

Why do some fields say ask?

Ask means the source page did not clearly confirm that fact. Kidscope keeps the gap visible so you know what to ask before paying.

Are summer camps included?

Yes. Camps are part of the same activity model, with planned fields for season, week range, full-day or half-day status, extended care, deadline, and capacity status.