Family Fest at Austin Central Library
- When: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 710 West Cesar Chavez Street Austin, TX 78701
- Cost: Free
Join us at the Austin Central Library to meet some of your favorite PBS KIDS characters, explore crafts and activities, and so much more!
Join us on Saturday, October 17th for our annual Family Fest! We’ll be at the Austin Central Library from 10AM to 1PM with tons of activities, photo booths, giveaways, and more. This year, the free event is also part of the library’s 100th birthday celebrations!
During this free event, you can expect:
Meet-and-greets with PBS KIDS characters like Clifford, Super Why, Costume Character Grover from Sesame Street, and more!
Book giveaways
Photo ops
And more!
This event is free to attend, but RSVPs are strongly encouraged. Plus, every RSVP automatically enters you to win amazing prizes like a Woom bike!
Event Details
Saturday, October 17 | Austin Central Library Special Events Center (1st Floor)
PBS KIDS Costume Characters will alternate appearances every 30 minutes so everyone has a chance to meet and take photos with their favorite character!
Other fun characters include HEBuddy, Enoughie, and R.B.!
Heads up! This space will get noisy. Bring your own headphones, earplugs, or other sensory-friendly devices.
We will have the Carl the Collector Chill Zone, a space to decompress in, located on the 5th floor of the library!
This event is from 10am - 1pm so feel free to drop in anytime!
NOTE: RSVP does not guarantee admission to Family Fest. Crowds may reach capacity, requiring a wait for entrance to our event. We encourage you to visit the other floors meanwhile!
- Website: austinpbs.org
- Contact Phone: (737) 707-3370
- Category: Free
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