Fun Things to do in Austin – July 2026

Fun Things to do in Austin – July 2026

Neighborhood 4th of July Parades, World Cup watching and ways to cool off this summer in Austin | July Newsletter links

Happy July!

These later summer months really test my love of Austin. Look below for a mix of ways to cool off and enjoy July.

July COOL OFF spotlight

I’ve a blog post with a round-up of anytime Summer Fun ideas that put you in water or keep you indoors.

July EVENTS

Listen to a free outdoor concert (inside if it rains) every Thursday in July at the Long Center for their Drop-in Music Series.

GOAL!!! Cheer on the World Cup with watch parties and events around town.

Watch Singin’ in the Rain as the Zilker Theater Summer Musical from July 10th-Aug. 15th.

See over 200 works of art at the Art of Banksy exhibit at Fair Market (opened in May).

Break out your thread for a Stitch Night at Pinthouse Brewing on July 15th.

July CLASSES

Take your littlest Texan to learn about Foods from American History at the Bullock Museum on July 18th.

Make & Take a Red, White and Blue Cobbler at Central Market (few tickets left) on July 4th.

Sip & Solder a stained glass suncatcher at Meanwhile Brewing on July 14th.

Learn how to arrange flowers with Rally Cat Floral at Aurora House on July 25th

Come home with a custom hat, purse or tote bag at this Custom Patch Workshop in July (multiple dates)

July HOLIDAYS

Independence Day (July 4th): Celebrate with music at Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Concert and Picnic or head to Auditorium Shores for the music and firework-filled Star Spangled Fest.

Put on your red, white and blue to watch or march in a neighborhood parade:

July PHOTO SESSIONS

If you’d like to book a Family Photo Session this Summer or Class of 2027 Seniors who want a summer session, reach out and let me know. I’m only booking indoor or early morning sessions once the temperature gets above 95 degrees at night.

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Stephanie Friedman first picked up a camera in high school, went on to study photojournalism in college (Hook ‘Em), then worked as a photo researcher in educational publishing for over 20 years.

During all that, she’s been photographing Families and Seniors for the last 10 years. You can count on her to be communicative and organized before your session. She’ll help you feel relaxed and confident during your session. And you’ll have a smile on your face after your session once you see your new photos.

Interested in Booking a Photo Session?

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Fun Things to do in Austin – July 2026

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Fun Things to do in Austin – June 2026

Fun Things to do in Austin – June 2026

Waterparks, Outdoor Concerts and Growing a Salsa Garden | June Newsletter links

Happy June!

Ready for a fun mix of events, classes and places to visit in Austin, Texas in 2026?

Check out the links below for inspiration.

June WATER PARKS spotlight

School’s out 🙂 Temps will soon be rising. Time to schedule some summer fun in the water at Rock’N River, Typhoon Texas, Volente Beach, Quest ATX, Splash Shack, Kalahari or Schlitterbahn.

June EVENTS

Listen to a free outdoor concert (inside if it rains) every Thursday in June at the Long Center for their Drop-in Music Series.

Listen to Blues on the Green at Zilker Park on June 9th and 10th.

Get bendy at the Austin Yoga Festival on June 13th.

Eat some watermelon and watch the parade at the Luling Watermelon Thump on June 25th-June 28th. (Luling is about an hour’s drive from Austin).

From Jaws to Romeo + Juliet to Pee Wee’s Big Adventure – watch a Classic Movie at the Paramount Summer Film Series (multiple dates).

Line Dance and listen to Big Bad Karaoke at the Summer of Friendship Festival at Laguna Gloria on June 26th.

Pack a basket for the Pride Picnic at Pease Park on June 27th.

June CLASSES

Buy a Monday bundle of Art Night classes and make a watercolor fan, cross stitch postcards, learn Sashiko mending and make a mirror tile mosaic.

Learn how to grow a Salsa Garden with Botanic Experience on June 14th.

Catch a wave at their Water Aerobics class ($35) and then get use of the pool all day long at Hotel Magdalena on June 14th.

Take a self-defense class with your daughter before she leaves for college at Sun Dragon Karate studio on June 28th (cont. on July 12th).

June HOLIDAYS

Flag Day (June 14th): It’s my birthday! Celebrate with a piece of cake. Or you can celebrate Flag Day at the Texas State Library and Archives Commission on June 13th.

Juneteenth (June 19th): Watch the Rosewood Neighborhood Parade.

Father’s Day (June 21st): Keep an eye out for the Brewtorium’s annual Dad Joke competition.

June PHOTO SESSIONS

If you’d like to book a Family Photo Session this Summer (perhaps as a Father’s Day gift) or Class of 2027 Seniors who want a summer session, reach out and let me know.

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Stephanie Friedman first picked up a camera in high school, went on to study photojournalism in college (Hook ‘Em), then worked as a photo researcher in educational publishing for over 20 years.

During all that, she’s been photographing Families and Seniors for the last 10 years. You can count on her to be communicative and organized before your session. She’ll help you feel relaxed and confident during your session. And you’ll have a smile on your face after your session once you see your new photos.

Interested in Booking a Photo Session?

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Fun Things to do in Austin – July 2026

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