Free Things in Austin

what are some free things I can do in AUstin

Austin has *tons* of great free things you can do! Here’s a list, depending on your vibe: **Outdoors/Nature:** - **Barton Creek Greenbelt** – Free hiking, swimming spots, and rock climbing. - **Zilker Park** – Huge park where you can picnic, toss a frisbee, or chill. - **Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail** – Beautiful trail around the water downtown. - **Mount Bonnell** – Short hike with an incredible view of the city and Lake Austin. - **Mayfield Park** – Free gardens and peacocks roaming around! **Culture/Art:** - **Blanton Museum of Art** – Free admission every Thursday. - **The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria** – Sometimes free community days; worth checking. - **The Elisabet Ney Museum** – Free historic artist's studio/museum in Hyde Park. **Music/Entertainment:** - **Free live music** – Lots of bars and cafes have no-cover shows. Check places like: - *The Continental Club* (some free shows) - *C-Boy's Heart & Soul* - *Hotel Vegas patio shows* - **"Unplugged at the Grove"** – Free music series at Shady Grove (seasonal). **Events/Seasonal:** - **Pecan Street Festival** – Massive free street festival (twice a year). - **SXSW Free Events** – Tons of unofficial free parties, concerts, and showcases if you time it right. - **Blues on the Green** – Free summer concerts at Zilker Park. **Unique Austin Stuff:** - **Congress Bridge Bats** – Watch millions of bats fly out at sunset (March to October). - **Cathedral of Junk** – Wild backyard art project; free but donations appreciated. - **Graffiti Park (Hope Outdoor Gallery)** – It's been moving locations but still worth checking; murals and street art everywhere. **Markets/Fun Wandering:** - **Texas Farmers’ Market** at Mueller (Sundays) – Free to walk around. - **South Congress Avenue** – Just walking SoCo is a vibe, with street musicians and window shopping. --- Would you want a few suggestions depending on what mood you're in (like "chill day," "adventure day," "social day")? 🌞