Things to do with kids in Round Rock, TX
Checked · All times are local Central Time (Round Rock time)
Coming up in Round Rock: Round Rock Turkey Trot (Nov 26), Light Up the Lake (from Dec 4) and Saturday Family Storytime at Round Rock Public Library (from Nov 7). 8 always-open places, led by Kalahari Indoor Waterpark (day passes). Prices and hours come from each official site.
Thanksgiving events in Round Rock
Round Rock Turkey Trot
- When
- Thu, Nov 26 · Starts 8am
- Cost
- $25 (everyone registers, including children in strollers)
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Untimed Thanksgiving 5K fun run at Old Settlers Park. Strollers start last, friendly leashed dogs are welcome and every finisher gets a medal.
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Christmas & holiday events: lights
Light Up the Lake
- When
- Fri, Dec 4 – Sat, Dec 5 (Dec 4 and 5) · 6–10pm
- Cost
- See site
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Round Rock's holiday lights evening at the lake in Old Settlers Park.
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Storytimes
Saturday Family Storytime at Round Rock Public Library
- When
- Sat, Nov 7 – Sat, Dec 19 (Saturdays) · 11–11:30am
- Cost
- Library program
- Ages
- All ages (best for 18 months–6 years) · Indoor
Families with children of all ages are welcome; children 18 months to 6 years will enjoy it most.
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Always-open family places
Most popular first: zoos, aquariums and museums, then nature spots, parks and libraries. Prices come from each official site; "Not stated" means the site doesn't list one.
Kalahari Indoor Waterpark (day passes)
- Price
- Day-pass prices vary by date and age
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Large indoor waterpark; day passes sold online by date, book ahead
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
Clay Madsen Park & Shaylah Dame Skate Park
- Price
- Skate park free to the public
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
22-acre park behind Clay Madsen Recreation Center with a playscape, courts, picnic shelter and a free 14,000 sq ft skate park; on the Lake Creek Trail
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
Lake Creek Park
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Playscapes and trails along Lake Creek
Memorial Park
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Shaded playground on the Brushy Creek trail
Old Settlers Park
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Seven playgrounds, trails and a lake
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
Play for All Abilities Park (Rabb Park)
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Gated, accessible playground with a mini city, race track and nature play; open daily 6am–10pm
Prete Main Street Plaza (splash fountain)
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Downtown plaza across from City Hall with a 1,075 sq ft interactive water feature, stage and lawn; fountain runs on a posted seasonal schedule and may close for holidays, events and weather
Round Rock Public Library
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Children's storytimes and programs
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do with kids in Round Rock this weekend?
Kalahari Indoor Waterpark (day passes), Clay Madsen Park & Shaylah Dame Skate Park and Lake Creek Park are open most days, but we don't have a Round Rock event listed for this weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1). Next up: Round Rock Turkey Trot (Nov 26) and Light Up the Lake (Dec 4).
What time is trick-or-treating in Round Rock?
Sunset on Halloween in Round Rock is at 6:43 p.m. Round Rock doesn't list official trick-or-treat hours, so plan around dusk.
Where can kids play indoors in Round Rock when it's too hot or rainy?
We list 2 indoor places in Round Rock: Kalahari Indoor Waterpark (day passes, Day-pass prices vary by date and age) and Round Rock Public Library.
What Thanksgiving events can I take my kids to in Round Rock?
We list 1 Thanksgiving event in Round Rock: Round Rock Turkey Trot (Thu, Nov 26). Our Thanksgiving weekend guide for the Austin area has more nearby.
Where can I take my kids to see Christmas lights in Round Rock?
We list 1 holiday light event in Round Rock: Light Up the Lake (Dec 4 – Dec 5). Our holiday lights guide for the Austin area has more nearby.
Are there storytimes or regular kids' programs in Round Rock?
We list 1 everyday program in Round Rock: Saturday Family Storytime at Round Rock Public Library (Saturdays).
What is there to do with toddlers in Round Rock?
We list 7 places in Round Rock that welcome kids under 2, including Clay Madsen Park & Shaylah Dame Skate Park, Lake Creek Park and Memorial Park. See all 7 above. Age ranges for places are our own guidance.
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