KidsFestATX 2026 & Unity Walk
Celebrating Children, Families, and Community
Join us for the 10th Annual KidsFestATX and 21st Annual Unity Walk, a free, family-friendly community celebration connecting children and families to education, health, and support services across Austin.
Co-hosted by Child Inc Head Start and Austin Voices for Education & Youth, KidsFestATX is rooted in a Cradle to College/Career model of education, bringing together early learning providers, schools, and community partners to support families at every stage of a child’s journey.
Event Details
📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
21st Annual Unity Walk
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Departs from Webb Middle School
The Unity Walk (1 mile) brings families together in celebration and leads directly into the KidsFestATX festival.
KidsFestATX Festival
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Virginia L. Brown Recreation Center
7500 Blessing Ave, Austin, TX 78752
Enjoy a morning filled with food, fun, and community engagement, including hands-on activities for children and access to valuable family resources.
👉 Flyer
What to Expect
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🎈 Free children’s activities and family-friendly entertainment, including bounce houses, pony rides, and creative craft zones
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🎭 Face painting, clown shows, interactive games, plus free food boxes and books for families
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🏫 Over 120 community resource booths offering support in education, health, safety, and family services
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🔬 Early childhood and STEM activity zones that promote school readiness through hands-on learning
- 📚 Learn more about Child Inc’s Head Start program, with enrollment specialists available to answer questions and schedule application appointments for the 2026–2027 Head Start year
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🤝 Opportunities to connect with trusted local organizations that support children and families
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💛 A welcoming environment designed especially for families with young children
New in 2026
We are excited to welcome new community partners that expand the reach and impact of KidsFestATX:
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City of Austin Safety Fair, organized by Lock Arms for Life
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Children’s Partnership highlighting Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day
Exhibitors & Sponsors
KidsFestATX draws children and their families from central, east, and northeast Austin, making it a meaningful opportunity for organizations to connect directly with the community they serve.
We offer flexible exhibitor and sponsorship options to accommodate different budgets and capacities. Our goal is to ensure all community partners can participate in a way that works for them.
👉 For exhibitor or volunteer opportunities contact: info@childinc.org
We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
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