Austin's big independent bookstore downtown, with a kids' floor and a little amphitheater where storytime happens three mornings a week. It's about 35-40 minutes from Dripping Springs, so it pairs well with a downtown day.
Ages
- Ages 0–2
- Ages 3–5
- Ages 6–9
Free storytimes Tue, Wed & Sat 10:30 in the BookKids amphitheater
Price
Free
Storytimes are free. Some author events need an RSVP or book purchase.
Hours
| Monday | 9 am – 9 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 am – 9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am – 9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am – 9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am – 9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am – 9 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am – 9 pm |
Good to know: Storytimes every Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:30 AM (about 30 min) with rotating guest readers and musical storytimes; check the BookKids events page for each week's guest.
Setting
Indoor
- Good in heat: Yes
- Good in rain: Yes
Getting there
603 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703
Rough drive times
- about 45 min from Dripping Springs
- about 15 min from Oak Hill / SW Austin
- about 25 min from Bee Cave
- about 60 min from Wimberley
- about 40 min from Driftwood
Estimated from distance, not live traffic.
Parent details
- Parking
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- Stroller access
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- Restrooms
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- Changing table
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- Fenced play area
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- Splash pad
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- Food on site
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- Accessible
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- Easy parking
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- Nursing space
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Happening here
Every Tue, Wed, Sat · 10:30 am
BookKids Storytime
BookPeople (BookKids amphitheater) · Austin
- Ages 0–2
- Ages 3–5
- Ages 6–9
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