Brought to you by Recess and Hello Nanny, supporting families through every season of care. Use code RecessNanny10 for 10% off! Every summer parents are handed their marching orders: Sign up for camps early but make sure the camps fit your work schedule and budget, but also ensure they’re learning, but also don’t forget they…
Why child development experts recommend structured summer activities, and how to plan without the stress If you’re an Austin parent wondering when to start planning summer camps, you’re asking the right question at exactly the right time. January is when Austin’s summer camp market opens up: providers release full schedules, early bird discounts go live,…
Recess camps + “indoor lifesavers” for cold snaps, rainy days, and cabin fever Some days you open the door, feel the “cold” air (aka when it drops below 60 in Texas), and go: nope. Not today! Whether it’s cold, rainy, or you just need to get everyone out of the house before your living room…
The presents have been opened, the wrapping paper is (mostly) cleaned up… and now your kids are fully into a select few gifts. You know the ones: the karaoke machine that’s somehow turned your house into a Taylor Swift tour at 6am, the Lego set that’s living permanently on the table, the art kit that’s…
Explore our student holiday programs by jumping straight in to programs near you and your school. Austin ISD Leander ISD Round Rock ISD Pflugerville ISD Georgetown ISD Eanes ISD Trinity Episcopal School of Austin Girl’s School of Austin Magellan International School Kirby Hall School St. Francis School 2-Hr Learning Schools More Schools Coming Soon! We…
It’s that time of year again—cozy sweaters, cocoa in hand, and the twinkle of holiday lights around every corner of Austin. If you’re planning festive outings with your crew (yes, including your furry friends if they’re up for it), here are some tried-and-true light shows and holiday events around town. We’ve pulled together a mix…
Every parent knows the feeling: your kid gets hooked on a character and suddenly it’s their whole personality. The race car phase, the princess era, the superhero obsession — and of course, the Halloween costume that mysteriously becomes an everyday uniform. What if you could take that passion a step further? Not just for Halloween,…
When autumn rolls into Austin, the city transforms into a playground of pumpkins, costumes, and family-friendly frights. If you’re looking to make October 2025 unforgettable for your kids (and maybe enjoy a little spooky fun yourself), here’s The Ultimate Guide to Kid-Friendly Halloween Events in Austin, Texas — your go-to planner for treats, thrills (but…
Autumn is a treasure trove for crafting. The leaves, pinecones, acorns, sticks, seed pods, and crisp air all beckon children to explore, collect, and create. Whether you’re at home, in the classroom, or on a nature walk, these projects can turn simple materials into keepsakes and decorations. Below are 8 fun, kid-friendly crafts using fall…
This is my first fall as both a founder and a new mom, and I’m learning that both roles require the same thing: showing up, staying present, and embracing the messy moments. As we build Recess into Austin’s go-to platform for discovering and booking children’s activities, I’m also discovering fall through my daughter’s eyes for…