Squirrel Fest 2026

Get ready to go nuts at Squirrel Fest 2026! This free, family-friendly bash celebrates Austin's bushy-tailed buddies and spring vibes at Pease Park on April 11 from 4-8pm, with a Zootopia screening after dark.

Dive into eco-fun with puppet shows by Small Wonders, squirrel origami from JASGA, moth studies with Dr. Eckerman, and all-ages crafts like nature painting picnics, friendship bracelets, fairy village clay, and sun prints—all powered by Future Front Texas creatives.

• Puppet Show with Small Wonders Austin
• Bat Cave Book Bus
• Squirrel Origami with JASGA
• HCRA Mile of Silence Installation
• Moth Study with Dr. Eckerman
• Nature Painting Picnic with Kayla Kennedy
• Friendship Bracelets and Recycled Collage
• Fairy Village Clay Time with Tanya Zal
• Sun Prints and Cyanotypes

Grab eats from Zee’s Weiner System, El Mariachi’s Tacos, SnoRide, and more, plus DJ tunes. Perfect for kids, families, and squirrel superfans—dogs, maybe sit this one out!