Playgrounds
8 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.
- Landa Park1.1 mi from downtown
- Fredericksburg Fields1.3 mi from downtown
- Cypress Bend Park1.5 mi from downtown
Family
Things to do in New Braunfels with kids
5 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.
Family-friendly ideas around New Braunfels, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.
Indoor fun
Places to go when it’s too hot, cold or wet outside.
- Mill Street Art Galleryart gallery
- New Braunfels Art Leagueart gallery
- The Barnart gallery
Libraries
Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.
- New Braunfels Public Library700 E Common St
- Westside Community Center Library2932 S Ih 35
Picnic spots
Day-use areas for a family picnic.
- Canyon Lake11 mi northwest
- Cedar Breaks Park69 mi north
- Russell Park69 mi north
Wildlife and nature
Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.
- Canyon Lake11 mi northwest
- Potters Creek Park15 mi northwest
- Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge54 mi north
Around town
Get a feel for the city
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What is there to do in New Braunfels with kids?
Playgrounds (8), Indoor fun (3), Libraries (2), Picnic spots (14), Wildlife and nature (20). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.
What can kids do in New Braunfels for free?
Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.
What can families do in New Braunfels when it rains or it’s hot?
Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.