March is here and that means music festivals and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. If you’re looking for events in Austin this March, then you’ve come to the right place. There are so many family friendly events taking place this month it will be difficult to choose, hopefully you can take in a few of these fun activities. From SXSW to Rodeo Austin to a Kite festival, you’re bound to find something everyone will enjoy.

Events in Austin this March

ABC Zilker Kite Festival
When: March 5^th, 2017
Where: Zilker Park
Austin, TX

The ABC Kite Fest is one of Austin’s best-known annual events. Held on the first Sunday of March, it is the kick-off to the hundreds of springtime activities in Austin.

Everyone is welcome to attend (pets too!). There is no admission to attend or to participate in the contest. Most folks come out to see the spectacular sight of hundreds of kites in the sky and to enjoy a spring day in the park.

SXSW Music, Film and Interactive Conference and Festival
When: March 10^th – 19^th, 2017
Where: Various Austin Locations

Austin Convention Center and more than 50 venues host noted filmmakers, musicians and multimedia artists from around the world converge to showcase music, film and interactive media during this internationally-recognized event.

Rodeo Austin
When: March 11^th – 25^th, 2017
Where: Travis County Expo Center
9100 Decker Lake Road
Austin, TX

Over the years, Rodeo Austin has grown from a show featuring 16 animals into one of Austin’s premier events, featuring Pro rodeo events, daily concerts, livestock show and more.

St. Patrick’s Day Austin
When: March 17^th, 2017
Where: Pioneer Farms
10621 Pioneer Farms Drive
Austin, TX

This annual family-friendly festival celebrates all things Irish. Come enjoy authentic Celtic music and dancers, Irish language workshops, the finest Irish imports and plenty of good craic!

Urban Music Festival
When: March 31^st – April 1^st
Where: Auditorium Shores
900 W. Riverside Drive
Austin, TX

The Urban Music Festival 2017 (UMF) celebrates its twelfth year on Friday & Saturday, March 31st & April 1st. This year’s festival will once again be a fun-filled weekend full of great entertainment and community participation.

The UMF is a landmark event and a testament to the devotion of all involved, from festival attendees to all the volunteers. On behalf of the UMF we would like to say thanks and to humbly request your continued support.