Dates & times
All times are local to the venue · America/Chicago
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Earlier dates (2)
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Colorin Colorado Brings Songs, Games and Stories to Austin Toddler Time
Clapping, dancing and imagining are part of the plan at Colorin Colorado. The monthly story time at Austin’s Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center gives families a lively format built around songs, games and stories—not just listening quietly.
A story time that welcomes movement
The ESB-MACC listing describes an activity for toddlers who like to wiggle, clap and dance, with games and stories alongside singing. That makes participation part of the stated format, rather than an incidental extra.
The invitation mentions singing canciones, but it does not say that every song or story will be in Spanish, or describe the session as language instruction.
Further reading: Casa de la Cultura: Colorin Colorado | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · Colorin Colorado Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite ↗
A family program within a wider cultural framework
Colorin Colorado sits within Casa de la Cultura, ESB-MACC’s wider program of family-friendly classes and workshops rooted in Mexican American, Indigenous and Latino cultures and traditions. The program’s stated aims include encouraging ongoing curiosity about art and supporting expression of identity.
That context helps explain the story-time listing’s focus on language, identity, family and cultural traditions. It does not identify the books, songs or particular traditions planned for any one date.
Further reading: Casa de la Cultura: Colorin Colorado | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · Casa de la Cultura | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | AustinTexas.gov ↗
Before you go
Remaining listed dates
The listed dates are October 13, November 10 and December 8, 2026, and January 12, 2027—all second Tuesdays. As of November 4, the remaining dates are November 10, December 8 and January 12.
Austin’s event page lists the session as 10:30 a.m.–noon. Eventbrite’s structured event details give 12:30 p.m. as the end time; check with the center if the finish time matters to your plans.
Casa de la Cultura: Colorin Colorado | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · Colorin Colorado Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite ↗
Register through Eventbrite
Eventbrite lists a $0 admission offer, and the Austin event page directs families to RSVP through Eventbrite. Check the selected date’s registration details; the listings do not clarify whether a separate RSVP is needed for each date.
Casa de la Cultura: Colorin Colorado | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · Colorin Colorado Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite ↗
Confirm before setting out
The two listings disagree about how to attend: Austin’s event page labels it “Virtual Event,” while Eventbrite identifies it as in person. Call ESB-MACC at 512-974-3772 to confirm the format before making the trip.
Casa de la Cultura: Colorin Colorado | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · Colorin Colorado Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite ↗ · Contact the ESB Mexican American Cultural Center | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | AustinTexas.gov ↗
Location and directions
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center
The listed destination is 600 River St., Austin, TX 78701. The event listings do not provide specific transit routes, parking information or a separate event entrance. Use the map links to calculate directions from your own starting point, and call ESB-MACC at 512-974-3772 to confirm the event’s virtual or in-person format before traveling.
Casa de la Cultura: Colorin Colorado | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · Colorin Colorado Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite ↗ · Contact the ESB Mexican American Cultural Center | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | AustinTexas.gov ↗
Before you make a plan
What happens at Colorin Colorado?
The toddler-focused story time combines singing, games and stories about language, identity, family and cultural traditions. The listing also welcomes toddlers who like to wiggle, clap and dance.
Casa de la Cultura: Colorin Colorado | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · Colorin Colorado Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite ↗
When are the remaining listed sessions?
As of November 4, 2026, the remaining dates are November 10 and December 8, 2026, and January 12, 2027. The official event page lists 10:30 a.m.–noon, while Eventbrite’s structured details list 12:30 p.m. as the end time.
Casa de la Cultura: Colorin Colorado | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · Colorin Colorado Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite ↗
Is the event in person or virtual?
The listings conflict: Austin’s event page says “Virtual Event,” while Eventbrite says “In person.” Confirm the format with ESB-MACC at 512-974-3772 before attending.
Casa de la Cultura: Colorin Colorado | AustinTexas.gov ↗ · Colorin Colorado Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite ↗ · Contact the ESB Mexican American Cultural Center | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | AustinTexas.gov ↗
Is there an admission charge?
Eventbrite lists a $0 admission offer. The Austin event page directs families to RSVP through Eventbrite; check the chosen date’s registration details.
Location & Google Maps
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center
600 River St., Austin, TX 78701
Map search by venue and address. Check the organiser’s entrance details before travelling.