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Austin Mutual Aid Resources
Warming Centers
Libraries, rec centers, community centers
(AMA Guide) Other City Centers
Beyond libraries and rec centers, the City of Austin operates several other public facilities that are open during normal hours and can serve as warm spaces during a cold weather event. What to know Open to the public during normal operating hours Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting Details Asian American Resource Center — 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78754 — 512-974-1700 — Mon–Fri: 10 AM–6 PM, Sat: 10 AM–4 PM Austin Nature and Science Center — 2389 Stratford Dr, Austi
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(AMA Guide) Austin Recreation Centers
Austin Recreation Centers are open to the public as warming locations during normal operating hours. Most have showers, but public access times vary by location — call ahead to confirm before making the trip. What to know Most rec centers have showers — call to confirm public access times Hours vary by location and day Open to anyone during regular hours Details Alamo Rec Center — 2100 Alamo St, Austin, TX 78722 — 512-974-5680 — Mon–Fri: 9 AM–6 PM, Sat–Sun: Closed Austin Rec
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(AMA Guide) Austin Public Library Locations
Every Austin Public Library branch is open to anyone who needs to get warm during regular hours. Walk in — no eligibility required. Service animals are welcome. Check hours before you go, as they vary by branch. All 21 locations are listed below. What to know All branches are open to the public as warming centers during regular hours Service animals are welcome Check hours before visiting — they vary by branch and day Details Central Library — 710 W. Cesar Chavez St. — 512-97
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(AMA Guide) YMCA as a Warming Option
YMCAs across Austin offer a free day trial, and if you need ongoing access, staff can talk to you about a sliding scale membership. It is a solid option for getting warm, showering, and staying inside during a cold weather event. What to know Multiple locations across Austin Free day trial available Sliding scale memberships available — ask staff about a discount No specific locations or phone numbers are listed — search for the nearest one before heading out Details Walk int
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(AMA Guide) Planet Fitness as a Warming Option
Planet Fitness locations are open 24 hours and offer a free day trial. That means you can walk in, get warm, and access showers any time of day or night — even during a winter storm. What to know Open 24 hours Free day trial available Memberships start at $10–$15 per month No specific Austin locations are listed — search for the nearest one before heading out Details Take advantage of the free day trial to get access to a warm indoor space and showers at any hour. If you find
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(AMA Guide) Foundation for the Homeless / Feed My People
Foundation for the Homeless / Feed My People opens their church building near 13th and Lavaca early in the morning, making it one of the few spots available before most other warming centers open for the day. What to know Location: 13th and Lavaca, Austin Access begins around 6 AM Bathroom access available: 2 people of each gender at a time No showers available Details Starting around 6 AM, clients can access the church building at 13th and Lavaca. Bathroom access is availabl
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(AMA Guide) Travis County Community Centers
Travis County Community Centers are open to anyone who needs to get out of the cold during business hours. Walk in to warm up, charge your devices, refill water, or use the restroom — no questions asked. What to know Open to anyone — no eligibility requirements General hours: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM (call ahead to confirm) Services: warming space, device charging, water refill, restroom access Details The following Travis County Community Centers are open as warming location
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(AMA Guide) Daytime Warming Centers
Every Austin Parks and Library facility is open as a warming center during normal operating hours. No sign-up required — just walk in. This weekend, three library branches are staying open late to give people more time to get warm. What to know Any Austin Parks or Library facility is a warming center during normal operating hours Service animals are welcome in all City facilities Three branches have extended hours on Saturday, Jan 24 and Sunday, Jan 25: 8 AM to 5 PM Extended
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