See historic planes and meet veterans at Wings Over Houston. Photo courtesy of the event.
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Buffalo Bayou Park has trails, climbing structures, and skate park, slides, and more. Photo by Jessica Stautberg.
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With activities for all, Texas Ren Fest is the largest Renaissance-themed attraction in the county.
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Día de los Muertos at Discovery Green. Event photo courtesy of the Discovery Green
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These trunk-or-treats in Houston are a good alternative to trick-or-treating. Photo courtesy of Klein UMC Children's Ministries
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Houston is full of Halloween events this October. Scream on the Green photo courtesy of Discovery Green
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Scream on the Green is one of Houston's free Halloween events. Photo courtesy of Discovery Green
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Zoo Boo is one of our favorite Halloween events for younger kids. Photo courtesy of Houston Zoo
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See alligators in Beaumont, about 90 minutes from Houston. Photo courtesy of Gator Country Wildlife Adventure Park
Fall Day Trips From Houston for Families
Visit Froberg's Farm for fall festival fun, a pumpkin patch, and more. Photo courtesy the fall
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There are plenty of choices for pumpkin patches near Houston. Photo courtesy of P6 Farms
Best Pumpkin Patches Near Houston for Fall Fun
Free alligator education at Brazos Bend State Park. Photo by Sarah Banks.
The 10 Best Free Hidden Gems for Kids in Houston
From pumpkins to corn mazes, there's loads of seasonal fun at local farms. Photo courtesy of P6 Farms
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Houston Fall festivals that are fun for the whole family. Photo by Jessica Stautberg
Ultimate Guide to Fall Festivals in 2025 for Houston Families
Visit the Hall of Paleontology at the Museum of Natural Science. Photo courtesy of Visit Sugar Land.
Why HMNS at Sugar Land Is a Must-Visit for Houston Families
Help your Scout rack up the badges at these programs in Houston. Photo courtesy of Canva.
Best Places to Earn Scout Badges in Houston
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Our favorite gymnastics gyms in Houston. Photo courtesy of Canva
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Palace Social has bowling and a restaurant in addition to arcade games. Photo courtesy of Palace Social
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The Mini classes at Goldfish Swim School are a great bonding experience for parent and child. Photo courtesy of the school
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Ready Go Amusement Arcade photo by author Elizabeth R.
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A crafting party at one of these venues or at home is the perfect celebration for a creative kid. Photo courtesy of Color Me Mine
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See aquatic life without a fee at Sea Center Texas. Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife
Keep Cool in Houston: Top Beaches, Swimming Lakes, Splash Pads, and AC Spots
Our top picks for your Houston bar/bat mitzvah. Photo by Juliano ASTC, courtesy of Pexels.
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These Houston ice cream shops have the best treats for kids. Photo by Kelly Patino, courtesy of Mommy Poppins.
Best Ice Cream Spots In Houston For Kids
Pick your own flowers at one of these Houston farms. Photo courtesy Summer Skye Gardens
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Go for a nature walk in on of Houston's huge parks. Photo by Anthony Rathbun, courtesy of the Houston Arboretum.
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Discovery Green hosts free events like Arte en el Parque, where kids learn Spanish while making art. Photo courtesy of Discovery Green
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Levy Park in Houston has one of our favorite playgrounds. Photo courtesy of OJB Landscape Architecture
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NASA's Space Center is one of Houston's best science museums for kids. Photo by Pierce Ingram, courtesy of Travel Texas
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Firetruck Park in West University. Photo by Jessica Stautberg
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See animals up close at some of these farms near Houston. Photo courtesy of Dewberry Farm
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Children's Museum Houston is free every Thursday evening. Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum Houston
Free Museums and Free Museum Days for Kids in Houston
Photo courtesy of Levy Park, Facebook
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City Park Skate Park near Houston. Photo courtesy of the Sugarland Texas Govt.
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Pleasure Pier in Galveston is a top attraction near Houston. Photo courtesy of Visit Galveston
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John P. McGovern's state-of-the art playground is perfect for both younger and older children. Photo courtesy of Discovery Green.
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Stop at Cadillac Ranch near Amarillo for some cool photos on your roadtrip to the Texas Panhandle.
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Baywatch Dolphin Tours are a fun, kid-friendly tour near Houston. Photo courtesy of Visit Galveston
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Make dining out with kids more fun at one of Houston's themed restaurants. Photo courtesy of Rock N Roll Sushi
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Houston's Walking Stick Brewing Company has plenty of outdoor space. Photo courtesy of the Walking Stick Brewing Company
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Urban Air has quite a few trampoline parks near Houston. Photo courtesy of Urban Air Adventure Park
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Batting cage photo courtesy of the Bellaire Bats
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Photo courtesy of Big Air in North Houston
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Plan a magical quinceañera with these dress shops and venues. Photo courtesy of Canva
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Houston has many kid-friendly museums, and not all are children's museums. Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of Houston
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In winter, visit Luminations at the Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center. Photo by Ann Alva Weiding Photography, at bigredmuse.com.
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New to fishing? Try a Galveston fishing boat tour.
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The outdoor pool at the Moody Gardens Hotel, photo courtesy of Visit Galveston.
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One of our favorite petting zoos near Houston. Photo courtesy of Dewberry Farm
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Make it an unforgettable family getaway from Houston by hiking Enchanted Rock. Photo courtesy Passport to Texas.
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Photo courtesy of Schlitterbahn Waterparks
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Photo by author Rebecca Matheson Ortiz for Mommy Poppins.
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MKT has great family-friendly restaurants! Photo courtesy of @mendocinofarms and MKT
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There's no shortage of fun baby activities in Houston.
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Your little learner will love the variety of toddler classes in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
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Treat your kid to one of these Houston spas with services for children. Photo courtesy of Float Baby
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Climb with your kids at one of these indoor rock climbing gyms in Houston. Photo courtesy of Texas Rock Gym
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Bowling is a fun indoor activity to add to your list this summer. Photo courtesy of Palace Social
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Fishing at Sea Center in Freeport, TX. Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife
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Photo courtesy of Osprey Cruises
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Round up the girls and head out for a kid-free night in Houston. Photo courtesy of Thirsty Bee Meadery
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Kids love the carousel on Kemah's boardwalk.
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San Antonio has a lot of budget-friendly things to do with kids. Photo courtesy of the San Antonio Botanical Garden
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Birdwatching at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, photo courtesy of Houston Audubon
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Photo courtesy of Cypress Academy
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Montessori preschools focus on hands-on learning. Photo courtesy of The Woodlands Montessori School
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Hero Headquarters is a birthday party entertainment company in Houston. Photo courtesy of Hero Headquarters
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Check out one of these breakfasts in Houston for a casual meal when the kids get up early. Photo courtesy of Snooze
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Free activities like feeding the ducks at Mary Jo Peckham Park are simple and still great fun for kids. Photo courtesy of Canva
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For the best baby clothes, try these Houston baby boutiques. Photo courtesy of Threadfare Children's Boutique
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Weekend Fun for Houston Kids: Candytopia, Fairy Day, June 22-23

Don your fairy wings and grab your pixie dust for Fairy Day at the Museum./Photo courtesy of The Woodlands Children's Museum.
Don your fairy wings and grab your pixie dust for Fairy Day at the Museum./Photo courtesy of The Woodlands Children's Museum.
6/19/19 - By Rachael Cherry

Hot summer days mean lots of water play, and we have some excellent things lined up for all of you water-loving families out there!

For our beach lovers, check out Texas' best beaches, or see all the great things to do in Galveston, including swimming at Surfside Beach or learning how to build sandcastles at Stewart Beach. For water park lovers, see what hot spots the Houston area has to offer. Enjoy classic thrills and water tubing at Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels or splash around at Strawberry Water Park in Pasadena.

There is also lots of free fun to be had at splash pads around the city, Houston's many free pools, and a kid favorite - Noah's Ark Pool.

Not feeling the water? This weekend is full of all sorts of fun things to do that don't involve getting wet. Let's check it out together! 

 

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Showered with candy at Candytopia in Los Angeles. Photo by Roberta Brown/Mommy Poppins
Showered with candy at Candytopia in Los Angeles. Photo by Roberta Brown/Mommy Poppins

All Weekend

Alley Theatre Day 2019

Downtown
All for one, and one for all! Come out for Alley Theatre Day, where you can experience a Behind-the-Scenes tour, a sword fighting workshop, a Three Musketeers activity, and a matinee performance of Ken Ludwig's The Three Musketeers. READ MORE

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by The Company OnStage

Meyerland
Based on the popular novel by Judy Blume, Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing takes life with a sibling and puts a hilarious twist on it. Any child with a younger sibling is sure to appreciate the humor and escapades that ensue with Peter Hatcher and his little brother Fudge. READ MORE

A Midsummer Night's Dream at Queensbury Theatre

Memorial
Join four young lovers and a troupe of actors as they find themselves caught in the wood in the midst of a quarrel between the King and Queen of the fairies. Based on the comedy by William Shakespeare, this play is sure to delight families of all ages.  READ MORE

Circo Hermanos Vazquez in North Houston

North Houston
The circus is coming! Be prepared to be amazed as human cannonballs, acrobatics, dancers, and more take center stage under the big top.  READ MORE

Candytopia: Houston

Memorial
If you've been looking for a Golden Ticket, look no further! Dive into all things sweet at the wonderful world of Candytopia, a candy lover's paradise that is sure to satisfy even the sweetest tooth.  READ MORE
Head to the Maritime Museum for a fun family day learning about Colors of the Sea./Photo courtesy of Houston Maritime Museum.
Head to the Maritime Museum for a fun family day learning about Colors of the Sea./Photo courtesy of Houston Maritime Museum.

Saturday

Woodtrace Wilderness Kids Triathlon

Pinehurst
Get ready to let the kids get active at the Woodtrace Wilderness Kids Triathlon. The race is a USA Triathlon-sanctioned event with varying distances based on age. Stick around after the race for a post-race party featuring prize drawings.  READ MORE

Kids Fish Fest at Walden Marina

Montgomery
Kids of all ages are invited out for a free morning of fishing at Walden Marina. Learn angler safety and etiquette, take fishing lessons, learn knot tying, practice fish identification, participate in casting contests, and more. READ MORE

Fairy Day at TWCM

The Woodlands
Dress as your favorite fairy and meet Tinkerbell to celebrate International Fairy Day. Create your own fairy wings and fairy wand, get your face painted, dig into the fairy flower bin, and snap a picture with Tink.  READ MORE

Houston LGBT+ Pride Celebration

Downtown
Enjoy the Houston LGBT+ Pride Celebration with events and activities for the entire family to enjoy. READ MORE

Family Day: Colors of the Sea

Downtown
This month for Family Day enjoy activities that include demonstrations in the exhibit space by local artists and patriotic art activities in the Kids’ Cove with the Painting Pirate. READ MORE
Enjoy an afternoon of fine arts and activities with the family during Sunday Family Studio./Photo courtesy of Trish Badger/The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
Enjoy an afternoon of fine arts and activities with the family during Sunday Family Studio./Photo courtesy of Trish Badger/The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

Sunday

Pre-Colombian Rumba at Trader's Village

Jersey Village
Head to Trader's Village for the annual Pre-Colombian Rumba, which features a day of live music from Mango Punch, dancing, prizes, activities, and surprises for the whole family.  READ MORE

Kingwood 4th Sunday Market and Craft Show

Kingwood
Join us for a monthly leisure Sunday Market every 4th Sunday in Kingwood at Town Center Park where you can shop and browse a variety of quality vendors. READ MORE

Tejano Music Nights at Kemah Boardwalk

Kemah
Enjoy an evening outdoors with a live concert featuring the best in Tejano music. READ MORE

Sunday Family Studio at MFAH

Museum District
Families are invited to join a teaching artist for an afternoon in the galleries and the studio. Spend time exploring and learning about a work of art, and then create your masterpiece. READ MORE

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