20 Top Things To Do in Galveston with Kids
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There's more than beach bumming to do in Galveston.
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25 Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Houston: Where Kids Can Play While Parents Eat
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Good news, parents! With tons of kid-friendly restaurants in Houston, relaxing on the patio with quality food and drinks doesn't have to be just a fond memory. That's right, you don't have to spend evenings at Chick-fil-A when you've got our list of 25 awesome kid-friendly Houston restaurants with play spaces for kids.
It's like these restaurants knew parents needed a space to unwind a bit with the kids in tow, and they deliver with patios that open up to enclosed playgrounds, sand pits (ok, this one is a catch-22 because, well, sand), and toys. For more ideas on where to eat around the city, visit our Houston Restaurant Guide for families.
Best Christmas Tree Farms Near Houston
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Visit one of these Christmas tree farms near Houston for a magical holiday adventure instead of heading to the store or dusting off fake pine needles from the attic. Not only will you be supporting local tree growers, but you'll also be making memories with your family to last a lifetime. Here are eight Christmas tree farms near Houston ready to provide you with the perfect Christmas tree, and many of them also have fun holiday activities and festivals, like Christmas at Old Time Christmas Tree Farm.
For more fun things to do this holiday season, check out our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events for Houston Families.
Breakfast with Santa in Houston and More Ways To Meet Santa Claus
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There are plenty of Santa breakfasts in Houston to choose from this holiday season. Check our list below for Santa breakfasts in Houston and other Santa activities.
Clear the big guy's schedule because Santa is the guest of honor at every breakfast and brunch event in Houston this holiday season. From Breakfast with Santa at Neiman Marcus in the Galleria, to Breakfast with Santa at the Lone Star Flight Museum and Breakfast with Santa at Moody Gardens, Santa is having pancakes and taking toy requests all around the Houston area.
There will also be more sightings of Santa at many events over the holidays, including hanging out with him at Santa’s Wonderland or even skating with Santa at Discovery Green.
For more holiday fun and ways to see Santa check out our list of Polar Express Trains and Christmas Trains near Houston and our other Top Holiday Activities and Christmas Events in Houston.
A-MAIZE-ing Corn Mazes Near Houston
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While drought conditions have lowered the number of corn mazes near Houston, there are still several corn mazes to enjoy at Houston farms, along with other fall favorites like pumpkin patches and fall festivals. So if you have kiddos dying to run through some corn fields, head to one of these larger-than-life Houston corn mazes on fall fun farms where you can also see animals, pick pumpkins, and more. And don't forget to check our Fall Fun Guide for Houston Families for more seasonal activities.
Fun Houston Storytimes Found Outside the Library
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Storytimes are a cornerstone of baby and toddler culture, and you can find them at most local libraries. But here in Houston, we have a variety of unique storytime sessions as well, bringing the traditional book reading sessions to parks and stores. From afternoon storytimes at Bellaire's Nature Discovery Center to storytime and crafts at the popular Levy Park, these reading sessions are as unique as their locations and are sure to foster a love of reading in kids of all ages.
Best Things To Do with Babies in Houston Before They Turn 1
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By the time the newborn stage is over, you're itching to get out of the house and start finding things to do in Houston with babies. The only problem is where do you even start? Rest easy, mama, because we're here to help! We've rounded up 14 of the best baby activities in Houston.
Check out our Baby and Pregnancy Guide for Houston Parents for more helpful baby tips.
Top Things to Do at Kemah Boardwalk with Kids
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Kemah and its boardwalk may be just 20 miles from downtown Houston, but it delivers a drastic change of scenery from city life. The Kemah waterfront is packed with kid-friendly attractions that will keep the whole family entertained for hours.
Kemah, Texas, is well known for its delicious and family-friendly restaurants, which make for the perfect lunch or dinner after a long day with kids. And the boardwalk has plenty to keep you entertained between meals, from amusement park-style rides to the fascinating Stingray and Reef exhibit.
For more family fun south of town, check out our ultimate guide of things to do with kids in Galveston.
You can also save with the top attractions in Houston with Go City - Houston card. By purchasing this ticket, you receive admission to several Houston attractions at half the regular price: Space Center Houston, Downtown Aquarium, Houston Museum of Natural Science, the Houston Zoo or the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, and the Kemah Boardwalk or the Children’s Museum Houston.
