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Visit 7-Acre Wood Pumpkin Patch near Houston, photo courtesy of Robin Hersey.

Top Pumpkin Patches Near Houston for Fall Fun

These pumpkin patches are loaded with kid activities for a full day of fun.

Pumpkin patches are one of the quintessential fun activities for Houston kids in fall

Fall Fun and Harvest Guide for Houston Families

Find fun things to do with kids in Houston this fall: From harvest fun to spooky Halloween thrills...

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Find the school calendar for your nearby Houston school here!

School Calendars 2021-2022: Start & End Dates for Houston Area Schools

Bookmark this for the academic calendars and school dates of every district around Houston.

Young Audiences of Houston performs outdoor concerts at Levy Park. Photo courtesy of yahouston.org

Fall Activities in Houston: 30 Things We Can't Wait to Do This Fall

You can enjoy these fun fall activities for kids and families in the Houston area all season long.

Drama Kid offers acting classes for kids in Houston.

Best Theater and Acting Classes for Kids in Houston

Our list of the best acting and theater classes for kids in Houston.

Stem + Art = Steam at IDEA Lab, offering art classes for kids in Houston. Photo courtesy of idealabkids.com

The Best Kids Art Classes in Houston

Got a budding artist? Check out our list of the best art classes for kids in Houston.

Up Close with Alligators Near Houston: Gator Experiences for Every Budget

We give tips for seeing alligators near Houston for every budget: at a state park, gator...

Explore our guide of classes for kids in Houston.

Guide to Classes for Houston Kids

Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in Houston, from fully virtual enrichment...

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Walking inside Hermann Park's Japanese Garden. Photo courtesy of Vicky Li Yip.

Hermann Park Beginner’s Guide: Exploring Houston’s Hermann Park with Kids

Houston's Hermann Park is more than just the Houston Zoo. Here's a guide to the top things to do in...

Building sandcastles at Port Aransas Beach.

Top 15 Things to Do in Corpus Christi with Kids

There are many fun things to do with kids in Corpus Christi. Check out our picks of the top 15...

13 Places to Host a First Birthday Party Near Houston

These party spots and indoor playgrounds have the perfect setups for first birthday parties.

Get ready for back to school with all the right supplies, classes, and tips.

Back-to-School Guide 2021-2022

Find cool backpacks, back-to-school supplies, and tips for a new year.

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Palace Social Unveils the Latest in Bowling, Arcade Games, and VR

Our review of Palace Social, a new bowling and arcade center.

Museums are fun and imaginative venues for indoor birthday parties. Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of Houston.

Best Venues to Host a Kid's Indoor Birthday Party Near Houston

Our favorite indoor gyms, playgrounds, museums & more for hosting kids' birthday parties.

School Calendars 2021-2022: Start & End Dates for Houston Area Schools

Bookmark this for the academic calendars and school dates of every district around Houston.

The popular Mackenize Pottery Barn backpack comes in four sizes.

The 12 Best Backpacks for School in 2021

Check out a dozen cool backpacks for kids of all ages.

Kids learn and play at the Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden at the Dallas Arboretum. Photo courtesy the Dallas Arboretum

20 Best Things To Do in Dallas, Texas with Kids

A city as big as Dallas is bound to have lots for kids to do; here are our top picks.

Explore the amazing parks in Pearland. Photo courtesy of Pearland Parks and Recreation

Top 10 Things to Do in Pearland, TX with Kids

Get the most out of spending the day in southeast Houston town, Pearland.

Make it an unforgettable family getaway from Houston by hiking Enchanted Rock. Photo courtesy Passport to Texas.

Houston Day Trips and Family Getaways Guide

Discover great destinations in Texas and beyond for a fun day trip or weekend getaway for Houston...

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The Best Indoor Play Spaces for Houston Kids

Houston's top indoor playgrounds are still giving little ones somewhere to play.

The PackIt lunch box can be thrown in the freezer the night before to keep lunch cold.

Great Lunch Boxes for Kids, Containers, and Bento Boxes for Back to School

Pick out a cool back-to-school lunch box before they sell out!

Ziplines, Aerial Adventures, and Treetop Adventure Parks for Houston Families

Shake things up with a heart-pumping adventure this weekend!

Kids walk a nature trail at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center. Photo courtesy of the Houston Arboretum

11 Amazing Kid-Friendly Hiking Trails in Houston

These easy hikes can make you forget you live in one of the country's biggest cities.

Pleasure Pier. Photo courtesy of Galveston CVB

14 Top Things To Do in Galveston with Kids

There's more than beach bumming to do at Galveston Island.

The Children’s Museum of Houston Is Reopened, Revamped, and Better Than Ever!

We are so excited to get back into the Children's Museum!

100 Things To Do With Houston Kids Before They Grow Up

The ultimate bucket list for every Houston family, including the best destinations, events, and...

Photo courtesy of Houston Museum of African American Culture

Free Admission Times and Days at Houston's Best Museums, Zoos, and Gardens

Bookmark this list of Houston's free admission days!

Howler monkey. Photo courtesy of Houston Zoo

A Journey through Houston Zoo’s New South America’s Pantanal with Kids

Visit Brazil’s tropical wetlands and its inhabitants right in our backyard!

Climbing the spiderweb. Photo by Vicki Li Yip

The Nature Playscape: Houston Arboretum's New Playground Was Worth the Wait

There's a brand new reason to visit Houston's wonderful Arboretum!

Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Houston, Where Kids Can Play While Parents Eat

These awesome Houston restaurants with play spaces for kids are all open again!

Photo courtesy of TGR Exotics Wildlife Park

Petting Zoos near Houston Where Kids Can See Farm Animals

Some days there is nothing better than hugging a goat. Or a wallaby.

Best Campgrounds near Houston: RV and Tent Camping for Texas Families

Get back to nature at these campgrounds close to the city the whole family will enjoy.

Fishing at Eldridge Park Pond. Photo courtesy of Eldridge Park District

Best Fishing Spots around Houston for Kids and Families

These free Houston fishing spots are some of the city's best kept secrets.

Science experiments and STEM activities for kids entrance children with their "magic."

Guide to Science Experiments for Kids and Fun STEM Activities

Easy at-home experiments and STEM activities to have fun and learn something new.

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Toddlers can enjoy playing with the foam block structures at Exploration Park. Photo courtesy of Exploration Park

Best Houston Playgrounds and Parks for Toddlers

Check out our favorite Houston playgrounds with the best tot spots!

Roasting hot dogs for dinner at Nature Discovery Center's Campfire Night. Photo by author

Camping in the City? Campfire Nights at Houston's Nature Discovery Center

The Nature Discovery Center's Campfire Nights offer glamping without leaving the city.

Best Roller Skating Rinks in Houston: Where To Skate with Kids

Let's show these kids how we roll!

Coding Programs for Kids: Free and Cheap Websites That Teach Kids Programming

These programs teach kids how to code, build websites, apps, and more.

Enter the worm hole. Photo by Christopher Brielmaier courtesy of Seismique

Seismique Interactive Art Museum: Houston's Out-of-this-World Experience for Families

Seismique describes itself as a museum but is more like a playground for the senses.

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Apple Fest in Lincoln Square, photo courtesy of Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce.

Best Fall Festivals in Chicago for Kids and Families

Harvest festivals, Oktoberfests, and more family-friendly fairs and festivals in Chicago this fall.

Fall Activities in Houston: 30 Things We Can't Wait to Do This Fall

You can enjoy these fun fall activities for kids and families in the Houston area all season long.

Pumpkin patches are a Halloween highlight for many kids

Halloween Fun Guide for Houston Families

Find all the best things to do with kids this Halloween season.

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Guide to Classes for Houston Kids

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