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Head downtown for the annual City of Houston Thanksgiving Parade this weekend. Photo courtesy of Jim McIngvale

Thanksgiving Day Weekend 2022 in Houston: Thanksgiving Parade, Cistern Illuminated, and Live Shows

Find the best things to do with Houston kids over Thanksgiving weekend.

Photo courtesy of The Polar Express Train Ride at the Texas State Railroad

Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains Near Houston

Take your little train lovers to see Santa on one of these Houston Christmas trains.

Books Between Kids takes volunteers ages 8 and up. Photo courtesy of Books Between Kids

Holiday Volunteering Opportunities for Kids and Families in Houston

Create a meaningful holiday tradition of giving back to our Houston community.

Visit Froberg's Farm for fall festival fun, a pumpkin patch, and more. Photo courtesy the fall

Fall Activities Guide for Houston Families

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

Tour Weiss Energy Hall on Free Thursdays at HMNS. Photo courtesy of the Museum

14 Top Free Things To Do in Houston With Kids in November

Find free things to do around Houston with your kids this month!

Ice at the Galleria provides year-round ice skating in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Galleria

Best Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in Houston for Kids and Families

Don your skates at one of these year-round or seasonal ice skating rinks.

Texas Renaissance Festival is a popular fall activity for Houstonians. Photo courtesy of the Texas Renaissance Festival

Best of November: 15 Top Things to Do in Houston with Kids

Check out all the fun activities for families in Houston this November 2022.

SingleCare offers major savings on more than 10,000 prescription drugs through its free app.

This App Offers Up to 80% Off the Whole Family’s Prescription Meds–Here’s My SingleCare Review

And prices are often lower than an insurance copay.

Montessori preschools focus on hands-on learning. Photo courtesy of The Woodlands Montessori School

13 Top-Notch Montessori Preschools in Houston

Montessori preschools focus on independence and play. Here are some of our favorites.

Froberg's Farm is home to locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, and good old-fashioned fun!

Favorite Things to Do at Froberg's Farm Fall Festival

Pumpkins, candy, a corn maze, and more at Froberg Farm's Fall Festival.

Photo courtesy of Gator Country Wildlife Adventure Park

Fall Day Trips From Houston for Families

Texas towns and parks are great family escapes for fall.

Photo courtesy of the Fort Bend County Fair

Fall Bucket List for Kids: 30 Awesome Things To Do in Houston This Fall

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

Levy Park in Houston. Photo courtesy of OJB Landscape Architecture

Houston Parks With Playgrounds That are Worth the Drive

These parks with playgrounds are all perfect for a day out.

Playgrounds Without Limits photo courtesy of Memorial Park, Facebook

Accessible Playgrounds in Houston: 14 Places Where All Kids Can Play

These playgrounds across the greater Houston area have play equipment for children of all abilities.

Take a look at one of these popular toddler dance classes in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Ballet preschool program.

Toddler Dance Classes in Houston for your Tiny Dancer

Check out one of these fun classes for your tiny dancer.

Baby music classes are a great way to bond and learn. Photo courtesy of Musik Garden

Baby and Toddler Music Classes in Houston

Music classes are a great first class for babies and toddlers.

Photo courtesy of Texas Health Resources

Pregnancy Classes and Parenting Classes in Houston

Get all the answers-for now-at one of these classes.

Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of Houston

Exploring The Children's Museum Houston

One trip won't be enough for your children to soak in all the museum has to offer.

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...

Birthday party places near Houston include arcades, escape rooms, climbing gyms, and more. Photo courtesy of The Main Event

Teen Birthday Party Ideas in Houston: 10 Cool Party Places for Teens and Tweens

Best Houston spots to host the perfect birthday party for your high-energy teens and tweens.

There are a variety of fishing lakes near Houston to fish with your kids. Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife

Fishing Lakes Near Houston and More Kid-Friendly Places To Go Fishing

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

Photo courtesy of Bellagreen

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!

SwimJim offers baby swim classes in Houston. Photo courtesy of SwimJim Baby Swim School, Facebook

Baby Swimming Classes in Houston: Swimming Lessons for Babies and Toddlers

Bond with baby while learning water safety.

San Antonio is full of amusement parks, good food, and lots of other things to do with kids. Photo courtesy of the San Antonio Riverwalk

San Antonio with Kids: 26 Best Things To Do in San Antonio, Texas

Don't miss these favorite family attractions when you visit Countdown City.

Try fishing for the first time in Lake Livingston. Photo courtesy of Lake Livingston State Park, Facebook

Fun Things to Do in Lake Livingston State Park with Kids

Lake Livingston makes for a great day trip from Houston.

Get building at Dig World TX near Houston.

Dig World TX is Construction-Themed Heaven for Little Builders

Here's a guide to the construction-themed fun at Dig World TX.

Kids eat Free at Dickey's on Sundays with each adult purchase of $10 or more. Photo courtesy of Dickey's

13 Kid-Friendly Barbecue Restaurants in Houston

Where to find delicious, family-friendly barbecue across Houston.

The St. Regis in Uptown is one of Houston's best family-friendly resorts.

Best Family-Friendly Spa Resorts And Hotels Near Houston

These kid-friendly hotels and resorts are perfect for the entire family to enjoy.

Photo courtesy of Lake Conroe KOA Campground, Facebook

Camping in Houston: Best Campgrounds in Texas for Families

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

Hiking at Garner State Park in the Texas Hill Country. Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife

Texas Hill Country with Kids: Where to Go, Eat, and Stay

Heading to the Hill Country with kids? Here's what to do, where to stay, and where to eat.

Fresh air is one of the best antidotes to a grumpy toddler or baby. Photo courtesy of Bigstock

Top 10 Stroller Hikes in Houston and the Suburbs

Fresh air is one of the best antidotes to a grumpy toddler or baby. Entertain them, distract them...

Come for the queso, stay for the ice cream at these Tex-Mex restaurants in Houston.

Best Tex-Mex Restaurants in Houston with FREE Ice Cream

These Tex-Mex restaurants are a slam dunk with kids...and then they also get ice cream!

Explore the 21 miles of trails around the park, of varying lengths and difficulty to suit your family’s needs.

20 Things to Do in Huntsville State Park with Kids

Drive an hour north of downtown Houston and enjoy this beautiful state park.

Outdoor Activities Guide for Houston Kids

Families can enjoy Houston's great outdoors all year round, with outdoor adventures and activities...

Kids can learn about Robotics at the Houston Space Center. Photo courtesy of Rebecca Ortiz.

Top Tourist Attractions in Houston: Best Things to See and Do with Kids

Visiting Houston with kids? Read this first for the best things to do.

Photo courtesy of Levy Park, Facebook

Birthday Venues Near Houston That Won't Break the Bank

We've rounded up the best places to host a birthday party in Houston that won't break the bank.

Samuel Sykes, owner of Trill Taco, photo courtesy of Samuel Sykes

10 Black-Owned Restaurants Near Houston to Try with Kids

Start your day at Glazed Doughnut Cafe, head to Trill Taco for lunch, Gatlin's for dinner, and...

Photo courtesy of Frogs, Snails and Fairy Tales

Top 10 Best Indoor Play Spaces in Houston

Houston's top indoor playgrounds give kids somewhere to play when the weather is rough.

Calling all space lovers! NASA’s Space Center Houston, photo by Rebecca Matheson Ortiz

17 Fun Things to Do with Kids in Clear Lake and Webster

Our favorite places to eat, play, and be outside in Clear Lake and Webster.

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!

Free activities like feeding the ducks at Mary Jo Peckham Park are simple and still great fun for kids. Photo by Rachael Cherry

Free Things to Do in Houston with Kids

Find the best free things to do with Houston kids!

Then and Now installation at the Art Car Museum, photo courtesy of the museum

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

Bookmark this list of Houston's free admission days!

Galveston's Schlitterbahn is an indoor waterpark near Houston. Photo courtesy of Schlitterbahn in Galveston Island

The Best Indoor Waterparks in Texas

Feel like going to a waterpark in the off season? Try one of these.

Reaching for Butterflies at the Cockrell Butterfly Center at the Houston Museum of Natural Science

Best Things to Do at the Houston Museum of Natural Science with Kids

When you take kids to the HMNS, focus on these exhibits for maximum fun.

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.

Horseback riding is a favorite kid activity in Conroe

20 Things To Do in Conroe with Kids

Conroe is just a quick day trip from Houston, but offers so many fun things to do with kids that...

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.

Photo courtesy of texasgatorfest.com

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...

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...

Photo courtesy Sweet Pecks Photography

13 Places to Host a First Birthday Party Near Houston

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

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.

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...

Photo courtesy of Schlitterbahn Waterparks

20 Top Things To Do in Galveston with Kids

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

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...

Then and Now installation at the Art Car Museum, photo courtesy of the museum

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

Bookmark this list of Houston's free admission days!

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.

There are a variety of fishing lakes near Houston to fish with your kids. Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife

Fishing Lakes Near Houston and More Kid-Friendly Places To Go Fishing

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

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Best Holiday Lights Drive-Thrus and Christmas Light Shows in Houston

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Best of Fall for Houston Families

Visit Froberg's Farm for fall festival fun, a pumpkin patch, and more. Photo courtesy the fall

Fall Activities Guide for Houston Families

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

Photo courtesy of Gator Country Wildlife Adventure Park

Fall Day Trips From Houston for Families

Texas towns and parks are great family escapes for fall.

Photo courtesy of the Fort Bend County Fair

Fall Bucket List for Kids: 30 Awesome Things To Do in Houston This Fall

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

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.

Photo courtesy of the Houston Slavic Heritage Festival

Best Fall Festivals near Houston for Families

Fall fairs and festivals for the whole family in Houston.

Texas Renaissance Festival is a popular fall activity for Houstonians. Photo courtesy of the Texas Renaissance Festival

Best of November: 15 Top Things to Do in Houston with Kids

Check out all the fun activities for families in Houston this November 2022.