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McGee Beach photo courtesy of the Visit Corpus Christi Texas website

Best Beaches in Texas for Families

These Texas beach towns are perfect for the entire family to enjoy.

Take movies outside with a drive-in theater in Houston. Photo courtesy of the MoonStruck Drive-In

Drive-In Movie Theaters In and Around Houston for Outdoor Movie Nights with Kids

What was old is new again with these retro drive-in movie theaters in Houston.

The vintage carousel at Kiddie Park in San Antonio, photo courtesy of the park

13 Best Waterparks and Amusement Parks for Toddlers Near Houston

Check out these theme parks for your tiniest thrill seekers.

Check out the Strawberry Festival this May in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Pasadena Strawberry Festival, Facebook

Best of May: 13 Things To Do in Houston with Kids for Mother's Day, Memorial Day Weekend, and More

Check out these top events for Houston kids in May 2022.

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.

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.

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.

Canyon Lake in Texas has a great beach. Photo courtesy of beachcatchers.com

8 Texas Swimming Lakes To Visit for Unforgettable Family Getaways

Texas summers were made for days and weekends spent out on the lake. These spots are some of our...

There are lots of farms offering berry picking near Houston. Photo courtesy of P6 Farms, Facebook

Strawberry and Berry Picking near Houston: The Best Pick-Your-Own Farms

Pick your own fresh fruit at these Houston-area farms.

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.

A field of bluebonnets near Houston. Photo by Phineas Adams, courtesy of Unsplash

Where To Find Bluebonnets in Houston this Spring 2022

Spots to take perfect Bluebonnet pictures in and around Houston.

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.

Campers get outdoors and activity at Camp Quillian, a summer camp in Houston. Photo courtesy of Camp Quillian

Free and Cheap Summer Camps Near Houston

Find the perfect Houston summer camp for your kids that won't break the bank.

Try berry picking near Houston this spring. Photo courtesy of Blessington Farms

Spring Activities: 50 Things We Can't Wait To Do this Spring in Houston

All the best things to do with kids this spring in Houston.

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.

March is one of the nicest months for outdoor activities in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

20 Things To Do with Houston Kids Over Spring Break 2022

Wondering what to do with a week off school? We've got you covered.

Character Camp is an overnight camp near Houston. Photo courtesy of Character Camp

Best Summer Camps Near Houston for Teens and Tweens: Sports Camps and Academic Camps

Believe it or not, it's already time to start thinking about summer 2022. And for Houston teens and...

Camp La Junta offers an overnight summer camp in Texas. Photo courtesy of Camp La Junta for Boys

Best Overnight Summer Camps in Texas

It's not too early to start looking for a summer camp for 2022.

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 spacecenter.org

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!

For a unique free thing to do with kids, check out the inside the Buffalo Bayou Cistern. Photo courtesy Page Southerland Page

30 Free Things To Do Indoors in Houston with Kids

Houston indoor play spaces, museums, and more where kids can play and hangout for FREE.

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.

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!

Explore Seismique and wander through forty galaxies, enjoying the interactive and immersive art. Photo courtesy of the museum

Top 10 Kid-Friendly Things that Opened in Houston in 2021

Our favorite new kid-friendly destinations in the past year.

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...

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...

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 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.

Photo courtesy of Texas TreeVentures

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

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

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.

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!

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!

Photo courtesy of Jimmy Changas

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

Let's show these kids how we roll!

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Best Beaches in Texas for Families

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Paper Towel Art: A Fun & Easy Preschool/Toddler Science Experiment

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Best of Spring for Houston Families

A field of bluebonnets near Houston. Photo by Phineas Adams, courtesy of Unsplash

Where To Find Bluebonnets in Houston this Spring 2022

Spots to take perfect Bluebonnet pictures in and around Houston.

Try berry picking near Houston this spring. Photo courtesy of Blessington Farms

Spring Activities: 50 Things We Can't Wait To Do this Spring in Houston

All the best things to do with kids this spring in Houston.

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...

Outdoor Activities Guide for Houston Kids

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

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...

Spring Fun Guide for Houston Kids

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