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Enjoy summer block party fun at Levy Park. Photo courtesy the park

Summer Festivals Near Houston You Won't Want to Miss

These kid-friendly festivals bring the party all summer long.

Levy Park Bingo is free all summer. Photo courtesy of Levy Park

50 Free Things to Do in Houston With Kids This Summer

Kid-friendly, FREE activities in Houston this summer.

Houston Summer Camp Guide

Find a great summer camp in Houston for your child with our guide to nature camps, STEM camps...

Tomball's July 4th Celebration & Street Fest photo courtesy of the Texas Festival & Events Association

Where to See 4th of July Fireworks in Houston 2022

Check out the best fireworks and other 4th events around Houston!

Levy Park is a splash pad in Houston's inner loop. Photo courtesy of Levy Park, Facebook

Best Sprinkler Parks and Splash Pads in Houston

Play outside but stay cool with one of these Houston area splash pads.

Family Movie Night photo courtesy of the Levy Park Facebook page

Free Outdoor Movies in Houston this Summer with Kids

Summer nights are a great time to enjoy FREE kid-friendly, outdoor movie screenings.

Cool down with a water balloon fight!

Ultimate Summer Bucket List Ideas: 100 (Mostly) Free Outdoor Games and Activities for Kids

100 ways to pack more play into your summer day.

Spend a day on the sand at Stewart Beach. Photo courtesy of Stewart Beach Park/Facebook

Best Family-Friendly Beaches in Galveston

These Galveston-area beaches are perfect for a day trip.

Strawberry Water Park. Photo by Ashley Jones Mommy Poppins

35+ Things We Can't Wait To Do with Houston Kids this Summer

The best kid-friendly activities, events, and more happening this summer in 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...

South Llano River State Park tubing photo by Matthew Fuller, courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife

Coolest Rivers in Texas for Kid-Friendly Floating & Tubing

Beautiful scenery and kid-friendly currents make these Texas rivers top summer destinations!

Enjoying the lazy river at a hotel in Houston. Photo courtesy of The Woodlands Resort, Facebook

Hotel Pools Around Houston that Offer Day Passes for Families

You don’t have to spend the night to enjoy the pools at these Houston hotels and resorts.

Houston-Area Water Parks: Cool Off at These Hot Spots

Water parks are the essence of a Texas summer vacation. Also essential, or else we would all melt...

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Top Free Swimming Pools in Houston Open for Summer 2022

These are our favorite free swimming pools in Houston.

A cheap roll of tinfoil, an incline of some sort, and water is all you need for a tinfoil river. Photo by Ally Noel

27 Water Games for Kids To Play All Summer Long

Splish-splash! We've got loads of fun water games that keep kids cool.

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.

Houston Summer Camp Guide

Find a great summer camp in Houston for your child with our guide to nature camps, STEM camps...

Houston's Best Parks & Trails for Family Bike Rides

Turn off that TV and hit the trails at these area parks.

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.

Feeding the ducks at Mary Jo Peckham Park

20 Houston Parks with Lots of Shade on a Hot Summer Day

Beat the heat at these fun Houston parks with plenty of shade.

Take the party into the sunshine where kids can go wild and clean up is a snap. Photo courtesy of Kampus Productions, via Pexels

Outdoor Birthday Party Ideas for Kids' Birthday Parties in the Summer

Throw an amazing summer birthday party with these outdoor games and themes.

50 Free Things to Do in Houston With Kids This Summer

Don't break the bank this summer - here are fun and FREE activities fir the whole family.

Galveston is a quick day trip from Houston. Pleasure Pier Gulf Glider photo by Carrie Taylor

15 Best Summer Day Trips From Houston

Head to one of these nearby destinations for unforgettable summer fun - from wildlife preserves to...

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20 Top Things To Do in Galveston with Kids

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Feeding the ducks at Mary Jo Peckham Park

20 Houston Parks with Lots of Shade on a Hot Summer Day

Beat the heat at these fun Houston parks with plenty of shade. READ MORE

Houston-Area Water Parks: Cool Off at These Hot Spots

Water parks are the essence of a Texas summer vacation. Also essential, or else we would all melt... READ MORE

South Llano River State Park tubing photo by Matthew Fuller, courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife

Coolest Rivers in Texas for Kid-Friendly Floating & Tubing

Beautiful scenery and kid-friendly currents make these Texas rivers top summer destinations! READ MORE

Family Movie Night photo courtesy of the Levy Park Facebook page

Free Outdoor Movies in Houston this Summer with Kids

Summer nights are a great time to enjoy FREE kid-friendly, outdoor movie screenings. READ MORE

Photo courtesy of Wolfies Swim School

Swimming Lessons for Kids in Houston: The Best Swimming Classes in Town

We've rounded up 10 of the most popular swim schools in the Houston area. READ MORE

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High school girls interested in computer science are encouraged to apply. Photo courtesy Girls Who Code

Free STEM Summer Camp from Girls Who Code Opens Registration 2023

This FREE summer STEM program for teen girls is now accepting applications. READ MORE

South Llano River State Park tubing photo by Matthew Fuller, courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife

Coolest Rivers in Texas for Kid-Friendly Floating & Tubing

Beautiful scenery and kid-friendly currents make these Texas rivers top summer destinations! READ MORE

Photo courtesy of Wolfies Swim School

Swimming Lessons for Kids in Houston: The Best Swimming Classes in Town

We've rounded up 10 of the most popular swim schools in the Houston area. READ MORE

There are just a few Family Sundays with the Houston Astros before summer ends. Photo courtesy of mlb.com

End of Summer Bucket List: 14 Things to Do in Houston Before School Starts

Make the most of the end of summer with these fun things to do around Houston. READ MORE

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

Indoor and outdoor (but only those with lots of shade or water!) fun for kids and families that... READ MORE

Seashell crafts are a fun way preserve beach-day memories.

15 Seashell Crafts: Easy Summery Craft Ideas for Kids

Relive those summer beach days with these fun and creative seashell crafts. READ MORE

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