Parent's Night Out Childcare Options in Houston

1/19/17 - By Rachael Cherry

As parents, we all need a break from being "on" from time to time even if it's just for a few hours. Whether it's dinner with your spouse, a night out with friends, or a few hours where you just shed the role of "parent" and enjoy some alone time, we need those nights off duty. But what happens when you can't find a sitter? You take the kids to a local Parent's Night Out! Many churches, gyms, and other businesses have dedicated evenings - usually on Friday or Saturday - for parents to come drop their kids off for a few hours in a safe, supervised setting.

The kids get to play games and do crafts with other kids, and you get a few hours off; it's a win-win situation for everyone. To make scheduling your next "adults only" night easy, we've rounded up Parent's Night Out offerings across the Houston area - and even a Parent's Day Out so you can enjoy the random day date, too. 

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Inner Loop

Heights Preschool: Parent's Night Out
2064 Oxford St., Houston
When: Second and fourth Saturday of the month from 6-10 p.m.
Good info to know: Parent's Night Out is for children ages 12 months & walking through 10 years. Pizza is provided. Online registration is required.  

Faith Lutheran Church: Parent's Night Out
4600 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire
When: First Friday of the month from 6-10 p.m.
Good info to know: Families can RSVP by email to PNO@faithbellaire.org. Prior registration is available, however, drop-ins are welcome as well. Credit and debit card payments are taken online prior to the event. It is cash only at the door. 

St. Marks Episcopal Church: Parent's Day Out
3816 Bellaire Blvd., Houston
When: March 25 and May 6 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Good info to know: Parent's Day Out is for children 2-12 years of age and is a quarterly event. The days are themed and include games, a lesson, and crafts. Children need to bring a lunch to the event. Registration is available online prior to the event or you can contact Lynette Huron at lynette.huron@stmarks-houston.org.

North & East Houston

Spring Baptist Church: Parent's Night Out
633 East Louetta Road, Spring
When: First Friday of the month from 6-10 p.m.
Good info to know: Parent's Night Out is for kids from birth through 6th grade. Pizza and drinks are provided for children attending. Advance online registration is required.

Stonebridge Church: Date Night
One Stonebridge Church Drive, The Woodlands
When: First Friday of the month from 6-10 p.m.
Good info to know: Date Night is for nursery age children through 4th grade. Children in 1st through 4th grade need to bring a snack to share with friends. Advance registration is required and must be done by the Wednesday before the event. 

West Conroe Baptist Church: Parent's Night Out
1855 Longmire Road, Conroe
When: Once per month from 6-10 p.m. (be sure to check the calendar for exact dates)
Good info to know: Parent's Night Out is for children from birth through 6th grade. Dinner is included, however. you can also bring a sack lunch for your child. Advance online registration is required and must be done by the Wednesday prior to the event. Parents will need to fill out and submit a medical release form once per year.

Northwest Houston

Tomball United Methodist Church: Friday Nite Live!
1603 Baker Drive, Tomball
When: Fridays from 7-11 p.m.
Good info to know: Friday Nite Live is for kids in grades 1st through 6th and follows the Tomball ISD school calendar. Concessions are available for the kids. There is a police officer on duty and kids are not allowed to leave until a parent checks them out. 

The Met Kids: Kids Night In/Parent's Night Out
13000 Jones Road, Houston
When: First Friday of the month from 6-10 p.m.
Good info to know: Kids Night In/Parent's Night Out is for children from birth to 5th grade. Dinner is provided for those attending. Space is limited and parents must attend The MET Church or Lamb School. 

Kid Fit Live Parent's Night Out
14744 Pebble Bend Dr., Houston
When: Fridays from 6:30 p.m.-midnight
Good info to know: Parent's Night Out is for kids ages 5 & up. Pizza and drinks are provided, and dinner is served from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Concessions are available for an extra fee. Parents need to sign a waiver before dropping kids off for the evening. 


Crafts at St. Marks Episcopal Church Parent's Day Out. Photo courtesy of Andrew Blake

Southeast Houston

Jump N Jungle: Parent's Night Out
20810 Gulf Fwy, Suite J, Webster
When: 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month from 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Good info to know: Pre-register by Thursday at 8 p.m. to reserve a spot. Pizza is provided for kids. For walk-ins, arrive by 6:45 p.m. to be included in the pizza order.

Gulf Coast Gymnastics: Parent's Night Out
1306 W. Sealy, Alvin
When: Once per month from 7-11 p.m. (dates vary, so check the Facebook events tab or call ahead of time to verify)
Good info to know: The first half of the night is supervised open workout for the kids and the last half is pizza and games. 

Reflex Gymnastics: Parent's Night Out
2530 Garden Rd., #I, Pearland
When: Saturdays from 6-10 p.m.
Good info to know: Parent's Night Out is for children ages 3-12. All children attending must be fully potty-trained. Pizza is provided. Pre-registration is required. 

Southwest Houston

Houston Gymnastics Academy: Parent's Night Out
5804 South Rice Ave., Houston
When: Every Saturday from 6-11 p.m. (except the Saturdays of Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years)
Good info to know: Parents Night Out is for children ages 3-12. Parents must sign a waiver beforehand. Registration can be done ahead of time or at the door. Pizza and drinks are provided for those kids attending. Children must be fully potty-trained. 

Iron Cross Gymnastics: Parent's Night Out
225 Gonyo Lane, #202, Richmond
When: Various Fridays and Saturdays throughout the month from 7-11:30 p.m. (be sure to check the calendar for specific dates!)
Good info to know: Parent's Night Out is for children ages 5-14. 

Christ Church Sugar Land: Parent's Night Out
3300 Austin Parkway, Sugar Land
When: First Friday of each month from 6-10 p.m.
Good info to know: A meal is provided for children attending Parent's Night Out.

West Houston

Mad Science of Houston: Kid's Night Out!!
6300 Westpark Drive, Suite 500, Houston
When: Monthly from 6-7:30 p.m. (dates vary, so be sure to check the calendar ahead of time!)
Good info to know: Pizza is provided for the kids and served promptly at 6 p.m. Parents can register online in advance.

Memorial Drive Presbytarioan Church: Parent's Night Out
11612 Memorial Drive, Houston
When: Monthly from 4-8 p.m. (dates vary, so be sure to check the calendar ahead of time!)
Good info to know: Parent's Night Out is for children ages 12 weeks to 10 years. Online registration is required prior to the event. 

Ascenscion Episcopal Church: Parent's Night Out
2525 Seagler Road, Houston
When: Second Saturday of the month from 5-9 p.m.
Good info to know: Parent's Night Out is for children ages 6 months through 5th grade. Children attending should bring a sack dinner and a snack. Pre-registration, payment and a signed authorization form are required prior to the event.


Photo courtesy of the YMCA of Greater Houston

Around Houston

The Little Gym: Parent's Survival Night
Various locations around Houston. Find one closest to you here.
When: Select Friday & Saturday nights of the month. Dates and times vary by location.
Good info to know: Parents Survival Night is for kids ages 3-12. Spots fill up quickly, so check the calendar for your Little Gym ahead of time to secure your desired date. There is a discount for members.

YMCA: Parent's Night Out
Various locations around Houston. Find one closest to you here.
When: Select Friday & Saturday nights of the month. Dates and times vary by location.
Good info to know: Registration is required. Age requirements are determined by location.

Adventure Kids Playcare: Parent's Night Out
Various locations around Houston. Find one closest to you here.
When: Fridays & Saturdays until midnight.
Good info to know: Parent's Night Out is for children ages 6 weeks through 12 years of age. Pizza is provided for an additional $4 on Fridays & Saturdays, however, you are able to bring your own dinner in as well as long as it's peanut-free. There is also a build-your-own ice cream sundae bar served at 8 p.m. There is a $1 price increase in fees for infants. 

Pump It Up: Parent's Night Out
Various locations around Houston. Find one closest to you here.
When: Monthly from 6-10 p.m. Dates vary by location.
Good info to know: Pizza is provided for the kids. Registration is required.

Photo courtesy of the YMCA of Greater Houston

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