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Earth Day 2025: 12 Earth Day Activities in Houston for Kids

Earth Day at Children's Museum Houston. Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum Houston
Earth Day at Children's Museum Houston. Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum Houston
4/11/25 - By Elizabeth R

Earth Day is the perfect time to celebrate our planet and teach the next generation the importance of sustainability and conservation. In Houston, there are plenty of family-friendly Earth Day activities this year to help everyone connect with nature. Whether you're looking to enjoy outdoor adventures or participate in eco-themed crafts, there’s something for every family to enjoy. Here's our Earth Day activities roundup of celebrations in Houston for the whole family!

And to celebrate at home, try these fun recycled crafts for kids to mark Earth Day!

Earth Day activity in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Earth Day activity in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Earth Day Activities in Houston for Kids

Earth Day at Discovery Green

Discovery Green – FREE
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Visitors are invited to learn more about solar, wind, water and other forms of renewable energy with all the fun interactive art and activities Houston has come to expect from Discovery Green. READ MORE

Earth Day at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Memorial Park – FREE
Saturday, April 19, 2025
This Earth Day celebrate our amazing planet through art! Join a day of creativity to explore nature through poetry, drawing, photography, and more. Make your own nature journal, learn from our community partners, go on nature hikes, and enjoy all kinds of Earth-friendly crafts and activities. READ MORE

Green Up Your Act: Earth Day Bash! at Children's Museum Houston

Museum District
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Get ready to dive headfirst into Earth Day festivities, brimming with fun nature-inspired projects, inspiring demonstrations, and experiments. READ MORE

Earth Day Bash at Fort Bend Children's Discovery Center

Sugar Land
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Celebrate Mother Earth with an Earth Day Bash! Enjoy eco-friendly activities, special animal guests, take-home tree seedlings, and more!  READ MORE

Earth Day: Planet Party at Powder Keg

Spring Branch – FREE
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Celebrate Earth Day at this family and pet-friendly event that brings the community together for an exciting day filled with over 25+ vendors, live DJ, DIY Activities, and more! READ MORE

Earth Day Celebration 2025 at Sugar Land Town Square

Sugar Land – FREE
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Celebrate Earth Day at this family-friendly event featuring music, engaging activities, environmental education, recycling opportunities, and games for all attendees. READ MORE

Earth Day 2025 at HMNS

Museum District – FREE
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Join in celebrating Earth Day and discover ways to make a difference in our community with interactive exhibits and live animal encounters. READ MORE

Party for the Planet at Downtown Aquarium

Downtown
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Celebrate Earth's biodiversity and learn how to take action to make a difference! Families will voyage through the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit, Wild Encounters Stage, and Reel to Real Classroom.   READ MORE

Picnic In The Park: Evelyn's Park Earth Day 8th Year Anniversary Celebration

Bellaire – FREE
Saturday, Apr 26, 2025
Grab your picnic blanket and join the fun at this Earth Day event, featuring a day of picnicking across the great lawn and gathering spaces. READ MORE

Earth Day Family Day and Art Market at the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts

Spring – FREE
Saturday, Apr 26, 2025
Celebrate Earth Day at the Pearl Fincher Museum with a free family day and art market! Enjoy tons of Earth Day activities such as face painting, art activities, Houston Petting Zoo, Texas Bubblers, and more!   READ MORE

Astronaut Days at Space Center Houston

Southeast Houston
Saturday & Sunday, Apr 26 & 27, 2025
Dive into the extraordinary world of space exploration with Astronaut Days at Space Center Houston! Discover why the Johnson Space Center is the heart of astronaut training and experience unparalleled access to real-life astronauts.   READ MORE

Armand Bayou Nature Center's Annual Earth Day Celebration

Pasadena
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Join in celebrating Earth Day by meeting some of the animals that call ABNC home and learn why every day is Earth Day at ABNC. READ MORE

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