Strawberry Festival in Pasadena. Photo by Cortney Martin via Flickr 2.0
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Pick your own flowers at one of these Houston farms. Photo courtesy Summer Skye Gardens
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Screen on the Green photo courtesy of Discovery Green
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Frida Festival at Discovery Green. Photo courtesy of the event.
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Levy Park in Houston has one of our favorite playgrounds. Photo courtesy of OJB Landscape Architecture
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Discovery Green hosts free events like Arte en el Parque, where kids learn Spanish while making art. Photo courtesy of Discovery Green
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Alligator sighting in Brazos Bend State Park. Photo by Shiva Shenoy via Flickr 2.0
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Strawberry picking at Froberg's Farm. Photo by Jessica Stautberg
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Houston has several fun baseball summer camps. Photo courtesy of the Space Cowboys Baseball Camp
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NASA's Space Center is one of Houston's best science museums for kids. Photo by Pierce Ingram, courtesy of Travel Texas
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Two girls enjoying a fun gymnastics summer camp in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Gymnastics Academy
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Camp La Junta offers an overnight summer camp in Texas. Photo courtesy of Camp La Junta for Boys
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Firetruck Park in West University. Photo by Jessica Stautberg
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See animals up close at some of these farms near Houston. Photo courtesy of Dewberry Farm
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Little Beakers has three locations near Houston. Photo courtesy of Little Beakers
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Children's Museum Houston is free every Thursday evening. Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum Houston
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Photo courtesy of Levy Park, Facebook
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Pleasure Pier in Galveston is a top attraction near Houston. Photo courtesy of Visit Galveston
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John P. McGovern's state-of-the art playground is perfect for both younger and older children. Photo courtesy of Discovery Green.
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City Park Skate Park near Houston. Photo courtesy of the Sugarland Texas Govt.
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Stop at Cadillac Ranch near Amarillo for some cool photos on your roadtrip to the Texas Panhandle.
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Baywatch Dolphin Tours are a fun, kid-friendly tour near Houston. Photo courtesy of Visit Galveston
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Make dining out with kids more fun at one of Houston's themed restaurants. Photo courtesy of Rock N Roll Sushi
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Houston's Walking Stick Brewing Company has plenty of outdoor space. Photo courtesy of the Walking Stick Brewing Company
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Urban Air has quite a few trampoline parks near Houston. Photo courtesy of Urban Air Adventure Park
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Batting cage photo courtesy of the Bellaire Bats
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Photo courtesy of Big Air in North Houston
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Plan a magical quinceañera with these dress shops and venues. Photo courtesy of Canva
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Houston has many kid-friendly museums, and not all are children's museums. Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of Houston
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In winter, visit Luminations at the Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center. Photo by Ann Alva Weiding Photography, at bigredmuse.com.
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New to fishing? Try a Galveston fishing boat tour.
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The outdoor pool at the Moody Gardens Hotel, photo courtesy of Visit Galveston.
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One of our favorite petting zoos near Houston. Photo courtesy of Dewberry Farm
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Make it an unforgettable family getaway from Houston by hiking Enchanted Rock. Photo courtesy Passport to Texas.
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Photo by author Rebecca Matheson Ortiz for Mommy Poppins.
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MKT has great family-friendly restaurants! Photo courtesy of @mendocinofarms and MKT
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Fishing in Lake Somerville. Photo courtesy of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
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There's no shortage of fun baby activities in Houston.
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Your little learner will love the variety of toddler classes in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
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Treat your kid to one of these Houston spas with services for children. Photo courtesy of Float Baby
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Climb with your kids at one of these indoor rock climbing gyms in Houston. Photo courtesy of Texas Rock Gym
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Bowling is a fun indoor activity to add to your list this summer. Photo courtesy of Palace Social
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Fishing at Sea Center in Freeport, TX. Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife
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Photo courtesy of Osprey Cruises
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Round up the girls and head out for a kid-free night in Houston. Photo courtesy of Thirsty Bee Meadery
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Kids love the carousel on Kemah's boardwalk.
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San Antonio has a lot of budget-friendly things to do with kids. Photo courtesy of the San Antonio Botanical Garden
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Birdwatching at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, photo courtesy of Houston Audubon
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Photo courtesy of Cypress Academy
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Montessori preschools focus on hands-on learning. Photo courtesy of The Woodlands Montessori School
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Hero Headquarters is a birthday party entertainment company in Houston. Photo courtesy of Hero Headquarters
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Check out one of these breakfasts in Houston for a casual meal when the kids get up early. Photo courtesy of Snooze
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Free activities like feeding the ducks at Mary Jo Peckham Park are simple and still great fun for kids. Photo courtesy of Canva
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For the best baby clothes, try these Houston baby boutiques. Photo courtesy of Threadfare Children's Boutique
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The Houston Zoo is a great stop for kids, and near other things to do in Houston, too. Photo by Jessica A., courtesy of the zoo
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Families enjoying a night out. Photo courtesy of Paradigm Brewing in Tomball
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Try fishing for the first time in Lake Livingston. Photo courtesy of Lake Livingston State Park, Facebook
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Playgrounds Without Limits photo courtesy of Memorial Park, Facebook
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Take a look at one of these popular toddler dance classes in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Ballet preschool program.
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Baby music classes are a great way to bond and learn. Photo courtesy of Musik Garden
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The St. Regis in Uptown is one of Houston's best family-friendly resorts.
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A beach side festival is perfect for Summer. World Ocean Day Festival photo by R. Velasquez for Visit Galveston.
A beach side festival is perfect for Summer. World Ocean Day Festival photo by R. Velasquez for Visit Galveston.
5/16/25 - By Rachael Cherry

Summer festivals near Houston help you plan exciting family adventures on those summer days not spent at one of the Best Splash Pads in Houston or a camp from our Houston Summer Camp Guide. We've rounded up some fantastic fairs and kid-friendly festivals near Houston, including Memorial Day events, Juneteenth celebrations, 4th of July festivities, and festivals celebrating art and culture. The best part? A lot of them are FREE to attend. You'll want to add a few of these to the summer bucket list for the kids.

 

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Juneteenth Festival in Galveston. Photo by R. Velasquez for Visit Galveston
Juneteenth Festival in Galveston. Photo by R. Velasquez for Visit Galveston

May and June Festivals Near Houston

Memorial Day in The Woodlands

The Woodlands – FREE
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Celebrate the official start of summer in The Woodlands. This Sunday event pays tribute to all military servicemen and women who lost their lives while serving in the United States military while featuring live music, children’s activities, and a dazzling fireworks display.   READ MORE

Summer Opening Family Day at The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts

Spring – FREE
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Come celebrate the opening of the summer exhibit “Art Unleashed: Creativity You Can Feel!” with activities for the whole family. READ MORE

World Ocean Day Festival in Galveston

Galveston – FREE
Saturday, June 7, 2025
This free, family-friendly event transforms the shoreline into a hub of ocean love and learning. Get hands-on with eco-art workshops, explore coastal ecosystems, and discover how art and science can help protect our blue planet. READ MORE

Juneteenth Culture Fest

Museum District – FREE
Friday, June 13, 2025
Juneteenth Culture Fest is a soul-stirring celebration of freedom, culture, and music that moves you. Feel the power of live performances that blend the deep roots of gospel, blues, and R&B with the smooth grooves of neo-soul and funk.   READ MORE

Galveston Island Juneteenth Festival & Celebration

Galveston – FREE
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Join the celebration and experience the rich culture, history, and spirit of Juneteenth in Galveston with a free, family-friendly event that features live entertainment, music, food vendors, and a diverse showcase of local entrepreneurs.   READ MORE

Toyko X at NRG Center

Southwest Houston
Saturday & Sunday, June 14 & 15, 2025
Celebration of Japanese culture held indoors at NRG Center that brings together over 400 vendors from nationwide to showcase Japanese Culture. Enjoy the scene from car shows, concerts, programs, arcades, martial arts, samurais, voice actors, and more. READ MORE

Juneteenth Jubilee at Sienna

Missouri City – FREE
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Come out for music, food, children’s activities, and more at the Sienna Juneteenth Jubilee.  READ MORE

Comicpalooza at the George R. Brown Convention Center

Downtown
Friday, June 20 through Sunday June 22, 2025
Artistic creators, insightful panelists, cosplayers, stars, and enthusiastic spectators will come together for a magical weekend celebrating anime, comics, gaming, literature, cosplay, and much more. READ MORE

Rainbow on the Green at Discovery Green

Downtown – FREE
Friday, June 27, 2025
This free, family-friendly Pride event will feature an evening of all-star performances and entertainment. READ MORE
Red, Hot & Blue Festival and Fireworks Extravaganza. Photo courtesy of the event.
Red, Hot & Blue Festival and Fireworks Extravaganza. Photo courtesy of the event.

July Festivals Near Houston

Freedom over Texas

Downtown – FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Houston’s signature Fourth of July celebration takes place along Buffalo Bayou, spanning Eleanor Tinsley and Sam Houston Parks.   READ MORE

28th Annual Red, Hot & Blue Festival and Fireworks Extravaganza 2025

The Woodlands – FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Celebrate freedom in The Woodlands with great food, live entertainment, children's activities and family fun at multiple locations around The Woodlands! The event culminates with one of the largest fireworks displays in the Greater Houston area. READ MORE

Bellaire 4th of July Parade & Festival

Bellaire – FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
The City of Bellaire invites all to a Celebration of Independence Parade and Festival with food, music from a live band, and more!  READ MORE

Kingwood's July 4th Family Games Festival

Kingwood – FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Join the fun at the annual 4th of July festival full of live music and various family-focused games and entertainment.  READ MORE

Rosenberg's Family 4th Celebration

Rosenberg – FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
It's all about patriotism, family, and fun when Rosenberg hosts it's annual Family 4th Celebration at Seabourne Creek Nature Park.    READ MORE

Celebration of Freedom in Pearland

Pearland – FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Join the Celebration of Freedom featuring live music, kids' activities, and a spectacular 18-minute fireworks display.  READ MORE

Red, White & Boom at Crown Festival Park

Sugar Land – FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
The biggest and most patriotic event of the year offers plenty of fun and activities for all ages, including live music, food, beverages, photo stations, carnival games, inflatables, and a dazzling fireworks show! READ MORE

Friendswood's Annual July 4th Celebration

Friendswood – FREE
Friday, July 4, 2025
Celebrate the 4th of July with a slew of family-friendly activities.  READ MORE

The Great Texas Mosquito Festival

Clute
Thursday, July 24 through Saturday, July 26, 2025
It's a weekend of family-friendly fun in Clute at the Great Texas Mosquito Festival. There are cornhole tournaments, a BBQ and fajita cook-off, live music, a carnival, a 5k fun run, haystack diving, and more.  READ MORE

Summer Community Celebration at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston

Museum District – FREE
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Spend a summer afternoon indoors and explore CAMH’s current exhibitions, Tomashi Jackson: Across the Universe and the Teen Council 14th biennial exhibition, OUT OF STOCK, featuring work from Houston-area teen artists, through a variety of hands-on activities at the Museum! READ MORE
Mariachi Festival is in August in downtown Houston. Photo courtesy of the Mariachi Festival.
Mariachi Festival is in August in downtown Houston. Photo courtesy of the Mariachi Festival.

August Festivals Near Houston

Houston Shakespeare Festival at Miller Outdoor Theatre

Museum District – FREE
Thursday, July 31 through Saturday, August 9, 2025
The University of Houston presents two of Shakespeare's famous works, Henry V and As You Like It on the Miller Outdoor Theater stage for the annual Houston Shakespeare Festival.  READ MORE

6th Annual Mariachi Festival

Downtown
Friday, August 22 through Sunday, August 24, 2025
A celebration featuring some of the best mariachi musicians and ballet folklórico dancers from across Texas. READ MORE

2025 National Battle of the Bands at NRG Stadium

Southwest Houston
Friday, August 22 through Sunday, August 24, 2025
Enjoy watching performances by the top HBCU marching bands in the country and experience an unforgettable weekend of culture, music, and unity.   READ MORE

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