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Celebrate Memorial Day this weekend at events around Houston. Photo courtesy of Memorial City

Memorial Day Weekend 2023 in Houston: Festivals, Concerts, and More Things To Do

Movies Under the Moon offers free outdoor movies in Houston this summer. Photo courtesy of Kings Harbor

Free Outdoor Movies in Houston this Summer for Kids

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Summer Fun Guide for Houston Kids

Round up the girls and head out for a kid-free night in Houston. Photo courtesy of Thirsty Bee Meadery

Mom's Night Out in Houston: 5 Fun Itineraries for a Kid-Free Evening

Arte en El Parque is a free event this weekend. Event photo courtesy of Discovery Green

Festivals, Summer Kickoff and More Things To Do in Houston this Weekend with Kids

Even little ones can enjoy the slides at Strawberry Water Park. Photo by Ashley Jones

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Houston Water Parks and Theme Parks Guide

The GardenBar at Tiny Boxwoods is perfect place for families to enjoy a delicious meal.

Best Outdoor Dining in Houston at Family-Friendly Restaurants

Kids love the carousel on Kemah's boardwalk.

Top Things to Do at Kemah Boardwalk with Kids

Memorial Day in The Woodlands, photo courtesy of the 2022 event.

Best Things to Do in Houston May 2023 with Kids

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Indoor Fun Guide for Houston Kids

Cool off this summer at one of these Houston water parks. Photo courtesy of Big Rivers Waterpark

Best Outdoor Water Parks in Houston for Family Fun

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

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Outdoor Activities Guide for Houston Kids

Spring festivals are a great way to spend time outdoors with your family. Photo courtesy of the Houston Japan Festival

Best Spring Festivals and Fairs in Houston for Families

San Antonio has a lot of budget-friendly things to do with kids. Photo courtesy of the San Antonio Botanical Garden

Fun Budget Weekend Getaways for Houston Families

Fishing in Lake Somerville. Photo courtesy of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

10 State Parks Near Houston With Lakes, Beaches, and Hiking

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Houston Summer Camp Guide

Mad Science is a science summer camp in Houston. Photo courtesy of Mad Science of Houston

Top Science Summer Camps for Houston Kids

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

Where To Find Bluebonnets in Houston this Spring 2023

Art summer camps in Houston offer creative fun this summer. Photo courtesy of the Mad Potter

Best Art Summer Camps for Houston's Creative Kids

These Houston summer camps are the perfect day camps for preschoolers. Photo courtesy of Kidventure

Best Houston Summer Camps for Preschoolers

Spend the summer at one of these fun summer camps near Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Gymnastics Academy

30 Best Summer Camps in Houston

Birdwatching at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, photo courtesy of Houston Audubon

Best Things to Do in Memorial, West Houston with Kids

Summer Camp photo courtesy of the Houston YMCA

Free and Affordable Summer Camps In Houston

Ninja Warrior Gyms, Obstacle Courses, and Parkour in Houston for Kids

Hero Headquarters is a birthday party entertainment company in Houston. Photo courtesy of Hero Headquarters

15 Fun Houston Birthday Party Entertainers Who Will Come to Your House

Check out one of these breakfasts in Houston for a casual meal when the kids get up early. Photo courtesy of Snooze

Best Breakfasts in Houston for Kids and Families

Free activities like feeding the ducks at Mary Jo Peckham Park are simple and still great fun for kids. Photo by Rachael Cherry

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Free Things to Do in Houston with Kids

Photo courtesy of Threadfare Children's Boutique

Best Baby Stores in Houston, From Clothes to Gear to Resale

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

3 Days in Houston with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom

Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Houston: Where Kids Can Play While Parents Eat

Montessori preschools focus on hands-on learning. Photo courtesy of The Woodlands Montessori School

13 Top-Notch Montessori Preschools in Houston

Levy Park in Houston. Photo courtesy of OJB Landscape Architecture

Houston Parks With Playgrounds That are Worth the Drive

Playgrounds Without Limits photo courtesy of Memorial Park, Facebook

Accessible Playgrounds in Houston: 14 Places Where All Kids Can Play

Take a look at one of these popular toddler dance classes in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Ballet preschool program.

Toddler Dance Classes in Houston for your Tiny Dancer

Baby music classes are a great way to bond and learn. Photo courtesy of Musik Garden

Baby and Toddler Music Classes in Houston

Photo courtesy of Texas Health Resources

Pregnancy Classes and Parenting Classes in Houston

Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of Houston

Exploring The Children's Museum Houston

Birthday party places near Houston include arcades, escape rooms, climbing gyms, and more. Photo courtesy of The Main Event

Teen Birthday Party Ideas in Houston: 10 Cool Party Places for Teens and Tweens

There are a variety of fishing lakes near Houston to fish with your kids. Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife

Fishing Lakes Near Houston and More Kid-Friendly Places To Go Fishing

SwimJim offers baby swim classes in Houston. Photo courtesy of SwimJim Baby Swim School, Facebook

Baby Swimming Classes in Houston: Swimming Lessons for Babies and Toddlers

San Antonio is full of amusement parks, good food, and lots of other things to do with kids. Photo courtesy of the San Antonio Riverwalk

San Antonio with Kids: 26 Best Things To Do in San Antonio, Texas

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

Get building at Dig World TX near Houston.

Dig World TX is Construction-Themed Heaven for Little Builders

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

The St. Regis in Uptown is one of Houston's best family-friendly resorts.

Best Family-Friendly Spa Resorts And Hotels Near Houston

Photo courtesy of Lake Conroe KOA Campground, Facebook

Camping in Houston: Best Campgrounds in Texas for Families

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

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

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

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

Kids can learn about Robotics at the Houston Space Center. Photo courtesy of Rebecca Ortiz.

Top Attractions in Houston for Kids and Families: Museums, Theme Parks, & More

Birthday Venues Near 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

Photo courtesy of Frogs, Snails and Fairy Tales

Top 10 Best Indoor Play Spaces in Houston

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

Toddlers can enjoy playing with the foam block structures at Exploration Park. Photo courtesy of Exploration Park

Best Houston Playgrounds and Parks for Toddlers

The Menil Collection is a free art museum in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Menil Collection

Free Museums and Free Museum Days for Kids in Houston

Galveston's Schlitterbahn is an indoor waterpark near Houston. Photo courtesy of Schlitterbahn in Galveston Island

The Best Indoor Waterparks in Texas

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

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

Horseback riding is a favorite kid activity in Conroe

20 Things To Do in Conroe with Kids

Up Close with Alligators Near Houston: Gator Experiences for Every Budget

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

Building sandcastles at Port Aransas Beach.

Top 15 Things to Do in Corpus Christi with Kids

13 Places to Host a First Birthday Party Near Houston

Kids learn and play at the Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden at the Dallas Arboretum. Photo courtesy the Dallas Arboretum

25 Best Things To Do in Dallas, Texas with Kids

Explore the amazing parks in Pearland. Photo courtesy of Pearland Parks and Recreation

Top 10 Things to Do in Pearland, TX with Kids

Make it an unforgettable family getaway from Houston by hiking Enchanted Rock. Photo courtesy Passport to Texas.

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Houston Day Trips and Family Getaways Guide

Photo courtesy of Schlitterbahn Waterparks

20 Top Things To Do in Galveston with Kids

100 Things To Do With Houston Kids Before They Grow Up

Photo courtesy of TGR Exotics Wildlife Park

Petting Zoos near Houston Where Kids Can See Farm Animals

50 Free Things to Do in Houston With Kids This Summer

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

6/3/22 - By Rachael Cherry

Summer days mean extra sunlight, lots of time with friends, and filling our days with as many engaging and entertaining activities as possible. But while planning full days of fun for the kids is a priority, opening your wallet and paying for full days of fun is not. Luckily, there are a lot of amazing, free summer activities in Houston. To help other families save a buck without sacrificing any fun, here's a bucket list of 50 FREE summer activities in Houston that we'll be checking out in 2022. Make sure you also check our event calendar every day for even more family-friendly fun around Houston.