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Free Things to Do in February With Houston Kids

Family Storytime & a Craft is free at Levy Park. Photo courtesy of Levy Park Houston
Family Storytime & a Craft is free at Levy Park. Photo courtesy of Levy Park Houston
2/3/23 - By Carrie Taylor

Looking for free things to do in February this month? Read on for some great options that won't break the bank. 

And here we are, February! As we move full-speed into 2023, staying on budget is important to every family. This month's free kid-friendly events across Houston include everything from Rodeo Parades and Mardi Gras celebrations to kid arts and crafts, festivals, and everything in between.

For more free things to do this February, check out our Free Things to Do with Kids in Houston Guide, and don't forget to check our event calendar for fun things to do with kids around Houston every day.

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Celebrate 2023 KAT LunarFest through February 5th. Photo from a previous event.
Celebrate 2023 KAT LunarFest through February 5th. Photo from a previous event.

Free Events in Houston this February

Family Storytime & a Craft at Levy Park

Every Tuesday - Upper Kirby
Brings the kids to an outdoor family storytime at Levy Park every Tuesday, then take part in a hands-on craft after the story.  READ MORE

Free Tuesdays at Houston Museum of Natural Science

Every Thursday - Museum District
Make your way through all of the permanent exhibits at Houston Museum for Natural Science for free on Thursdays. READ MORE

Trail Mix at M-K-T

Sat Feb 4, 2023 - Greater Heights
Have fun trailside as AndyRoo takes you on an adventure through the AndyRooniverse along with magician David Rangel.  READ MORE

Hands-On Houston: Beaded Bracelets Houston Center for Contemporary Craft

Sat Feb 4, 2023 - Museum District
Discover how to make a beaded bracelet with current resident artist Lakea Shepard. READ MORE

2023 KAT LunarFest

Sat Feb 4, 2023 - Sun Feb 5, 2023 - Katy
Join the 2023 KAT LunarFest at Katy Asian Town, celebrating the year of the Rabbit. READ MORE

Free Tuesdays at the Houston Zoo

Tue Feb 7, 2023 - Museum District
Come explore the Houston Zoo for free on the first Tuesday of each month. READ MORE

The Biggest Picnic in Texas: 100th Birthday Edition at Memorial Park

Sat Feb 11, 2023 - Memorial Park
Memorial Park's family-friendly birthday extravaganza will feature picnic festivities, live music and entertainment, an appearance by Houston Astros' mascot Orbit and the Shooting Stars, food and drinks, treats from H-E-B, and kids’ activities that include face painting, arts and crafts, and even a magic show. READ MORE

Family Art Workshops at Discovery Green: LED Bracelets

Sat Feb 11, 2023 - Downtown
Explore circuits and electrical energy while creating your own LED bracelet. READ MORE

Mardi Gras at Kemah Boardwalk

Sat Feb 11, 2023 - Kemah
Let the good times roll at Mardi Gras on the Boardwalk. Enjoy a full day of fun with beads, kids' crafts, live music, and the Yachty Gras Boat Parade. READ MORE

The Market at Sawyer Yards

Sat Feb 11, 2023 - Arts District
The Market at Sawyer Yards takes place on 2nd Saturdays, in conjunction with Sawyer Yards Open Studios. Enjoy a curated market, meet artists, and view their works in the open studios. READ MORE

Go Texan Parade in Downtown Conroe

Sat Feb 18, 2023 - Conroe
Kick off the start of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at the annual Go Texan Parade in Downtown Conroe. READ MORE

Party Gras at Sugar Land Town Square

Sat Feb 18, 2023 - Sugar Land
Looking for a family-friendly Mardi Gras celebration? Let the good times roll at Party Gras in Sugar Land Town Square. READ MORE

Monthly Volunteer Workday at Buffalo Bayou Park

Sat Feb 18, 2023 - Downtown
Houstonians ages nine and up are invited to join Buffalo Bayou Partnership for community-wide volunteer days at Buffalo Bayou Park happening the third Saturday of each month. READ MORE

Houston Arboretum Archeology Day

Sat Feb 18, 2023 - Memorial Park Area
Discover history’s secrets as we take a glimpse into the past. Join the Houston Arboretum and the Houston Archeology Society for Arboretum Archeology Day. READ MORE

Kingwood's Mardi Gras Festival & Parade

Sat Feb 18, 2023 - Kingwood
Celebrate Mardi Gras with live music, crafts vendors, lots of good food, a Mardi Gras parade, and plenty of family-friendly fun.  READ MORE

Houston Rodeo Parade

Sat Feb 25, 2023 - Downtown
Get in the rodeo spirit with the annual Downtown Houston Rodeo Parade. READ MORE

Prelude Family Concert at Levy Park

Sat Feb 25, 2023 - Upper Kirby
Bring out the family to make some music at Levy Park. This 45-minute music experience is geared toward babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and grownups. READ MORE

Touch A Truck at Rob Fleming Recreation Center

Sat Feb 25, 2023 - Spring
Get up close and personal with all kinds of big trucks, off-road mudders, various first responder vehicles, and more at the annual Touch-A-Truck. READ MORE

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