March GoList: Best Things To Do With Houston Kids This Month

2/28/20 - By Carrie Taylor

Now that "winter" is over, we can jump into one of our favorite times of year - spring! It's hard to pick just one favorite thing to do in March, so here are a few - the 2020 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo kicks off with another great musical lineup and tons to do for the whole family, The Rink at Discovery Green opens as Houston's coolest spot to roller skate, and of course, this month we have much-needed spring break

This month enjoy a free flick at the park in The Woodlands, the 10th Annual Houston Palestinian Festival with cultural food, music, and fun, and a chance to see your favorite animated pups at Paw Patrol Live! And before you know it, summer will be here, so get ahead of the game by browsing the best summer camps Houston has to offer, from science to outdoor fun.

Read on for more fun things to do this month with the kids.

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Texas Independence Day Celebration- Washington
Feb. 29-March 1, 2020
The drive out to Washington (northwest of Houston) may be a bit of a hike, but you'll get your annual bluebonnet fix along the way and a chance to immerse your kids in Texas history. The Brazos State Historic Site is a massive 293 acres, and the two-day festival has interactive exhibits, reenactments, and more.

Main Street Theater Presents: "The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley" - Midtown
March 1-April 4, 2020
Based on the book Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown, this musical adventure follows Stanley - a normal boy by all counts until his bulletin board falls on top of him and flattens him out! Stanley's adventures as "Flat Stanley" show him that heroes come in all shapes and sizes, and is a heartwarming tale the whole family will enjoy.Recommended for children in kindergarten and older.


At the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, kids can get a glimpse of life on the farm. 

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo - Inner Loop
March 3-22, 2020
Grab your boots and hat, it's time for Houston's Livestock Show and Rodeo! This year you can expect even more fun for the kids with new attractions along with your favorite deep fried treats to eat along the way, an amazing musical line-up, and more.

The Rink: Rolling at Discovery Green - Downtown
March 6-April 12, 2020
Every day in march boogie under Houston's skyline on the city's first outdoor roller rink in Discovery Green. Hours vary each day, and kids ages 3 and up are allowed to show their moves on the floor.

10th Annual Houston Palestinian Festival - Buffalo Bayou
March 21-22, 2020
Head to Buffalo Bayou Park to celebrate Palestinian culture. Enjoy cuisine from local vendors, cultural music and performances, a pop-up cultural museum, children's entertainment section, and a huge bazaar with unique finds.

48th Annual Buffalo Bayou Regatta - Downtown
March 7, 2020
Whether you want to participate in the state's largest canoe and kayak race or you'd rather relax on the banks of Buffalo Bayou, everyone is invited to the finish line festivities at Sesquicentennial Park in the 500 block of Preston. This event takes place rain or shine.


See Ryder and your favorite rescue pups at the Hobby Center!

Paw Patrol Live! at the Hobby Center - Downtown
March 13-15, 2020
Ahoy matey! Ryder and his pups arrive at the Hobby Center in "The Great Pirate Adventure."

Family Move Night on the Square - Memorial City
March 13, 2020
Relax on the lawn at Memorial City with your lawn chair and popcorn and enjoy the star-studded "Avengers: Endgame."

13th Annual Creekwood Fishing Derby - The Woodlands
March 14, 2020
Grab your poles, cast your lines, and try to reel in a big one! The 13th annual Creekwood Fishing Derby is back. Prizes are awarded for the longest, heaviest, and smallest catch of the day.

61st Annual Houston St. Patrick's Parade - Theater District
March 14, 2020
Every year more than 100 parties show up to participate in this massive parade celebrating St. Patrick's Day - it's truly a sight to behold. Then party and celebrate all things Irish in Market Square following the parade.


Levy Park has one of our favorite playgrounds around Houston.

St. Patrick's Day Festival at Levy Park - Upper Kirby
March 15, 2020
We can't think of a better place to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than one of our favorite Houston parks! This FREE event has lots to do for families, like a leprechaun scavenger hunt, yard games, live music, and food trucks serving up delicious fare. 

Destination Spring Break - Museum District
March 7-22, 2020
Staying in town for spring break and worried about cabin fever? The Children's Museum of Houston has an action-packed week of activities, programs, and games planned for kids.

Blessington Farms Spring Break Spectacular - Simonton
March 7-22, 2020
March into spring at Blessington Farms with U-pick strawberries and ALL things FUN on the Farm, including hay rides, pedal cars, barrel trains, animal encounters, giant slides, Sand Mountain, "Rat Race" tube racing experience, and many NEW activities.

The Woodlands Family Fun Fest - The Woodlands
March 21, 2020
Enjoy a day at The Woodlands' scenic Town Green Park with rides, games, live entertainment, food vendors, shopping opportunities, and lots of fun for kids of all ages.

Bayou City Art Festival - Memorial
March 27-29, 2020
This massive art festival in Houston's Memorial Park has it all, from food and entertainment to stunning art from local and national artists.

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