Berry Merry Christmas begins this Thanksgiving weekend in Houston. Photo courtesy of Dewberry Farm
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Let someone else cook Thanksgiving dinner this year. Photo courtesy of Bigstock
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Go Rio Riverboat at Hilton Palacio del Rio San Antonio during Christmas. Photo by Nan Palermo via Flickr 2.0
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It's time to get your annual picture with Santa, and we know just where to go. Photo courtesy of the Houston Galleria
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Holidays at Moody Gardens. Photo courtesy of Visit Galveston
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Beautiful neighborhood Christmas lights are all around Houston. Photo courtesy of the Franck's Christmas Light Show
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Annual City of Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade! 2023 photo © Richard Carson
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Christmas trains near Houston 2024. Photo courtesy of The Polar Express Train Ride at the Texas State Railroad
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From pumpkins to corn mazes, there's loads of seasonal fun at local farms. Photo courtesy of P6 Farms
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Galveston Oktoberfest is one of many kid-friendly festivals near Houston. Kid zone photo courtesy of Galveston Oktoberfest
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See animals up close at some of these farms near Houston. Photo courtesy of Dewberry Farm
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Pleasure Pier in Galveston is a top attraction near Houston. Photo courtesy of Visit Galveston
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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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City Park Skate Park near Houston. Photo courtesy of the Sugarland Texas Govt.
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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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Houston's Walking Stick Brewing Company has plenty of outdoor space. Photo courtesy of the Walking Stick Brewing Company
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Plan a magical quinceañera with these dress shops and venues. Photo courtesy of Canva
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Photo courtesy of Big Air in North 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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Little girl playing at an indoor play space in Houston. Photo courtesy of Frogs, Snails and Fairy Tales
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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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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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Ice at the Galleria provides year-round ice skating in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Galleria
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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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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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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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Montessori preschools focus on hands-on learning. Photo courtesy of The Woodlands Montessori School
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Levy Park in Houston has one of our favorite playgrounds. Photo courtesy of OJB Landscape Architecture
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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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There are a variety of fishing lakes near Houston to fish with your kids. Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife
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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
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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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Kids eat Free at Dickey's on Sundays with each adult purchase of $10 or more. Photo courtesy of Dickey's
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The St. Regis in Uptown is one of Houston's best family-friendly resorts.
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Hiking at Garner State Park in the Texas Hill Country. Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife
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Fresh air is one of the best antidotes to a grumpy toddler or baby. Photo courtesy of Bigstock
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Kids can learn about Robotics at the Houston Space Center. Photo courtesy of Rebecca Ortiz.
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Presidents Day Weekend 2024 in Houston: Black History Month Events, Go Texan Parade, and More Fun Things to do With Kids

Rhythms & Reflections: Echoes of Black Legacy Event. Photo courtesy of Discovery Green
Rhythms & Reflections: Echoes of Black Legacy Event. Photo courtesy of Discovery Green
2/14/24 - By Rachael Cherry

Looking for the best things to do in Houston this Presidents Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend.

Presidents Day is next Monday, which means a long weekend and more time for fun, family-friendly events. There are many events celebrating Black History Month, including the Black History Experience at the Children's Museum Houston and the Black History Now Celebration at Bagby Park. And, it's almost Rodeo Season, so kick things off by attending the annual Go Texan Parade in Conroe this Saturday.

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Bubbles and More Play Day. Photo courtesy of the Nature Discovery Center
Bubbles and More Play Day. Photo courtesy of the Nature Discovery Center

Things to Do This Presidents Day Weekend in Houston With Kids

Storytime in the Garden at the Houston Botanic Garden

Southeast Houston - FREE
Friday, February 16
Join the team from the Park Place Regional Library for a story time at the Houston Botanic Garden for kids of all ages. READ MORE

Rhythms & Reflections: Echoes of Black Legacy at Discovery Green

Downtown - FREE
Friday, February 16
Enjoy an evening of music and images celebrating Black History Month at Discovery Green. READ MORE

Night Hike at Edith L. Moore Sanctuary

Memorial
Friday, February 16
Give a hoot! Come explore the forest after dark, where you may get to see Edith "Owl" Moore. READ MORE

Go Texan Parade in Downtown Conroe

Conroe - FREE
Saturday, February 17
Kick off the start of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at the annual Go Texan Parade in Downtown Conroe. READ MORE

Black History Now Celebration

Midtown - FREE
Saturday, February 17
Celebrate the legacy of Black history and culture through song, dance, and education. READ MORE

Bubbles and More Play Day at Nature Discovery Center

Bellaire - FREE
Saturday, February 17
Spend the afternoon engaging in some old-fashioned outdoor play with bubbles, hula hoops, jump ropes, sidewalk chalk, and more. Parents are welcome to join in on the fun, too! READ MORE

30th Annual MLK Grande Parade

Midtown - FREE
Saturday, February 17
Enjoy a parade celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the 30th Annual MLK Grande Parade. READ MORE

Black History Experience at Children's Museum Houston

Museum District
Saturday, February 17
Come celebrate the African American spirit by participating in exciting activities, exploring African cultures and traditions, learning about significant periods in history, and engaging in stories about courage, survival, and resilience.   READ MORE

Young Audiences of Houston Abiyoyo Performance at Levy Park

Upper Kirby - FREE
Saturday, February 17
This interactive performance of Abiyoyo presented by Twanda’s Theatre on Wheels dramatizes a folktale story about a boy who plays the ukulele, a dad and his magic wand, and a hungry giant named Abiyoyo. READ MORE

Lunar New Year Houston

Asiatown - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, February 17 & 18
Come celebrate the Lunar New Year with lions and dragons, lucky red firecrackers, a kid zone, martial arts, dance, and music. READ MORE

Bely y Beto at Smart Financial Centre

Sugar Land
Sunday, February 18
Watch Bely and Beto on stage, an immersive expedition that embodies the essence of friendship and the joy of exploration. READ MORE

Monthly Volunteer Workday at Buffalo Bayou Park

Downtown - FREE
Sunday, February 18
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

Family Day at Bayou Bend “Across the Water”

Museum District - FREE
Sunday, February 18
Visit Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens for a free afternoon of family-friendly fun. This edition of Family Day explores the ways lakes, rivers, seas, and canals shaped history. READ MORE

Sunday Family Studio at MFAH

Museum District
Sunday, February 18
Families are invited to join a teaching artist for an afternoon in the galleries and the studio. Spend time exploring and learning about a work of art, and then create your masterpiece. READ MORE

Bubbles and Board Games at Evelyn's Park

Bellaire - FREE
Monday, February 19
Come play under the covered Trevillion at Evelyn's Park and enjoy whimsical fun with bubbles and board games.  READ MORE

Pop Up Soccer at Woodchase Park

Westchase - FREE
Monday, February 19
Challenge your friends and family to a fun game of pop-up soccer. READ MORE

Cheap Skate Nights at The Rink at Discovery Green

Downtown
Monday, February 19
Take advantage of Cheap Skate Nights on select Mondays! Skate for just $8 plus tax (including skate rental). READ MORE
Carruth Natural Encounters at the Houston Zoo, photo by Stacy A., courtesy of the zoo's Facebook page
Carruth Natural Encounters at the Houston Zoo, photo by Stacy A., courtesy of the zoo's Facebook page

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