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Spend your Saturday hanging out with storybook characters, participating in STEAM activities, and engaging in educational entertainment./Photo courtesy of Deborah Beauregard Photography.
Spend your Saturday hanging out with storybook characters, participating in STEAM activities, and engaging in educational entertainment./Photo courtesy of Deborah Beauregard Photography.
4/24/19 - By Rachael Cherry

It may be the last weekend in April, but there are so many cool events and activities happening Saturday and Sunday, and we found the perfect way to kick off whichever event you attend: donuts! Not just any donuts, though; the donut shops on this list may carry the traditional glazed or frosted donuts your family has come to know and love, but they also carry donuts that pack a punch.

There are also two great sensory-friendly events happening this weekend for anyone with a special needs family member: one at the Houston Museum of Natural Science and one at George Ranch Historical Park. At both events, special measures are being taken so that those with special needs are able to enjoy the exhibits with minimal noise and distractions. 

For even more family-fun, be sure to check out our April GoList, Free Things to Do With Houston Kids in April list, and our event calendar, as well as our Spring Fun Guide and Rainy Day Activities list. Whether you're staying home or getting out, we can guarantee that with us by your side no moment will be a dull one! 

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Get crackin' on some mudbugs, listen to live music and play carnival games./Photo courtesy of the Texas Crawfish and Music Festival.
Get crackin' on some mudbugs, listen to live music and play carnival games./Photo courtesy of the Texas Crawfish and Music Festival.

All Weekend

2019 Kids Triathlon presented by Texas Children's Hospital

Braeswood Place
Expected to be the largest USATriathlon sanctioned kids triathlon in the world for the 6th year, the 2019 Kids Triathlon invites children to test their swimming, biking, and running skills.  READ MORE

Texas Crawfish and Music Festival

Spring
The 33rd annual Texas Crawfish and Music Festival in Old Town Spring features live music from country and zydeco bands, shopping, and tons of crawfish (as well as delicious cajun cuisine, barbecue, vegetarian items, desserts, and more). READ MORE

Maker Crew: Electrical Engineering Levels 1, 2 & 3 at CMH

Museum District
Dive into the electrifying world of engineering at CMH during the Maker Crew: Electrical Engineering Levels 1, 2 & 3 workshops. READ MORE

Cirque de la Symphonie at Jones Hall

Downtown
Prepare to be amazed at Cirque de la Symphonie soars to new heights at Jones Hall in a weekend of gravity defying acrobatics and music. The company boasts world-class acrobats, aerial flyers, contortionists, strongmen, jugglers and tumblers and is sure to deliver an unforgettable night.  READ MORE

Crighton Theatre Presents: The Diary of Anne Frank

Conroe
Watch the harrowing journey of Anne Frank unfold in this adaptation of the acclaimed book The Diary of Anne Frank.  READ MORE
Bridgeland's Nature Fest is an event that you don't want to miss this Saturday!/Photo courtesy of Bridgeland.
Bridgeland's Nature Fest is an event that you don't want to miss this Saturday!/Photo courtesy of Bridgeland.

Saturday

Conroe KidzFest

Conroe
Gather together in downtown Conroe to play, create, explore, and learn. READ MORE

12th Annual Nature Fest at Bridgeland

Cypress
There's a full day of activities and family fun at Bridgeland's 12th Annual Nature Fest. You can do arts and crafts, visit the exotic petting zoo, get your face painted, attend kayaking demonstrations, bounce in the inflatable zone, play outdoor lazer tag, and more.  READ MORE

Sylvan Beach Festival

La Porte
Come out to the shores of La Porte, Texas for a whole day full of family fun. READ MORE

2019 Fort Bend Arts Festival

Katy
The Fort Bend Arts Fest is back! Check out over 300 visual art & essay pieces, join the Storybook Character Parade, and visit vendors, the local summer camp & activities expo, goat yoga, STEAM activities, a gaming truck, and more. READ MORE

Once Upon a Time with the Houston Symphony

Downtown
Watch your favorite fairytales come to life on the stage through music and dance as ballet dancers accompany the Houston Symphony to pieces from Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and more. READ MORE
Hit the streets with friends and family to meet new faces at Cigna Sunday Streets./Photo courtesy of Richard Carson.
Hit the streets with friends and family to meet new faces at Cigna Sunday Streets./Photo courtesy of Richard Carson.

Sunday

Sensory-Friendly Day at George Ranch Historical Park

Richmond
George Ranch Historical Park is excited for its 2nd Annual Sensory-Friendly Day, with Quiet Corners, Sensory-Friendly Kits, noise-canceling headphones and colored glasses that ensure a safe, structured, and enjoyable experience for attendees. READ MORE

Cigna Sunday Streets

Midtown
Cigna Sunday Streets is a community-wide block party that encourages the community to get out and be active. Bring the bikes, strollers, wagons, or just your own two feet and enjoy socializing, activities, and more. READ MORE

Kingwood 4th Sunday Market and Craft Show

Kingwood
Join us for a monthly leisure Sunday Market every 4th Sunday in Kingwood at Town Center Park where you can shop and browse a variety of quality vendors. READ MORE

Meet the Animals at Nature Discovery Center

Bellaire
Nature Discovery Center Naturalists offer weekend Meet the Animals sessions aimed to give a more in-depth introduction to the animals. READ MORE

Cajun & Crawfish with Contemporary Art Museum Fort Bend at Harvest Green

Richmond
Enjoy a Cajun-filled day with crawfish, live music from RaaRaaZydeco, Louisiana-inspired work from local artists and live painting courtesy of artists from the Contemporary Art Museum Fort Bend. READ MORE

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