Great Gobbler Thanksgiving Week. Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum Houston
Zoo Lights and More Things to Do in Houston This Weekend with Kids
It's time to get your annual picture with Santa, and we know just where to go. Photo courtesy of the Houston Galleria
Pictures with Santa Claus in Houston: From Malls to Rodeos
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Visit Froberg's Farm for fall festival fun, a pumpkin patch, and more. Photo courtesy the fall
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Let someone else cook Thanksgiving dinner this year. Photo courtesy of Bigstock
Kid-Friendly Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving in Houston
Holidays at Moody Gardens. Photo courtesy of Visit Galveston
19 Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in Houston for Kids
Beautiful neighborhood Christmas lights are all around Houston. Photo courtesy of the Franck's Christmas Light Show
Best Neighborhood Christmas Light Displays and Holiday Lights in Houston
There are so many ways to see The Nutcracker in Houston this season. Photo courtesy of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
The Nutcracker Ballet and Other Holiday Shows for Kids in Houston
Annual City of Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade! 2023 photo © Richard Carson
Best Things to Do in Houston November 2024 with Kids
Christmas trains near Houston 2024. Photo courtesy of The Polar Express Train Ride at the Texas State Railroad
Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains Near Houston
Photo courtesy of Levy Park, Facebook
Best Budget-Friendly (Cheap) Birthday Party Places for Houston Kids
From pumpkins to corn mazes, there's loads of seasonal fun at local farms. Photo courtesy of P6 Farms
Fall Bucket List for Kids: 30 Top Things To Do in Houston This Fall
Galveston Oktoberfest is one of many kid-friendly festivals near Houston. Kid zone photo courtesy of Galveston Oktoberfest
Best Fall Festivals and Fairs in Houston for Families
See animals up close at some of these farms near Houston. Photo courtesy of Dewberry Farm
Best Farms in Houston with Family Entertainment
Pleasure Pier in Galveston is a top attraction near Houston. Photo courtesy of Visit Galveston
Best Attractions and Things To Do in Houston that are Kid-friendly
Stop at Cadillac Ranch near Amarillo for some cool photos on your roadtrip to the Texas Panhandle.
Best Texas Road Trips for Families
Baywatch Dolphin Tours are a fun, kid-friendly tour near Houston. Photo courtesy of Visit Galveston
Best Kid-Friendly Tours in Houston
Make dining out with kids more fun at one of Houston's themed restaurants. Photo courtesy of Rock N Roll Sushi
Themed Restaurants in Houston for a Fun Night Out With Kids
City Park Skate Park near Houston. Photo courtesy of the Sugarland Texas Govt.
Kid-Friendly Skate Parks in Houston
Urban Air has quite a few trampoline parks near Houston. Photo courtesy of Urban Air Adventure Park
Fun Trampoline Parks Near Houston for Kids to Jump in the AC
Batting cage photo courtesy of the Bellaire Bats
Indoor Batting Cages Near Houston Where Kids Can Practice Their Swings
Houston's Walking Stick Brewing Company has plenty of outdoor space. Photo courtesy of the Walking Stick Brewing Company
Family-Friendly Houston Breweries Where Kids Can Play, Too
Plan a magical quinceañera with these dress shops and venues. Photo courtesy of Canva
Quinceañeras in Houston: The Best Dress Shops and Venues for Your Teen Birthday
Photo courtesy of Big Air in North Houston
17 Coolest Indoor Activities for Houston Teens
In winter, visit Luminations at the Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center. Photo by Ann Alva Weiding Photography, at bigredmuse.com.
Austin with Kids: 35 Best Things To Do in Austin, Texas
New to fishing? Try a Galveston fishing boat tour.
Best Kid-Friendly Tours in Galveston For Your Family Trip
The outdoor pool at the Moody Gardens Hotel, photo courtesy of Visit Galveston.
Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Galveston, TX
One of our favorite petting zoos near Houston. Photo courtesy of Dewberry Farm
The Best Petting Zoos Near Houston
Make it an unforgettable family getaway from Houston by hiking Enchanted Rock. Photo courtesy Passport to Texas.
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Photo courtesy of Schlitterbahn Waterparks
20 Top Things To Do in Galveston with Kids
Photo by author Rebecca Matheson Ortiz for Mommy Poppins.
Tips and Secrets to the Houston Zoo with Kids
Little girl playing at an indoor play space in Houston. Photo courtesy of Frogs, Snails and Fairy Tales
Top Indoor Playgrounds & Play Spaces in Houston
Houston has many kid-friendly museums, and not all are children's museums. Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of Houston
Best Museums in Houston for Kids and Families
John P. McGovern's state-of-the art playground is perfect for both younger and older children. Photo courtesy of Discovery Green.
20 Things To Do in Downtown Houston With Kids
Ice at the Galleria provides year-round ice skating in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Galleria
Best Indoor and Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in Houston for Kids and Families
MKT has great family-friendly restaurants! Photo courtesy of @mendocinofarms and MKT
Best Things to Do in The Houston Heights with Kids
Fishing in Lake Somerville. Photo courtesy of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
10 State Parks Near Houston With Lakes, Beaches, and Hiking
There's no shortage of fun baby activities in Houston.
Best Things To Do with Babies in Houston Before They Turn 1
Your little learner will love the variety of toddler classes in Houston. Photo courtesy of the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Fun Preschool and Toddler Classes in Houston for Little Learners
Houston's bucket list for kid activities
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Treat your kid to one of these Houston spas with services for children. Photo courtesy of Float Baby
Kid-Friendly Salons and Spas Near Houston
Climb with your kids at one of these indoor rock climbing gyms in Houston. Photo courtesy of Texas Rock Gym
Best Indoor Rock Climbing Gyms in Houston for Kids
Bowling is a fun indoor activity to add to your list this summer. Photo courtesy of Palace Social
Kid-Friendly Bowling Alleys in Houston
Fishing at Sea Center in Freeport, TX. Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife
Freeport with Kids: Best Things To Do in Freeport, Texas
Photo courtesy of Osprey Cruises
30 Things To Do Near South Padre Island, TX with 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
Kids love the carousel on Kemah's boardwalk.
Top Things to Do at Kemah Boardwalk with Kids
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
Birdwatching at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, photo courtesy of Houston Audubon
Best Things to Do in Memorial, West Houston with Kids
Photo courtesy of Cypress Academy
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 courtesy of Canva
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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
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Families enjoying a night out. Photo courtesy of Paradigm Brewing in Tomball
25 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 has one of our favorite playgrounds. Photo courtesy of OJB Landscape Architecture
Best Playgrounds in Houston: Destination Playgrounds 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
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Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of Houston
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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
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
Fun Things to Do in Lake Livingston State Park with Kids
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
Photo courtesy of Levy Park, Facebook
Best Budget-Friendly (Cheap) Birthday Party Places for Houston Kids
Samuel Sykes, owner of Trill Taco, photo courtesy of Samuel Sykes
10 Black-Owned Restaurants Near Houston to Try with Kids
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
Horseback riding is a favorite kid activity in Conroe
20 Things To Do in Conroe with Kids
Photo courtesy of texasgatorfest.com
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Festival of Eid 2024. Photo by Chris Dunn for the Asia Society Texas.
Festival of Eid 2024. Photo by Chris Dunn for the Asia Society Texas.
3/22/24 - By Rachael Cherry

Spring festivals in Houston are the best excuse to get outside and bask in the mild weather before the summer heat arrives. April and May are also the perfect time to check out the many beautiful parks in the Bayou City, head to a nearby farm for berry picking, or hang out at one of the area's local breweries. Many of these family-friendly spring festivals are located in the suburbs and towns around Houston, so check out our picks for top things to do in Galveston, Kemah, The Woodlands, and Conroe while you're there.

For even more things to do, look at our event calendar and our Spring Fun Guide!

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Earth Day at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center. Photo courtesy of the Arboretum
Earth Day at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center. Photo courtesy of the Arboretum

Top Spring Festivals Near Houston

Hermann Park Kite Festival

Museum District – FREE
Sunday, April 7, 2024
Come out and enjoy Hermann Park Conservancy's Kite Festival,  a day full of fun and kite-flying.  READ MORE

The Woodlands Waterway Art Festival

The Woodlands
Friday, April 12, 2024-Sunday, April 14, 2024
Spend the weekend browsing art at the Woodlands Waterway Art Festival, ranked among the top arts festivals in the country READ MORE

Houston Art Car Festival & Parade

Downtown – FREE
Saturday, Apr 13, 2024
For the 37th year, 250 rolling masterpieces will take over the city’s streets as nearly 300,000 fans cheer them on from the sidelines. READ MORE

Festival of Eid 2024 at Asia Society Texas

Museum District – FREE
Saturday, Apr 13, 2024
Asia Society Texas' free festival is open to all to celebrate and learn together through food, performances, demos, and more. READ MORE

Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival

Chappell Hill – FREE
Saturday April 13 & Sunday 14, 2024
Celebrate Bluebonnet season in Texas at the annual Bluebonnet Festival in downtown historic Chappell Hill. READ MORE

Kemah Crawfish & Zydeco Festival

Kemah – FREE
Saturday April 13 & Sunday, 14, 2024
Visit the Kemah Boardwalk and enjoy freshly boiled crawfish and Zydeco tunes all weekend long. READ MORE

Houston Latin Fest

Sugar Land
Saturday April 13 & Sunday 14, 2024
Latin music lovers unite at the Houston Latin Fest, a family-friendly music festival that allows friends and families to connect over live Latin music through dance and celebration.  READ MORE

35th Annual Burton Cotton Gin Festival

Burton – FREE
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Enjoy a free family-friendly event featuring a day full of fun and history at the 35th Annual Burton Cotton Gin Festival. READ MORE

Earth Day at Discovery Green

Downtown – FREE
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Expect family-friendly performances, live music, art installations, face painting, crafts, and activities on Earth Day at Discovery Green. READ MORE

San Jacinto Celebration

La Porte – FREE
Saturday, April 20, 2024
The San Jacinto Battleground will once again hear the booming of cannons, the cracking of musket fire, and the shouts of “Remember the Alamo!” READ MORE

The Grand Kids Festival

Galveston – FREE
Saturday, April 20, 2024
This annual spring event is an avenue to introduce children and their families to the performing, visual, and folk arts in historic Downtown Galveston. READ MORE

Czech Center Museum Houston Annual Czech Spring Festival

Museum District
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Celebrate the sights, sounds, and flavors of springtime traditions in the Czech and Slovak Republics. READ MORE

Puranava Indian Culture Fest at Pearland Town Center

Pearland – FREE
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Enjoy an outdoor Indian Art & Culture Fest and celebrate Indian culture with arts performances, art exhibits, hands-on activities, a bazaar with food and local vendors, and more.   READ MORE

RailFest Model Trail Rally at Galveston Railroad Museum

Galveston
Saturday & Sunday, April 27 & 28 2024
Enjoy the excitement of large-sized model trains, entertainment, interactive activities, train rides, vendors, and more at Railfest. READ MORE

Earth Day at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Memorial Park – FREE
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Celebrate Earth Day at the Arboretum by enjoying a free day of earth-conscious activities and art projects.  READ MORE

Conroe KidzFest

Conroe – FREE
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Gather together in downtown Conroe to play, create, explore, and learn. READ MORE

Spring Outdoor Celebration at Mont Belvieu City Park

Mont Belvieu – FREE
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Enjoy a fun-filled day of outdoor exploration and celebrate spring in and around Mont Belvieu City Park. READ MORE

Nature Fest 2024

Cypress – FREE
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Come out and enjoy the 16th annual Nature Fest at Oak Meadow Park, with performances, nature exhibitors, and kid's activities. READ MORE

RailFest Model Trail Rally at Galveston Railroad Museum

Galveston
Saturday & Sunday, April 27 & 28 2024
Enjoy the excitement of large-sized model trains, entertainment, interactive activities, train rides, vendors, and more at Railfest. READ MORE

Sylvan Beach Festival

La Porte
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Come out to the shores of La Porte, Texas for a whole day full of family fun. READ MORE

The Houston Polish Festival

Spring Branch – FREE
Friday, May 3 through Sunday, May 5, 2024
The annual Houston Polish Festival features three days of Polish dancing, food, music, and more.  READ MORE

Sweet Beats Music Festival

Sugar Land
Saturday & Sunday, May 4 & 5, 2024
Enjoy an awesome line-up of musical guests and family-friendly activities at Sweet Beats Music Fest at Sugar Land's Crown Festival Park.    READ MORE

Big as Texas Music Fest

Conroe
Friday, May 10 through Sunday, May 12, 2024
A new three-day outdoor celebration that features a world-class music lineup, Texas vendors and artisans, immersive art installations, live-fire grilling, carnival games, and more for attendees of all ages. READ MORE

Houston Greek Fest

Memorial
Thursday, May 16 through Saturday, May 18, 2024
Enjoy Greek food, tour the Greek Orthodox Church, shop, watch live dancing, and let the kids take part in the numerous children's activities.  READ MORE

Pasadena Strawberry Festival

Pasadena
Thursday, May 16-Sunday, May 19, 2024
Enjoy the annual Pasadena Strawberry Festival, which celebrates a time when Pasadena was known as the strawberry capital of the south.  READ MORE

The International Festival USA at Discovery Green

Downtown – FREE
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Spend the day celebrating culture and diversity at the International Festival USA.  READ MORE

Comicpalooza at the George R. Brown Convention Center

Downtown
Friday, May 24-Sunday, May 26, 2024
Artistic creators, insightful panelists, cosplayers, stars, and enthusiastic spectators will come together for a magical weekend celebrating anime, comics, gaming, literature, cosplay, and much more. READ MORE

Memorial Day in The Woodlands

The Woodlands – FREE Sunday, May 26, 2024
Celebrate the official start to summer at the annual Memorial Day in The Woodlands festival. READ MORE

Places featured in this article:

Historic Downtown Chappell Hill
Houston Arboretum and Nature Center
Heritage Place - Downtown Conroe
Our Lady of Czestochowa Roman Catholic Church
Montgomery County Fairgrounds
St. Basil The Great Greek Orthodox Church
George R. Brown Convention Center