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Lunar New Year 2025: Celebrating the Year of the Snake. Photo credit: Chris Dunn for the Asia Society
Lunar New Year, Monster Jam, and More Things to Do in Houston This Weekend with Kids
Lunar New Year events continue. Plus, Monster Jam and the opening of The Lightning Thief.
Have a slimey-fun party at Sloomoo Institute. Photo courtesy of Sloomoo
Best Indoor Birthday Party Places for Kids Near Houston
Our favorite indoor gyms, playgrounds, museums & more for hosting an indoor birthday party for kids.
Firetruck Park in West University. Photo by Jessica Stautberg
Neighborhood Guide: Things To Do in West University and Rice Village with Kids
The West U/Rice Village areas have tons of kid-friendly activities. Here are some of our favorites.
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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Free Things to Do in Houston with Kids Guide
Find the best free things to do with Houston kids!
Disney Junior Play Zone at Katy Mills Mall. Photo courtesy of Simon Malls/Simon Property Group.
29 Free Things To Do Indoors in Houston: Indoor Places To Play On Cold and Rainy Days
Your kids can play for free at these spaces all around Houston.
Children's Museum Houston is free every Thursday evening. Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum Houston
Free Museums and Free Museum Days for Kids in Houston
Bookmark this list of Houston's free admission days and free museums.
Discovery Green hosts free events like Arte en el Parque, where kids learn Spanish while making art. Photo courtesy of Discovery Green
100 Free Things To Do in Houston with Kids
Here's our mega-list of awesome things to do in Houston that don't cost a penny.
Photo courtesy of Levy Park, Facebook
Best Budget-Friendly (Cheap) Birthday Party Places for Houston Kids
The best deals for birthday party venues in Houston.
See animals up close at some of these farms near Houston. Photo courtesy of Dewberry Farm
Best Farms in Houston with Family Entertainment
Head to the country to enjoy berry picking, pumpkin patches, petting zoos, and more.
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
Our shortlist of fun attractions for kids in the Houston area.
Stop at Cadillac Ranch near Amarillo for some cool photos on your roadtrip to the Texas Panhandle.
Best Texas Road Trips for Families
Our top recommendations for family-friendly road trips across Texas.
Baywatch Dolphin Tours are a fun, kid-friendly tour near Houston. Photo courtesy of Visit Galveston
Best Kid-Friendly Tours in Houston
Discover more about Houston, NASA, Galveston, and more on a kid-friendly tour.
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
Themed restaurants in Houston turn dining out with kids into an exciting adventure. Keep those kids...
City Park Skate Park near Houston. Photo courtesy of the Sugarland Texas Govt.
Kid-Friendly Skate Parks in Houston
Indoor and outdoor places for kids to learn skate boarding near 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
A sure-fire way to burn off energy while staying cool.
Batting cage photo courtesy of the Bellaire Bats
Indoor Batting Cages Near Houston Where Kids Can Practice Their Swings
Some of these batting cages offer coaching and birthday party packages as well.
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
These breweries have the best patios, menus, and kid-friendly amenities in all of Houston.
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
Plan a beautiful party for your birthday girl.
Photo courtesy of Big Air in North Houston
17 Coolest Indoor Activities for Houston Teens
Our list of fun indoor activities for your bored teen.
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
Take advantage of all the kid-friendly fun in the capital of the Lone Star State.
New to fishing? Try a Galveston fishing boat tour.
Best Kid-Friendly Tours in Galveston For Your Family Trip
Sit back and let the guide do the work on one of these family-friendly tours.
The outdoor pool at the Moody Gardens Hotel, photo courtesy of Visit Galveston.
Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Galveston, TX
These hotels are as fun as the beach.
One of our favorite petting zoos near Houston. Photo courtesy of Dewberry Farm
The Best Petting Zoos Near Houston
Hugging a baby goat will fix your whole day.
Make it an unforgettable family getaway from Houston by hiking Enchanted Rock. Photo courtesy Passport to Texas.
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Houston Day Trips and Family Getaways Guide
Discover great destinations for a fun day trip or weekend getaway for Houston families.
Photo courtesy of Schlitterbahn Waterparks
20 Top Things To Do in Galveston with Kids
There's more than beach bumming to do at Galveston Island.
Photo by author Rebecca Matheson Ortiz for Mommy Poppins.
Tips and Secrets to the Houston Zoo with Kids
Top tips for visiting the local zoo, from where to eat to which route to take.
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
The best places to play when the weather is rough.
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
The most kid-friendly, entertaining museums in Houston
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
From unique and delicious restaurants to iconic Houston landmarks, there are lots of things to do...
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
Don your skates at one of these year-round or seasonal ice skating rinks.
MKT has great family-friendly restaurants! Photo courtesy of @mendocinofarms and MKT
Best Things to Do in The Houston Heights with Kids
The Heights is full of fun activities and yummy restaurants for kids.
Fishing in Lake Somerville. Photo courtesy of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
10 State Parks Near Houston With Lakes, Beaches, and Hiking
From hiking to camping to swimming, these state parks have fun things to do in any season.
There's no shortage of fun baby activities in Houston.
Best Things To Do with Babies in Houston Before They Turn 1
They grow up so fast! Squeeze in these activities before your little one turns 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 offers gym, nature, art, STEAM, and even language immersion classes for little kids.
Houston's bucket list for kid activities
100 Things To Do In Houston Before Kids Grow Up
The ultimate bucket list for every Houston family, including the best destinations, events, and...
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
Pamper your little one at one of these spas that offer treatments for kids.
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
Get the whole family involved at these indoor climbing gyms.
Bowling is a fun indoor activity to add to your list this summer. Photo courtesy of Palace Social
Kid-Friendly Bowling Alleys in Houston
Bowl the night (or day) away at these family-friendly spots.
Fishing at Sea Center in Freeport, TX. Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife
Freeport with Kids: Best Things To Do in Freeport, Texas
Freeport is a great beach town, but has many other kid-friendly activities, too.
Photo courtesy of Osprey Cruises
30 Things To Do Near South Padre Island, TX with Kids
Let us plan your summer vacation on South Padre Island.
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
Need a kid-free evening but don't know where to go? We've got you covered.
Kids love the carousel on Kemah's boardwalk.
Top Things to Do at Kemah Boardwalk with Kids
Kemah Boardwalk has great food, activities, rides and play spaces for kids of all ages.
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
Plan a short trip away while keeping the cost down.
Birdwatching at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, photo courtesy of Houston Audubon
Best Things to Do in Memorial, West Houston with Kids
Our favorite kid activities in the Memorial neighborhood of Houston.
Photo courtesy of Cypress Academy
Ninja Warrior Gyms, Obstacle Courses, and Parkour in Houston for Kids
Kids strengthen their muscles (and burn off some serious energy) at these awesome obstacle course...
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
Bring the entertainment to your home for the perfect, easy party.
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
The tastiest spots in Houston for the most important meal of the day.
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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Free Things to Do in Houston with Kids Guide
Find the best free things to do with Houston kids!
Photo courtesy of Threadfare Children's Boutique
Best Baby Stores in Houston, From Clothes to Gear to Resale
Check out this list of baby stores in Houston for baby clothes, gear, and products.
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
3 Days in Houston with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
Three days of fun in the Bayou City.
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
These awesome Houston restaurants have great play spaces for wiggly kids!
Montessori preschools focus on hands-on learning. Photo courtesy of The Woodlands Montessori School
13 Top-Notch Montessori Preschools in Houston
Montessori preschools focus on independence and play. Here are some of our favorites.
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
These parks with playgrounds are all perfect for a day out.
Playgrounds Without Limits photo courtesy of Memorial Park, Facebook
Accessible Playgrounds in Houston: 14 Places Where All Kids Can Play
These playgrounds across the greater Houston area have play equipment for children of all abilities.
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
Check out one of these fun classes 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
Music classes are a great first class for babies and toddlers.
Photo courtesy of Texas Health Resources
Pregnancy Classes and Parenting Classes in Houston
Get all the answers-for now-at one of these classes.
Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of Houston
Exploring The Children's Museum Houston
One trip won't be enough for your children to soak in all the museum has to offer.
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
Best Houston spots to host the perfect birthday party for your high-energy 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
These free Houston fishing spots are some of the city's best kept secrets.
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
San Antonio with Kids: 26 Best Things To Do in San Antonio, Texas
Don't miss these favorite family attractions when you visit Countdown City.
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
Lake Livingston makes for a great day trip from Houston.
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
Where to find delicious, family-friendly barbecue across Houston.
The St. Regis in Uptown is one of Houston's best family-friendly resorts.
Best Family-Friendly Spa Resorts And Hotels Near Houston
These kid-friendly hotels and resorts are perfect for the entire family to enjoy.
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
Heading to the Hill Country with kids? Here's what to do, where to stay, and where to eat.
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
Fresh air is one of the best antidotes to a grumpy toddler or baby. Entertain them, distract them...
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
These Tex-Mex restaurants are a slam dunk with kids...and then they also get 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
Drive an hour north of downtown Houston and enjoy this beautiful state park.
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
Visiting Houston with kids? Read this first for the best things to do.
Photo courtesy of Levy Park, Facebook
Best Budget-Friendly (Cheap) Birthday Party Places for Houston Kids
The best deals for birthday party venues in Houston.
Samuel Sykes, owner of Trill Taco, photo courtesy of Samuel Sykes
10 Black-Owned Restaurants Near Houston to Try with Kids
Start your day at Glazed Doughnut Cafe, head to Trill Taco for lunch, Gatlin's for dinner, and...
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
Our favorite places to eat, play, and be outside 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
Check out our favorite Houston playgrounds with the best tot spots!
Children's Museum Houston is free every Thursday evening. Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum Houston
Free Museums and Free Museum Days for Kids in Houston
Bookmark this list of Houston's free admission days and free museums.
​Galveston's Schlitterbahn is an indoor waterpark near Houston. Photo courtesy of Schlitterbahn in Galveston Island
The Best Indoor Waterparks in Texas
Feel like going to a waterpark in the off season? Try one of these.

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Circle Time at Evelyn's Park
Evelyn's Park Conservancy - 11:00 AM Pick
Pop Up Soccer at Woodchase Park
Woodchase Park - 4:00 PM
Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green
Discovery Green - various times
Radiant Nature at the Houston Botanic Garden
Houston Botanic Garden - various times
The Escape Game Houston
The Escape Room Houston - various times
Handmade Valentines at Houston Botanic Garden
Houston Botanic Garden - 2:00 AM Pick
National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day at Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream
Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream - 8:00 AM Pick
Chinese Community Center 2025 Lunar New Year Festival
Chinese Community Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Lunar New Year 2025: Celebrating the Year of the Snake at Asia Society Texas Center
Asia Society Texas Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Monster Jam at NRG Stadium
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Lunar New Year at Discovery Green
Discovery Green - 4:00 PM Pick
Monster Jam at NRG Stadium
NRG Stadium - various times Pick
Family Zone at Museum Fine Arts Houston
Beck Building at MFAH - 1:00 PM
Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green
Discovery Green - various times
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical at Main Street Theater
MATCH - various times
Tyke Hike at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center - various times Pick
Zumbini with ShellyD
Barbara Bush Library - 10:30 AM
Pop Up Soccer at Woodchase Park
Woodchase Park - 4:00 PM
The Escape Game Houston
The Escape Room Houston - various times
Ice Skating at the Houston Interactive Aquarium & Animal Preserve
Houston Interactive Aquarium & Animal Preserve - various times
Family Storytime & a Craft at Levy Park
Levy Park Conservancy - 10:00 AM Pick
Free Tuesdays at Houston Museum of Natural Science
Houston Museum of Natural Science - 5:00 PM Pick
Kids Scavenger Hunt at Woodchase Park
Woodchase Park - 4:00 PM
Kids Chalk Art at Woodchase Park
Woodchase Park - 4:00 PM
The Escape Game Houston
The Escape Room Houston - various times
Nature Storytime at Nature Discovery Center
Nature Discovery Center - 4:00 PM Pick
Story time at Adventure Kids Playcare Cypress
Adventure Kids Playcare Cypress - 9:30 AM
Gabby's Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days at The Woodlands Children's Museum
The Woodlands Children's Museum - 10:00 AM
Pop Up Soccer at Woodchase Park
Woodchase Park - 4:00 PM
The Escape Game Houston
The Escape Room Houston - various times
Children's Bingo at Levy Park
Levy Park Conservancy - 4:30 PM Pick
Free Family Night at The Children's Museum of Houston
Children's Museum of Houston - 5:00 PM Pick
Free Thursdays at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
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Free Thursdays admission at Asia Society Texas
Asia Society Texas - 12:00 PM
Free admission evening at the Health Museum
The Health Museum - 2:00 PM

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