HISD School Calendar for 2024-2025, Plus Other Houston Area Schools
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Bookmark this for the academic calendars and school dates of every district around Houston.
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Best Mother's Day Brunch in Houston
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Moms: slip this list to someone who can make reservations!
Best Free and Fun Things To Do in Houston With Kids April 2024
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From Solar Eclipse events to Earth Day Celebrations and beyond, April is packed with affordable and free things to do with kids, indoors and outside. Don’t miss our favorite free and fun things to do in Houston with kids this month.
What's better than fun things to do with kids? Free things to do with kids! Luckily, Houston's favorite annual events are this month, like the Houston Art Car Parade and Festival, the Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival, and the Hermann Park Kite Festival, and many of these are super affordable if not totally free for families.
Speaking of Hermann Park, the much-anticipated opening of the newly renovated 26-acre park featuring a lively carousel, a towering rocket ship slide, interactive play areas inspired by nature, beautiful garden spaces, and more open with a Public Celebration.
Where To Find Bluebonnets in Houston This Spring 2024
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Looking for bluebonnets near Houston? Get those beautiful Texas bluebonnet photos at these fields around Houston.
It's that time of year again! Texas bluebonnet season is one of the highlights of Houston's spring activities and runs from about March through May, depending on rains and the length of winter. Houston is home to many reliable bluebonnet beds and fields and iconic spots on the outskirts of town that are perfect for photos. We've rounded up places where you can snap quintessential bluebonnet pictures when the blooms start to open in and around Houston, and we'll continue to update this post as we find more locations.
Many of the best bluebonnet spots are in Houston's parks, so make it a day by checking out our Guide to Playgrounds and Parks for more fun activities.
The Best Escape Rooms in Houston for Kids and Teens
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Visiting one of our favorite escape rooms in Houston is great way for your family to brush up on your detective skills and bring out your inner Sherlock Holmes! In this thrilling indoor activity, guests are "locked in" a themed room full of clues and codes and have one hour to solve the room's mystery and find a way out. Or else.
With varying levels of difficulty, this activity is typically geared towards families with kids that are at least 10 years old; however, a few options have rooms or modes specifically for younger children, while others are for teens and adults only. Does your family have what it takes to make a great escape?
If you're looking for inside activities that cater to a younger bunch, check out our Indoor Fun Guide for Houston Kids. Our Outdoor Activities Guide offers up the best ways to get some fresh air in the Bayou City with options the whole family can enjoy, from exploring nearby state parks to the best playgrounds for toddlers.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo 2024's Top Things To Do with Kids
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Pull out those ten-gallon hats because the Houston Rodeo is back! The 2024 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo runs February 27-March 17, 2024. However, amid all the excitement that rodeo brings, even veteran attendees know that donning those cowboy boots and braving the crowds and traffic are still daunting tasks. And when you get there, it's just so... big. We've broken down some essential information to know before planning your visit.
Check out our Rodeo Houston Guide for more posts on enjoying the rodeo with kids.
Best Playgrounds in Houston: Destination Playgrounds Worth the Drive
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It's finally playground season, and there are tons of playgrounds in Houston. A ton. (Including some pretty great splash pads.) And some are better than others. So, if you'd like to find a park with a great playground in Houston where you can easily spend a few hours or even the entire day, read on to learn more about these 13 parks in Houston with playgrounds that are definitely worth the drive.
For more info on parks near Houston, places to hike, and more outdoorsy adventures, check out our Outdoor Activities Guide for Houston Kids.
Fall Day Trips From Houston for Families
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Fall is the perfect time of year to take a day trip from Houston — the weather is nicer and the holiday madness has yet to begin. These 11 fun day trips from Houston are the perfect changes of scenery for kids, so pack up the car and go look at 'gators, check out a castle, or see where Texas' favorite ice cream is made.
And for more kid-friendly things to do around Houston this fall, check out our Fall Fun and Harvest Guide for Houston Families.
