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January GoList: Best Things to Do With Houston Kids This Month

Submitted by Carrie Taylor on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 11:35pm

Best events and things to do in Houston in January

It's a new year, so start it off right by getting out at one of these fun events around Houston. Who knows if we will actually get a winter this year, but just in case you need ideas for fun indoor activities, check out Houston's best indoor playgrounds and rock climbing gym s, or a unique experience like free classes for kids - from painting to coding - at your favorite area stores.

And while Christmas is technically over, many holiday festivals are still up and running through the first few weeks of January, so you can still check out the beautiful holiday lights at Zoo Lights, Festival of Lights in Moody Gardens, Sugar Land's Holiday Lights, and Magical Winter Lights for a little while longer. The stunning White Christmas at the Cockrell Butterfly Center, where you are surrounded by hundreds of white tropical butterflies, also closes soon - on Jan. 5! Read on for the best things to do around Houston in January with the kids.

December GoList: Best Things to Do With Houston Kids This Month

Submitted by Carrie Taylor on Sat, 11/30/2019 - 12:30am

It's the time of the year when the Christmas decorations Target put on display in October are finally appropriate. The holidays are here! We have you covered with our guide featuring events and things to do around Houston this month from where to see holiday shows, FREE holiday events for the family, and places to take photos (or eat breakfast) with Santa.

There are tons of fun festivals and holiday extravaganzas in December, like Zoo Lights, Moody Gardens' Festival of Lights, and Magical Winter Lights. Make sure to keep an eye on our calendar for daily events, and if you haven't already, sign up for our FREE weekly newsletters to receive our latest posts and things to do around town. Read on for the best Houston events this month.

Color Factory Houston: Is It Worth Visiting With Kids?

Submitted by Carrie Taylor on Thu, 11/28/2019 - 11:43am

Houston is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the United States. In all of the hours we spent stuck in traffic, it's easy to forget what makes our city great. Color Factory invites guests to embrace Houston's kaleidoscope of gifts through interactive art exhibits. This iteration of Color Factory comes on the heels of its popular Los Angeles and New York City locations, and it lives up to every bit of hype.

Must-Do 2019 Holiday Events in Houston for Kids

Submitted by Carrie Taylor on Mon, 11/04/2019 - 2:45pm

Skate on Ice at Discovery Green this holiday season.

The holidays in Houston are a magical time for families because there is just so much to do. There are endless opportunities to have breakfast or brunch with santa, take a picture with santa, ride holiday trains and check out winter festivals. If it all becomes just a bit overwhelming, here are holiday events in Houston you simply must do with your kids.

Disney Opens Mini Shops Inside Target - And Moms & Kids Rejoiced

Submitted by Carrie Taylor on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 11:15am

The interactive entertainment center keeps kids busy as parents shop the Disney "shop-in-shop" at select Target locations.

In early October, Disney officially opened "shop-in-shop" stores inside select Target locations across the United States. As if you needed another reason to love shopping at Target!

Best Texas Zoos, Safaris, & More Places to See Animals

Submitted by Carrie Taylor on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 11:27am

What kid doesn't love animals? (Or at least, one kind of animal...) Lucky for us Texas parents, the Lone Star State is home to many attractions and zoos that house exotic and regional animals, from elephants to deep sea creatures. We've picked some of our favorites to help while planning your next Texas family vacation.

November GoList: Best Things To Do with Houston Kids This Month

Submitted by Carrie Taylor on Fri, 10/25/2019 - 9:31am

Now that Halloween is over, it's time to (at least try to) get into the holiday spirit! This month you can still check out a fall festival or two, but Santa is already making appearances around town. For inside activities, check out an area trampoline park, or indoor play area. It's also the perfect time of year for a weekend camping trip to get the most of the weather.

We'll continue updating our calendar for things to do every day, and you can sign up for our weekly newsletters to receive our latest posts and ideas for things to do around Houston.

Best Things to Do in Cypress With Kids

Submitted by Carrie Taylor on Mon, 10/07/2019 - 10:30pm

The playground at The Shack is one of our favorite Cypress spots.

Not too long ago, longtime Houstonians may have referred to Cypress as "the country," but the northwest Houston suburb has certainly grown. It's bustling with unique small businesses, particularly some great restaurants and breweries. There are plenty of reasons to spend the day out in the CYP, and there is plenty to do. These are our top recommendations for places to see and where to eat in Cypress with kids.

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