Best Activities for Kids in Houston in April 2026

The Amazing Acro-Cats at MATCH Theater
Midtown
Tuesday, March 31 - Thursday, April 9, 2026
This troupe of trained house cats (all former orphans, rescues, and strays) gives a one-of-a-kind, 90 minute purrformance. You’ll have the chance to experience cats riding skateboards, jumping through hoops, ringing bells, balancing on balls, and performing other feats of acrobatics and agility. Website

Zoo Bloom at the Houston Zoo
Museum District
Friday, March 27 - Sunday, May 3, 2026
The Zoo is excited to introduce its newest multi-day event, Zoo Bloom. The Zoo will come to life with spring-inspired décor and vibrant plant displays throughout the grounds. Website

Toddler Tuesday at Discovery Green
Downtown – FREE
Tuesdays in April
Toddlers and their caretakers enjoy a morning of interactive story time, costumed character meet and greets, activities, soft play equipment from Toddler Towns. Plus, expect activities from Collab Lab and Zumbini or Baby Bollywood dance classes. Website

Disney On Ice Jump In! at NRG Stadium
Southwest Houston
Thursday, April 2 through Sunday, April 5, 2026
Mickey and Friends will take you on a journey through unforgettable moments with a Magical MousePad. Discover thrilling adventures from Zootopia, Inside Out 2, and the all-new Moana 2. Website

21st Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Vendor Market at 7 Acre Wood
Conroe – FREE
Saturday, April 4, 2026
Celebrate Easter at 7-acre woods by hunting Easter eggs, visiting the petting zoo, playing mini-golf, zipping down the zipline, and more for FREE. Website

Blue Man Group at Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
Downtown
Tuesday, April 7 - Sunday, April 12, 2026
Dive into the thrilling Blue Man Group experience – a blend of captivating music, interactive art and audience engagement. Blue Man Group creates a fun, disruptive and out of the ordinary atmosphere that exhilarates the senses and uplifts spirits for audiences of all ages. Website

Czech Center Museum Houston Annual Czech Spring Festival
Museum District
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Join a special day filled with traditional music, dancing, delicious food, and an incredible community atmosphere. Website

The Orange Show's 39th Houston Art Car Parade
Downtown – FREE
Saturday, April 11, 2026
For the 39th year, 250 rolling masterpieces will take over the city’s streets as over 300,000 fans cheer them on from the sidelines. The parade officially begins at the intersection of Dallas and Bagby Streets (on Allen Parkway) heading into Downtown before circling City Hall and heading outbound onto Allen Parkway out of Downtown until dispersing at Waugh Drive. Website

Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival
Historic Downtown Chappell Hill – FREE
Saturday & Sunday, April 11 & 12, 2026
Celebrate Bluebonnet season in Texas at the annual Bluebonnet Festival in downtown historic Chappell Hill. Website

Spring Fling Festival at Nature Discovery Center
Bellaire
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Expect a fun family event with outdoor nature activities including arts and crafts and prairie and pond explorations. Bring your own picnic blanket to Picnic with the Animals on the front lawn and interact with our Ambassador Animals. Play along with the North Harris County Dulcimer Society and visit with exhibitors and vendors like Texas Snakes and More and Mathnasium. Website

Fleet Week Houston
Various Locations around Houston
Wednesday, April 15 - Wednesday, April 22, 2026
The inaugural Fleet Week Houston will bring multiple U.S. Navy vessels and more than 1,000 Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen to the city for a series of events and experiences. Website

Neighborhood Community Day at The Menil Collection
Montrose – FREE
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Enjoy an afternoon of art, music, poetry, curator talks, and family activities in celebration of the museum’s vibrant neighborhood. Website

Puranava Indian Culture Fest at Pearland Town Center
Pearland – FREE
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Enjoy an outdoor Indian Art & Culture Fest and celebrate Indian culture with arts performances, art exhibits, hands-on activities, kids zone, a bazaar with food and local vendors, and more. Website

San Jacinto Day Celebration
San Jacinto Monument, One Monument Circle, La Porte
FREE
Saturday, April 18, 2026
San Jacinto Day Celebration will be a day of fun, reenactments, and living history activities celebrating the 190th anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto. Reenactors dressed in period clothing will make the epic events of April 1836 come alive, and reenactments throughout the day will recreate the dramatic events that led to one of the most decisive and impactful military victories in the history of North America. Website

Traders Village Comicon
Northwest Houston– FREE
Saturday & Sunday, April 18 & 19, 2026
Get ready for an epic weekend of geekdom at Traders Village Houston’s Comicon! Expect On-site personalities both days, signing autographs, workshops, lots of vendors, music, and fun! Website

Earth Day at Discovery Green
Discovery Green – FREE
Saturday, April 25, 2026
This April you can power the Earth Day procession at Discovery Green! Houston’s downtown celebration features community artists and projects including a Magpies and Peacocks fashion show, University of Houston, Downtown art installation, Houston recycled goods artist Glee Ryan and a community art project by puppet-maker Dennis McNett of Wolfbat. Website

Abracadabra! A Magical Musical Adventure at the Houston Symphony
Jones Hall, Downtown
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Looking for a kids' concert in Houston? Abracadabra! A Magical Musical Adventure brings music and magic together in a fun, family-friendly performance. Website

The Grand Kids Festival
Downtown Cultural Arts District, 23rd and Postoffice Street, Galveston FREE
Saturday, April 25, 2026
A celebration of folk art and families, the Grand Kids festival offers an unforgettable experience with live entertainment on indoor and outdoor stages, over 40 interactive activity booths, and hands-on exhibits that bring history and creativity to life. Website

Conroe KidzFest
Heritage Place - Downtown Conroe
500 Metcalf St. Conroe
FREE
Saturday, April 25, 2026
This exciting, family-friendly annual event features a variety of interactive villages where kids can explore, play, and learn through engaging activities. From creative arts and hands-on experiments to action-packed games and live stage performances, there's something for every child to enjoy! Website

Sylvan Beach Festival
Sylvan Beach Park, 8121 N Bayshore Dr, La Porte
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Bring your friends and family out to Sylvan Beach Festival for a day of fun in the sun by the bay! Featuring live music plus a Family Fun Zone complete with inflatable obstacle courses and games, food, vendors, carnival, Gator Country animal shows, cook-offs, pageants, and more! Website

RailFest Model Train Rally at Galveston Railroad Museum
Galveston
Saturday & Sunday, April 25 & 26, 2026
A family event featuring model trains of all sizes and immersive fun for all ages. Website

Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat at Smart Financial Centre Plaza
Sugar Land
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Smart Financial Centre welcomes Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat—still delighting modern kids just like it did 50+ years ago—to the Sugar Land stage. Website