Things to Do for Kids in Houston in November 2026
Día de los Muertos at Discovery Green
Downtown – FREE
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Celebrate Día de los Muertos, a traditional Mexican holiday honoring and remembering loved ones who have passed away. Visitors are invited to bring a photo or keepsake to add to a beautiful community ofrenda created by Houston artist Angel Quesada. Website
Craft Community Day at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft
Museum District – FREE
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Join HCCC for the free, annual festival highlighting local artist guilds and community groups! Website
Night Market 2026 at Asia Society Texas
Museum District – FREE
Friday, November 6, 2026
The annual Night Market returns! Drawing inspiration from street markets in East and Southeast Asia, our all-ages festival celebrates Houston's Asian and Asian American communities through food, arts, shopping, and activities. Website
Pavilion Palooza World Tour at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
The Woodlands
Saturday & Sunday, November 7 & 8, 2026
Pavilion Palooza, Presented by Texas Children's, is one giant weekend built for kids — a full-venue celebration packed with live shows from the Rock and Roll Playhouse, hands-on activities and a whole festival of fun to explore together. Website
6th Annual Houston Dia de los Muertos Parade and Festival
Downtown – FREE
Saturday, November 7, 2026
The Houston Dia de los Muertos parade is an exciting tradition for the City of Houston with a mission to celebrate the living and honor the beloved. It's an evening filled with live music, a beautiful procession, delicious concessions, fun arts & crafts, and more. Website
The Armand Bayou Nature Center's Annual Fall Festival
Pasadena
Saturday & Sunday, November 7 & 8, 2026
Experience a weekend packed with fun, featuring live music, delicious food, refreshing beer, fun games, charming wagon rides, unique crafts, captivating live demonstrations, and much more! There's something for the whole family to enjoy. Website
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Fall Festival : Harvest | Cosecha
Museum District – FREE
Sunday, November 8, 2026
The MFAH hosts an action-packed family festival celebrating the environment, native flora, and the 40th anniversary of the Cullen Sculpture Garden. The annual Fall Festival features four new, temporary large-scale sculptures by Houston Latinx artists. “Fall Festival: Harvest | Cosecha” highlights the Museum’s commitment to Latin American and Latino art, and art of the Indigenous Americas. Website
City of Houston Annual Veterans Day Celebration
Downtown
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
The City is proud to pay tribute to our men and women in the military by providing an annual “Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration”. This civic celebration honors and celebrates the brave men, women, and families who have fought and sacrificed for our liberty and freedom. Website
Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars at Reliant Park
Southwest Houston
Thursday, November 12 - Sunday, November 15, 2026
Chart a course through the night sky to Disney On Ice — where every story starts with a wish! Take a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stories of Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story, and Cars, and today’s favorites including Encanto, Frozen 2, and Moana. Website
Santa's Wonderland in College Station
College Station
Friday, November 13 - December 31, 2026
Experience Santa's magical world at the biggest Christmas attraction in the state of Texas. Enjoy hayride tours, train rides, live music, shopping, horse and carriage tours, a food village, campfires, and more. Website
Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston
Southeast Houston
Saturday, November 14 - Sunday, January 3, 2027
Mission Control to all explorers: A rare celestial event is lighting up Houston! Galaxy Lights, presented by Wellby Financial, is a space-themed holiday light show that defies gravity, taking visitors on an adventure to the edge of the universe. This year, families can also experience the NEW galactic snow slide, with fun for all ages! Website
Radiant Nature at the Houston Botanic Garden
Southeast Houston
Friday, November 20 - Sunday, February 21, 2026 (Select Dates)
Experience a dazzling Chinese lantern festival with larger-than-life installations showcasing the beauty of nature and celebrating the promise of the Lunar New Year. Website
Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells by Main Street Theater
Midtown
Sunday, November 15 - Sunday, December 20, 2026 (Select Dates)
Everyone’s favorite first grader is back for the holidays in Main Street Theater’s production of Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! Website
Zoo Lights at the Houston Zoo
Museum District
Thursday, November 19, 2026 - Sunday, January 3, 2027
A favorite Houston holiday tradition is back! This holiday season, families can step into a world where wildlife comes to light, with glowing displays around every corner. Website
Lighting of the Doves Festival
The Woodlands – FREE
Saturday, November 21, 2026
The Festival includes traditional and international performances, showcasing the cultural diversity of The Woodlands and holiday traditions celebrated around the world. Featuring snow play areas, vendor booths, children’s activities and strolling entertainment, Lighting of the Doves culminates with a special appearance by Santa Claus arriving by sleigh down The Woodlands Waterway and a dazzling fireworks display. Website
A Berry Merry Christmas at Dewberry Farm
Brookshire
Saturday, November 21 - Wednesday, December 30, 2026
This Christmas you don't have to drive far and spend your entire budget for a little holiday magic—Get into the spirit of the season and make magical holiday memories at Dewberry Farm! Website
Annual City of Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade
Downtown – FREE
Thursday, November 26, 2026
Get ready, Houston! The 77th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade is rolling through downtown again! As one of the oldest Thanksgiving Day Parades in the nation, this beloved tradition draws hundreds of thousands of Houstonians together to celebrate each year. Website
The Houston Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
Downtown
Friday, November 27 - Monday, December 28, 2026 (Select Dates)
Houston’s holiday tradition continues with the magic and wonder of Stanton Welch’s The Nutcracker. Website