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Things to Do for Kids in Houston in August 2026
Houston Shakespeare Festival at Miller Outdoor Theatre
Museum District – FREE
Thursday, July 30 - Saturday, August 8, 2026
The University of Houston presents two of Shakespeare's famous works, The Tempest and Comedy of Errors, on the Miller Outdoor Theater stage for the annual Houston Shakespeare Festival. Website
Astronaut Days at Space Center Houston
Southeast Houston
Friday & Saturday, July 31 - August 1, 2026
Dive into the extraordinary world of space exploration with Astronaut Days at Space Center Houston! Discover why the Johnson Space Center is the heart of astronaut training and experience unparalleled access to real-life astronauts. Website
Seussical The Broadway Musical at Stageworks Theater
Northwest Houston
Weekends through August 16th, 2026
A musical perfect for the whole family, Seussical takes us into the world of Dr. Seuss, where we revisit beloved characters from childhood, including The Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, and Lazy Mayzie! Website
White Linen Night on 19th Street
The Heights
Saturday, August 1, 2026
19th Street's Annual White Linen Night is back, complete with a street closure, outdoor vendors, food trucks and live music! Website
Hands-on Houston: YOU-nique Zines at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft
Museum District – FREE
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Join HCCC and Zine Fest Houston to celebrate the closing of Clutch City Craft and explore self-expression by making a zine! Website
Back to School Bash Family Day at Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts
Spring
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Families can enjoy craft stations, storytime with Miss Alivia, free giveaways, a performance by Norola Morgan, Texas Bubblers, and more. Website
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire at Toyota Center
Downtown
Saturday & Sunday, August 1 - 2, 2026
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow-N-Fire is coming, and this year is bigger than ever! Featuring the world debut of all-new truck Rhinomite, jaw-dropping stunts from FMX riders, including the never-before-seen No-Handed Front Flip, a fire-breathing car-crushing robot dinosaur, and fan favorites like Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Bone Shaker™, Bigfoot®, and more. Website
Big 3 at Toyota Center
Downtown
hursday, August 6, 2026
Toyota Center is excited to welcome back BIG3 to the court for basketball, entertainment, and family fun! Website
Ringling Bros. And Barnum & Bailey Circus
Southwest Houston
Thursday, August 6 - Sunday, August 9, 2026
The all-new Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey returns with a high-energy, animal-free production featuring thrilling acrobatics, aerial stunts, comedy, music, and interactive entertainment for the whole family. Website
DroneArt Show: Harry Potter in Houston
Sugar Land
Friday & Saturday, August 7 - 8, 2026
Experience an unforgettable open-air spectacle as 1,200 illuminated drones recreate your favorite characters and most beloved moments from the Harry Potter™ films. Website
Movies on the Square: Back to the Future at Sugar Land Town Square
Sugar Land – FREE
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Bring your blankets, grab your spot, and enjoy the movie Back to the Future with family, friends, and neighbors. It’s an easy, relaxed way to spend the evening together. Website
Movie Night at Bagby Park: Pee-wee’s Big Adventure
Midtown – FREE
Friday, August 21, 2026
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a free outdoor screening of Pee-wee's Big Adventure during Movie Night at Bagby Park. Website
6th Annual Mariachi Festival
Downtown
Friday, August 28 - Sunday, August 30, 2026
A celebration featuring some of the best mariachi musicians and ballet folklórico dancers from across Texas. Website
Cirque-tacular: The Art of Circus
Museum District – FREE
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Step into a world where Van Gogh’s swirling skies, Da Vinci’s timeless genius, and Picasso’s bold visions leap off the canvas and into breathtaking motion! The Art of Circus reimagines history’s greatest masterpieces through gravity-defying acrobatics, mesmerizing dance, and jaw-dropping feats of strength and grace. Website