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Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Houston This Weekend
Wednesday, April 15 - Sunday, April 19
Looking for activities to do in Houston this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events to add to your list for this weekend.
Things To Do this Weekend In and Near Houston with Kids
Fleet Week Houston
Multiple Locations Around Houston
Wednesday, April 15 - Wednesday, April 22
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
Montrose – FREE
Saturday, April 18
Enjoy an afternoon of art, music, poetry, curator talks, and family activities in celebration of the museum’s vibrant neighborhood. Website
San Jacinto Day Celebration
San Jacinto Monument, La Porte – FREE
Saturday, April 18
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
Puranava Indian Culture Fest at Pearland Town Center
Pearland – FREE
Saturday, April 18
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
Super Saturday: Soccer Spectacular at Asia Society Texas
Museum District
Saturday, April 18
Kick off the spring with a Soccer Spectacular! At this Super Saturday, explore the different countries that will be visiting and competing in Houston during the upcoming World Cup. Take part in soccer-related crafts, cheering, and more, as you learn about soccer culture across Asia and the world. Website
Paper Flower Garden at Discovery Green
Downtown – FREE
Saturday, April 18
How does your garden grow? At Discovery Green, it grows when everyone participates. Learn fun ways to create artistic flowers out of construction paper, then find a spot to plant it in the community garden.” Website
Picnic In The Park: Evelyn's Park Earth Day 9th Year Anniversary Celebration
Evelyn's Park Conservancy, Bellaire – FREE
Saturday, April 18
Grab your picnic blanket and head out for this Earth Day celebration, featuring a full day of picnicking across the great lawn and gathering spaces, along with plenty of family-friendly activities. Website
Art Class for Families with Kandinsky at Rothko Chapel
Montrose
Saturday, April 18
Thanks to a twist in the space/time continuum, Wassily Kandinsky, celebrated painter and pioneer of abstract modern art, will be transported from 1930’s Paris to Houston’s internationally renowned Rothko Chapel, to lead a one-hour art class for families. Website
Traders Village Comicon
Northwest Houston – FREE
Saturday and Sunday, April 18 & 19
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
Autism Acceptance Day at Houston Zoo
Museum District
Sunday, April 19
April is Autism Acceptance Month, and the Houston Zoo is committed to being place where everyone can connect with wildlife and one another. To create an inclusive and welcoming experience for all, the Zoo is hosting Autism Acceptance Day on Sunday, April 19, providing a welcoming and sensory-friendly environment for guests on the autism spectrum and their families. Website