What's Open on Christmas Day in Houston: A List of Awesome Things To Do
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Get out of the house on December 25 with one of these fun ideas.
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Get out of the house on December 25 with one of these fun ideas.
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It's finally playground season, and there are tons of playgrounds in Houston. A ton. (Including some pretty great splash pads.) And some are better than others. So, if you'd like to find a park with a great playground in Houston where you can easily spend a few hours or even the entire day, read on to learn more about these 13 parks in Houston with playgrounds that are definitely worth the drive.
For more info on parks near Houston, places to hike, and more outdoorsy adventures, check out our Outdoor Activities Guide for Houston Kids.
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Fall is the perfect time of year to take a day trip from Houston — the weather is nicer and the holiday madness has yet to begin. These 11 fun day trips from Houston are the perfect changes of scenery for kids, so pack up the car and go look at 'gators, check out a castle, or see where Texas' favorite ice cream is made.
And for more kid-friendly things to do around Houston this fall, check out our Fall Fun and Harvest Guide for Houston Families.
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Busy schedules mean the kids need care in the awkward hour(s) after school, but finding an affordable afterschool program in Houston can be difficult. Luckily, we've done the work for you and found this list of safe, fun, and cheap afterschool programs in Houston. Some of them are even free!
If you're looking for specialty classes, like swimming, STEM, cooking, or more, we have a great collection in our Guide to Classes for Houston Kids.
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Summer birthday parties in Houston are tough — until you add water. These pools, water parks, and aquatic centers in Houston will ensure your guests have a great time and stay cool. All of these birthday party options have fees associated with them, but we also have recommendations for some of the city's best FREE swimming pools where you can call the city of Houston for reservation details. There are also some great pools around Houston for indoor pool parties. And for more ideas on where and how to throw the best birthday party in and around Houston, check out our Houston party guide.
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Texas swimming lakes and summertime go together like toddlers and trucks — it's a sure-bet combo. While we love a day out at a fun water park, there is just something special about relaxing on the banks of your favorite man-made lakes - if you aren't a native Texan, don't judge us for this; we live in a mostly flat state - or riding the waves on a jet ski or tube. As a native Houstonian, I've spent at least one summer at these spots around the Lone Star State because they are beautiful and full of things for kids and adults to do.
For more water fun with extra sand, check out our Best Beaches in Texas.
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Looking for free events in March for Houston kids? Read on for our favorite free activities this March.
The great thing about March in Houston is that we get to enjoy the early spring before it gets way too hot and humid. After the chill of winter passes and before the summer heat, we are left with pleasant temperatures that are absolutely perfect for outdoor fun at spring festivals, outdoor storytimes, and more. And the nice thing about outdoor activities is that most of them are FREE.
So when you're not taking advantage of the nice weather by hitting up every playground in our Guide to Playgrounds and Parks in Houston, check out our event calendar and all of these FREE events happening in March that are perfect for kids. And if you enjoy free things and events, because who doesn't, check out our Free Fun Things to Do with Houston Kids guide.
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Looking for free things to do in February this month? Read on for some great options that won't break the bank.
And here we are, February! As we move full-speed into 2023, staying on budget is important to every family. This month's free kid-friendly events across Houston include everything from Rodeo Parades and Mardi Gras celebrations to kid arts and crafts, festivals, and everything in between.
For more free things to do this February, check out our Free Things to Do with Kids in Houston Guide, and don't forget to check our event calendar for fun things to do with kids around Houston every day.