Discover the 10 best kid-forward things to do in Greater Houston from Monday, August 10 to Sunday, August 16, 2026.
Events are not ranked but are listed in chronological order, by start date and time and then by end date and time.
Top 10 Things To Do for Kids & Families in Houston This Week
Houston City Tours: Open-Top Double Decker Bus in Downtown | Daily | Ongoing – Spy iconic Houston destinations, photo opps, and more on a fun, 90-minute guided tour of Downtown and beyond. $40; $35 ages 11 and under. Times vary. Get tickets.
Horizon by Olivier Landreville at Avenida Houston | Daily | Ongoing | FREE – Ignite imaginations, gently rocking in an interactive egg-shaped dome plussed with a light and sound experience. 6am to 11pm daily. Learn more.
The Conjurer: An Intimate Magical Experience with Master Magician Curt Miller in League City | Friday & Saturday – The family-friendly magician brings his close-up magic, clean comedy, and interactive theatrical show to South Shore Harbour Resort. $50. Times vary. Get tickets.
Houston Astros vs. Seattle Mariners at Daikin Park | Friday to Sunday – The ‘stros host the boys from Seattle in a 3-game series, each with special merch and giveaways. $14+. Times vary. Get tickets.
World Elephant Day Celebration at Houston Zoo | Saturday – Celebrate the zoo’s 11 Asian elephants with keeper chats, hands-on activities, and more. Included with admission. 9am to 4pm. Get tickets.
Paw-some Pup Playdate at Houston Children’s Museum | Saturday – Celebrate Paw Patrol with meet-and-greets with rescue pups Marshall, Chase, and Skye. Plus expect stuffed animal repair, storytimes, make your own stuffed pups, and more. Included with $22 admission. 9am to 5pm; 10am to 2pm meet and greets. Get tickets.
White Linen Party 2026: Tropical Music & Reggaeton at Pearland Town Center | Saturday – Wear all white for Pearland’s take on an August White Linen Night, with family-friendly fun, dancing, tropical sounds, and more. $11+. 4pm to 10pm. Get tickets.
For the Dogs at Houston Botanic Garden | Saturday – Bring your four-legged pal(s) for a doggie get-together featuring resources and a paw-full of dog-friendly vendors. $12; $8 kids; $5 dogs. 5pm to 8pm. Get tickets.
48th Annual Houston Pride Parade in Downtown | Saturday | FREE to View – Rescheduled from early June due to heavy rains, Houston’s official Pride parade takes to the streets of Downtown. VIP tickets with bandstand seating available. 5pm to 10pm; 7pm parade start. Learn more.
Family Zone at MFAH | Sunday – Find engaging kid-friendly gallery activities at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Included with museum admission; free for ages 12 and under. 1pm to 5pm. Learn more.
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