Discover the 15 best kid-friendly things to do in Greater Houston from Monday, February 10 to Sunday, February 16, 2025.
Top 15 Things To Do for Kids & Families in Houston This Week
Events are not ranked but are listed in chronological order, by start date and time and then by end date and time.
The Mysterious Circus at Lagoon Fest Texas | Daily | Ongoing – This world-class traditional circus production takes the best of dance, contortions, and daredevil acrobatics and combines them into one mysterious and thrilling show. $14.50 and up. Showtimes vary.
Artist’s Alley at The Rosenberg Library | Thursday | FREE – The Galveston library welcomes ages 13 to 18 to make things like Kandi bead necklaces and bracelets, Perler bead magnets and keychains, and miniature painting for games like Dungeons & Dragons. All materials are provided. 4:30pm to 6:30pm.
International Day of Women & Girls in Science at Children’s Museum Houston | Thursday – Explore the worlds of STEM with a host of hands-on experiences designed to showcase the excitement of the world around us. $19.95. 5pm to 8pm.
Picnic Science: Sheep Heart Dissection at Children’s Museum Houston | Thursday to Saturday – The museum’s educators take science to the next level and dissect a sheep heart in part of a series of ongoing outdoor science workshops. $19.95. Times vary.
Cirque du Soleil: Echo at Sam Houston Race Park | Thursday to Sunday | Ongoing – The world-renowned Cirque du Soleil continues the run of Echo, a brand-new production blending its signature acrobatics, captivating visuals, and enchanting characters. $60 and up, but you may find cheaper or better seats on the TicketNetwork resale market and save 20% off your tickets with promo code HOUSTON20. Showtimes vary.
Performing Arts Houston: Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock Live at Wortham Center | Friday & Saturday – Join Gobo, Mokey, Wembley, Boober and Red as they discover the legend of the Celebration Stone in this first-ever live Fraggle Rock stage production. $19 and up. Showtimes vary.
Valentine’s Day at Children’s Museum Houston | Friday to Sunday – The museum offers a host of holiday-themed activities and hands-on experiences, including craft workshops, music and more. $19.95. Times vary.
Animeverse Fest at NRG Center | Friday to Sunday – Meet beloved voice actors from your favorite shows, mingle with passionate cosplayers, and attend engaging panels and Q&A sessions. $20 and up. Times vary.
40th Annual Houston Bar Association Eikenburg Fun Run at Sam Houston Park | Saturday – Join in the lively and celebrated annual 8K race and 1 mile family walk in the heart of Downtown. $45 and up. 7:50am.
Courir de Mardi Gras Chicken Run at Tin Cup’s Caddyshack | Saturday | FREE – Da Krewe du Roux hosts their annual, family-friendly spin on an old Louisiana tradition with a day of fun, food, live music, and more in Galveston. 10am to 2pm.
Black History Month Celebration at Children’s Museum of Houston | Saturday – Kids and families can celebrate the legacy and contributions of the African American community at this special event, like storytime featuring Alicia Pal-Singh’s I See You, The Ensemble Theatre’s Profiles in Black exhibition, a superhero experience with Captain America, and more. $19.95. 10am to 3pm.
An Afternoon Tea with Queen Victoria at Moody Mansion | Saturday – Galveston Children’s Museum hosts a sophisticated yet playful afternoon filled with bite-sized treats, Victorian elegance, and the chance to learn proper etiquette and how to curtsy like royalty in the Moody Mansion ballroom. $30 for 1 adult and child pair. 10:30am to 12:30pm.
Black History Month Celebration at Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center | Saturday – Join in a series of storytelling and other activities marking the important contributions Black people and Black heritage have on American society. $15. 11am to 1pm.
Neon Brush Kids Edition: A Family-Friendly Art Experience at Resurrection MCC | Saturday – Kids can let their creativity flow and watch their canvases glow in the dark while painting in a UV-lit art studio. Future dates available. $27; $19 for ages 4 to 17. 1:15pm, 3:30pm, and 6pm.
2025 Pearland Lunar New Year Festival at Pearland Recreation Center | Sunday | FREE with RSVP – The family-friendly celebration of Asian culture marks The Year of the Snake and features and crafts, tasty food, vendors, and more. 11am to 4pm.
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