Plan out your Spring Break week with 25+ of the best camps, celebrations, and more things to do with kids and family in Greater Houston, now through Monday, March 23, 2026, and beyond.
Spring Break is upon us, and with it comes the scramble for family plans and activities that keep the week rolling along.
Fortunately, many of Houston’s signature parks, museums, and family-friendly destinations have you covered with week-long camps and activities for the whole family. Oh, and not to mention there’s a rodeo going on in town, offering daily fun for all ages.
Here are some of the best ways for families and kids to spend the Spring Break week in Greater Houston.

Spring Break 2026 for Kids & Families in Greater Houston
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo at NRG Park | Daily through Sunday, March 22 – Happening every day of Spring Break, the Houston Rodeo offers full days of carnival fun, festival eats, livestock and petting zoos, a vendor marketplace, and a nightly main event of bronco bustin’ and headlining concerts. Through Spring Break, you can catch performers like J Balvin, Lizzo, Shaboozey, Kelly Clarkson, and others. Grounds admission is $25; $10 ages 3 to 12; free for ages 2 and under. Carnival rides, rodeo and concert admission are not included. $30+ for rodeo competition and concert tickets include access to the grounds. 8am to midnight daily. Get tickets.
Rodeo Season at Sloomoo Institute | Daily through Sunday, March 22 – For the full run of the Rodeo, everyone who shows up wearing cowboy boots or a cowboy hat to Houston’s favorite slime experience headquarters, will have $10 knocked off their ticket price, which normally starts at $25.99. Times vary. Learn more.
Zoppé Family Italian Circus at Stewart Beach in Galveston | Friday, March 6 to Monday, March 30 – Captivating audiences for generations, the charming old-world one-ring circus returns to the Island with breathtaking acrobatics, equestrian stunts, clowns, and heartfelt storytelling in Galveston. Showtimes vary. Get tickets.
Spring Break Blast at Children’s Museum Houston | Saturday, March 7 to Sunday, March 22 – The Museum District’s kids mainstay hosts 15 days of Spring Break activities, with featured highlights like a Festival of Colors, Friday the 13th, the 21st annual Pi Day with an epic pie fight, circus performers, and more. $19.95 for ages 1 and up. 10am to 6pm daily. Get tickets.
Spring Break at Lone Star Flight Museum | Sunday, March 8 to Sunday, March 22 – Take flight with 2 weeks of daily activities at the aviation museum, including special visiting aircraft, hangar talks with behind-the-scenes crew, International Women’s Day, helicopters and drones, and more. $65; $50 members. Times vary. Get tickets.
Theater District Open House 2026 in Downtown Houston | Monday, March 9 | FREE – The free, family-friendly event invites Houstonians for an exciting day of inspiration and discovery with interactive performances, activities, and behind-the-scenes experiences. Noon to 4pm. Get tickets.
Funomenal Spring Break at Discovery Green | Monday, March 9 to Thursday, March 12 | FREE – Downtown’s official front yard hosts four days filled with fun, educational S.T.E.A.M.—science, technology, engineering, arts and math—activities and live entertainment. Noon to 4pm daily. Learn more.
Spring Break at Levy Park | Monday, March 9 to Friday, March 13 | FREE – The Upper Kirby jewel celebrates Spring Break with a week of programming for the whole family, including story times, crafts, children’s bingo, playtime with the Texas Bubblers, and more. Times vary. Get tickets.
Spring Break Camp: Sensory Explorers at Galveston Children’s Museum | Monday, March 9 to Friday, March 13 – For GCM’s spring break event, each camp is designed as a one-day experience, giving families maximum flexibility with no long-term commitment. $50 per day. 9am to 3pm.
Artist Boat Eco-Art Spring Camps at Artist Boat Headquarters | Monday, March 9 to Friday, March – Artist Boat Eco-Art Campers will experience true science and art enrichment with outdoor activities and art projects in Galveston. $40 to $80. 9am to 4pm daily.
Spring Break: Alley Play Makers at Alley Theatre | Monday, March 9 to Friday, March 13 – This week-long camp from Alley Theatre in Downtown lets K-8 student learners take on storytelling and acting. Meanwhile, teenagers from 8th to 12th grades can hone their skills in monologue workshops. $375 and up for the week. 9am to 3pm daily.
Spring Pyramid Kids Camps at Moody Gardens | Monday, March 9 to Friday, March 13 – Galveston’s own Moody Gardens offers hands-on experiments, games, art inspired by nature, and exciting attraction experiences guided by trained camp counselors and Animal Ambassadors. $50 per day for members and $60 per day for non-members. Times day. Get tickets.
Spring Break: Tie Dye & Slime at Kidcreate Studio Greater Heights | Monday, March 9 to Saturday, March 14 – Located in the Heights, this dynamic camp allows kids to embark on a colorful journey as they master the art of tie-dyeing and slime. $350. 9am to noon each day. Get tickets.
Spring Break Art-Making at MFAH | Monday, March 9 to Saturday, March 14 – Family activities at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston include art-making tied to the exhibition Frida: The Making of an Icon. $10 to $24. Times vary. Get tickets.
Spring Junior Golf Camp at Moody Gardens Golf Course | Tuesday, March 10 to Thursday, March 12 – Young golfers ages 8 to 13 are invited to build skills and confidence at the 2026 Junior Golf Camps. This 3-day camp introduces the fundamentals of golf through hands-on instruction and on-course experience. $130. 9am daily. Get tickets.
Spring Break 2026 at HCCC | Tuesday, March 10 to Friday, March 13 | FREE – Participants can experiment with different materials, tools, and techniques through hands-on activities like paper marbling, weaving, and more. 11am to 1pm. Get tickets.
Spring Break at The George Ranch | Tuesday, March 10 to Saturday, March 14 – Follow the ranch cowboys as they wrangle, wrestle, and blaze a trail through history at The George Ranch. Expect fun activities with the cowboys throughout the week. $11 to $16; free for ages 3 and under. Times vary. Get tickets.
CAMH: Spring Break at Around Houston | Tuesday, March 10 to Friday, March 13 | FREE – CAMH hosts art-making events around town that include drop-in drawing outposts at Aurora Picture Show, Houston Freedmen’s Town Conservancy, and Eldorado Ballroom. 1pm to 4pm each day. Get tickets.
Spring Break on the Square at Sugar Land Town Square | Tuesday, March 10 to Saturday, March 21 | FREE – Kiddos and families can enjoy spring break fun in Sugar Land, with daily live performances, larger-than-life characters, and interactive experiences. Times vary. Get tickets.
Moon 2 Mars Festival at Space Center Houston | Wednesday, March 11 to Saturday, March 14 – The returning festival celebrates the innovations that power space exploration with looks at cutting-edge space tech, immersive experiences, and astronaut appearances. Plus 2 days of live concerts round out the festivities, with The Wallflowers on Friday, March 13 and 311 on Saturday, March 14. $34.95+ up; $24.95 ages 4 to 11; free fages 3 and under. Times vary. Get tickets.
Spring Break: Anime Academy at Asia Society Texas Center | Wednesday, March 11 to Friday, March 13 | FREE with RSVP – Spend spring break exploring the colorful world of anime at Anime Academy, a free program designed for kids and families. From storytelling to hands-on artmaking, you’re invited to learn, imagine, and create. Noon to 3pm each day. RSVP.
Trail Mix at M-K-T in The Heights | Saturday, March 14 | FREE – The Heights destination throws a trailside kids party, with a concert by AndyRoo, magic from Dave and Jake Rangel, fun activities and giveaways from Tutu School and Mendocino Farms, and more. 10am. Learn more.
Spring Break Community Celebration at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston | Saturday, March 14 | FREE – Enjoy an afternoon of art-making activities and the first-ever Rodeo Radio Fest, featuring Houston-area teen performances organized by Contemporary Art Museum Houston and its Teen Council. 1pm to 4pm. Learn more.
Spring Break Blast at Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center | Saturday, March 14 to Sunday, March 22 – The week-long event begins with a Pi Day celebration and continues with a Festival of Colors, Animal Adventures, and more. $15. Times vary. Get tickets.
The Big Bounce America at SaberCats Stadium | Saturday, March 14 to Monday, March 23 – All ages can enjoy 2 weekends of an inflatable extravaganza when The Big Bounce America brings the world’s largest bounce house to SaberCats Stadium, featuring a 24,000-square-foot bounce house, a 900-foot obstacle course, and a sports arena. $22 for ages 3 and under; $35 for ages 7 and under, $35 for ages 15 and under; $45 for adults only, with dedicated time slots for each. Times vary. Get tickets.
St. Paddy’s Family Fun Day at Wakefield Crowbar | Sunday, March 15 | FREE – Bring the whole family to Wakefield Crowbar for an afternoon packed with activities, including a craft station, a giant sandbox, face painting, and prizes. 11am to 2pm. Learn more.
3rd Annual Girls on the Green at Discovery Green | Saturday, March 21 | FREE – Families can enjoy live music from Houston’s own Garbage Girlfriend, an inspiring panel, a curated Flea market filled with women makers and bakers, and an outdoor screening of Wonder Woman. 4pm to 9pm. Learn more. Get tickets.
March for Monarchs at Houston Botanic Garden | Saturday, March 21 – Complete hands-on crafts and participate in other fun activities throughout the Garden, while learning actions they can take to help protect monarchs and make their own backyards a welcoming habitat. $12; $8 ages 3 to 15. 10am to 2pm. Get tickets.
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