Discover your plans for family time this month with the 14 best kid-friendly things to do in and around Houston for March 2025.
As spring blossoms in Houston, March 2025 offers a vibrant array of family-friendly events to engage and delight children of all ages. Dust off your boots for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, unleash your artistic flair of the Bayou City Art Festival, and let some energy out at a giant bouncy house extravaganza.
With Spring Break experiences also in the mix, this month’s lineup promises memorable experiences for kids of all ages.
Top 14 Things To Do for Kids & Families in Houston This Month: March 2025
Houston Symphony: Sherlock Holmes & the Case of the Missing Maestro at Jones Hall | Saturday, March 1 – Join the symphony for a family-focused, interactive concert. When the conductor mysteriously disappears, it’s up to Detective Holmes and the audience to investigate the different instrument families and solve the musical mystery together. $25 and up. 10am and 11:30am.
Cirque du Soleil: Echo at Sam Houston Race Park | Ongoing to Sunday, March 23 – The world-renowned Cirque du Soleil’s new show Echo concludes its Houston run this month. The brand-new production brings Cirque du Soleil’s signature acrobatics, captivating visuals, and enchanting characters under the big top. $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.
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo at NRG Park | Tuesday, March 4 to Sunday, March 23 – The entire city is abuzz with the return of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, featuring rodeo action, live concerts, and a variety of kid-friendly fun from carnival rides and games to mutton bustin’, outrageous festival food, and educational exhibits like the petting zoo, Fun on the Farm, and Agventure, where kids and adults can learn all about agriculture. Special days include Armed Forces Appreciation Day on Wednesday March 5, Family Wednesdays on March 5 and 19, Sensory Friendly Day on Thursday, March 6, Black Heritage Day on Friday, March 7, First Responders Day on Monday, March 10, and Go Tejano Day on Sunday, March 16. Times vary.
Blippi: Join The Band Tour at Smart Financial Centre | Saturday, March 8 – Kids can enjoy a high-energy, musical adventure as Blipp comes to Sugar Land’s Smart Financial Centre. Blippi, Meekah, and live musicians will bring favorite tunes to life with fun sounds, rhythms, and instruments. Expect flashing lights, haze, and confetti. $47 and up, with a special photo experience for an extra fee. Ages 2 and up need a ticket. 2pm.
Spring Break Blast at Children’s Museum Houston | Saturday, March 8 to Sunday, March 23 – The Children’s Museum Houston invites families to its annual Spring Break event, featuring daily performances and interactive activities designed to ignite kids’ passion for learning. Highlights include human hamster balls, bungee trampolines, and confetti parties, ensuring a fun-filled experience for all ages., plus daily adventures including Pi Day, Mario Brothers, and more. Included with $19.98 admission. 9am to 5pm daily.
Theater District Open House 2025 in Downtown | Monday, March 10 | FREE – For the first time since before the pandemic, the Theater District Open House is back. The free, family-friendly event invites Houstonians for exciting day of inspiration and discovery as they explore Downtown’s top theaters and arts organizations. Perfect for all ages, the event makes learning about the arts fun and engaging through interactive performances, activities, and behind-the-scenes experiences. Noon to 5pm.
Spring Break BotaniCamp at Houston Botanic Garden | Monday, March 10 to Thursday, March 13 – Unleash your child’s curiosity at Houston Botanic Garden’s dynamic nature camp designed for kindergarten through fifth grade students. Through hands-on activities and sensory-driven lessons, campers explore the wonders of plants and nature in a fun, interactive environment. This year, the camp will focus on the life cycle, features, and secrets of flowers. $250 for 1 student for the 4-day week; $225 members. 9am to 2pm daily.
Pint Size Picks Spring Break Art Camp at Houston Toy Museum | Monday, March 10 to Thursday, March 13 – Kidcreate Studio hosts a weeklong, 5-day morning art camp in the Heights, where kiddos ages 3 to 6 will create characters like Spiderman, Rainbow Fish, and Olaf alongside messy clay creations. $250 for the full week. 9am to noon daily.
Houston Ballet: The Sleeping Beauty at Wortham Center | Thursday, March 13 to Sunday, March 23 – Suitable for ages 5 and up, the Houston Ballet’s production of The Sleeping Beauty, choreographed by Ben Stevenson, O.B.E. Performed in the gorgeous Brown Theater, the timeless fairy tale tells the enchanting story of Princess Aurora, cursed into a deep sleep and awakened by true love’s kiss. Audiences will be captivated by Tchaikovsky’s mesmerizing score and Desmond Heeley’s opulent set and costume designs. $25 and up, with $60 VIP experiences add-ons on selected dates. Showtimes vary.
Neon Brush Kids Edition: A Family-Friendly Art Experience at Resurrection MCC | Saturday, March 15 – 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. Future dates available. $27 guardian ticket required; $19 for ages 4 to 17. 1:15pm and 3:30pm.
The Big Bounce America at SaberCats Stadium | Saturday, March 15 to Sunday, March 23 – Get ready for 2 weekend of an inflatable extravaganza as The Big Bounce America brings the world’s largest bounce house to SaberCats Stadium. The family-friendly extravaganza features 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.
Birds, Bees & Butterflies at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center | Sunday, March 16 – The family-friendly, music- and nature-filled event features an interactive musical performance by former Houston Symphony Principal Harpist Megan Conley, accompanied by violin, celebrating our winged friends. After the concert, kids can engage in activities promoting pollinator-friendly practices, plus partake in the popular instrument petting zoo, where kids are invited to try out the harp for themselves. $8 and parents must attend with their children. Guests should wear outdoor-appropriate attire and closed-toe shoes. 11am.
Bayou City Art Festival Spring at Sam Houston Park in Downtown | Saturday, March 29 to Sunday, March 30 – Get ready for a creative celebration in the heart of the city. The Bayou City Art Festival Downtown transforms Houston’s streets into a vibrant outdoor gallery. Families can explore over 250 artist booths, enjoy live entertainment, and savor diverse food truck delights. Kids will love the Active Imagination Zone, packed with hands-on art activities and interactive fun for all ages. $20; $5 for kids (no ages limits are offered). 10am to 6pm both days.
The Moonwalkers: A Journey with Tom Hanks at Space Center Houston | Daily – Families can embark on an out-of-this-world adventure, with the 50-minute immersive film, narrated and co-written by Tom Hanks, bringing the excitement of lunar exploration to life. Experience real NASA mission audio, captivating interviews with Artemis II astronauts, and a mesmerizing score by Anne Nikitin, all projected in the newly renovated Space Center Theater. Included with admission—$29.95 and up; $24.95 and up for ages 4 to 11; $27.95 and up for ages 65+. Screenings run daily from 10:30am to 3:30pm.
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