Top 12 Things to Do for Kids in Houston This Week: June 13 to 19, 2022

KoumanKe'le' African Dance & Drum Ensemble take part in a Juneteenth celebration at Miller Outdoor | Courtesy of KoumanKe'le African Dance & Drum Ensemble

Check out what’s happening for kiddos of all ages at our picks for the best kid-friendly things to do in and around Houston this week from Monday, June 13 to Sunday, June 19, 2022.

This week offers time to celebrate with Dad, get artsy at camps and concerts, take a walk on the wild side with the family, meet Black Panther, and more.

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Top 12 Things To Do for Kids & Families in Houston This Week

  • Bringing Happiness Through Music at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Monday, June 13 | FREE – This inspirational concert brings Classical works from Houston Young Artists’ Concert musicians, ages 4 to 18, to offer a message of hope and foster greater appreciation for Classical music among the community. 11am.
  • Summer Art Camps for Kids & Adults at Kevo Arts Studio | Monday, June 13 to Thursday, June 16 – Kiddos and adults are welcome to take part in these weekly art camps with separate instructors. All classes are open to ages 7 and up, including adults, and begin on Mondays. Most classes are $100 for kids; $150 for adults. Class slots start at noon, 3pm and 6pm, each with different topics.
  • Family Nature Night at Nature Discovery Center | Wednesday, June 15 – Have an evening of family fun complete with themed paper and food crafts, a brief guided nature walk in the park, and an engaging, interactive presentation by Head Naturalist Eric Duran with live animals and specimens. $12 for ages 3 and up. 6:30pm.
  • Disney’s The Little Mermaid Live in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion | Thursday, June 16 – Head “Under the Sea” when Houston Symphony performs live to the classic animated Disney film, The Little Mermaid, at the outdoor venue in the Woodlands. $25 and up. 7:30pm.
  • Black Panther Meet & Greet at Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center | Friday, June 17 – Give the Wakanda salute and snap a pic with Black Panther at the Discovery Center in Fort Bend. $15 for ages 1 and up. 10am to 2pm.
  • Juneteenth Celebration at Children’s Museum Houston | Saturday, June 18 – Gather for an afternoon to celebrate Juneteenth in the Museum District. Hear about the life and leadership of Harriet Tubman, get interactive with a djembe drumming session, hear a children’s tale about diversity and inclusion from author Jatrean Sanders, snap a pic with Black Panther, and more. $15 for ages 1 and up. 10am to 6pm.
  • Father’s Day at George Ranch Historical Park | Saturday, June 18 – Give dad a day on the ranch at the historical park in Fort Bend, where he’ll learn to load and shoot replica flint locks and percussion rifles that date back more than a century. Classes are just for dad, but families can watch and enjoy the rest of the day, getting a taste of life before modern conveniences. $15 and up. Classes start at 10:30am.
  • Day of the Dad: Professional Photos with Dad at Sugar Land Town Square | Saturday, June 18 | FREE – Take a photo to last a lifetime. Visit Sugar Land Town Square for a free professional photo session with local photographer, Sharon Ku. 3pm to 5pm.
  • Father’s Day Weekend at Lone Star Flight Museum | Saturday, June 18 & Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19 – Feel the Force with dad all weekend, with Star Wars character appearances and demonstrations of aircraft that inspired the film series’ starships. Plus, craft a Father’s Day card, take a tour of NASA rovers, and more. $15 to $18; save $2 on Saturday if you wear a Star Wars costume; dads get in free on Sunday. 10am to 5pm.
  • Trolls Live! at NRG Arena | Saturday, June 18 & Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19 – Get ready for a hair-raising live tour when kiddos’ favorite characters form Trolls come to Houston, featuring Poppy, Branch, Cooper, and more in the colorful world of Trolls village for a performance with music, glitter, humor and happiness. $19 and up. Showtimes vary.
  • Daddy & Me: Father’s Day Painting at Prime Art Gallery | Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19 – Let your budding artist make a special memory with Dad this Father’s Day at a special themed paint party. $25 per person. 11am.
  • Juneteenth: The Journey to Freedom at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Juneteenth, Sunday, June 19 | FREE | Virtual Option – More than a dozen performers come together to tell the story of African Americans from 1865 to today, and their journey to the celebration of freedom through dramatic visuals, live music, narration and dance. 8:30pm.

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Shea Kummer
Shea Kummer is a mom to 3 active boys living in Katy. She has a business degree from Texas Christian University and a background in social media management. When she's not cheering on her boys, she can be found looking for the best ways to make lasting family memories.