Equitable Fun

8 Sensory-Friendly Experiences in Houston

The museums, theaters, and performing arts organizations that have special days dedicated to children and adults with sensory sensitivities.

04/19/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

PAR-TEE TIME!

Tiger Woods’s PopStroke Putting Empire Expands into Katy

The entertainment center features 36 holes, a playground and gaming area for the kiddos, a full-service restaurant, an ice cream parlor, and multiple bars.

12/07/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

TGIF

5 Family-Friendly Farms Worth a Visit in the Fall

Old MacDonald’s Farm, 7 Acre Wood, and more farms with cool fall events throughout September, October, and November.

10/18/2022 By Stephanie Bartels

WORLD OF COLOR

Color Factory: The Expert’s Guide to Houston’s “Rainbow Wonderland”

Unplug from everyday life with a rainbow-colored journey through Color Factory's immersive installations.

10/05/2022 By Stephanie Bartels

Mash The Throttle!

Monster Jam Is Roaring Back to Houston in October

Tour favorite monster trucks are revving up their engines to return to Houston on October 22 for a day of supercharged fun at the NRG stadium.

09/30/2022 By Jessica Lodge

FUN IN THE SUN

Last-Minute Family Activities to Try Before Summer Ends

The Children's Museum Farewell, Kemah Boardwalk and exclusive encounters at the Texas State Aquarium.

08/18/2022 By Alexia Partouche and Shelby Stewart

CANNONBALL!

The Best Private Pools to Check Out This Summer

From Domain Town Center's lazy river to The Houstonian's three pools, there are plenty of private pools to choose from in Houston.

05/19/2022 By Shelby Stewart

School’s Out

Here's What You Need For Spring Break in Houston

Shop spring break essentials from Target, Walmart and Amazon

03/11/2022 By Danielle Wright

Family-friendly Destinations

Get Out Of Houston On A Direct Flight To Puerto Vallarta

Direct flights and an all-inclusive price make Velas Vallarta an easy pick for Spring Break.

03/04/2022 By Jayme Lamm

Family Fun

Houston’s Best Kid-Centric Art Destinations

From Lego Brick Fest to fun interactive museums, the city is the perfect playground for a kid this holiday.

12/10/2021 By Sofia Gonzalez

A Process of Discovery

Uncover Your Ancestry With Houston's Genealogy Library

From digitized records to family stories, Clayton Library can help you explore your roots.

11/02/2021 By Geneva Diaz

ESSAY

Family Bonding Over Horror Movies

It takes a lot to scare my mom, she knows the true definition of scary.

10/27/2021 By Rolando Rodriguez

On Your Marks

Bayleigh Minor Keeps Family Legacy Alive at the AAU Junior Olympics

Minor received gold, silver and bronze medals at the tournament.

08/26/2021 By Carolina Larracilla and Shelby Stewart

Brick by Brick

A LEGO Convention Will Make Its Way to Sugar Land This Weekend

Fans will be able to see large LEGO models of historic locations in Texas.

07/21/2021 By Shelby Stewart

Trae Yay

Forget Trae Day, Houston's Getting a Trae Weekend

Trae Tha Truth's quadrupled the size of his annual day, stretching it out to four days of concerts, family fun, comedy ... and ice cream from July 22–25.

07/12/2021 By Jaisal Kalapatapu

Pass Go

Houstonopoly Bringing Classic Board Game to Life in Fun-Filled Pop-Up

The Instagram-worthy experience filled with nods to Space City runs June 4 through July.

06/03/2021 By Emma Schkloven

Oh, Baby

Want a Family? This Dating App Is Helping Houstonians Find One 

heybaby forgoes hookup culture with its mission of creating families. 

12/25/2020 By Brittany Cristiano

Happy in Houston

The Pursuit of Happiness: 60 Ways to Have Your Best Year Ever

New decade, new you.

12/27/2019 Edited by Dianna Wray

not ringling bros.

This Circus Tells the Story of Taiwan

Formosa Circus Art brings a Taiwanese twist on what you might expect at the circus.

08/23/2019 By Holly Beretto