Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend of May 17 Include Sakura Festival, Howey’s Water Safety Festival, & More!
Our picks for things to do in Houston with kids this weekend of May 17 include the Sakura Festival, Howey’s Water Safety Festival, Toddler Healing Art, & more!
Things to Do in Houston this Weekend With Family
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Things to Do in Houston with Kids This Weekend of May 17 – Friday
25th Houston Greek Fest
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Celebrate the vibrant Greek culture at the 25th Houston Greek Fest! Here, guests can dig into Greek foods and pastries, try their feet at traditonal Greek dancing, shop from local vendors, and have plenty of fun.
When: Friday, May 17, 2024, 11 am – 10 pm
How Much: $10 | Free for kids aged 10 and under
51st Annual Pasadena Strawberry Festival
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Enjoy the strawberry season at the Pasadena Strawberry Festival! The weekend will feature carnival rides, a barbecue, a car show, mutton bustin’, a kids zone, and, of course, plenty of strawberries.
When: Friday, May 17, 2024, 3 pm – 11:30 pm
How Much: $15 | $5 for ages 6 – 10 | Free for ages 5 and under
Chocolate and Art Show Houston
Get to enjoy plenty of delectable chocolate treats at the Chocolate and Art Show Houston! Aside from that, there will be live performances by bands, art, and exclusive VIP opportunities.
When: Friday, May 17, 2024, 7 pm
How Much: Starts at $15
Toddler Healing Art
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Explore the transformative power of art with the kids with an interactive workshop designed for toddlers and their adventurous parents at Children’s Museum Houston. Paint, sculpt, and create your way to endless possibilities.
When: Friday, May 17, 2024, 11 am – 11:45 am
How Much: $19.95
Things to Do in Houston with Kids This Weekend – Saturday, May 18, 2024
Sakura Festival
Enjoy the vibrant sights and sounds of Asian culture at the Sakura Festival! Browse over 120+ vendors offering food and products, try various foods from around the world, and join games and entertainment options for all ages.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration
Explore different cultural experiences with the kids at the Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration at the Children’s Museum of Houston. There will be crafts like making seashell necklaces, live performances by Dance of Asia America, and more.
When: Saturday, May 18, 2024, 9 am – 5 pm
How Much: $17 for ages 1 and up
Howey’s Water Safety Festival
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Head out to Howey’s First Annual Water Safety Festival with the family! The event will help promote year-round water safety and drowning prevention. Enjoy crafts, games, food trucks, face painting, prizes, group CPR demos, water safety presentations, and more.
When: Saturday, May 18, 2024, 10 am – 4 pm
How Much: Free
Things to Do in Houston with Kids this Weekend – Sunday, May 19, 2024
Step into the ring of excitement this weekend with Texas All-Star Wrestling at Traders Village Houston! You’ll see the ultimate showdown with high-flying action, jaw-dropping moves, and unforgettable moments. There will also be shopping, rides, and more fun things to enjoy.
When: Sunday, May 19, 2024, 1 pm
How Much: Free | $6 for parking
Work together with your kids to create a cheerful, spring-themed native plant container garden. The plants in the container will attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your patio or yard. The project is best for kids five and above. Supplies will be provided, however, only up to two people can work on one container.
When: Sunday, May 19, 2024, 2:30 pm
How Much: $65 | $45 for members
Houston Symphony: The Music of Star Wars
Travel from one galaxy to another as Houston Symphony performs your favorite music from across the Star Wars universe. This includes “Rey’s Theme” to the iconic “Imperial March.” You’ll hear music from all nine films performed in chronological order plus selections from “Rogue One” and “Solo.”
When: Sunday, May 19, 2024, 2:30 pm
How Much: $54.88
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