Updated: Sunday, January 25, 2026
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February in Houston is jam-packed with family-friendly events, from exciting markets and outdoor activities to thrilling shows and fun hands-on activities.
Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable new show, a new year shopping experience, or a chance to get festive, this month has something for everyone. Dive into our ultimate guide to kids’ events in Houston this January to plan your perfect month of fun!
This month’s highlights include some of my favorites, like the Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour, Monster Jam, and Texas Lunar Festival!
This list is grouped by date range for easy browsing and quick planning.
Planning more outings this February? Explore our full list of Houston events and kid-friendly activities to keep the fun going all month long.
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For family-friendly activities this November and throughout the year, check out our list of 100 Things to do in Houston with Kids!
Also, check out our articles on Kids Eat Free Houston, Restaurants with Playgrounds in Houston, and Things to do in Houston with Teens
Kids Events in Houston in February 2026 (6th – 9th February)
Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour – Bring your family to the Toyota Center on February 7th to celebrate the Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour as the team debuts brand-new jerseys against the Washington Generals. Enjoy all-new surprises like the Spalding® Golden Basketball, epic pre-game Magic Pass experiences, and a free post-game autograph session for every fan.
Image credit: Harlem Globetrotters
Hands-on Houston: Bolo Ties – Prepare for Go Texan Day by bringing your kids to Hands-on Houston to craft a one-of-a-kind bolo tie. You will design and sculpt a custom bolo slide using polymer clay and add colorful beads for extra flair.
First Saturday Arts Market – Bring your family to the Historic Houston Heights for the 21st season of Houston’s original outdoor First Saturday Arts Market. You will explore a diverse array of original paintings, sculptures, photography, and jewelry while connecting with emerging and established artists.
Monster Jam – Prepare your kids for the high-flying stunts and action-packed excitement of Monster Jam. Watch metal giants like Grave Digger®, El Toro Loco®, and Sparkle Smash™ soar through the air in an experience unlike any other.
Image credit: Monster Jam
A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Follow Hermia into a magical forest filled with young lovers, feuding fairy royalty, a mischievous sprite, and hilarious amateur actors in Open Dance Project’s adventurous production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. You and your children will delight in aerial silks, acrobatics, and clever choreography set to a whimsical score by Kirk Suddreath and John Duboise.
Mardi Gras! Galveston – Experience the excitement of the third-largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States right in Galveston! Enjoy two weeks of parades, balls, balcony parties, and live music during this ultimate festival destination.
Image credit: Galveston Island
ARTECHOUSE Presents Fractal Worlds – Take your kids to explore the final weeks of ARTECHOUSE’S Fractal Worlds, where endlessly unfolding landscapes of light, color, and motion surround your family. Wander through 26,000 square feet of interactive galleries featuring over 30 installations that respond to your movement and invite curiosity, play, and awe.
Houston Botanic Garden presents Radiant Nature – Explore a spectacular, glowing wonderland at the Houston Botanic Garden! Discover giant Texas bluebonnets, a majestic serpent, and the entire Zodiac menagerie.
Kids Events in Houston in February 2026 (13th – 15th February)
Texas Lunar Festival – Bring your family to the annual Texas Lunar Festival to witness live cultural performances from across Asia and beyond that showcase a rich tapestry of international traditions.
Lunar New Year 2026 at Discovery Green – Bring your family to the heart of Downtown Houston at Discovery Green to celebrate the Lunar New Year 2026 with a free festival at the Anheuser-Busch Stage. Enjoy vibrant cultural performances from Lee’s Golden Dragon, Han Narea, Dance of Asian America, and many more.
Image credit: Discovery Green
Lunar New Year 2026: Celebrating the Year of the Horse – Bring your family to Asia Society Texas to welcome the Year of the Horse with traditional lion dancers, dynamic Chinese music, and dance performances on the festival lawn. You can also do hands-on arts and craft activities and visit The House of Pikachu exhibition while enjoying delicious food inspired by traditions across Asia.
Image credit: Asia Society Texas
HGO Family Day: Hansel and Gretel – Bring your family to HGO’s second annual Family Day for a 90-minute, relaxed performance of Hansel and Gretel sung entirely in English and directed by Sasha Cooke. Follow the brave siblings on their journey to the Witch’s house of cake while enjoying whimsical melodies and enchanting puppets.
Image credit: Houston Grand Opera
Asia Society Texas Lunar New Year 2026 – Bring your family to The Galleria for a free public celebration of the Year of the Horse hosted by Asia Society Texas. Enjoy an afternoon filled with arts and crafts activities, games, and festive performances designed for all ages.
2026 Lunar New Year Festival – Bring your family to the Chinese Community Center for a vibrant 2026 Lunar New Year Festival that has united thousands of people through cultural tradition since 2003.
Lunar New Year Festival – Bring your family to Market Square Park to celebrate the Lunar New Year with Lion and Dragon dancers, live DJ music, and creative workshops. Explore an artisan market filled with delicious food and unique goods while the first 200 guests receive special red envelopes containing downtown gift vouchers.
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Animeverse Fest – Take your kids to Animeverse Fest for three exciting days of meeting favorite celebrities, browsing over 500 vendors, and viewing awesome cosplay.
Image credit: Animeverse Fest
Monster Jam – Prepare your kids for the high-flying stunts and action-packed excitement of Monster Jam. Watch metal giants like Grave Digger®, El Toro Loco®, and Sparkle Smash™ soar through the air in an experience unlike any other.
24th Annual Rockets Run – Lace up your sneakers for the 24th Annual Rockets Run in Downtown Houston. Your family can choose between a 5K race, a 2-mile run/walk, or a Kids 1K. Registration secures your race entry, a ticket to a Rockets game, a commemorative finisher medal, and access to a high-energy post-race party.
Houston Botanic Garden presents Radiant Nature – Explore a spectacular, glowing wonderland at the Houston Botanic Garden! Discover giant Texas bluebonnets, a majestic serpent, and the entire Zodiac menagerie.
ARTECHOUSE Presents Fractal Worlds – Take your kids to explore the final weeks of ARTECHOUSE’S Fractal Worlds, where endlessly unfolding landscapes of light, color, and motion surround your family. Wander through 26,000 square feet of interactive galleries featuring over 30 installations that respond to your movement and invite curiosity, play, and awe.
Kids Events in Houston in February 2026 (20th – 22nd February)
ARTReach Market – Bring your family to the Outreach Center of West Houston for the ARTReach Market, a beloved community event celebrating creativity and connection where you can explore a variety of artistic works.
Asia Society Texas Lunar New Year 2026 – Bring your family to The Galleria for a free public celebration of the Year of the Horse hosted by Asia Society Texas. Enjoy an afternoon filled with arts and crafts activities, games, and festive performances designed for all ages.
‘The Big Swim’ 2026 – Bring your family to Asia Society Texas to celebrate the Lunar New Year with “The Big Swim,” a witty and heartwarming one-act opera retelling the fable of the Great Race and the Chinese zodiac.
Image credit: asiasociety
Houston Botanic Garden presents Radiant Nature – Explore a spectacular, glowing wonderland at the Houston Botanic Garden! Discover giant Texas bluebonnets, a majestic serpent, and the entire Zodiac menagerie.
ARTECHOUSE Presents Fractal Worlds – Take your kids to explore the final weeks of ARTECHOUSE’S Fractal Worlds, where endlessly unfolding landscapes of light, color, and motion surround your family. Wander through 26,000 square feet of interactive galleries featuring over 30 installations that respond to your movement and invite curiosity, play, and awe.
Kids Events in Houston in February – March 2026 (27th – 1st)
World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest – Bring your family to the World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest for an exciting day of food, music, and carnival fun.
Image credit: RODEOHOUSTON
Urban Souls Dance Company Presents Truth Be Told – Bring your family to The Hobby Center’s Zilkha Hall to witness Urban Souls Dance Company in their annual Black History Month concert, Truth Be Told. Experience a powerful evening of dance that honors the stories, ancestors, and cultural legacies shaping the Black experience.
ARTECHOUSE Presents Fractal Worlds – Take your kids to explore the final weeks of ARTECHOUSE’S Fractal Worlds, where endlessly unfolding landscapes of light, color, and motion surround your family. Wander through 26,000 square feet of interactive galleries featuring over 30 installations that respond to your movement and invite curiosity, play, and awe.
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