Things to do in Houston with kids this weekend of June 9 | Image credit: Emancipation Park Conservancy
Our picks for things to do in Houston with kids this weekend of June 9 include Juneteenth Family Fun Day at Emancipation Park, Sign up for Energenie, Otaku’s Summer Matsuri Food + Anime Festival, Children’s Day Celebration, & more!
Are you looking for things to do with your kids this weekend in Houston? H-town is a great city to raise kids. In fact, Houston is consistently regarded as one of the most family-friendly in the country.
Apart from a number of great schools, there are always so many different events that kids and families can participate in. The Houston Museum of Natural Science is an excellent destination during the weekends. There is also the Children’s Museum of Houston which always has a lot of great events. These are just two among many such event venues.
But, with so many things to do with kids in Houston, how can you know which ones are genuinely worthwhile? We’ve put together a list of the best weekend activities and events to entertain the whole family. There are cheap events for kids and free things to do with kids this weekend!
Remember to explore Things to Do in Houston this Weekend of June 9, Things to Do in Galveston this Weekend of June 9, and Things to Do in Houston this Week of June 5!
Also, remember to also check out our other Houston posts: Water Park Houston, Houston Pride 2023, Happy Hour Houston, and Splash Pads Houston!
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Deal Alert – Check out the Latest Deals on Kids’ Activities in Houston
Check out current discounts at highly rated kids’ activities including museums, horse-riding lessons, indoor climbing, gymnastics, paintball and more! Sometimes you can save as much as 75%, so make sure you check these deals on a regular basis and SAVE BIG while taking care of yourself!
Participating businesses include the Children’s Museum of Houston, Bowlero, Moonstruck Drive-In, multiple paintball locations, and many more!
Get more information and check out the Latest Deals on Kids’ Activities in Houston!
Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend of June 9, 2023 – Friday
Department of Wonder in Sugar Land
Things to do in Houston with kids this weekend of June 9 | Image credit: Sanjay Singam
Take a break from reality this weekend at Sugar Land’s Department of Wonder! This mind-bending immersive fantasy experience takes you through an enchanted forest just inside Sugar Land Town Square.
A few ways you can enjoy it include The Lamp Maker’s Apprentice where you go on a narrative journey to restore the fading magic and brightness of the enchanted forest.
Kids can enjoy the Make Believe experience. This guided play experience allows the kids to bring their imagination to life in a safe and engaging environment.
For adults, there’s the After Dark Experience. Here, you have 90 minutes to explore the magical realm with complimentary elixirs (cocktails and virgin cocktails).
When: Friday, June 9, 2023, 6 pm – 10 pm
Where: Department of Wonder, 2180 Lone Star Dr, Sugar Land, TX 77479
How Much: Starts at $39 for GP | Starts at $29 for kids aged 4 – 13 and 65+ | Free for kids aged 3 and under
Deal Alert – Big discounts on 1 hour long Horseback Riding Lessons in Conroe, TX
Location: 16463 Edgefield Lane, Conroe, TX 77302
A trainer at the highly-rated Lone Star Horsemanship helps students bond with horses & gain riding confidence through 60-minute English or Western lessons with four or fewer pupils. One 60-minute horseback riding lesson is discounted!
Get more information and book your Horseback Riding Lesson TODAY!!!
Things to do in Houston on Saturday with Kids – June 9, 2023
Juneteenth Family Fun Day at Emancipation Park
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Celebrate the nation’s newest federal holiday in this inaugural celebration which will bring together several Black communities for a day of joyous celebration of culture! The day will be filled with fun activities for the whole family including live performances, games, food, and more. There will also be a market for you to enjoy some shopping.
When: Saturday, June 10, 2023, 11 am – 8 pm
Where: Emancipation Park, 3018 Emancipation Ave, Houston, TX 77004
How Much: Free
2023 Lemonade Dash 5K and 10K
Run towards a sweet and sour finish this weekend at the Lemonade Dash! You can choose to pound the pavement in 5K, 10K, and Kids K lengths. After the race, there will be a fun party with food, drinks, music, and plenty of fun for the entire family. You’ll also get a Lemonade Dash finisher meal and t-shirt.
When: Saturday, June 10, 2023, 9 am – 2 pm
Where: Karbach Brewing Company, 2032 Karbach St, Houston, TX 77092
How Much: Starts at $20 for Kids K | Starts at $40 for other race lengths
LetsDoThisHouston: Cousins A’Million Community Bike Ride and Fundraiser
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Have an outing with the family and check out the Cousins A’Million and Letsdothishouston celebration at 3rd Ward Tours this weekend! The event will be filled with food, bike riding, and games. A portion of the ticket proceeds will also go towards providing free meals and snacks to low-income generating communities.
When: Saturday, June 10, 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Where: 3rd Ward Tours, 3409 Emancipation Ave, Houston, TX 77004
How Much: Starts at $24
Yellow Cup Weekend Festival
Have a blast with the whole family this weekend at the Yellow Cup Weekend Festival! There will be tons of games, food, art, live music, and more for you to enjoy. Grab your tickets now!
When: Saturday, June 10, 2023, 4 pm – 10 pm
Where: Naylor St, Houston, TX 77002
How Much: Starts at $34.99
Junie B. Jones: Toothless Wonder
Judie B. has a loose tooth and it’s absolutely freaking her out. What if she ends up looking like her toothless uncle? In addition to that, she’s the only one in her class not invited to a birthday party. It’s stressful but, of course, the only way to deal with it is through hilarity and heart. So join Junie B. on this journey as she learns how to face challenges with stride.
When: Saturday, June 10, 2023, 10:30 am
Where: MATCH – Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston, 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
How Much: Starts at $20
Sugar Land Junior Superstar Competition
Image credit: Sugar Land Town Square
Pick up your lawn chairs and head out to Sugar Land Town Square this weekend to support your favorite Sugar Land Junior Superstar candidate. Don’t forget to cheer them on as they belt out their yearning and determination for the crown.
When: Saturday, June 10, 2023, 7:30 pm – 9 pm
Where: Sugar Land Town Square, 15958 City Walk, Sugar Land, TX 77479
How Much: Free
Cruella Movie Screening
Discover how one of the greatest cartoon villains came to be by watching her origin story in “Cruella.” Enjoy an outdoor screening of it this weekend with the family at First Colony Mall. Don’t forget to bring your favorite snacks and your lawn chairs or lawn blankets for a great movie night out.
When: Saturday, June 10, 2023, 2 pm
Where: First Colony Mall, 16535 Southwest Fwy, Sugar Land, TX 77479
How Much: Free
Children’s Day Celebration
Enjoy a fun-filled day of celebration for Children’s Day at the Czech Center Museum Houston this weekend! The celebration will include an exciting scavenger hunt, Czech cartoons, a kolache eating contest, and so much more.
When: Saturday, June 10, 2023, 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
Where: Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto St, Houston, TX 77004
How Much: $7 – $10 | Free for kids aged 5 and under
Deal Alert – Air-conditioned Underground Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston
Did you know that Houston has the most extensive downtown tunnel system in the US? Join us on our Underground Tunnel tour (air-conditioned) without outdoor views for an in-depth look at the incredible metropolis below ground-floor in Texas’ largest business district including the most award-winning downtown skyscrapers which host many of Texas’ most noteworthy Fortune 500 corporate headquarters & historical venues.
As part of this day tour, we will visit multiple historical and artistic sections of Downtown Houston’s tunnels as well as the corporate buildings that lie on top of them. Make sure to bring your smile and camera as we will provide you with unique photo-op opportunities and inside secrets that most native Houstonians don’t even know about!
Book your Underground Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston TODAY!
Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend of June 9, 2023 – Sunday
Otaku’s Summer Matsuri Food + Anime Festival
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Anime lovers out there, this festival is for you! This two-day family-friendly anime fest will bring over 50+ food, drink, and anime vendors to the city. There will also be photo ops, voice actors, and all-day entertainment for you to check out and enjoy.
When: Saturday – Sunday, June 10 – 11, 2023, 12 pm – 10 pm
Where: Karbach Brewing Company, 2032 Karbach St, Houston, TX 77092
How Much: Free
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