Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend of November 10 Children’s Festival Dino Party, Fall Festival, & More!
Our picks for things to do in Houston with kids this weekend of November 10 include the Frostival and Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green!, Children’s Festival: Dino Party, Fall Festival, Frostival, The Little Mermaid Movie Screening, & more!
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TOP PICK – Frostival and Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green!
Enjoy Winter Wonders with Frostival and Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green!
As Houston’s favorite holiday destination, Discovery Green, along with the Green Mountain Energy Ice, invites everyone to make the most of this winter season. Whether you’re gliding on the ice, marveling at public art, or simply enjoying the festive atmosphere, there’s a touch of magic waiting for everyone at Discovery Green!
Excited to have fun and slide and glide through the coolest ice rink in Houston? Then take note of the hours of operation so you can plan your visit soon!
- Monday – Thursday 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
- Friday, Saturday & HISD School Holidays* 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
- Sunday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Thanksgiving Day 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
- Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve – 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Christmas Day & New Year’s Day – 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- Martin Luther King Day (Jan. 15) – 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
*HISD School Holidays are (Nov. 20 – 24; Dec. 25 – 29; Jan. 1 – 5, 8 & 15)
Green Mountain Energy Ice closes to the public at 5 p.m. on Nov. 19, Dec. 17, and Jan. 21 and at 4 p.m. on Dec 10 & 12.
Where: Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010
How Much: Regular admission for the ice rink is $17 plus tax, including skate rentals
For more information and the latest updates on events and schedules, visit Discovery Green’s website and sign up for the newsletter at discoverygreen.com/newsletter.
Create Wonderful Memories with the Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet in Sugar Land!
The Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet is back, and it’s better than ever!
Bring your family and friends to experience this beloved holiday tradition, featuring an international cast of world-class dancers, Ukrainian Principal Artists, jaw-dropping acrobatics, larger-than-life puppets, and stunning hand-crafted sets and costumes. You’ll be transported to a magical world of wonder and nostalgia, where anything is possible. Don’t miss your chance to see this unforgettable ballet!
Don’t miss out on the best seats. Book your tickets to the Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet TODAY!!!
Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend of November 10, 2023 – Friday
Pearland Restaurant Weeks
Celebrate Pearland’s colorful restaurant scene at the monthlong Pearland Restaurant Weeks!
The event features curated menus and specialty offerings from some of Pearland’s best restaurants. A portion of all orders will go to the Pearland Neighborhood Center.
When: Friday, November 10 – 30, 2023
Where: Multiple locations
How Much: $29 for 2-course breakfasts and lunches | $35 for 3-course dinners
Disney on Ice: Find Your Hero
Image credit: NRG Park
Watch Mickey and his friends sing and glide around the ice in wonderful costumes at the Disney on Ice: Find Your Hero show! Your favorites like Mirabel, Moana, Elsa, Maui, Ariel, and others will be there to delight everyone and inspire them to search for the inner hero that lives inside. If you’re looking for Houston events this week to take your kids to, this is the perfect one for you.
When: Thursday – Sunday, November 9 – 12, 2023, 7:30 pm
Where: NRG Park, NRG Center, 1 NRG Pkwy, Houston, TX 77054
How Much: Starts at $20
Frostival
Image credit: Discovery Green
Welcome the jolly season this weekend with your loved ones at Discovery Green’s annual winter celebration, Frostival! Enjoy the night and have fun with the Snow Zone, art cars, photo ops with Houston’s own Pancho Claus and Black Santa, performances by J-Dance Company, and, of course, ice skating at the rink. The first 50 skaters get to skate for free!
When: Friday, November 10, 2023, 6 pm – 10 pm
Where: Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010
How Much: Regular admission for the ice rink is $17 plus tax, including skate rentals
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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 on Saturday with Kids – November 11, 2023
Bella Gaia and William Close & the Earth Harp Collective at Miller Outdoor Theatre’s Final 100th Anniversary Celebration
Get ready for a captivating journey through time and space at Miller Outdoor Theatre’s grand finale event for their 100th-anniversary celebration!
This extraordinary evening will transport you through the ages with imaginative machines, eccentric performers, photo installations, live mural painting, and more, culminating in a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration between BELLA GAIA and William Close & The Earth Harp Collective.
This cosmic spectacle weaves together music, captivating dance, aerial acrobatics, and NASA satellite imagery to tell a profound tale of the planet’s interconnectedness.
When: Saturday, November 11, 2023, 7:30 PM (2 hours) | Pre-show starts 5:30 PM
Where: Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030, United States
How Much: FREE
Tickets will be available starting November 10 at 10:00 AM. The performance will also be live-streamed on the Miller Outdoor Theatre website, YouTube Channel, and Facebook.
For more information on tickets and seating, visit the Miller Outdoor Theatre website.
Nutcracker Artisan Market
If you’re looking for fun things to do this weekend in Houston with kids, try holiday shopping with the family at Bernhardt Winery’s Nutcracker-themed market. There, you can get your holiday shopping going while enjoying the spectacular views of the rolling hillside.
After shopping, you can kick back, relax, and enjoy fresh local eats and live music.
When: Saturday, November 11, 2023, 12 pm – 6 pm
Where: Bernhardt Winery, 9043 County Rd 204, Plantersville, TX 77363
How Much: No cover
Children’s Festival: Dino Party
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Walk amongst amazing dinosaurs and explore the world of these fascinating creatures at the two-day Dino Party in the Woodlands. Get to go on so many fun adventures and get to do so many creative things like art projects. Please check the event’s official website for a complete list of events.
When: Saturday – Sunday, November 11 – 12, 2023
Where: Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380
How Much: $10
The Secret Life of Soil
Are your kids curious about dirt and soil? Let them learn so much more about it in this hands-on class at the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center.
The class will teach kids about the many factors that form soil, how they affect above-ground life, and what you can do to make your garden’s soil better. Please make sure to wear comfy clothes and shoes.
When: Saturday, November 11, 2023, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Where: Houston Arboretum and Nature Center, 4501 Woodway Dr, Houston, TX 77024
How Much: $25 – $35
The Little Mermaid Movie Screening
Image credit: Discovery Green
Watch as Ariel follows her dreams in the 2023 live-action remake of the Disney classic film at this weekend’s Screen on the Green. Don’t forget to bring your favorite snacks and drinks!
When: Saturday, November 11, 2023, 7 pm
Where: Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010
How Much: Free
Fall Festival
Image credit: League City Historical Society
Enjoy old-fashioned fall fun with the whole family this weekend at the Armand Bayou Nature Center’s Fall Festival! There will be wagon rides, games, great food, and so much more for everyone to enjoy.
When: Saturday – Sunday, November 11 – 12, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm
Where: Armand Bayou Nature Center, 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX 77058
How Much: Starts at $5
Veterans Day: American Heroes Parade
Pay tribute to the brave men and women serving in our military this weekend at the Veterans Day: American Heroes Parade in Downtown! Local veteran organizations, ROTC and Junior ROTCs, supporters, and bands will all participate in the parade to honor our veterans.
When: Saturday, November 11, 2023, 10 am
Where: Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002
How Much: Free
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Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend of November 12, 2023 – Sunday
Brews and Browse Autumn Market
Celebrate this beautiful time of the year with shopping at the festive Autumn Market at Urban South HTX!
Aside from the vendors, there will also be tons of fun activities for the whole family including a bounce house, face painting, raffle prizes, food, candy, and more.
When: Sunday, November 12, 2023, 1 pm
Where: Urban South HTX Brewery, 1201 Oliver St #10, Houston, TX 77007
How Much: Free
Do you know of any more Things to do in Houston with kids this weekend of September 22? Share them with us in the comments!
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! Hope you enjoyed our list!
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