Things to do in Houston with kids this weekend of November 18 | Bubble Science | Image Credit: Houston Arboretum
Our picks for things to do in Houston with kids this weekend (November 18-20) include Bubble Science, Wishlist Wonderland with Nintendo Switch, Music Trends Through the Decades, Family Capoeira, & 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 November 18, Things to do in Galveston this Weekend of November 18, and Things to do in Houston this Week of November 14!
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Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend of November 18, 2022 – Friday
Wishlist Wonderland with Nintendo Switch
Enjoy a fun, hands-on opportunity to learn about the Nintendo Switch family of systems and build your own personal holiday wishlist from a growing library of games like Splatoon 3, Nintendo Switch Sports, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass, Just Dance 2023 Edition and more!
While visiting the Wishlist Wonderland with Nintendo Switch experience, guests can demo select Nintendo Switch games in TV mode and handheld mode, and score special giveaways while supplies last.
When: Friday, November 18, 2022 | Runs until December 27, 2022
Where: Memorial City Mall by the Fireplace, 303 Memorial City Way, Houston, TX 77024, United States
How Much: Free
Student Performance: Longfellow Elementary School
Image Credit: Hermann Park Conservancy
Cheer and applaud the students from Longfellow Elementary School as they showcases their talents at Hermann Park as part of the 12th Annual Student Performance Series at Lake Park. Nothing is more encouraging for these kids than seeing plenty of people appreciate their talents.
When: Friday, November 18, 2022, 10 am
Where: Lake Plaza, 1700 Hermann Dr Houston, TX 77004
How Much: Free
The Polar Express Train Ride
Head over to Galveston this weekend and relive the enchantment of the legendary story as The Polar Express whisks you away for a one-hour voyage to visit Santa. Santa and his helpers board the train, just as in the movie, to welcome and present gifts to the passengers. There will be onboard entertainment, dancing cooks serving hot cocoa and pastries, as well as wonderful memories to be made. For the journey, families are invited to dress in their jammies!
When: Friday, November 18, 2022 | Runs until December 23, 2022
Where: Galveston Railroad Museum, 2602 Santa Fe Place, Galveston, Texas 77550
How much: From $52.50
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Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend – Saturday, November 19, 2022
Flea by Night presented by Green Mountain Energy
Discovery Green encourages Houstonians to patronize local businesses at the Flea by Night, an outdoor market that sells antique, handcrafted, recycled, repurposed, and local goods manufactured by local craftsmen and small business owners. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and plenty of pop-up stores while looking for one-of-a-kind vintage, handcrafted, recycled, and local goods.
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Located At: Discovery Green Conservancy, 1500 McKinney, Houston, Texas 77010
How Much: Free
Elf on a Shelf Story Time
Image Credit: Children’s Museum Houston
Kids and Kids-at-heart should visit the Children’s Museum this Friday, if you want to meet and greet adorable elves! Afterall, everybody loves an elf on the shelf! Be entertained by this charming Holiday story that’s for all ages!
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022, 11 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
Where: 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004, United States
How Much: $15
Bubble Science
Image Credit: Houston Arboretum
Curious about bubbles? From smoldering lava to foaming snails and spittlebugs, bubbles pop up in some pretty cool places. Join this event at the Houston Arboretum discover the magic of nature’s bubbles while creating your own bubbly fun!
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: 4501 Woodway Dr, Houston, TX 77024, United States
How Much: $12
Family Capoeira
Image Credit: Midtown Houston
Visit Midtown Houston and learn the unique Afro-Brazilian martial art of Family Capoeira, which teaches focus, rhythm, strength, and synchronization. The Brazilian Cultural Institute offers instruction available to families of various sizes and skill levels. Truly one of the best ways to bond with your kids while learning something cool and fun!
Our top pick for Things to do in Houston this weekend with family!
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: 2811 Travis St, Houston, TX 77006, United States
How much: Free
Tot*Spot Pop-Ups
There are plenty of exciting and engaging activities for the family and for your toddlers at Tot*Spot at the Children’s Museum Houston! For this weekend’s event, there will be a Component Exploration Pop-Up, featuring Ball Drop activity! Through this event, your child will engage in activities that can help develop the sensory and problem solving skills of your little ones.
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022, 10 am to 12 pm
Where: 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004, United States
How Much: $15
Music Trends Through the Decades w/ DJ Mohawk Steve at Green Mountain Energy Ice
Image Credit: Discovery Green
This Saturday, have fun skating on Discovery Green’s rink as DJ Mohawk Steve makes it more fun and lively with some cool pop beats. The best part, he’ll be playing classic hits and trends through the decades. So whether you remember exactly where you were when you heard your favorite song or you are experiencing it all for the first time, DJ Mohawk Steve will connect you to the power of the greatest hits.
When: Saturday, November 19, 2022, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where:Discovery Green Conservancy, 1500 McKinney, Houston, Texas 77010
How Much: $17 per person
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Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend – Sunday, November 20, 2022
Yoga on the Lawn
This weekend, give your body some fine-tuning through yoga! Join yoga on the lawn at Houston Arboretum and enjoy a grounding yoga practice surrounded by nature’s lovely sounds and views. This session, taught by Yogaleena School of Yoga, will be a Vinyasa Flow that is suitable for all levels.
When: Sunday, November 20, 2022, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Where: 4501 Woodway Dr, Houston, TX 77024, United States
How Much: $15
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The award-winning Space Center Houston is one of Houston’s most popular family attractions and takes visitors behind the scenes of the NASA Johnson Space Center. Filled with interactive exhibitions, multi-media displays, cutting-edge technology, and fascinating space artifacts, there’s something to amaze and entertain all ages. Full-day entrance ticket to the Space Center Houston includes the Nasa Tram, Mission Briefing Center, and Starship Gallery Choice of entrance times throughout the day.
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