Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend of October 6 Peppa Pig Live, Bubble Science, & More!
Our picks for things to do in Houston with kids this weekend of October 6 include the Texas City Museum Model Train Exhibition, Peppa Pig Live, Bubble Science, 49th Annual Texas Renaissance Festival, Friendswood Dance Festival, & more!
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TOP PICK! – Texas City Museum Model Train Exhibition!
Texas City Museum Model Train Exhibition
Get ready, train enthusiasts! The Texas City Museum is rolling out its annual Model Train Exhibition, and it’s shaping up to be a day full of miniaturized wonders!
With 17 operating model train layouts on display, from the grand scale G all the way to the tiniest Z, there’s something for everyone. And for the LEGO lovers out there, there’s even a LEGO layout to marvel at!
When: Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Ticket sales end at 3:30 PM!)
Where: Texas City Museum and the Showboat Pavilion right across the street.
How Much: $5 per person. All tickets must be purchased on the day of the event on location. Cash or credit card is accepted at the Museum, but cash-only at the Showboat Pavilion.
Note: Groupons will not be accepted for this special event, as it serves as a fundraiser for the Museum
For the preservation of the exhibits and the comfort of all visitors, no food, drinks, or pets will be permitted inside the Museum.
So, are you in for a day of track-filled fun? The Texas City Museum can’t wait to share this locomotive magic with you. Chug on over and join the fun!
Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend of October 6, 2023 – Friday
Fort Bend County Fair
The county fair is rolling back into Fort Bend this Thursday and will be continuing its 87-year tradition. Get ready for a week of rodeo events, carnival rides, BBQ cook-offs, live music, and more.
When: Friday, October 6, 2023, 6 pm – 11 pm
Where: Fort Bend County Fairgrounds, 4310 TX-36 S, Rosenberg, TX 77471
How Much: $15 for ages 12 and up | $5 for ages 6 – 11 | Free for ages 5 and under
The Original Greek Festival
Image credit: The Original Greek Festival
The annual Greek festival is coming back to the heart of Montrose!
Expect delicious Greek food, wine tastings, games, dancing, and tons of other family-friendly activities.
When: Friday – Saturday, October 5 – 7, 2023, 5 pm – 10 pm
Where: Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 3511 Yoakum Blvd, Houston, TX 77006
How Much: $5 | Free for ages 12 and under
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Things to do in Houston on Saturday with Kids – October 7, 2023
Texas City Museum Model Train Exhibition!
Texas City Museum Model Train Exhibition
Get ready, train enthusiasts! The Texas City Museum is rolling out its annual Model Train Exhibition, and it’s shaping up to be a day full of miniaturized wonders!
With 17 operating model train layouts on display, from the grand scale G all the way to the tiniest Z, there’s something for everyone. And for the LEGO lovers out there, there’s even a LEGO layout to marvel at!
When: Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Ticket sales end at 3:30 PM!)
Where: Texas City Museum and the Showboat Pavilion right across the street.
How Much: $5 per person. All tickets must be purchased on the day of the event on location. Cash or credit card is accepted at the Museum, but cash-only at the Showboat Pavilion.
Note: Groupons will not be accepted for this special event, as it serves as a fundraiser for the Museum
For the preservation of the exhibits and the comfort of all visitors, no food, drinks, or pets will be permitted inside the Museum.
So, are you in for a day of track-filled fun? The Texas City Museum can’t wait to share this locomotive magic with you. Chug on over and join the fun!
49th Annual Texas Renaissance Festival
Image credit: Texas Renaissance Festival
Turn back time and jump into a land of kings, knights, elves, and fairies at the Annual Texas Renaissance Festival!
There will be unique themes, delicious eats, and crowd-pleasing performances. You can also shop for unique crafts, clothing, leather goods, and more.
Costumes are also highly encouraged.
When: Saturday, October 7, 2023, 9 am – 8 pm | Ends on November 4
Where: Texas Renaissance Festival, 21997 FM 1774, Todd Mission, TX 77363
How Much: Starts at $29 | $15 for ages 5 – 12 in advance
Oktoberfest in Sugar Land
Image credit: Sugar Land Town Square
Sugar Land is going all out this year with Oktoberfest!
Expect an afternoon and evening of Bavarian music and dance, authentic German food, beer, games, prizes, and more.
There will also be kids’ polka lessons, a bratwurst eating contest, and more. Anyone can also compete for the titles of best dressed, best mustache, best beard, and more.
When: Saturday, October 7, 2023, 4 pm – 9 pm
Where: Sugar Land Town Square, 15958 City Walk, Sugar Land, TX 77479
How Much: $5 in advance | $7 day of the event | Free for kids aged 11 and under
Hands-on Houston: Inflatable Balloon Characters and Bouncing House
Dive into the exciting world of balloon-character sculpting with the kids at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft.
Explore various shapes and designs and try to make your very own balloon characters. There will also be a bounce house for kids aged 3 – 12 to enjoy.
When: Saturday, October 7, 2023, 11 am – 3 pm
Where: Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, 4848 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
How Much: Free
Peppa Pig Live
Image credit: Peppa Pig Live
Get ready to meet everyone’s favorite piggy with “Peppa Pig’s Sing-Along Party” this weekend. The production will be bringing a brand-new interactive show filled with singing, dancing, and puddle jumping.
When: Saturday, October 7, 2023, 2 pm
Where: Smart Financial Centre, 18111 Lexington Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479
How Much: Starts at $40
Friendswood Dance Festival
Enjoy an evening of dance this weekend with the family at the Friendswood Dance Festival! There will be performances by university groups, local dance companies, and the Friendswood Contemporary Ballet.
There will also be food trucks on site selling tasty treats.
When: Saturday, October 7, 2023, 6 pm
Where: Evelyn B. Newman Amphitheater, Centennial Park, 2200 S Friendswood Dr, Friendswood, TX 77546
How Much: Free
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Things to do in Houston with Kids this Weekend of October 8, 2023 – Sunday
Rocktoberfest Weekend
Rock out and have tons of October fun with friends and family at Kemah Boardwalks RocktoberFest!
There will be plenty of live music, a live DJ, kids’ activities, and more.
When: Sunday, October 8, 2023 | 12 pm – 5 pm
Where: Kemah Boardwalk, 215 Kipp Ave, Kemah, TX 77565
How Much: Free
Bubble Science
Immerse yourself in the magic of bubbles and create your own bubbly fun with the kids this weekend at the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. This hands-on session will guide you through all the places in nature where bubbles might appear.
When: Sunday, October 8, 2023 | 1:30 pm and 3 pm
Where: Houston Arboretum and Nature Center, 4501 Woodway Dr, Houston, TX 77024
How Much: $12
Cigna Sunday in the Park
Image credit: Houston Parks Board
Enjoy a wonderful day out get to meet new neighbors and spend quality time with the family with Cigna Sunday in the Park. There will be music, games, dancing, and tons of other fun activities for the whole family.
When: Sunday, October 8, 2023 | 12 pm – 4 pm
Where: Proctor Plaza Park, 803 W Temple St, Houston, TX 77009
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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