Bank of America Museums on Us® – Free Weekend
Houston, TX 901 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002, HoustonDuring the first full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of every month, Bank of America offers cardholders free general admission to more than 225 cultural institutions in dozens of cities across the US through their Museums on Us® program. Free admission is for the cardholder only but that will give you a pretty big family discount! Currently, many Houston area museums participate (always verify before you go as participation is subject to change). HoustonHouston Museum of Natural ScienceThe Children's Museum of HoustonThe Museum of Fine Arts, Houston LOCATION & DETAILS
Houston Arboretum | “Mowing” Goats
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center 4501 Woodway Drive, HoustonFrom the Organizer: Rent-a-Ruminant® goats return to the Houston Arboretum for “mowing” around the 610 Parking Loop area May 3-10 Media and the public welcome to come and view the activity The goats from Rent-a-Ruminant® Texas return to the Houston Arboretum May 3 – 10 to “mow” the overgrown vegetation in the 2.3 acre area encircled by the 610 Parking Loop. The popular animals made appearances in October and November of 2020 when they worked on the vegetation and invasive species around the Woodway Loop ponds and 7-acre savanna areas respectively, while in March 2021, they “landscaped” the 2.6-acre Meadow area. The public is welcome to
Free Historic Sites Day
Texas TexasFrom the organizer: Free Admission to Texas Historical Commission State Free | Historic Sites Day Saturday, May 7 In celebration of National Preservation Month and National Travel and Tourism Week, the Texas Historical Commission (THC) will offer free admission to participating state historic sites on Saturday, May 7. See a full list of participating historic sites below. Partipating State Historic Sites ActonBarrington PlantationCaddo MoundsCasa NavarroConfederate Reunion GroundsEisenhower BirthplaceFannin BattlegroundFanthorp InnFort GriffinFort LancasterFort McKavettFrench LegationFulton MansionGoodnight RanchKreische BreweryLandmark InnLevi Jordan PlantationLipantitlanMagoffin HomeMission DoloresMonument HillOld Socorro Mission Palmito Ranch BattlefieldPort Isabel Lighthouse (discounted entry)Sabine Pass BattlegroundSam Bell Maxey HouseSam Rayburn HouseSan Felipe de AustinSan Jacinto BattlegroundStar of the Republic
Generation Park Block Party at Redemption Square
Redemption Square 250 Assay Street, HoustonFrom the organizer: The 3rd Annual Generation Park Block Party at Redemption Square is on May 7th, 2022 from 4PM to 10PM. All of Houston is invited to enjoy a day of fun and entertainment for the entire family. This year we have partnered with the Lake Houston Rotary, a local 501c3, to support their scholarship and grant efforts for Lake Houston area students furthering their education. Tickets to enter are free! Get them here. Enjoy live music all day long from the pavilion at Redemption Square with performances from local and regional acts. In addition to a selection of food trucks, the restaurants at
“Looking Back” History Boat Tours
Allen's Landing 1001 Commerce St., HoustonFrom the organizer: Look back at Houston’s history while cruising Buffalo Bayou with a local historian. Your guide will share stories of the Allen brothers and provide historical information about the people, places and events along the bayou that helped shape Houston. Departure location: 1019 Commerce Street (at Main Street), go down the cascading stairs (on your left of the 3-story brown brick building). The pontoon boat will be docked at the wharf. Weather permitting. Reservations Required.
School Days at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
Hurricane Harbor Splashtown 21300 I-45, SpringFrom the organizer: Students and teachers love School Days at Hurricane Harbor. We offer special school rates on admission and meal packages. With world class rides and live entertainment this will be one school outing you won’t forget. Grab your spot before anyone else. Kick back, relax, and take credit for the best field trip ever! Request Information Download Order Form LOCATION & DETAILS
The Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious! Traveling Exhibit at The Woodlands Children’s’ Museum
The Woodlands Children's Museum 4775 West Panther Creek Drive #280, The WoodlandsCurious George Exhibit Are you ready to Monkey Around? The Woodlands Children’s Museum is going bananas over the arrival of the Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious! It is a traveling exhibit that is in house from Friday, February 11th through Saturday, May 14th, 2022. Curious George™ books and TV shows have delighted audiences for over 80 years. They share enlightening stories about a little monkey and his life lessons. The new Curious George exhibit, Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious! inspires young children’s natural curiosity as they explore early science, math and engineering. Also, kids are immersed in a hands-on interactive play environment. They can roam
Water Works Festival
Houston Botanic Garden 8220 Park Place Blvd., HoustonFrom the organizer: Join Houston Water for the 2022 Water Works Festival, May 7 at the Houston Botanic Garden. The FREE event features family-friendly activities, 50+ vendors, raffles, and more! Learn from experts about topics such as sustainability, environmental protection, water conservation, water infrastructure, recycling, the water cycle, local water systems, native plants, species habitats, weather and ecology. The first 100 attendees get a free prize! For more information & RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/304939160237
Discovery Green | Water Play at Kinder Lake – Kayaks
Discovery Green 1500 McKinney, HoustonFrom the organizer of Water Play at Kinder Lake: Kayaking on Kinder Lake at Discovery Green® is a fun and easy way to try out this water sport beneath the shadow of the Houston skyline. Leisurely kayak the shallow Kinder Lake and enjoy all the fish swimming beneath the surface. Kayak rentals areprovided by Bayou City Adventures and subject to weather conditions. If you have any questions, or would like more information please call 713-538-7433. Kayak Rides and R/C Boats on Kinder LakeMarch 12 – 20, Open Daily for Spring BreakOpen Every Saturday & Sunday during the Spring SeasonCheck back for exact times. No RSVP required.Kayak rides are $5
HCCC | Hands on Houston
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft 4848 Main Street, HoustonFrom the organizer: HANDS-ON HOUSTON is a free drop-in event held the first Saturday of every month. Each month, a teaching artist demonstrates a craft related to the current exhibitions. Families and children of all ages are welcome to come any time between 11 AM and 3 PM and participate in a 15 – 20 minute activity. Materials are provided. This program supports HCCC’s mission to advance education about the process, product, and history of craft. Learn more here. Check out the 'More Information' tab to see the craft of the month. LOCATION & DETAILS
Space Center Houston | Overnight Experiences for Cub Scouts
Space Center Houston 1601 NASA Pkwy., HoustonFrom the organizer: Space Center Houston Cub Scout Overnight Experiences is excited to welcome back Scouts. To ensure a safe environment for our campers and crew members, we ask all participants to review our new health and safety policies and procedures as well as our Overnight Experience FAQ before participating. Each overnight is tailored to the individual ages of the Scouts. The activities are badge-inspired, STEM-based and all about space! Come experience Space Center Houston’s Cub Scout Overnight activities. Immerse yourself in a setting where your imagination can take flight as you design, build, create, program and launch into a new world of opportunity and exploration. Demonstrate Scout leadership
Movies in the Park at Dow Park
Dow Park 610 E San Augustine St, Deer ParkFrom the organizer: Come out and enjoy great family movies on our giant movie screen for free in Dow Park! Upcoming Movies Movie Starts at Dusk. Want to check approximate time? Visit timeanddate.com Upcoming movies: May 7 - Detective Pikachu (rated PG) June 4 - Luca (rated PG)August 6 - Space Jam (rated PG)
Discovery Green | Screen on the Green
Discovery Green 1500 McKinney, HoustonOn Saturdays we wear pink.
Waugh Bat Colony Tours
Buffalo Bayou Partnership 1019 Commerce St, HoustonFrom the organizer: About Guests will enjoy an amazing view of the bats’ dusk emergence from Waugh Drive Bridge. Learn more about these 250,000 magnificent Mexican free-tailed bats that share the city with us. Time: Boat departs 30 minutes before sunset Departure location: 1019 Commerce Street, Houston, TX 77002 (at Main Street), go down the cascading stairs (on your left of the 3-story brown brick building). The pontoon boat will be docked at the wharf. What to Know Duration - 90 minutesAll boat tours are subject to cancellation due to weather and water conditions.Take care of any “pit stops” before the tour, as the restroom
2022 Season at Miller Outdoor Theatre
Miller Outdoor Theatre 6000 Hermann Park Drive, HoustonFrom the organizer: 2022 Season at Miller Outdoor Theatre Enjoy the 2022 Season at Miller Outdoor Theatre. Performances are free and held rain or shine! Tickets are available online for most performances 1-2 days in advance. Check out other performances: Children's PerformancesThe Houston Shakespeare FestivalMovies at Miller Schedule April 1 April: REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG: THE ELTON JOHN TRIBUTE STARRING CRAIG A. MEYER 8:00pm Details2 April: HOUSTON'S GOT BOLLYWOOD: MELA - THE CARNIVAL PRODUCED BY MOKSH COMMUNITY ARTS, 8:00pm Details9 April: CIRQUE ZUMA ZUMA, 8:00pm Details15 April: AMERICA, 8:15pm Details16 April: PHILLY SOUL SOUND PRODUCED BY THE COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER OF HOUSTON, 8:15pm Details23