08 | August | Greater Houston Moms

August in Houston might mean sizzling temperatures, but it doesn’t mean the fun has to fizzle out! The city transforms into a haven of family-friendly activities, offering exciting ways to cool down, explore, and create lasting memories. But with so many options, planning the perfect itinerary can feel like a challenge. That’s where Greater Houston Moms comes in!

Here’s why GHM is your secret weapon for planning a memorable August in Houston::

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August Event Highlights: Don’t miss out on the unique experiences August offers! GHM keeps you informed about and all the must-see attractions.

August HIGHLIGHTS

oUTDOOR mOVIES

Grab a picnic blanket and snacks it’s time to watch the big screen in the great outdoors. Find you family’s favorite Outdoor Summer Movie.

Back to School Houston

Your annual Guide for Back to School – start dates, calendars, celebrations and more!

more family-friendly August events

Date Night

Houston Homeschoolers

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8/01-30 CLOSING: Art Unleashed: Creativity You Can FEEL! Exhibit at Pearl Fincher MFA (Spring)

8/01-31 Audubon’s Birds of America Exhibit at HMNS! – closing September 1st (Museum District)

8/01-31 Extreme Animals Alive! Exhibit at HMNS (Museum District)

8/01-31 Floating World Exhibit at MFAH (Museum District)

8/01-31 Blooming Wonders at Artechouse (Heights)

8/01-10 CLOSING: Death By Natural Causes Exhibit at HMNS! (Museum District)

8/01-10 CLOSING: King Tut’s Tomb Exhibit HMNS (Museum District)

8/01-10 CLOSING: Ciao Bambini! Exhibit at Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land

8/01-31 CLOSING: Rolling Stones Presents: Amplified at Artechouse (Heights)

8/01-03 Jurassic Quest x Brick Fest Live at NRG

8/01 Tommy Terrific’s Wacky Magic at West University Library

8/01 Tomball Night and Parade of Lights

8/01 Houston Dash at Home (EaDo)

8/01 Moonlight Madness at the George Observatory in Brazos Bend State Park

8/01-03 Space Cowboys at Home (Sugar Land)

8/02 YUMMY! Holiday Food Classes: Back to School (Downtown)

8/02 Scenes of San Jacinto at San Jacinto Museum & Battlefield (LaPorte)

8/03 The Woodlands Cars & Coffee for a Cause

8/03 YUMMY! Holiday Food Classes: Back to School (Downtown)

8/05 Houston Dash at Home (EaDo)

8/07 Dive-In Movie at Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center

8/07 Summer Break at the MFAH (Museum District)

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8/08 Houston Dash at Home (EaDo)

8/09 Classic Cars and Coffee (Katy)

8/09 Houston Center For Photography Workshop at Evelyn’s Park Conservancy (Bellaire)

8/09 811 Day + Touch A Truck (Mont Belvieu)

8/09 Cypress Cars and Coffee

8/09 YUMMY! Holiday Food Classes: Back to School (Downtown)

8/10 Family Day at the Ocean Star Museum (Galveston)

8/11-17 Astros at Home (Downtown)8/12-17 Space Cowboys at Home (Sugar Land)

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8/16 YUMMY! Holiday Food Classes: Back to School (Downtown)

8/16 Movies Under the Moon: The Princess Bride, at Sugar Land Town Square

8/16 Houston Area Live Steamers FREE rides (Hockley)

8/16 Possums & Popsicles at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center (River Oaks)

8/17 Family Zone at MFAH (Museum District)

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8/22-24 Mariachi Festival (Downtown)

8/23 Houston Dash at Home (EaDo)

8/24 Houston Dash at Home (EaDo)

8/26-31 Astros at Home (Downtown)

8/29 Sensory Friendly Event at Space Center Houston (Clear Lake)

8/26-31 Space Cowboys at Home (Sugar Land)

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Planning an August family adventure in Houston? Don’t waste time searching aimlessly. Our comprehensive and user-friendly website, you can create the perfect itinerary for your family, ensuring an August filled with laughter, exploration, and lasting memories. Let’s have an August to remember – where will you go this month?