Things to do with kids in Houston this August 16 weekend include Tiny Aviation Play for toddlers, Villain’s Vengence and more!
Our picks for things to do with kids in Houston this weekend, August 16, include Tiny: Aviation Play for Toddlers, Villain’s Vengence, HALS Public Ride Day, and more!
Things to do with the family this weekend in Houston
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Things to do with kids in Houston this weekend from August 16 to Friday
Now in its 21st year, Houston Restaurant Week features amazing cuisine from nearly 400 restaurants in the greater Houston area. Go out and eat at your favorite restaurants or discover new places with prix fixe menus for brunch, lunch and dinner.
When: Friday, August 9, 2023 | 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Where: Multiple locations throughout Houston
How much: Pix Fixe Meals: $25 for brunch and lunch | $39 or $55 for dinner
Photo credit: Weingut Messina Hof
Just 1.5 hours from Houston, Messina Hof hosts its annual Harvest Festival. Here you can enjoy grape stomping and picking, tours of the grounds, moonlight harvests, brunch and dinner, dessert and port wine tasting, and other special events such as a Murder Mystery Dinner and a Papa Paulo Port Party.
When: Friday, August 9, 2023 | 12 noon
How much: Starts at $40
Things to do with kids in Houston this weekend – Saturday, August 17, 2024
22nd birthday party at Friends For Life
Photo credit: Animal Shelter Friends for Life
Visit the Friends for Life Animal Shelter and celebrate a wonderful day with lots of fun activities. There will be food, drinks, games, a water slide, plunge pool, snow cones and more.
When: Saturday, August 17, 2023 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
How much: Free | RSVP is recommended
Mega adoption event
Over 1000 wonderful furry companions are looking for a new home this weekend at the Mega Adoption Event. Check out the big dogs, small dogs, senior pets, puppies and kittens and you might find a new family member to take home. All animals will be spayed, microchipped and up to date on their vaccinations.
When: Saturday, August 17, 2023 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
How much: Participation is free | $35 for adoption
Summer species: Butterfly walk
Photo credit: Buffalo Bayou Partnership
Enjoy a lovely summer stroll with the kids in Buffalo Bayou Park and discover all the species of butterflies that live in the area. Nancy Greig, the retired founding director of the Cockrell Butterfly Center, will lead the discovery tour, which will be about three miles long.
When: Saturday, August 17, 2023 | 9 a.m.
Tiny: Flying games for toddlers
Photo credit: Lone Star Flight Museum
Bring your little pilots to the Lone Star Flight Museum in the Toddler Terminal for an hour of developmental play, including hands-on activities such as making a pilot’s hat, pilot’s vest and pilot’s license.
When: Saturday, August 17, 2023 | 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Public HALS driving day
Does your child love locomotives? If so, come to Zube Park this weekend and enjoy free rides on the grand railway. All ages are welcome and no reservations are required.
When: Saturday, August 17, 2023 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Teddy Bear Clinic
Have your children bring their favorite stuffed animals to be examined and cared for by Eastex Urgent Care and Occupational Medicine this weekend at the Beaumont Children’s Museum.
When: Saturday, August 17, 2023 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Vengeance of the Villain
Photo credit: Children’s Museum Houston (10)
Get to know your favorite superheroes and villains this weekend! Enjoy a story with them and take cute photos. Costumes are welcome.
When: Saturday, August 17, 2023 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
How much: 19,95 €
Things to do with kids in Houston this weekend – Sunday, August 18, 2024
Karbach Latina Festival
Come celebrate Latin artists, entrepreneurs and creatives this weekend at the Karbach Latina Festival! There will be dancing, free salsa classes, cold beer, spicy snacks, the Shop Local Market and more.
When: Sunday, August 18, 2023 | 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
How much: Free
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