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Best of August: Top Things To Do in Houston with Kids

Submitted by Rachael Cherry on Fri, 07/30/2021 - 7:00am

Celebrate the remaining days of summer at Sugar Land Town Square's Back to School Splash Bash!  Photo courtesy of courtesy of Sugar Land Town Square

Summer is not over yet! August in Houston is a great time to enjoy outdoor movies and concerts, summer festivals, and the best beach days.

Back to school is on the horizon, and there are some awesome events this August to get back into the school spirit! The Back to School Splash Bash at Sugar Land Town Square is always a slam dunk event to attend, as is Shake Your Summer Sillies Out at The Woodlands Children's Museum. Later in the month, we highly recommend heading to Galveston for the annual AIA Sandcastle Contest; the sandcastles the artists create are out of this world and definitely a sight to be seen in person! Lastly, Kidz Bop is coming to Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion at the end of the month and is sure to get the kids hyped up with catchy music and dance moves. 

Find more top August fun in our roundup of 50 Free Things to Do in Houston With Kids This Summer, our Summer Fun Guide for Houston Kids, and our Ultimate Summer Bucket List. Plus, now is the time to get in a few more trips to our favorite splash pads and sprinkler parks before they close for the season! 

We’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently.  

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Best Indoor Play Spaces for Babies & Toddlers Around Houston

Submitted by Rachael Cherry on Sun, 07/11/2021 - 6:49pm

Main Street is a mini "town" built inside First Methodist Houston Downtown. Photo courtesy of the  FMHD

My toddler runs circles around the house all day long. For this reason, we have a list of favorite outdoor parks, playgrounds, and splash pads to head to when his energy levels are at an all-time high and we need a change of scenery. But during the long Houston summer, on rainy days, or when we just feel like playing somewhere new, Houston's many great indoor play spaces serve the same purpose. As an added bonus, many of these places also have areas for babies and toddlers to play and learn, which is the perfect combination for any parent with children who fall into multiple age ranges.

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20+ Things To Do in Houston This Weekend with Kids

Submitted by Rachael Cherry on Wed, 06/23/2021 - 12:01pm

Wear your wings for Fairy Day at The Woodlands Children's Museum. Photo courtesy the museum

Things are heating up here in the Bayou City, which can only mean one thing: bring us all things water! From visiting one of the city's many free swimming pools to backyard water games, afternoon splash pad adventures, and long summer days spent at the water park, we plan to spend this weekend in Houston trying to stay cool!

Check out Fairy Day at The Woodlands Children's Museum, Hands on History at George Ranch Historical Park, and the Houston Museum of Natural Science at Levy Park for more Houston weekend events. We love that these activities include a little bit of education and a lot of fun. You might also visit our Indoor Fun Guide to hide out in a fully air-conditioned play space.

Start planning those Independence Day activities with this handy list of 4th of July fireworks and parades near Houston. For even more summer activities, be sure to check out our Ultimate Summer Play List and Summer Fun Guide; both are filled with unique things to do in Houston this summer so that there's never a boring day on the books.

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CaliCase: The Waterproof Phone Pouch Your Family Needs This Summer—Plus a Discount

Submitted by Rachael Cherry on Tue, 06/01/2021 - 10:00am

For a camping, beach-loving, amusement or waterpark-going family like mine, CaliCase is the summer staple we never knew we needed until we tried it for ourselves. Yes, the world-famous, wearable, waterproof phone pouches truly live up to the hype, enabling you to go handsfree while keeping one of your most prized possessions safe—but also easily available for fly fishing photos and splash pad selfies.

Here are the reasons why my family will be stashing these little lifesavers in our beach bags and backpacks all summer long. And don't miss our exclusive discount for Mommy Poppins readers!

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Visiting the TGR Exotics Wildlife Park: Unique Animal Encounters and Tours, from Sloths to Kangaroos

Submitted by Rachael Cherry on Fri, 05/07/2021 - 7:16am

Photo courtesy of TGR Exotics Wildlife Park

Zoos are a big deal for us. Whether it's a big name zoo like the Houston Zoo or a local area petting zoo, there is something about getting to see unique and exotic animals up close that sparks joy and ignites imagination in my kids, which is why TGR Exotics Wildlife Park turned out to be such a great find for us. 

Located down an inconspicuous side road in Spring, the wildlife park could be easily missed if not for the large animal silhouettes and colorful "Go Wild" sign adorning the fence. We recently visited for a home school day tour and left with big smiles, a wealth of animal facts, and all the tips and tricks for visiting the park. 

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Best Things To Do Memorial Day Weekend in Houston with Kids

Submitted by Rachael Cherry on Fri, 04/30/2021 - 6:13pm

Photo courtesy of The Dr. Seuss Experience Tour

It's all sunshine and smiles as the school year draws to a close this May, and the increase in events this month certainly reflects Houstonians desire to get outdoors and enjoy new experiences. There are some pretty awesome outdoor activities you can enjoy with the kids right now, too, like visiting one of Houston's many petting zoos, checking out the Dr. Seuss Experience Tour, or visiting some of the Houston hotel pools that offer day passes for families. 

This month also sees us celebrating all of the amazing moms and mother figures in our lives. We recommend booking a delectable brunch for Mom and checking out our list of Mother's Day gifts that she actually wants this year! To commemorate all of our fallen service members, the City of Friendswood is putting on a Memorial Day Celebration and Sugar Land is hosting a Memorial Day Ceremony. 

As we gear up for summer and lazy days at the pool and beach, now is also the time to start thinking about re-introducing swim lessons, so we rounded up a host of different venues that offer swim classes for kids. 

Keep reading for a taste of all this month has to offer, and bookmark our event calendar to stay up to date, as we are continually adding new events. You can also subscribe to our Mommy Poppins Houston newsletter to have all the latest and greatest Mommy Poppins has to offer delivered to your inbox. The best part? It's FREE! 

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20 Houston Parks with Lots of Shade on a Hot Summer Day

Submitted by Rachael Cherry on Fri, 04/23/2021 - 11:47pm

Feeding the ducks at Mary Jo Peckham Park

Being outside pretty much tops our to-do list every day, and we're constantly going from one activity to the next, be it to a neighborhood splashpad, a nearby playground, or a park with plenty of trails for biking. Basically, staying inside all day isn't an option; we would all go stir crazy! With summer and hot sun upon us, I am more aware of which places offer some shade so we can get outside and still beat the heat... even if only for a few minutes. Here are some great parks in Houston that offer at least a moderate respite from the brutal summer temps.

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Petting Zoos near Houston Where Kids Can See Farm Animals

Submitted by Rachael Cherry on Wed, 04/14/2021 - 10:12am

Meet the animals, very up close and personal. Photo courtesy of TGR Exotics Wildlife Park

Getting outdoors with kids is always fun, but when you add in animals it takes the fun factor to the next level. Any trip to a zoo or safari park is sure to be met with glee, but nothing ups the ante better than actually getting to hug the animals at a petting zoo. From typical barnyard animals like sheep and goats to more exotic ones like wallabies and lemurs, we've rounded up 10 petting zoos that deliver a unique animal experience.

As a bonus, many of these are at our favorite area farms, so you can get ready to spend the day interacting with animals and getting in some serious playtime! Be sure to bring some extra cash; there are several that allow you to buy food so that you can hand-feed the animals. For even more outdoor fun, be sure to check our Farms & Pick Your Own Guide and our Zoos and Gardens Guide. 

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