Family Events

Image: Local Author Aurora Hart Book Signing

Sat., July 11, 1-3 p.m.

24210 Westheimer Pkwy, #600, Katy Katy

Literary Events, Community Events, Family Events

Join local author Aurora Hart at Mockingbird Books for a free, interactive community launch celebration of their new coloring and reflection book, Draw Your Light, designed to help girls ages 8+ build confidence and self-worth. Perfect for a calming weekend activity. Drop in to meet the author, get your copy signed, and enjoy a peaceful, creative morning dedicated to youth mindfulness and empowerment. Admission is entirely free and open to the public. 346-387-9175

Sip, Score & Celebrate

Sat., July 11, Sun., July 12, Mon., July 13, Tue., July 14, Wed., July 15, Thu., July 16, Fri., July 17, Sat., July 18 and Sun., July 19

Hilton Americas-Houston

1600 Lamar St., Houston Downtown/ Midtown

Free to attend; food & beverage additional

Soccer, Food and Drink, Family Events

Gear up for an unforgettable season of soccer at Hilton Americas-Houston —downtown's central destination to watch, celebrate, and stay after a match — with a series of themed activations and fan-favorite activities that are sure to score a goal: themed cocktails, curated food specials, exclusive beer partnership showcases, Folds of Honor Fourth of July game, chocolate trophy display, Stella Artois glass-engraving station, Messi and Beckham selfie pop-up station However you choose to celebrate a world-class event, make it an occasion to remember. Game on!

Sienna in Bloom Tour Debuts 14 Model Homes

Through July 31, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sienna

1902 Crown Wood Drive, Missouri City Outer Loop - SW

Free

Family Events

Sienna is opening the doors to its new model home village during the Sienna in Bloom grand opening July 1-31. Visitors can tour 14 new, professionally decorated model homes as they enjoy Bloom & Snap social stations, summer sips and sweet treats, interactive family activities and giveaways. Guests can register at the model homes for the grand prize of $5,000 toward a dream backyard. Homes are open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday. Learn more about Sienna, Fort Bend’s largest master-planned community, at siennatx.com. 713-960-9977

Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt

Ongoing, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location

1 Aloha Tower Dr, Honolulu Downtown/ Midtown

Get Tickets

$39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team

Family Events, Tours, Games

Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016! Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all 8884338966

The Magic Saloon San Antonio — Magic, Mystery & Comedy (San Antonio Day Trip)

Mon., July 13, 6-8:15 p.m. and July 14-19, 6-8:15 p.m.

The Magic Saloon San Antonio

217 Alamo Plaza, Historic Reuter Building (4th floor), San Antonio Out of Town

Get Tickets

From $41.99

Family Events

San Antonio day trip: world-class magicians perform nightly at The Magic Saloon, in the historic Reuter Building steps from The Alamo. Summer headliners: Dana Daniels (July 13-19), John Shryock (July 20-26), and Harry Maurer (July 27-August 2). Every ticket includes Billy's Magical Parlor pre-show, a scavenger hunt, live close-up magic, free popcorn, a magical cocktail and mocktail bar, and meeting the magicians after the show. Family-friendly, ages 6 and up. Nightly 6:00-8:15 PM. (210) 640-3923

THE MARKET AT RIVER OAKS DISTRICT, PRESENTED BY STERLING’S MARKET

Every other Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Continues through Oct. 25

River Oaks District

4444 Westheimer Rd, Houston River Oaks

Free and open to the public

Farmers' Markets, Family Events, Community Events

River Oaks District is proud to introduce The Market at River Oaks District, presented by Sterling’s Market, a new farmer’s market launching on Sunday, April 26 that brings together Houston’s most unique, small businesses in the epicenter of Houston. This family- and dog-friendly experience is open to the public and designed for area-residents to enjoy a relaxed morning stroll while discovering curated selections of fresh, artisan, and specialty finds. The Market will take place rain or shine in The Park and throughout District Lane every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month through October 25th. 713-904-1310

Superhero Day with CARS Presented by The Woodlands Young Learners Academy

Sat., July 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

The Woodlands Children's Museum

4775 W. Panther Creek Drive #280, The Woodlands Montgomery

Get Tickets

Superhero Day with CARS is $10 adults and $15 for children 0-13

Children's Events, Art - Museums, Family Events

Superhero Day with CARS Saturday, July 25th. Come dressed in costume from 10am-4pm for Superhero photo ops and Superhero-themed art projects. Outside pose for photos with Tow Mater, Lightning McQueen, Doc Hudson, Sheriff, and Tippy the Tractor, and cool off with Tikiz Shaved Ice and Ice Cream from 10am-4pm. Superhero Day with CARS is $10 adults and $15 for children 0-13. 281-465-095

BMMHW Family Fun Day

Sat., July 25, 1-4 p.m.

Third Ward Blooms

2304 Stuart St, Houston Third Ward

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Family Events

Join us for our FREE Backyard Family Fun Day on Saturday, July 25, as we close out Black Maternal Mental Health Week with community, joy, and connection. This family-friendly event is designed to bring mothers, children, families, and community members together for a day of fun, wellness, and celebration. After a powerful week of storytelling, advocacy, healing, and action, we are creating space to simply gather, breathe, play, and enjoy one another. (346) 837-5117

Terrain Race – Houston

Sat., Aug. 1, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

3 Palms Action Sports Park

15100 Interstate 45 S., Conroe Heights

Get Tickets

Free

Sports - Participatory, Family Events

Free Registration to the Houston 2026 Terrain Race Is Still Available! Challenge yourself in a whole new way this August at the Houston Terrain Race, where runners take on mud, ropes, walls, and water in an obstacle-packed course designed to test grit, balance, and determination. 0000000000

Hands-on Houston: YOU-nique Zines

Sat., Aug. 1, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Houston Center for Contemporary Craft

4848 Main St., Houston Downtown/ Midtown

Free

Art - Museums, Family Events, DIY

Join HCCC and Zine Fest Houston to celebrate the closing of "Clutch City Craft" and explore self-expression by making a zine! Zines, short for “magazines,” are self-published, do-it-yourself booklets about any topic you can imagine! Get inspired by exploring "Clutch City Craft," which showcases how craft has shaped Houston’s cultural identity over the past 100 years, from mosaic street signs to cowboy boots. Then write, draw, stamp, or collage a one-page zine that captures your own unique style! What will your zine share about YOU? 713-529-4848

Kings Harbor Movies Under The Moon

Fri., Aug. 14, 8:30 p.m.

Kings Harbor

4501 Magnolia Cove Dr, Kingwood Humble/Kingwood

Free

Family Events

Movies Under the Moon at Kings Harbor is a free summer movie series that brings beloved family films to the waterfront for unforgettable nights under the stars. Guests can enjoy classic movies, lakeside views, local dining, and a fun, family-friendly atmosphere all summer long! Mark your calendars for Friday, August 14, at 8:30PM for a screening of How to Train Your Dragon. Be sure to bring plenty of blankets and lawn chairs! 346-571-5300

Jason Hainsworth Quintet | New Jazz Underground

Fri., Aug. 21, 8-10 p.m.

Miller Outdoor Theatre

6000 Hermann Park Dr., Houston Kirby-West U

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Free

Music, Jazz, Family Events

A Houston native and graduate of Kinder HSPVA, Jason Hainsworth is in demand both as a saxophonist and as a composer/arranger. His most recent recording, Third Ward Stories, pays tribute to the Texas Tenors, an esteemed group of raw, hard–blowing saxophonists from the Lone Star state who pioneered a robust fusion of swing, bebop, R&B and blues. New Jazz Underground is a New York-based trio known for their captivating performances and viral videos showcasing their chemistry, musicality, and raw ambition. 713-524-5050

'Explore Asia' Family Fun Nights: Sushi Night

Thu., Aug. 27, 4-6 p.m.

Asia Society Texas Center

1370 Southmore Boulevard, Houston Third Ward

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Free; registration required

Family Events, Food and Drink, Children's Events

Discover the heritage behind sushi through AST's 'Sushi King' web comic, and engage in a scavenger hunt, chopstick challenge, and sushi crafts. A local vendor will be onsite with freshly made sushi available for purchase, and guests can enjoy a cup of Japanese tea paired with 'A Song of Tea,' a short story celebrating Japanese tea traditions. (713) 496-9901

Childrens Festival - Little Woodfest

Mon., Nov. 9, 10 a.m.

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

2005 Lake Robbins Dr., The Woodlands Outside Houston

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Family Events

281-363-3300