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Summer Nanny Series: Last Week of Kid Events in Houston (06/26 - 07/02)
Updated: Jul 20
Hello Houston parents and nannies! Embrace the excitement of summer with our Summer Nanny Series. We're back with another week of engaging and educational activities for kids. From interactive story time to thrilling science experiments and space exploration, check out the lineup for the third week of fun! Our blog has all the details to make your summer educational and fun. Join us for a third week of excitement and adventure!
Monday, June 19th
Story Time 👩🏫at Central Green (1 to 9 years old)
10:00 - 11:00 AM
1 to 9 years of age
Central Green La Centerra at Cinco Ranch
23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy, TX 77494
Free
Bring the kids to Central Green and enjoy as award-winning author Maria Boucher brings stories to life through her expressive storytelling. Kids will be captivated by her lively narration, catchy songs, and engaging crafts that accompany each story. Let the kids immerse themselves in the magical world of storytelling with Ms. Maria! Check this an more events here!
Bubbles 🫧 and Board Games🎲 in Bellaire, Texas (All Ages)
Every Monday and Wednesday, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
4400 Bellaire Boulevard Bellaire, Texas 77401
Free!
The event is a perfect blend of active play and strategic fun. Children can engage their imagination and physical prowess by creating and chasing whimsical bubbles and diving into the world of board games. From nostalgic classics to exciting new games, the diverse range offers delightful engagement for every child. These games are more than just fun; they encourage social interaction, strategic thinking, and a sense of fair play. Click to check it out!
Tuesday, June 20th
Discovery Days Nature’s Recyclers ♻️ (5 to 10 years old)
9:30– 11:30 AM
5 to 10 years old
Houston Arboretum and Nature Center
4501 Woodway Drive, Houston, TX 77024
$15 per class
Get ready for an exciting exploration into the wonders of nature's recycling system! During this engaging hike, children will have the opportunity to investigate the fascinating world of decomposers. Guided by lead experts, children will search for these hidden heroes as they work their magic under rotting logs and within the leaf litter on the forest floor. Discover the vital role they play in recycling nutrients and maintaining the balance of ecosystems. Click to check it out!
Maker Crew💡ideaMAKE Series (Ages 8+)
Three consecutive days from June 20th to June 22nd, (more dates available until July 27th)
1:00 pm-3:00 pm
8+ accompanied by an adult
Chevron Maker Annex, at the Children’s Museum Houston
1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004
$25 for non-members including admission to the museum for all three days.
$20 for Museum Members
Imagine bringing your own unique toy or invention to life! Let the kids unleash their inventive and creative side! With access to cutting-edge tools like 3-D printing, laser cutting, sewing machines, and circuitry, the possibilities are endless. This workshop provides your kids the opportunity to learn, design, and fabricate their very own masterpiece. Get more information and reserve your spot here!
Play Bingo and Eat Pie 🥧 in Katy, TX (All Ages)
Every Tuesday and Thursday in June
6:30 PM (arrive by 6:00 PM to get settled)
Everyone is welcome!
3522 S Mason Rd #300, Katy TX 77450
By reservation only! $12 per bingo card, $6 additional card
Grab your kids, friends, family, and neighbors for a fantastic night of fun playing bingo! Plan to arrive early as the first bingo game kicks off at 6:30 PM. Get ready for 8 exciting games with amazing prices for the winners while you enjoy delicious pie at a discounted rate! Learn more and make your reservations here!
Wednesday, June 21st
The Bee🐝Lady presentation in The Woodlands (All Ages)
11:00 am
All ages welcome
The Woodlands Children’s Museum
4775 W Panther Creek Dr #280, The Woodlands, TX 77381
Included with Admission to Museum: Adults and Children (Ages 1+) - $8
Be ready to buzz with this event featuring The Bee Lady! Delve into the fascinating world of bees and discover incredible facts about these remarkable creatures. Enjoy a safe meet and greet with a few of the bees while The Bee Lady guides the children through an interactive and educational experience, sharing her knowledge and passion for these essential pollinators. Get more information here!
Summer Movie Clubhouse 🍿at Cinemark (All Ages)
9:30 AM
All ages
At participating Cinemark Theaters
$1.50 per ticket and discount on snack packs and popcorn combos!
Treat the kids to an incredible big-screen experience at Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse! Enjoy watching Minions: The Rise of Gru and more movies during the series. Get ready for a summer filled with movie magic and yummy snacks! Check your local theater’s availability here!
Thursday, June 22nd
NASA Day🧑🚀 (All Ages)
10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. – NASA Rover Tours
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Eggstronaut Activity
11:30 a.m. & 1:30 a.m. – Shuttle Trainer Talk
All ages
Lone Star Flight Museum
11551 Aerospace Ave., Houston, TX77034
$5 admission adult and children and Free for members!
Visit the Lone Star Flight Museum and enjoy a space-tastic day! Step into the shoes of an astronaut as you climb inside a rover and imagine what it's like to explore distant planets. Hear fascinating stories about the incredible CCT and get a sneak peek inside a shuttle mockup. Challenge your engineering skills in the thrilling Eggstronaut activity! But that's not all! Prepare to be amazed as robonauts take over the hangar floors, showing off their impressive tricks. Learn more about this event here!
Children’s Bingo at Levy Park (4 to 12 years old)
Every Thursday at 4:30 PM
4 to 12 years old
Levy Park
3801 Eastside St, Houston, Texas 77098
Free!
Delve into the fun-filled world of Children's Bingo at Levy Park - an enchanting event crafted for kids aged 4 to 12 and their dedicated nannies and parents. This engaging 30-minute program promises a delightful mix of learning and play, as the children excitedly track their letters and numbers, hoping to clinch the winning call of "B-I-N-G-O!" They've got all the essentials covered - the Bingo cards, markers, and a bevy of prizes that await the little champions. Gather your kiddos for a refreshing afternoon of joy, learning, and surprises! Click to check it out!
Picnic Science Series: How do germs🦠 spread?! (All Ages)
Every Thursday from June 1st - August 31st
4:30 PM & 5:30 PM
All Ages
The Moran Foundation Picnic Tables at the Children’s Museum Houston
1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004
Included with Admission to Museum: Adults and Children (Ages 1+) - $17
Calling all young scientists! Bring the kids to the Children's Museum for a fascinating exploration into the world of germs. Through engaging and interactive activities children will learn how these tiny organisms spread and affect our daily lives. Led by our knowledgeable educators, kids will get to conduct hands-on, exciting experiments and discover the secrets of germs and their impact. Learn more about this and is series here!
Friday, June 23rd
Sink or Float with BASF Kids’ Labs (6+ years old)
Every Friday from June 2nd - September 1st
11:30 AM & 1:00 PM
6+ year old accompanied by an adult
Celebrations Discovery Room at the Children’s Museum Houston
1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004
Included with Admission to Museum: Adults and Children (Ages 1+) - $17
Your children will be immersed in a captivating world of scientific discovery as they embark on an exciting journey to construct their very own density column! Children will discover the intriguing characteristics of liquids and solids through exciting hands-on experiments. They will have the opportunity to combine, pour, and observe as they create a mesmerizing column showcasing the varying densities of various substances. Let the kids witness the amazing properties of matter! Get more details here!
Storybook 🕮 Theatre: Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo (All Ages)
11:00 AM
All Ages
The Woodlands Children’s Museum
4775 W Panther Creek Dr #280, The Woodlands, TX 77381
Included with Admission to Museum: Adults and Children (Ages 1+) - $8
Gather the kids and take them to The Woodland Children's Museum to enjoy the book “Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo” by John Lithgow. The story tells of a concert that gets out of control when the animals at the zoo, take over the stage and play the instruments! Through interactive songs, rhymes, and fingerplay, kids will be captivated while fostering literacy skills and cultivating a lifelong love for books from an early age. Check it out here!
Saturday, June 24th
Saturday Stargazing🌠 at Brazos Bend State Park (All Ages)
Starting at 9:00 PM (Times tickets)
No age limit
George Observatory at Brazos Bend State Park
21901 FM 762 Rd., Needville, Texas 77461
$10 per ticket adult or children to access the Observatory
$7 per adult to access the Brazos Bend State Park (kids 12 and under are free)
Calling all young stargazers! Embark on an exciting adventure as you explore the mysteries of the universe from the upper deck of the Observatory. Get ready for interesting constellation laser tours, deck and dome telescopes, and live camera feeds. Let the amateur astronomers guide you to discover mesmerizing night sky constellations, planets in our solar system, and captivating deep sky objects. Hurry and secure your timed entry admission by clicking here!
🦖Dino-mite Day! (All Ages)
11:30 AM – 4:30 PM
All ages
On-going activities at different locations inside the Children’s Museum Houston
1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004
Included with Admission to Museum: Adults and Children (Ages 1+) - $17
Calling all young paleontologists! Step into a world of colossal excitement at this prehistoric event. Get ready for a dino-mite day and experience the thrill of walking dinosaurs as they roam the earth once more during an interactive dinosaur show. Let the kids unleash their creativity by crafting their very own dino-mask to take home. Don't miss the original summer production of "Power Up!" featuring superheroes and villains. And for those craving hands-on discovery, enjoy fossil dig workshops! Check times and location of the on-going activities here!
Movie📽️ Under the Moon in Sugar Land (All Ages)
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
All ages
Sugar Land Town Square
Highway 6 and U.S. 59, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Free
Experience a wild family adventure under the starlit sky at Movie Under the Moon in Sugar Land Town Square. Join to watch The Croods on a prehistoric journey. Don't forget to bring your blankets and dinner for a magical evening. Enjoy free ice cream and DJs throughout the event. Check it out here!
Sunday, June 25th
Wildlife on Wheels: Invertebrates (All Ages)
2:00 PM
All ages
Event Pavilion at Levy Park
3801 Eastside Street, Houston, TX 77098
Free
Experience an up-close encounter with fascinating invertebrates at the Wildlife on Wheels: Invertebrates event, presented by the Houston Museum of Natural Science. This unique opportunity allows the kids to learn directly from museum experts as they showcase real specimens and artifacts from their extensive collection. Don't miss this chance for the kids to expand their knowledge and get a firsthand glimpse into the wonders of the invertebrate world! Get more information here!
Dive into Summer! Garden Railroad 🚂 Fun Day (All Ages)
1:00 to 4:00 PM
All ages
Rosenberg Railroad Museum
1921 Avenue F. , Rosenberg, TX 77471
$9 for adults
$7 for senior citizens (55+), Military, First Responders
$6 for children ages 2 – 14
Free for children under 2
Get ready to Dive into Summer at the Garden Railroad Fun Day at the Rosenberg Railroad Museum! Let the kids witness the captivating display of model trains as the Houston Area "G" Gaugers (HAGG) model train club showcases their special trains on the tracks of the Garden Railroad Exhibit. From steam engines to circus trains, patriotic trains to the beloved Thomas, be prepared for the surprises of the day as the kids engage in fun seasonal activities specially arranged for them. Learn more and get your tickets here!
Kid-Friendly Things To Do in Houston This Week
Get ready for a summer of fun! Stay in the loop as we bring you the latest and greatest kid-friendly events in Houston throughout June. Let us be your go-to activity planner, taking the stress out of planning and fill the days with joy and adventure. Don't let these exciting opportunities slip away – check our blog each week and make this summer a one to remember!
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