Houston things to do
Fresh plans around Houston, from this weekend's highlights to events worth planning ahead for.
Art & Design
Summer Must-Dos
Family & Kids
The Journey to End Cancer Exhibition
Groundbreaking exhibition on cancer breakthroughs This exhibition is an innovative new science exhibition on cancer - exploring groundbreaking research, advanced medical technologies, and promising new therapies.
50th Hunters Extravaganza - Houston
Arts and culture at NRG Center in Houston. The organizer has the latest hours and entry details.
Houston Horror Film Fest - (August 7th - 9th, 2026)
Arts and culture at The Houston Marriott of Westchase. The organizer has the latest hours and entry details.
Back 2 School Daze - 5th Annual School Supply Drive
Arts and culture at Houston Texans YMCA. The organizer has the latest hours and entry details.
Watermelon Dash Houston
The sweet Watermelon Dash is the 3rd in a three-race series, all designed to keep you fit and refreshed this summer. The Summer Dash Series includes the Lemonade Dash, Popsicle Dash, and Watermelon Dash.
Houston Astros vs Seattle Mariners: Kids Run the Bases
A family event at Daikin Park in Houston. The organizer has the latest activity hours and entry details.
Tokyo X 2026
Arts and culture at NRG Center in Houston. The organizer has the latest hours and entry details.
The Siren with Tomi Adeyemi
Arts and culture at Eldorado Ballroom in Houston. The organizer has the latest hours and entry details.
Southern Smoke Festival
Top national chefs, bartenders, and live music benefiting industry workers in Houston.
Energy Day
An outdoor event at Sam Houston Park. The organizer has the latest start time and weather updates.
H.E.A.L. Houston 2026: Free Community Health, Education & Family Event
Arts and culture at George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston. The organizer has the latest hours and entry details.
Houston Turkey Dash
Arts and culture at Delmar Stadium in Houston. The organizer has the latest hours and entry details.
Houston's 12k of Christmas 2026
Arts and culture at 1100 Bagby, Houston, TX, United States, Texas 77002. The organizer has the latest hours and entry details.
New here? Start with Houston
If you are new to Houston, TX, start with the kind of day you want instead of a giant list: family-easy, adult/date, group-friendly, or weather-safe.
Family plans should be easy to enter, easy to leave, and clear about bathrooms, food, weather, and parking.
- Check age fit.
- Keep drives short.
- Pick food before the main stop.
Adult plans work best with one timed anchor and a nearby place for food or a walk.
- Check hours.
- Book if needed.
- Keep the route walkable.
Groups need one clear meet-up point and a plan that still works if people arrive late.
- Share the map.
- Pick one anchor.
- Have a backup nearby.
Weather-safe plans should stay close to the original area so the day does not fall apart.
- Check closures.
- Avoid long outdoor walks.
- Use official pages for changes.


