With Spring Break just around the corner, Houston is blooming. The city’s museums, parks and hotels have planned an array of fun – and safe – family-friendly activities guaranteed to combat boredom. Take note and plan your itinerary, so you’re ready to head out and explore everything Houston has to offer this Spring Break.
Spring Break Blast at the Children's Museum Houston
March 9-17, 2024
Hold onto your hats and buckle up for a wild ride of excitement at the Children's Museum Houston (photo above)! This week-long spectacle is bursting at the seams with daily performances that will dazzle the children's senses and ignite their passion for learning. From mind-blowing science experiments that'll have them questioning everything, to heart-pounding performances that will leave all participants on the edge of their seats, each day is a new chapter in the epic adventure of Spring Break.
Spring Break at the Health Museum
March 11-15, 2024
The Health Museum’s Spring Break program takes much of the thinking out of planning an activity by including everything you need for an afternoon out. The Spring Break edition includes activities rooted in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Learn more here.
Roller Skate at The Rink at Discovery Green
March 11-15, 2024
Get your family and head to Discovery Green’s The Rink for some good old-fashioned roller skating. The Rink typically opens at 5 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m. on weekends and school holidays (March 11-15), so you have plenty of time options to choose from. Make sure to take advantage of themed nights, which include discounted skate nights on some Mondays and DJs spinning tunes while you glide under the downtown lights. Celebrate Spring Break week at Discovery Green with Girlstart hands-on STEM activities, mad science demonstrations, cultural performances, Black Panther movie character appearances, Jurassic Park World Dominion movie with Jurassic Extreme Houston dinosaurs and more! Skating fees apply, activities are FREE!
Lone Star Flight Museum Spring Break
March 9-15, 2024
Hangar tours, pilot talks, simulators and crafts are just a few of the activities planned over Spring Break at the Lone Star Museum. If you have any air flight enthusiasts in the family, the museum is a must visit, but anyone will enjoy its fun activities and aviation artifact exhibits. View the full calendar of activities and get ready to take flight!
Landry's Houston-Area Amusement Spring Break Pass
March 8-17, 2024
Landry’s Houston-area amusement properties are offering families the ticket to an unforgettable break with the Spring Break Pass! Starting Friday, March 8, through Sunday, March 17, guests will have the opportunity to purchase an unlimited three-park pass allowing entry to Downtown Aquarium Houston, Kemah Boardwalk, and the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier for as many times as they desire. Seventeen days, three parks and one wristband make the Spring Break Pass an all-access pass to legendary family-friendly fun!
For just $79.99, guests of all ages are granted unlimited access to all rides* at each park and the Adventure Exhibit at Downtown Aquarium Houston. The wristband must always be worn and cannot be removed, or admittance will not be permitted. *Pass excludes the Boardwalk Beast, Iron Eagle Zip-line, Stingray Reef and Boardwalk FantaSea at the Kemah Boardwalk; pass excludes 5D Theatre Ride at Pleasure Pier. Rides and attractions are subject to availability and/or height restrictions at each location.
Lagoonfest Beach Club & Aqua Adventure Park
Opening March 9, 2024, just in time for spring break, Lagoonfest Beach Club & Aqua Adventure Park is located at 12600 Crystal View Blvd. in Texas City. It's a luxury beach experience on a 12-acre crystal-clear lagoon, offering countless waterfront activities and a lineup of musical entertainment throughout the season. Lagoonfest boasts a plethora of activities, relaxing seating arrangements, an exciting entertainment series and multiple food and beverage selections. Activities include a 185-foot five-story waterslide, single and tandem kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, aqua cycle crafts and sailboats.
For a more inclusive experience for visitors, most activities are included in the ticket price for admission. An electric ferry, known as a duffy boat, hosts up to eight people and provides guests a cruise around the lagoon or transportation to a VIP luxury island where patrons can enjoy bottle service. Lagoonfest also boasts the largest floating obstacle course on a lagoon in the U.S., which can be found next to a dedicated bumper boat zone. On gorgeous and spacious white-sand beaches, guests can choose from a selection of luxury cabanas and seating options such as beach loungers, floating cabanas and party pavilions. Rooftop party decks are also available to rent for large families, groups or for those looking to celebrate special occasions.
Book a Staycation
If you’re not traveling outside of Houston, book a getaway inside the city. The InterContinental Houston is perfectly situated near some of Houston’s most popular attractions, such as the Houston Zoo, Hermann Park, the Houston Museum of Natural Science, shops and restaurants at Rice Village, and more. Check out the hotel’s accommodation packages and enjoy being within minutes of all that Houston has to offer.
Get Outside
With sunnier days (remember to change your clocks on March 10), there’s no better time to enjoy the outdoor and green spaces Houston has to offer. Have a picnic, ride bikes, or take walks in Houston’s many parks, enjoy the city’s farmers markets, or take a day trip to Houston’s nearby state parks and beaches.
