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Free Things to Do with Kids in Houston in January 2025
Free Things To Do in Houston January 2025
M-K-T Trail Mix
Greater Heights
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Free for all ages and features live music, magic, and more! Join trailside as AndyRoo takes you on an adventure through the AndyRooniverse along with magicians Dave and Jake Rangel. Visit the website here.
Children’s Moth Workshop at Discovery Green
Downtown
Saturday, January 4, 2025
The Magic of Metamorphosis with Houston Museum of Natural Science. Get up close and personal with moths to learn about the various stages of their life cycle and miraculous transformation! Visit the website here.
Hands-on Houston: Natural Dyes & Clothing Swap at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft
Museum District
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Join HCCC in the Craft Garden to reimagine your favorite pieces of clothing and leave with a new-to-you outfit, ready to take on the new year in style! Visit the website here.
Japan Junction: Oshogatsu 2025 at Levy Park
Upper Kirby
Saturday, January 11, 2025
Celebrate the start of 2025 at the Second Annual Japan Junction Oshogatsu New Year’s Celebration! This exciting, free, and family-friendly event promises a vibrant mix of live performances, traditional Japanese games, omikuji fortune-telling, and hands-on craft stations. Visit the website here.
Monthly Volunteer Workday at Buffalo Bayou Park
Downtown
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Houstonians, ages 9 and up, are invited to join Buffalo Bayou Partnership for community-wide volunteer days at Buffalo Bayou Park happening the third Saturday of each month. Visit the website here.
Prelude Family Concert at Levy Park
Upper Kirby
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Bring out the family to make some music at Levy Park. This 45-minute music experience is geared toward babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and grownups. Visit the website here.
We Are Houston Run Fest at Discovery Green
Downtown
Saturday & Sunday, January 18 & 19, 2025
The Houston Marathon weekend of events includes activities for everyone in the family at Discovery Green. Visit the website here.
MATCH Family Fun Day
Midtown
Sunday, January 19, 2025
Enjoy live performances throughout the day from local favorites like Main Street Theater for Youth, Prelude Music, and Open Dance Project. And there’s more—delight in a host of engaging activities, including face painting, balloon art, stilt walkers, bounce houses, and vibrant chalk art displays. Visit the website here.
31st Annual MLK Grande Parade Midtown Houston
Midtown
Monday, January 20, 2025
The annual MLK Grande Parade will be held in Midtown. This year's theme is "Unity Through Diversity." Visit the website here.
47th Annual Original MLK Jr. Parade Downtown
Downtown
Monday, January 20, 2025
Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the 47th "Original" MLK, Jr. Parade followed by the MLK Jr. Festival. Visit the website here.
Arbor Day Celebration at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Memorial Park
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Celebrate trees and all the incredible things they do! This year is all about trees for wildlife. Go on a hike to discover how animals use trees, make wooden woodland friends, learn how to make nest boxes, and even meet Johnny Appleseed! Visit the website here.
H-E-B Presents: Live at Live Oak Celebrating Lunar New Year at Memorial Park
Memorial Park
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Bring your loved ones, friends, and picnic blankets to enjoy a memorable evening of music and festivity to celebrate the Lunar New Year. Visit the website here.