Things To Do in Kingwood, Humble, Atascocita, New Caney & Porter
Looking for fun things to do with your family around the Lake Houston area?
Whether you’re new to town or just need fresh ideas to mix up your routine, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of local spots, activities, and hidden gems to explore all year round.
Explore Local Parks and Trails
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Walk or bike along the greenbelt trails in Kingwood
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Join the fun with the Kingwood Moms Summer Park Hop and explore new parks all over the area
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Have a picnic at Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center in Humble
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Spot turtles and wildlife at Lake Houston Wilderness Park in New Caney
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Let the kids burn off energy at Atascocita Park
Cool Off and Splash Around
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Spend the day at Big Rivers Waterpark in New Caney
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Visit a neighborhood pool or splash pad during the summer
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Grab a snow cone from Bahama Buck’s or Porter Snowball
Enjoy Family-Friendly Eats
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Dine outdoors at Tin Roof BBQ or Hippo Burgers in Humble
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Grab pizza and let the kids play at RC’s Pizza or Marco’s
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Enjoy Tex-Mex with a family-friendly vibe at Loco Cantina (OUR FAV!!)
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Stop for donuts at Yonuts or Westco Donuts
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Grab a latte or iced coffee at Java Man Coffee while the kids play nearby
Support Local and Shop Small
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Visit local markets like Kingwood Farmers Market on Thursdays
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Pop into Painted Tree Boutiques in Kingwood for cute gifts and home find
Indoor Fun for Rainy Days or Hot Afternoons
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Head to Urban Air, Cosmic Air or Big Air North Houston Trampoline Parks
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Catch a movie at ShowBiz Cinemas in Kingwood
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Paint pottery at The Mudpie Company
Animal Adventures
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Feed goats and enjoy pony rides at Old MacDonald’s Farm in Humble
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Learn about native wildlife at the Nature Center at Jesse H. Jones Park
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Dive into hands-on fun at the Houston Interactive Aquarium & Animal Preserve
Want even more ideas? Check out our Summer Park Hop or Summer Bucket List printables or follow us on Instagram for weekly local highlights and events.
There’s always something happening around here, and we love helping families make the most of it.
Let us know your favorite local spots or tag us on your next adventure!
Best,
Linzy