Happy Easter weekend, Houston families! This weekend (April 4th & 5th, 2026) is packed with Easter egg hunts, farm fun, and live entertainment. Don't miss the pet-friendly celebration at Levy Park or the food frenzy at NRG Park. Check out the best ways to spend your Saturday and Sunday below!
See our top picks
Wild Tunes Hoppy Tails and Happy Tunes Levy Park
Levy Park
Free Easter fun for pets and people, including an egg hunt!
Disney On Ice: Jump In!
NRG Stadium
A massive indoor spectacle featuring all your favorite Disney characters on ice.
Harborside Express Train Rides
Galveston Railroad Museum
Short, fun train rides that little engineers will adore.
· April 4
6FREE : This is a fun, free family Easter celebration perfect for pets and their humans! Expect photos with the Easter Bunny, a hopping egg hunt, live performances, and a vendor village. Well-behaved pets are totally welcome to join the fun.It's a dedicated free family Easter event with activities for pets too, making it a unique local favorite.
: Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy lead a show that journeys through beloved Disney tales like Encanto, Frozen, and Toy Story, all on ice. This is a major spectacle perfect for a guaranteed fun time indoors.It’s a massive, professionally produced show running all weekend, perfect for a big family outing.
: Experience the magic as the Houston Symphony plays the iconic scores from Disney's Fantasia live while the animation plays on a huge screen. This is a wonderful cultural introduction for the entire family over the Easter weekend.A rare chance to see a live orchestra perform legendary Disney scores, right on Easter weekend.
: Grab those classic Easter photos with the Bunny! They have special extended hours on Saturday for the holiday weekend, running until 8 PM. This is a standard, easy weekend activity for younger kids.It's a classic Easter activity running specifically this Saturday with extended holiday hours.
FOODIELAND NIGHT MARKET : This open-air market is back at NRG Park, featuring tons of Houston food trucks and vendors for an evening dinner adventure. With live music and endless options, it's a great way to explore Houston's food scene as a family.It runs all weekend (Apr 4-6) and is a huge open-air market perfect for grazing dinner as a family.
: See rescued domestic cats perform acrobatics, ride skateboards, and even play instruments in the world's only all-cat band. This 90-minute show is totally unique and great for animal-loving kids.This is a truly bizarre and unique show that’s perfect for memorable family entertainment this weekend.
· April 5
5: Head out to the farm for Spring Fest activities, which include photos with the Easter Bunny, free daily egg hunts, and over 40 attractions. They are running special long hours on Easter Sunday until 7 PM!It's a full-day farm festival with multiple Easter activities wrapped into one destination.
: Celebrate Easter by visiting the farm for animal snuggles and outdoor play, including meeting mini cows, baby goats, and bunnies. The event includes an Easter Egg Hunt, so kids get the best of both worlds.Combines the classic Easter egg hunt with interacting with farm animals, which is huge for younger kids.
: Check out the Easter festival happening at Dow Park in Deer Park on Easter Sunday. It runs all afternoon and should be a festive way to spend part of your holiday Sunday.It's a dedicated Easter festival happening right on the main target date, Sunday.
: Get your traditional Easter Bunny photos done at Baybrook Mall on Easter Sunday! This is a reliable stop if you haven't managed to get pictures yet this season.It's a reliable Easter staple running all the way through Sunday.
FAMILY FUN DAY - ALL DAY- EVERY SUNDAY - $10 STUDIO FEE FOR FAMILIES! : Spend your Sunday afternoon making art together at this studio in Sugar Land. They charge a low $10 studio fee for the whole family, so you just pay for the ceramics/paint you use. A great creative option for a rainy day or relaxed Sunday.It's a low-cost, engaging art activity happening specifically on Sunday afternoon.
Also On· anytime this weekend
2FREE : Take the family for a fun hour-long guided hike at Brazos Bend State Park. This is a great way to get outside and explore nature together on Saturday morning.It’s a free, scheduled outdoor activity that helps families engage with local nature preserves.
: Hop aboard the Harborside Express for short train rides at the Galveston Railroad Museum. This is guaranteed fun for little ones who love trains, running Saturday and Sunday.Train rides are a guaranteed hit with younger kids, and it's available both days of the weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Houston this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are several free options! Head to Levy Park on Saturday for Wild Tunes Hoppy Tails (11:30 AM), or explore nature with the All About Us: a Guided Hike at Brazos Bend State Park on Saturday or Sunday morning.
Are there any dedicated Easter egg hunts this weekend?
Yes! The French Farm Sale includes an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday morning. Also, Spring Fest at Dewberry Farm and Easter Egg Hunt with Goats both run on Sunday and feature egg hunts.
What can we do Sunday if we prefer an indoor activity?
For a relaxed Sunday, try Family Fun Day at Fire It Up Pottery & Art Studio in Sugar Land for affordable crafting, or see Disney On Ice at NRG Stadium for a huge indoor show.
