Family Evening Explorations
Spend the evening with your family exploring some of our favorite trails as we venture out on a guided nature walk.
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Family Programs
Pond Life
Take a peek into this unique habitat as we meet some of our favorite pond animals, create watercolor art, and go pond dipping!
All About Bees
Did you know there are over 1,000 species of bees in Texas? Taste different varieties of local Texas honey and make a bee home to take home!
Bat Fest
Houston Arboretum’s Bat Fest is returning! Enjoy fun bat-themed activities and crafts for the kids, story time, food trucks, and more!
Bubble Science
Curious about bubbles? From smoldering lava to foaming snails and spittlebugs, bubbles pop up in some pretty cool places.
Bubble Science
Curious about bubbles? From smoldering lava to foaming snails and spittlebugs, bubbles pop up in some pretty cool places.
ArBOOretum
ArBOOretum features fun fall activities for all ages including live animals, pumpkin decorating, and Houston’s only Trick-or-Treat Trail.
Pumpkin Planters
Celebrate fall during this fun and creative family class where you'll make a festive pumpkin planter full of wildflowers!
Homemade Holidays
Create a wreath, ornaments, and handmade gifts with materials like grapevine, branches, berries, and pinecones.
Homemade Holidays
Create a wreath, ornaments, and handmade gifts with materials like grapevine, branches, berries, and pinecones.
Family Owl Prowl
Looking for a family adventure? During our Family Owl Prowl you can enjoy refreshments while you meet live owl ambassadors.
Arbor Day Celebration
Join us for our annual Arbor Day Celebration where we'll recognize the importance of trees and experience the flavors of the forest!
Arboretum Archeology Day
Join the Houston Arboretum and the Houston Archeology Society as we present Arboretum Archeology Day, a fun, family-friendly event!
Arboretum: Amazing Race
Trek through the trails. Find clues. Complete challenges. Do you have what it takes to finish an Arboretum-style Amazing Race?
Harp & Hula: Music & Dance from Hawaii
Join harpist Megan Conley for a children’s program of music highlighting animals from the ocean, land, and sky of the Hawaiian Islands.
Spring Scavenger Hunt
Put your observation skills to the test in our Spring Scavenger Hunt! Work as a team as you trek the trails to complete the hunt!
Earth Day Celebration
Celebrate Earth Day at the Arboretum with a variety of fun crafts and activities at this free, family-friendly event!
DIY Pollinator Container Garden
Work together with mom or a good friend to make a cheerful, spring-themed native plant container garden that pollinators are sure to love!
Outdoor Wellness Day
In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, explore the benefits of spending time in natural spaces during our Outdoor Wellness Day.
Family Owl Prowl
Looking for a family adventure? During our Family Owl Prowl you can enjoy refreshments while you meet live owl ambassadors.