40 Fun Things to Do in Katy Texas

KATY MAGAZINE NEWS

August 12, 2024

By Natalie Cook Clark

Summer is quickly coming to a close for Katy students returning to school this week, but there's still time to explore Katy. These family friendly hang outs are why it's so easy to have fun and stay in Katy. Many are FREE and offer live entertainment! Have fun and stay local.

Plan a day of family fun in Katy. You can't do all in a day so start building your Katy bucket list. No need to travel far to experience fun. Many places are free but always check websites for pricing updates, events details, etc.

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1. Music Under the Stars at Central Green FREE 

Gather the family for live music at Central Green Park at LaCenterra of Cinco Ranch on select Fridays and Saturdays. The summer is full of other free fun events at this popular hangout. Check their website or social media for updates.

2. Mary Jo Peckham Park FREE

Retreat to Mary Jo Peckham Park to connect with nature. The property surrounds a beautiful, stocked fishing pond with walking trails. Plus kids love the expansive playground with free putt putt golf. They also have various fitness classes with first priority given to City of Katy and Harris County residents.

3. Inflatable Katy

At Inflatable Katy, you can book and indoor party with their inflatable attractions. Outside party packages can be customized to include mini golf, batting cages and Go Karts. Plus, they have a ferris wheel! Visit their website to find the best option and see the add-ons to make the day extra special.

4. No Label Brewing Co.

Spend a fun afternoon with good beers and friends at No Label Brewing Co. Kids can play in the playground and pets are welcome too! The rustic Katy brewery produces handcrafted ales and lagers. They also host community events so check their calendar for what’s up next.

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5. TopGolf

Book a bay at TopGolf to work on your swing through fun and innovative games and challenges. Check out their awesome menu too!

6. Historic Katy Shops & Antiques FREE

Downtown Katy is home to several eclectic antique shops! You can spend hours browsing their impressive and unique collections. Visit KT Antiques where they welcome shoppers with their nostalgic soda fountain and free cookies then head to Limited Edition Arts and Antiques known for their art-deco prints and extensive movie memorabilia.Historians will love Southern Historical Antique Shop for its unique variety of Historical items both Military and Civilian.

7. Katy Vibes

This exciting new venue in Katy promotes themselves as a "Restaurant by day...show-stopping live entertainment at night." Check their website for fun events like comedy shows, live music, Bingo, karaoke and more.

8. Katy Heritage Park FREE

Take a photo in front of the newly restored "You'll Love Katy" mural! While you're there, explore the history of Katy's heritage at the Wright House, Stockdick House, and visit the Tradition Bank Bandstand.

9. MKT Railroad Museum FREE 

Visit the most iconic landmark in Katy! The MKT railroad museum is an historic landmark with life-sized exhibits. Make sure to take your photo with the famous red caboose car.

10. Katy Mills

Escape the Texas heat inside the recently-refurbished Katy Mills Mall. The 165+ stores feature many high-fashion outlets like Saks Fifth Avenue, Kate Spade, Nike and more. The mall welcomes families to enjoy the contemporary dining pavilion, Disney Jr. Play Zone and AMC Movie Theatres.

11. Buc-ee's

Yes, it's a gas station, but a quick trip to the Buc-ee's in Katy proves that everything IS bigger in Texas. Even the car wash is BIG and the Guinness Book of World Records declared it to be the longest in the world! Grab some signature Buc-ee's gear, Beaver Nuggets, and an extra-large drink. It's tradition.

12. Willow Fork Park FREE

The 32-acre park is located at the northwest corner of SH 99/Grand Parkway and Cinco Ranch Blvd., north of Cinco Ranch High School. Take a leisurely walk through Willow Fork Park to watch for butterflies visiting their special garden. The park is also equipped with boardwalks, a pedestrian bridge, playground, disc golf, bio swales, a pavilion facility with restrooms, picnic tables and grills.

13. Katy Market Days FREE

What better way to spend a Saturday than a day full of shopping and delicious food? Visit the outdoor market in Downtown Katy every third Saturday of the month from March to December. You’ll find 100+ local vendors with unique wares, food trucks, and live music! The next market is August 17, 2024.

14. Slick City

Play indoors in numerous trampolines and waterless slides. Burn energy at this new Katy play space.

15. Home Run Dugout

Experience batting cage simulators, a restaurant, games, a beer garden and more!

16. Bicycle Riding in George Bush Park FREE

Take a nice family bike ride on the trails through George Bush Park.

17. Mason Road Skate Center

A Katy institution of fun since 1988, kids are still drawn to the fun of a classic roller rink. With great deals like All-You-Can-Eat-Pizza Night on Saturdays, Cheap Skate Wednesdays, birthday party packages, and more!

18. LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch

Explore the upscale shops and restaurants spread across 34 acres of LaCenterra in Cinco Ranch. Families can gather in the common areas, find the perfect gift or choose from many of the indoor and outdoor dining locations.

19. Andretti- Indoor Karting & Games

Embrace the next level of indoor entertainment excitement inspired by the racing legend himself. Test your skills in winding kart tracks, state-of-the-art arcades, virtual reality, laser tag, putt mini golf, and more. The perfect setting for the kid of any age young and young at heart.

20. Flavors on Fire

Enjoy date night, girls night, family events, and more while learning to cook in interactive and fun chef led classes.

21. Momentum Indoor Climbing

Challenge yourself to learn a new skill at one of the largest indoor climbing facilities in the Unites States. Momentum Indoor Climbing features rope climbing, bouldering, kids' climbing, cross training, yoga, and workspaces for professional use.

22. ​​Exploration Park 

Explore a sensory garden rooted in children's play and dedicated to environmental education with a musical bridge, fun swing varieties, large play area, picnic tables, and a water cycle wall.

23. The John Paul Landing Environmental Education Center Located at 9950 Katy Hockley Road, near where Katy ISD is building their next junior high and high school, Katy families can learn about nature. Fish, play, and walk the 865 acres that showcases the best of Katy nature. Learn more about activities and events at their website.

24. Main Event Bring the family to Main Event for fun and games under one roof! Test your skills on the gravity ropes, at the arcade games, bowling, and laser tag or at the billiard tables. Main Event also offers a full menu and bar

25. Toddy Oaks Toddy Oaks is a Katy family-owned business that offers so much including the only Winery, Brewery and Distillery (all 3) in Texas. They have multiple spaces for couples to sit and enjoy a drink. Friday and Saturday evenings offer live music. Don't miss their popular running club! Check their website for the schedule and ticket information.

26. Popstrokes Experience a new kind of putting experience at this unique complex designed by Tiger Woods.

27. Katy Play Station FREE This railroad-inspired play area was created to serve children with special needs. The Katy Play Station features easy-access ramps, and activities for hearing- and vision-impaired children.

28. Altitude Trampoline Park Katy kids love to bounce on the wall-to-wall trampolines and dive into the giant foam pit. Altitude Trampoline Park also features a kid's basketball court, a climbing wall, and fitness classes for adults.

29. Monster Mini Golf

Enjoy mini golf, lazer maze, bowling and more more at this indoor family friendly venue for monsters of all ages.

30. Pinot's Palette  Pinot's Palette hosts fun painting parties for families, groups, ladies’ night out, kids parties, birthday and events. Bring your own drink and appetizers - everything else is provided!  

31. Wildcatter Saloon (21+)

Check out what’s happening on the 4-acres of Wildcatter Saloon and Pavilion, Katy’s premiere concert venue for indoor and outdoor performances, festivals, contests, and more.

32. Katy Prairie Conservancy FREE

Trek through Katy's well-preserved prairie lands and learn about wildlife and conservation.

33. Katy Asian Town

So many options for dinner, dessert, shopping and entertainment. Satisfy your desire for a hot pot, rotating sushi, and more while finding merchanise from your favorite anime.

34. Jurassic World: The Exhibition

Through the first of next year, Katy families can learn about dinosaurs by being among some pretty lifelike models. Have fun while stepping back in time.

35. Katy Beer Garden

Now open this is Katy's newest hangout and the first tenent in The Dryer entertainment complex. We all know the sight of the Cardiff rice dryers as they have anchored the Katy skyline for over 60 years. The Katy Beer Garden will be something to check out.

36. Tilt Studio

Inside Katy Mills Mall, you’ll find the Tilt Studio. Take the whole family to play mini golf, laser tag, arcade games and even ride the Tilt-a-Whirl.

37. World of Beer

A night out with the friends can happen any night at World of Beer. Enjoy exclusive tap offerings, great menu, plenty of big screens to watch the games, or team up for themed trivia events and live music.

38. The Rustic Brush Explore your decorating spirit with a DIY wood sign workshop. Plan a Girls' Night Out and create your next masterpiece.

39. Cinemark    Catch the latest flick in one of Cinemark’s luxury recliner seats. The theater also serves beer, wine, and other refreshments right to your seat. 

40. AGR Adventure Park

From ax throwing to paintball and more. Katy residents can enjoy numerous fun activities to stay entertained during any season!

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