Katy's Big Giant Summer Fun Kids Guide

KATY MAGAZINE NEWS

June 12, 2023

By Natalie Cook Clark

Katy families don't have to look far to find summer fun for all ages and stages. Some are FREE! See what local moms recommend.

Summer Fun is Easy in Katy

Katy kids have it made when seeking summer fun in Katy. The possibilities of fun are endless! Stay local and make summer plans. This guide is broken into categories to help families plan with "Katy Littles," "Katy School-Age Kids," and "Katy Teens." Please note that activities will be repeated in each category that they fit.

Some Katy Moms look to combine activities for a summer day. "We go to Altitude Trampoline Park and then CiCi’s. We’ve been doing it for years with our kids ages 1-7. It’s a great combo for energy release and food refuel," says K.E.

This list will continue to be updated throughout the summer to give you the greatest fun options to enjoy with your children in all stages.

Katy Littles

Baby through Kinder

Events at Central Green Park FREE

Gather the family for live music at Central Green Park at LaCenterra of Cinco Ranch on select Saturdays. Katy Littles can enjoy dancing on the lawn! Follow them on Facebook for information on all their events such as yoga, story time, live performances and more!

Photo courtesy: Central Green Park

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.

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.

Katy Heritage Park FREE

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

Hooray Indoor Party Playground

Great indoor fun to beat The Katy heat!

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.

Monkey Joe’s

Enjoy a large indoor playground complete with arcade games. Perfect for entertaining Katy Littles.

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.

Giggles and Fun Indoor Playground

Indoor play great for Katy's littlest players.

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.

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.

Bicycle Riding in George Bush Park FREE

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

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!

Kanga’s Indoor Playcenter and Café

Great indoor play for active little kids!

Kanga's Indoor Playcenter and Cafe in Katy

Family Night at Chick-fil-A FREE

The local Chick-fil-A restaurants offer fun programs for kids throughout the month with special visits from the Chick-fil-A cow and her friends.

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.

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.

Katy Prairie Conservancy FREE

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

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.

Exploration Park

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.

Dig World

Operate real construction equipment and help your little live out their bull-dozer driving dreams!

Katy School-Aged Kids

First Grade through Fifth Grade

Events at Central Green Park FREE

Gather the family for live music at Central Green Park at LaCenterra of Cinco Ranch on select Saturdays. Follow them on Facebook for information on all their events such as yoga, story time, live performances and more!

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.

MKT Railroad Museum

Mary Jo Peckham Park FREE

Monkey Joe’s

Indoor play and tons of arcade games make this fun for school-aged students.

Hooray Indoor Party Playground

When it's hot, play inside with your kids at Hooray.

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.

Katy Heritage Park FREE

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

Giggles and Fun Indoor Playground

Indoor play with fun galore!

Katy Mills

Buc-ee's

Willow Fork Park FREE

LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch

Popstroke

Try your skills at the 18-hole putting course designed by Tiger Woods. Enjoy games and food at Katy's latest entertainment venue.

Popstroke

Bicycle Riding in George Bush Park FREE

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

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 and summer fun!

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.

Family Night at Chick-fil-A FREE

The local Chick-fil-A restaurants offer fun programs for kids throughout the month with special visits from the Chick-fil-A cow and her friends.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Kanga’s Indoor Playcenter and Café

Indoor play perfect for a hot day!

Katy Prairie Conservancy FREE

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

The Showboat Drive-In

The short drive from Katy to Hockley is worth it to travel back in time. Enjoy current, blockbuster movies in old-fashioned, drive-in style. Bring a blanket and chairs to enjoy the mild Texas weather.

Tilt Studio Katy

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.

Katy Teens

Junior High and High School

Events at Central Green Park FREE

Katy teens can enjoy live music at Central Green Park at LaCenterra of Cinco Ranch on select Saturdays. Follow them on Facebook for information on all their events such as yoga, story time, live performances and more!

Central Green Park

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, Go Karts, and more. Visit their website to find the best option and see the add-ons to make the day extra special.

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. Teens can enjoy the food court and AMC Movie Theatres.

Willow Fork Park FREE

LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch

Popstroke

Try your skills at the 18-hole putting course designed by Tiger Woods. Enjoy games and food at Katy's latest entertainment venue.

Bicycle Riding in George Bush Park FREE

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

Mason Road Skate Center

Andretti- Indoor Karting & Games

Andretti Indoor Karting and Games

Momentum Indoor Climbing

Main Event

Katy teens love 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.

Alamo Drafthouse Theme Days You’re invited special movie experiences at Alamo Drafthouse. From special themed openings to Cereal Showings. There's always something fun going on at the theater in the heart of LaCenterra.

Alternate Reality Escape Room Can you and your friends escape a Nuclear Fall-Out or Zombie Apocalypse in less than 60 minutes? Test your survival skills in one of the themed escape rooms at Alternate Reality. Not recommended for young children.

iFly Houston

Feel the adrenaline rush of skydiving, without the altitude. Certified instructors are close by to guide you to an unforgettable aerial experience.

The Showboat Drive-In

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.

Some of these summer fun activities were suggested by Katy Moms, an online community that connects Katy moms and allows them to ask questions and provide advice to each other.

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