Whether you’re a season ticket holder for the Houston Grand Opera or searching the city for the most Instagram-worthy experiences, Houston has something for everyone. From family-focused sing-alongs for the youngest family members to immersive experiences sure to delight teens and everyone in between, I’ve compiled a list of the many ways you can experience the arts around Houston with your family!
With 12,948 seats for live performances and 1,580 movie seats, Houston’s Theater District is the nation’s second-largest theater district in the United States after New York City. Houston is one of only five cities in the United States with permanent professional resident companies in all of the major disciplines: ballet, opera, symphony and theater productions.
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Music
Houston Symphony – Houston Symphony’s Family Concert Series on select Saturday mornings include interactive concert experiences, arts and crafts activities, and an instrument “petting zoo” where children can explore and try out playing the many different instruments. Located At: 615 Louisiana St. Suite 102 Houston, TX 77002
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Prelude Family Concerts – The Prelude Family Concert Series takes place in the event pavilion at Levy Park on select Saturdays at 4:30pm. Geared toward babies, toddlers, preschoolers and the grownups who love them, Prelude Family Concerts nurture creativity, self-expression and development through a variety of musical styles. Located At: 3801 Eastside St, Houston, TX 77098
Houston Grand Opera – HGO’s Storybook Opera brings singing storytellers to your school or library for a 30-minute engaging and enjoyable introduction to opera for students Pre-K – 2nd grade. Located At: 510 Preston St., Houston, TX 77002
