It is August, and summer will be ending in a matter of weeks. Here is a list of things to do while the heat is still blazing and school is still out. From fun in the sun to fascinating things to learn, there is a lot to do in Missouri City and Sugar Land.
Eat
Frios Gourmet Pops Cool off with popsicles made with fresh ingredients at Frios Gourmet Pops. The shop offers milk-based flavors, such as Banana Puddin, Candy Crunch, and Caramel Apple, as well as fruit-based flavors, such as blueberry lemonade and blackberry ginger lemonade. 18318 University Blvd., Ste. 200, Sugar Land 281-313-5666 www.friopops.com
Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt For more traditional self-serve frozen yogurt, head to Tutti Frutti. It serves a variety of sweet and savory flavors, such as chocolate-covered coffee bean and bubble gum, and even creamed corn. There is also a topping bar with a wide array of add-ons. 9050 Hwy. 6, Ste. 110, Missouri City 713-622-1118
1513 Hwy. 6, Ste. 110, Sugar Land 281-201-2092
Drink
Rayly Teahouse Tapioca, bubble tea and smoothie drinks are available at two local Rayly Teahouse locations. Drinks are customized with ice cream, egg pudding and fruit jellies. 7746 Hwy. 6, Missouri City 281-969-7509
5730 New Territory Blvd., Sugar Land 832-919-8869 www.raylyteahouse.com
Sharetea Sharetea serves fruit-flavored teas, blended ice drinks along with milk- and creama-based drinks. Sharetea also serves traditional Taiwanese desserts. 3227 Hwy. 6, Ste. A, Sugar Land 832-303-8838 www.1992sharetea.com
Visit
Brazos Bend State Park Spend the day or weekend at Brazos Bend State Park, which has 37 miles of trails, fishing piers and a nature center that highlights the park’s ecosystems. 21901 FM 762, Needville 979-553-5102 www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/brazos-bend
Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park Guests can release their inner child at Sky Zone, which has trampoline arenas and programs for both children and adults. Check the website for daily programs and events. 10207 S. Sam Houston Parkway, Ste. 100, Houston 713-292-5000 www.skyzone.com/houston
Sugar Land Farmers Market Browse the goods at the farmers market, which is open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturdays. Guests can taste freshly prepared food and shop for handmade gifts. 198 Kempner St., Sugar Land 281-677-7996 www.imperialfarmersmarket.com
Sugar Land Skeeters
Watch a Sugar Land Skeeters baseball game at Constellation Field, which has many family-friendly amenities, like a playground and a splash pad. The team plays almost daily throughout the summer.
1 Stadium Drive, Sugar Land
281-240-4487
www.sugarlandskeeters.com
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park There are more than trampolines at Urban Air. Children can tackle the warrior obstacle course, ride the indoor coaster Sky Rider, and play in the Slam Dunk Zone. There is also an enclosed area for children age 7 and younger. 9848 Hwy. 90, Sugar Land 281-972-8797 www.urbanairtrampolinepark.com
Learn
The Dew Plantation House
Head to Kitty Hollow Park to see the historical Dew Plantation House, which encapsulates turn-of-the-century architecture. It is the oldest surviving estate in Missouri City and features different exhibits and hosts events throughout the year.
6626 Hwy. 6, Missouri City
281-342-6478
lifeonthebrazosriver.com/DewPlantationHouse.htm
Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center Located in the Imperial Market building, the discovery center is a hot spot for children age 12 and younger. There is a child-sized “city” exhibit, toddler spot, and many interactive and educational activities. 198 Kempner St., Sugar Land 832-742-2800 www.childrensdiscoveryfb.org
Houston Museum of Natural Science Sugar Land
The Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Sugar Land branch has several permanent exhibits, such as the Hall of Paleontology and Digital Dome Theater, as well as rotating exhibits for guests of all ages.
13016 University Blvd., Sugar Land
281-313-2277
www.hmns.org/hmns-at-sugar-land
Sugar Land Heritage Foundation The foundation offers guided walking tours through Old Sugar Land. 198 Kempner St., Sugar Land 281-494-0261 www.slheritage.org
Cool off
Hunter’s Glen Park Hunter’s Glen Park—which is open to residents and nonresidents—is home to a large sprayground with multiple water features. It is partially shaded and is situated next to the playground for hours of fun for children of all ages. 1340 Independence Blvd., Missouri City 281-403-8637 www.missouricitytx.gov
Splash pad in Kitty Hollow Park
Kitty Hollow Park’s amenities include a splash pad, a playground, picnic tables and barbecue pits under plenty of shade.
9555 Hwy. 6, Missouri City
281-835-9419
www.fortbendcountytx.gov
Splash pad at RiverPark RiverPark’s colorful splash pad is next to the park’s recreation center and has multiple spray features. It is open sunrise to sunset every day each summer except Tuesdays. 5875 Summit Creek, Sugar Land 281-275-2825 www.sugarlandtx.gov
Sugar Land City Park and municipal pool The public swimming pool at Sugar Land’s City Park is open to both resident and nonresidents for a fee of under $3 per person. 225 Seventh St., Sugar Land 281-275-2897 www.sugarlandtx.gov
Sugar Land Ice and sports Center The sports center has two ice rinks and is open for public skating sessions nearly every day. Sessions are usually two hours long and cost $10 per person. Rental skates are available in sizes for toddlers through adult. 16225 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land 281-265-7465 www.sugarlandice.com
