June 17: Celebrate Father’s Day magically

Visitors to The Woodlands Children’s Museum can celebrate Father’s Day by participating in a magician-themed arts and crafts day with performances from local magicians. Fathers and children can also enjoy a special story time.

June 19-25: Identify local species in The Woodlands

As part of National Pollinator Week, residents are invited to participate in BioBlitz, a weeklong event where participants can upload photos of local flora and fauna to a database to help identify local species in the area. The event will culminate in a celebration June 24 displaying local finds and discussing the local ecosystem.

June 22 & 24: Have a fairy tale adventure

International Fairy Day takes place at The Woodlands Children’s Museum, with Tinkerbell providing photo opportunity appearances. Children can create their own fairy wings and wands, and both adults and children are encouraged to wear fairy outfits.

June 27: Break in summer with a bash

Join The Woodlands Children’s Museum for a Summer Boogie Bash to welcome the summer season. The day will include musical events, beach-themed games and limbo.

June 30: Go out for a show with family



Class Act Productions will present “Shrek the Musical” performed by local children. Parents can also register their children for a potential role in the production starting June 19.

  • Time TBD
  • $20-$30 (performance), $400 (tuition to enroll)
  • Class Act Theater, 25275 Budde Road, Ste. 25, The Woodlands
  • 281-941-8500. www.classactproductions.org

July 2: Enjoy classic cars and coffee

The Woodlands Cars Club holds Cars and Coffee for a Cause at Market Street for car enthusiasts to gather and collect donations for nonprofit organizations in Montgomery County.

July 3: See a Star-Spangled Salute

The Houston Symphony performs a selection of patriotic favorites at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion as part of a musical tribute to Independence Day.

July 4: Watch a patriotic parade

The South County Fourth of July Parade consists of a 1.3-mile route around The Woodlands with marching bands, fire engines, clowns, floats and other attractions. Some roads will be closed during the parade.

July 4: Celebrate Independence Day



Residents are invited to attend the 26th annual Red, White and Blue Festival for the Fourth of July at locations in The Woodlands, including Town Green Park, Northshore Park, Waterway Square, Rob Fleming Park and Hughes Landing. Locations host a variety of family activities, and fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

July 4: Take part in Red Hot & Pool

Each pool in The Woodlands’ villages will celebrate with patriotic activities and decorations. Daily fees apply for residents and nonresidents, and entry is free for season pool pass holders.

July 6: Watch ‘The Music Man’

Class Act Productions will present performances of Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man.” Tickets will be available online for purchase a week in advance.

July 7: Take a chance at Bingo Night

A family Bingo Night is held the first Friday of every month. Prizes are awarded, and snacks are available. Preregistration is required for the event.

July 15: Join the YMCA family triathlon



Children ages 6-13 can participate in a triathlon sponsored by the Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands. The event includes swimming, cycling and running with seven age divisions for boys and girls. The top three finishers in each category will receive a special reward, and all participants receive a goodie bag, a T-shirt and a finisher medal.

  • 7:30 a.m.
  • $35
  • The Woodlands Family YMCA at Branch Crossing, 8100 Ashlane Way, The Woodlands
  • 281-681-6730. www.ymcahouston.org