Spring into Fun in Houston

Texas in the springtime is truly a site to behold. It’s a time when bluebonnets, the state flower, dust fields and roadsides with sprays of purple and the sound of chirping birds fills the air. Spring is a time of warm-but-not-too-warm days where locals and visitors can enjoy time outside with Mother Nature without sweating or needing a jacket. Spring, in Texas and around the world, is a time to enjoy flowers blooming, green grass beckoning for kids to play on it and animals coming out of hibernation to enjoy the sunshine.

Spring is also a time of festivals. From flower festivals to music festivals and canine-friendly festivals to kid festivals, Texas residents and visitors can fill their spring calendars with festivals galore to explore and learn in the warm spring sunshine. The Houston area in southeast Texas is a great springtime festival destination if you want to make some great memories this year. Check out these amazing festivals that will bring a smile to your face after the chilly winter you just left behind.

5 fun spring festivals in the Houston area 2024

1. Kite Festival in Hermann Park, April 7. This fan-favorite event brings guests a full day of high-flying fun. Of course, you’ll be able to fly kites at this event, but you are also sure to have a lot of family-friendly fun. Face painting, bounce houses, a live DJ and more await guests at this annual festival that enables everyone to engage in a fun pastime and feel like a kid again.
2. The Houston Art Car Parade, April 11-14. Houston’s largest free cultural event is celebrating its 37^th year this year and it’s going to be a blast! More than 300,000 attendees are expected to line the streets to get a glimpse of more than 250 funky cars that will make you smile. This parade is fun for all ages and celebrates art and community in Houston.
3. Frida Festival, April 26-27. Frida Festival celebrates the life and work of Frida Kahlo, one of Mexico’s most famous painters and an inspiration to many. The festival is celebrating its 19^th year and hopes to see more than 30,000 people in the 2024 season. Many festival attendees dress up like the famous artist. Aspiring artists can submit their artwork to be showcased at this fun festival that celebrates the talents of artists from all over Texas who are inspired by Frida’s work.
4. Houston Art Bike Festival, May 11. Celebrate human-powered vehicles at this fun festival that encourages guests of all ages to get outside and get active. Events throughout April and May encourage physical activity as well as creative thinking as groups from around Houston come together in partnership with Houston-area schools to celebrate at this fun event. Get ready to- literally!- roll!
5. Pasadena Strawberry Festival, May 16-19. This sweet festival features music from some of country music’s rising stars, including Easton Corbin and Scotty McCreery. In addition to live music, this is a festival that truly has it all, from a kidzone and baby float parade to a mud volleyball tournament and a car show. Perfect for all ages, this multi-day event requires tickets for admission on certain days. Get ready to have serious fun- all in the name of some delicious fruit!

Happy festival season, friends!

Houston-area lodging

When you book your spring festival getaway to Houston, look no further than Katy Lake RV Resort to kickback in style after a long day of fun at any one of these awesome events. Katy Lake RV has loads of amenities to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. Located in the west Houston area, Katy Lake RV is situated on 18 acres of land and has a pool, hot tub, exercise room, fishing pond and more. You’ll feel right at home in this laidback location that will enable you to relax after a fun day of festivals.