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Spring Break Fun in Katy: Freebies, Camps and More
March 06 2024
Spring break is next week, and if you're planning to stay in town, there are plenty of activities to keep you and your kids busy and engaged while making memories. Check out our lineup of events and activities to enjoy close to home!
Freebies at The Brookwood Community
Each week day during spring break, the Brookwood Community will offer an assortment of freebies! Bring the family to Brookwood in Brookshire for a day of casual, delicious dining, shopping in their jaw-dropping gift shop and garden center, and learning about their meaningful work that supports adults with disABILITIES.
Café Hours: Mon – Sat 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, Closed Sun | Store Hours: Mon – Sat 9:00 am – 4:30 pm, Closed Sun
- Monday, March 11: Decorate Your Own Cupcake Creation with a kids meal purchase.
- Tuesday, March 12: Complimentary ice cream with a kids meal purchase.
- Wednesday, March 13: Painting Kindness Rocks – take one home or share the love with a Brookwood Citizen.
- Thursday, March 14: It's National Craft Day – unleash your creativity with an assortment of crafts!
- Friday, March 15: Kids Eat FREE with the purchase of an Adult meal.
Get Outside: Park Programming Near You
There are dozens of amazing parks right here in your area (explore some of our favorites here), and many of them have special programming in store during spring break! Enjoy the great outdoors while burning off energy and make memories without spending a dime.
Nature's Ways Story Time @ John Paul Landing
When: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Location: 9950 Katy Hockley Rd, Cypress, TX, 77433
Description: Explore the world of nature at John Paul Landing each Tuesday at 10am as we read a nature story, then do an activity. Parents and caregivers invited to participate. Best suited for children ages 2 - 5. Click here to register.
Weekly Bird Walk @ John Paul Landing
When: Wednesday, March 13, 2024 @ 8:30 AM - 11:30 PM | Location: 9950 Katy Hockley Rd, Cypress, TX, 77433
Description: Start your day with a guided walk to explore the birds of John Paul Landing. All ages and levels of experience welcome. Please bring your own equipment, water, and bug spray, etc. Hats and sunscreen are recommended as there is little shade along the 2-mile route. Walks leave from John Paul Landing Environmental Education Center. For more information, email johnpaullanding@hcp4.net or call 713-274-3131. Click here to register.
A Closer Look At Nature: Crazy About Crawfish @ John Paul Landing
When: Wednesday, March 13, 2024 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Location: 9950 Katy Hockley Rd, Cypress, TX, 77433
Description: Whether you refer to them as crayfish, crawfish, mudbugs or yabbies, this unique animal can be found very close to home. Join us at John Paul Landing as we burrow into the lives of crawfish around the world to see what makes them so interesting. At the tail end of the program, we will have to opportunity to see some live crawfish and then try to catch some local inhabitants of the lake. *Please bring footwear that can get muddy as this will take place lakeside. All are welcome at this program designed for school-aged children. Each class includes a 30-minute presentation followed by an activity. For questions, email johnpaullanding@hcp4.net or call 713-274-3131. Click here to register.
Know Your Tacklebox (Session 2) @ John Paul Landing
When: Wednesday, March 13, 2024 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Location: 9950 Katy Hockley Rd, Cypress, TX, 77433
Description: Join a TPWD Certified Angler at John Paul Landing and learn how to tie fishing knots, the importance of a tacklebox, and learn how to cast properly and safely with a fun game called backyard bass. Class is best suited for ages 8 years to adult For questions, email johnpaullanding@hcp4.net or call 713-274-3131. Click here to register.
A Closer Look At Nature: Crazy About Crawfish @ John Paul Landing
When: Wednesday, March 13, 2024 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Location: 9950 Katy Hockley Rd, Cypress, TX, 77433
Description: Whether you refer to them as crayfish, crawfish, mudbugs or yabbies, this unique animal can be found very close to home. Join us at John Paul Landing as we burrow into the lives of crawfish around the world to see what makes them so interesting. At the tail end of the program, we will have to opportunity to see some live crawfish and then try to catch some local inhabitants of the lake. *Please bring footwear that can get muddy as this will take place lakeside. All are welcome at this program designed for school-aged children. Each class includes a 30-minute presentation followed by an activity. For questions, email johnpaullanding@hcp4.net or call 713-274-3131. Click here to register.
Junior Angler @ Mary Jo Peckham Park
When: Thursday, March 14, 2024 @ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Location: 5597 Gardenia Ln, Katy, TX 77493
Description: This Junior Angler program at Mary Jo Peckham Park will cover basic information all fisherman should know before hitting the water. If you haven’t attended the previous classes, no worries! This class will serve as a review for returners, and entry-level challenges for first-timers. Topics to be covered include fishing safety, tacklebox basics, casting practice, and fishing. We will have a 45 minute lunch break (bring your lunch and drinks). Limited fishing equipment and bait provided during the event. Registration is limited and required to allot limited fishing equipment for registered participants. For questions, email parksedu@hcp4.net or call 713-274-3131. Click here to register.
City of Katy Spring Community Camp Out @ VFW Park
When: Friday, March 15 @ 4:00 PM - Saturday, March 16 @ 9:00 AM | Location: 6202 George Bush Drive, Katy, TX 77493
Description: Families with children of all ages are welcome to attend! Participants can enjoy the park and various activities then settle in for the evening with a hot dog dinner, provided by Parkway Fellowship North Katy, s'mores, and an outdoor movie. Delight in some time with your fellow campers at breakfast the next morning before loading up and enjoying the rest of your weekend! Registration ends March 10. To learn more, visit this City of Katy website.
An Evening Under The Stars @ John Paul Landing
When: Saturday, March 16, 2024 @ 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM | Location: 9950 Katy Hockley Rd, Cypress, TX, 77433
Description: Have you ever wondered what planets , constellations, or the moon looked like through a telescope? Well, come join us for a fun evening observing the night sky with the Houston Astronomical Society. We will have a telescope set up and ready to see the wonders of our universe. Never know what you might see looking at the night sky. For questions, email johnpaullanding@hcp4.net or call 713-274-3131. Click here to register.
Coding to Painting: Enriching Camps in Katy
Katy has no shortage of enriching spaces for young minds to explore, create, innovate and have fun. Check out these locals camps that have curated exciting lineups o f fun activities all week long.
Cordovan Art School Art Camp (All Day, Half Day or Mini Sessions)
When: Monday, March 11 - Friday, March 15, 2024 | Location: 1627 S Fry Rd, Katy, TX 77450
Description: Campers get to attend either individual mini sessions, all 10 mini-sessions (Full Day), or 5 mini-sessions (Half Day), where they will paint fun designs like ceramic pandas, frolicking bunnies on canvas, whimsical creatures of folklore, Pokémon and more. Full day camp runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, half day camp runs from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM or 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, and mini sessions are 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM or 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Heads up: parents need to pack lunch and snacks for their kiddos. To learn more, visit cordovanartschool.com/katy/katy-spring-break-camps.
Board & Brush Creative Studio
Description: Let Board & Brush entertain the kids! Their Kid Camps are full of collaboration, creativity, and fun! Preregistration is required and seats are limited. To learn more, visit boardandbrush.com/katy.
- Tuesday, March 12 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Mason Jar Sand Art
- Saturday, March 16 @ 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Painted Pots and Succulents
Drama Kids International (All Day or Half Day)
When: Monday, March 11 - Friday, March 15, 2024 | Location: Falcon Ranch Clubhouse @ 24820 Forest Canyon Ln Katy, TX 77494
Description: Explore the art of comedy beyond TV shows, juggling more than pins and clowning beyond stereotypes in a fun-filled camp experience ending with a Parisian-themed performance. Full day camp runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and half day camp runs from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. To learn more, visit the Drama Kids International website.
iCode Katy
When: Monday, March 11 - Friday, March 15, 2024 | Location: 9550 Spring Green Blvd Suite 432, Katy, TX 77494
Description: Kids ages 7-11 and 11-15 will have a blast participating in camps that give them the opportunity to create and code their own world in Roblox, make Mods (modifications) in Minecraft, learn the fundamentals of mechanical engineering, or content creation on YouTube. Camps start at 9:00 AM and end at 4:00 PM. For more information, visit iCode Katy's website.
City of Katy Parks Camps
SoccerStars Spring Break Camp
When: Monday, March 11 - Friday, March 15, 2024 | Location: Katy City Park @ 5850 Franz Rd, Katy, TX 77493
Description: Kids ages 3-10 are invited to some have fun on the multi-purpose field from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. To learn more, visit this City of Katy website.
NAofA All Sports Camp
When: Monday, March 11 - Friday, March 15, 2024 | Location: Woodsland Park @ 443 Danover Rd, Katy, TX 77494
Description: The All Sports Camp offers kids a chance to experience various sports and learn important values like teamwork and sportsmanship while having fun. Kids ages 7 to 12 are invited to participate from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. For more information, visit this City of Katy website.
Positive Learning Active Youth
When: Monday, March 11 - Friday, March 15, 2024 | Location: Woodsland Community Center @ 443 Danover Rd, Katy, TX 77494
Description: Join us for new and popular spring break camps featuring slime, S.T.E.M, sports, and more sponsored by City of Katy Parks And Recreation & P.L.A.Y! Choose from themed activities like Legos, painting, sports, and crafts. Camps are offered by Half Day (8:30-11:30 AM or 1:00-4:00 PM) or Full Day (8:30-4:00 PM). Register at learngrowplay.org or contact Tracie at 713-887-7707.
By Tiffany Krenek, My Neighborhood News 
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Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
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