This is Easter weekend, and if you want some fun activities, we've got free events for the kids – and the four-footed kids, too. From a huge dog festival to an art day for families to awesome performances from international dance companies, this weekend is full of choices.
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Event: Puppies for Breakfast. Nobody's eating puppies at this unique festival that brings together all things dog-related, with more than 50 vendors and artists. See the world's largest canine pinata, enjoy a costume contest for four-legged friends and watch Rover roam at a park-wide egg hunt. Free, but a $5 donation to help a local dog rescue group is appreciated. Food and drinks available for purchase.
When: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Market Square Park, 301 Milam St.
Getting there*:
METRORail: Red Line – exit Preston Station
Bus: 32 Renwick/San Felipe, 48 Navigation, 160 Memorial City Express, 161 Wilcrest Express, 85 Antoine/Washington; 44 Acres Homes
Event: Dance Salad Festival 2019. The Houston International Dance Coalition presents its 24th annual program of world-class performers. See dancers from the Royal Danish Ballet, New York City Ballet and Donlon Dance Collective Berlin.
When: Thursday, Friday and Saturday - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Wortham Center, 501 Texas Ave.
Getting there*:
METRORail: Green or Purple Lines – exit Theater District Station
Bus: 160 Memorial City Express, 161 Wilcrest Express, 162 Memorial Express, 85 Antoine/Washington, 44 Acres Homes, 30 Clinton/Ella, 20 Canal/Memorial, 102 Bush IAH Express, 82 Westheimer
Event: Sunday Family Zone. Drop in and enjoy games, activities, books and mini-tours of the galleries. This event launches Sunday family days, focusing on a different work of art or exhibition every month. Two storybook circles (1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.) use exciting tales to connect art with fiction. Free with general admission. MFAH members and children 12 and younger are always free. Recommended for ages 3 plus.
When: Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: Beck Building, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, 5601 Main St.
Getting there*:
METRORail: Red Line – exit Museum District Station
Bus: 65 Bissonnet, 56 Airline/ Montrose, 5 Southmore
*Routes suggested by Customer Service; individual needs may vary.
