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Browse FreeBuild a full Fri–Sun itinerary in 60 seconds
New ToolSwim lessons, sports, speech therapy, camps — all compared
SEO GuidesSpeech, OT, ABA, inclusive programs, parent support
For Every FamilyMath challenges, trivia, word games — fun for the whole family
Play FreeThings your family can do right now — no signup needed, just show up.
Story time, Mother Goose Time (0–12mo), crafts, 3D printing, free Wi-Fi. Meeting rooms available.
Mon–Tue 9am–9pm · Wed–Thu 9am–6pm · Fri–Sat 10am–5pm FreeStory time, Nifty Needlers craft group, homework help, 3D printing, computers, free Wi-Fi.
Mon & Thu 9am–9pm · Tue–Wed 9am–6pm · Fri–Sat 10am–5pm FreePreschool story time (ages 3–6), teen programs, summer reading, computers, meeting rooms.
Mon & Thu 9am–9pm · Tue–Wed 9am–6pm · Fri–Sat 10am–5pm FreeFamily story time, book clubs, STEAM activities, homework help. Part of Harris County system.
Mon–Thu 10am–8pm · Fri 1pm–6pm · Sat 10am–5pm Free32-acre park with fishing lake, playground, disc golf, putting green, walking trails, indoor pool & fitness center.
Daily 7am–10pm Free (pool separate)Baseball/softball fields, soccer field, 6 ADA tennis courts, covered basketball pavilion, picnic tables. All-inclusive playground for special needs.
Daily 5am–11pm FreeSkatepark, large playground, picnic tables, basketball courts, walking trails, restrooms. 5.3 acres.
Daily 7am–10pm FreeWooded 7-acre park with covered basketball court, playground, outdoor pavilion, BBQ pit, community center.
Dawn–Dusk Free7-acre off-leash park. Separate small/large breed areas, agility course, wading pool, dog showers, walking path.
Dawn–Dusk FreePrairie walks, birding tours, nature education. Over 7,800 acres of recreational space.
Free6 ADA-accessible lighted tennis courts. First come, first served.
Daily 5am–11pm FreeMultiple courts across Cinco Ranch. Dual-use pickleball/tennis. Lighted. Reservation required.
6:30am–10pm Free (residents)Lighted baseball/softball fields, soccer/multipurpose field. Available for casual play when not reserved.
Daily 5am–11pm Free (casual play)Covered three-court basketball pavilion. Open to the public year-round.
Daily 5am–11pm FreeCricket fields available at select Fort Bend County parks. Check fortbendcountytx.gov for locations and availability.
Free100 acres. 15 baseball diamonds, soccer fields, batting cages, concession stands, pavilion.
Daily 7am–10pm Free (casual play)Open to the public splash pad with playground. Seasonal (spring through fall).
FreeMultiple playground areas with splash features. Large 3-story playscape, musical elements, swings.
Free (community)Neighborhood splash pad perfect for toddlers and young kids. Seasonal.
FreeMisting flowers, surprise geysers, water features. One of the best free public splash pads near Katy.
FreeInteractive splash pad with shopping and dining nearby. Great for a full family outing.
FreeBoth districts are back in session. If bus routes, lunch accounts or after-school care are still unsorted, this week is the time. Key dates and checklist at katykidsinsider.com/back-to-school/
In SessionMissing assignments with decent test scores is an organization problem, not a comprehension one. Caught now it is easy to fix. Caught in December it is not.
FreeMost fall leagues close registration in August for seasons starting in September. Register this week if you want your preferred division.
Closing SoonThe 3PM-to-5PM gap is the biggest scramble of the year. Programs with bus pickup fill in the first two weeks — call today, not next week.
Act NowTicketed storytime for non-walking babies. Arrive early for a ticket. Rhymes, songs, lap activities. Perfect for the little one still home.
FreeFort Bend and Harris County branches shift to fall schedules this month. Toddler time, STEAM activities, and homework help after school.
FreeFresh produce, baked goods, artisans. Every Saturday morning — a good stock-up for weekday lunchboxes.
FreeStill open daily 9AM–7PM through Sept 7. Perfect after-school cooldown while the Texas heat holds. All free.
Free DailyBoth districts scheduled fall break starting Oct 9 — the first time they overlap. Camps that week will fill by mid-September. See what to do now →
Plan AheadYou just lived the 3PM problem for the first time. After-school programs fill in the next two weeks, fall sports registration is closing now, and fall break lands Oct 9. Every option, date and deadline in one place.
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Every key date for both districts, after-school care options, tutors, and fall sports deadlines. Fall break is Oct 9 — plan before it books up.
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Guided canvas painting for young artists. Weekend drop-in available.
Kids learn coding through game building. After-school and weekend options.
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Expert tips, seasonal guides, and everything Katy parents need to know — written by locals.
Katy ISD and Lamar CISD are back in session. Every key date for both districts, after-school care options, tutors, fall sports deadlines, and a first-week checklist.
Katy ISD has two campus changes. Lamar CISD has three. What actually changes at each jump, the endorsement decision nobody explains, and the warning signs worth catching early.
Parks, splash pads, library story times, nature trails, and community events — all completely free. Updated weekly with what's actually happening.
Schools, pediatricians, neighborhoods, sports leagues, and how to actually make parent friends. Everything we wish someone told us when we moved here.
Trampoline parks, art studios, sports complexes, and backyard alternatives. Real costs, real reviews, and energy levels rated so you know what to expect.
Speech therapy, OT, ABA, IEP advocacy, sensory-friendly activities, and support groups — all in one place. Written with love by parents who get it.
Rankings, test scores, extracurriculars, boundaries, and the real talk from parents in both districts. Plus charter and private alternatives.
Indoor vs outdoor, survival swim vs stroke development, infant programs to competitive teams — plus real parent reviews on every school.
Soccer, flag football, gymnastics, basketball, tennis, martial arts — registration windows, costs, and which programs actually develop skills.
When to get an evaluation, what to look for in a therapist, insurance tips, and every speech-language pathologist in the Katy area reviewed.
Painting, pottery, drawing, mixed media — every art studio serving Katy kids, with class formats, pricing, and what parents actually think.
Code Ninjas vs iCode vs Skill Samurai — plus robotics, science labs, and which programs actually teach real skills vs just play time.
Piano, guitar, ballet, hip-hop, School of Rock — every studio, lesson format, and recital schedule in the Katy area.
Every playground, nature trail, fishing spot, and outdoor adventure in Katy, Fulshear & Richmond — mapped and rated by local families.
Which tutoring center is right for your kid? Costs, teaching styles, subjects, and real results compared side by side.
Where to eat with kids who won't sit still. Patios, play areas, kids menus, and every "kids eat free" deal in the Katy area.
Who's accepting new patients, who has weekend hours, and which offices actually run on time. Every essential kids health provider reviewed.
Care.com vs local referrals, Mother's Day Out programs, background checks, and what Katy parents actually pay. Plus our vetting tips.
Sunday programs, Vacation Bible School, youth groups, and family ministries — which Katy churches go above and beyond for families.
Classical Conversations, local co-ops, enrichment classes, UIL athletics eligibility, and how to build a homeschool social life in Katy.
Every camp worth knowing in Katy, Fulshear & Richmond — from STEM to sports to art. Includes pricing, ages, dates, and insider tips from parents who've sent their kids.
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Katy ISD's first day is Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Lamar CISD started Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Both districts added a new October fall break — Katy ISD October 9-13 and Lamar CISD October 9-12.
After-school options in Katy include YMCA programs with bus pickup from many campuses, martial arts academies that pick up directly from school, Code Ninjas after-school coding, gymnastics and ninja gyms, art and music studios with fall sessions, and Katy ISD campus-based programs.
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