Things to do in The Woodlands Texas

Summer-time in southeast Texas is known for the heat and humidity, so when it comes to indoor activities, The Woodlands Downtown area has a wide variety of things to do. During the school year and after, tweens can attend events at The Gorilla Hole and assorted spring break events including a number of summer camps across the area. Family friendly indoor activities also include bowling at Main Event, or Bowlero, games at Dave & Busters, or a movie at one of four area movie theaters.

Outdoor fun can be had at any of the over 150 public parks in The Woodlands, include watercraft rentals on Lake Woodlands at Riva Row, or Hughes Landing.
The Rob Fleming Aquatic Center is the next best thing to Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splash Town in Spring for beating the summer heat. There are currently 5 individual, muli-screen theaters AMC, Cinemark, Cinepolis, and Xscape in or near The Woodlands Township. Cinepolis features food and (adult) beverage service along with the latest movies to hit the Movie Theaters in The Woodlands Texas.

Add it all up and there are a lot of Things To Do in The Woodlands; and many of them are FREE! The Woodlands is constantly expanding so come back and visit The Woodlands Events Guide to keep up-to-date on the happenings, events and attractions in The Woodlands!

The Top 10 Things to do in The Woodlands Texas

In no particular order.

Hike & Bike George Mitchell Nature Parks
Catch a Concert at the Pavilion
Outdoors & Recreational
Activities for the Kids
Enjoy Arts & Culture

See The Woodlands Waterway
Enjoy Catch & Release Fishing
Stay-Dry* Watercraft Rentals
Town Center Nightlife
A Round of Golf

Visit a Local Farmer's Market

View and purchase fresh vegetables, hand crafted artisan goods, food trucks, a variety of other items from local vendors.

Farmer’s Market on Tamina – Open Saturdays from 9am to 1pm – FMoT family includes on-site restaurants and shopping and feature several vendors with food ready to eat on-site and guest food trucks on select Saturdays.
Old-Town-Spring Shopping – Old Town Spring is the historic location of a 19th century railroad hub which grew into Spring, Texas and is now home to over 100 local businesses! Most stores are open *Tuesday – Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm; some shops open on Mondays.
The Woodlands Farmer’s Market – Saturday hours 9am – 1pm (October – June), rain or shine, Located in the Grogan’s Mill Shopping Center, The Woodlands Farmer’s Market is home to vendors offering locally grown produce, grass fed beef, Texas handmade artisan cheeses, goat cheese, sustainably cultivated coffee, local honey, breads & pastries, no sugar-added baked goods, prepared tamales, Indian cuisine & Mediterranean food, gluten-free options, and seasonal products.
Farmer’s Market in Tomball – Every Saturday from 9am-1pm rain or shine– The market is open year round at 205 W. Main Street in Downtown Tomball, TX. TFM provides a unique family and pet friendly shopping experience.*vendors are likely to vary.

The Woodlands Texas Activities Guide

waterway square family friendly activities festivals

Family Activities

The Woodlands Texas public venue annual schedule includes assorted festivals and seasonal events.

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Waterway Activities

The centerpiece of Waterway Square is the 120' Waterwall and circular fountain featuring regularly scheduled light and music shows. The public venue also features restaurants, hotels, and is the nightlife area of The Woodlands Texas.

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Festivals in The Woodlands

Several festivals and other outdoor events held throughout the year in Town Center. Festival events are frequently held on the Great Lawn in Town Green Park including, the Annual Crawfish festival.

Festivals in The Woodlands

Eneko Llanos winner of Texas Ironman 2011

Sports Activities

From the jogging loop in Grogan's Mill, you can travel along the pathways to Disc Golf courses, pickle ball courts, Bocci Ball, and various playfields.

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Swimming Pools

Each Village in The Woodlands features aquatics resources like public swimming pools and spray / splash pads. While boating is welcome in Lake Woodlands.

Swimming Pools The Woodlands

Live Music in The Woodlands

From live music at local parks,
to concerts at the pavilion.

Live Music The Woodlands

Sculpture Art

The Woodlands is home to one of the largest collections of public art in the State of Texas. From mosaics and sculptures to a growing collection of art benches, there are many pieces to view, and enjoy. Make plans to visit the various mosaics, sculptures and a collection of art-benches, to view, enjoy, and of course, have a sit and a selfie!

The Woodlands Dreamer Sculpture Village Panther Creek

Public Parks

Public Parks offer a wide variety of outdoor activities. A public park in The Woodlands is a short bike ride, or a nice stroll away along a nearby pathway. Wheel Friendly Parks are located in several villages, and the softer surface of Millbend Linear Loop in Grogan’s Mill Village is favored by joggers.

Public Parks in The Village of Grogan's Mill

Public Parks The Village of College Park The Woodlands

Public Parks in The Village of Indian Springs

Public Parks in The Village of Panther Creek

Sterling Ridge Village Public Parks The Woodlands

Public Parks in The Woodlands Township, Texas

Public Art Benches

The Woodlands Public Art Bench Project allowed local, national, and international artists to add their own flare to Town Center by contributing a custom built bench. The Woodlands Art Council oversees the benches up to installation prior to handing them off to the The Woodlands Township for the foreseeable future of said benches.