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Need Sober Fun in Houston? We Got You!

  • November 29, 2022
  • | 10:38 AM

Need Some Sober Fun in Houston? We Got You!

Looking for some sober fun in Houston? You have come to the right place! Not only are these great spots for sober fun, but they’re family-friendly, too!

Explore the fine arts, visit space, take a stroll in the park or visit animals at the zoo. Learn something new about yourself or just enjoy a relaxing day with our list of sober activities in Houston!

Museum of Fine Arts Houston

MFAH (Sober Fun in Houston)

? Museum of Fine Arts Houston

Y’all!  With a collection of 70,000 pieces of art, you seriously will never get bored at the Museum of Fine Arts. Depending on what you fancy, they have photography, film, drawings, and indigenous sculptures. Feel free to explore on your own or follow a guided tour, listen to gallery talks or even see a performance.

The Museum of Fine Arts is a great way to have Sober Fun in Houston with family.

Hours and Location
Sunday 12:30–6PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11AM–5PM
Thursday 11AM–9PM
Friday 11AM–6PM
Saturday 11AM–6PM

?1001 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77005

Space Center Houston

Places to go for Introverts

? Space Center Houston

Space Center Houston is a great place for space enthusiasts to learn more about our history with Space travel. Here you will take in a wealth of knowledge on what it takes to become an astronaut, and how our modern-day space shuttles came to be.

Explore and learn about Mars, Space shuttles, and see behind-the-scenes action at NASA. You can even take a tram tour of human space exploration. Talk about some out-of-this-world sober fun in Houston!

Hours and Location

Sunday 9AM–5PM

Monday 10AM–5PM

Tuesday 10AM–5PM

Wednesday 10AM–5PM

Thursday 10AM–5PM

Friday 10AM–5PM

Saturday10AM–5PM

?1601 E NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX 77058

Downtown Aquarium

Downtown Aquarium (Sober fun in Houston)

Downtown Aquarium Houston has under the sea flare that is great for the whole family. Check out amazing exhibits with local sea life like Stingrays and Red Fish, or admire the more tropical tanks with Clown Fish and coral.

After you’re done admiring the marine life, take a ride on the ferris wheel and grab a bite to eat at the incredible Aquarium Restaurant!

Hours an Location
Sunday 10AM–8:30PM
Monday 10AM–8:30PM
Tuesday 10AM–8:30PM
Wednesday 10AM–8:30PM
Thursday 10AM–8:30PM
Friday 10AM–10PM
Saturday 10AM–10PM

 

?410 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002

Houston Museum of Natural Science

HMNS Sober fun in Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Science

Hours and Location

Sunday 9AM–5PM

Monday 9AM–5PM

Tuesday 9AM–5PM

Wednesday 9AM–5PM

Thursday 9AM–5PM

Friday 9AM–5PM

Saturday9AM–5PM

?5555 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030

Take a Stroll at Hermann Park

? Hermann Park

Bring yourself closer to nature by taking a stroll at Hermann Park. You can take a leisurely walk or pump up your fitness with a brisk jog with a new background full of water features and mature trees. Stop off the path to the Japanese Garden, this spot is beautiful and a must-see for all Houstonians that need a moment of peace in the big city.

Hours and Location

Mon-Sun | 6AM-11PM

 

?6100 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, Texas 77030

Enjoy a Picnic at Eleanor Tinsley Park

If you need a new park location away from your regular neighborhood area, stop by Eleanor Tinsley Park. Play some outdoor games, read a book or listen to some music. Close to the theater district, the skyline will mesmerize you and sets the mood for sunset picnic or family photos.

This spot is the perfect place to gather with friends for picnics, study groups, or to let the kiddos get some energy out.

Hours and Location

Mon-Sun | Open 24 hours

?500 Allen Parkway Houston, TX 77002

Marvel at the Waterwall

? Waterwall

Take a break and relax while marveling at the live oak trees at Gerald D. Hines Water Wall Park. The Water Wall is the perfect place for a photo shoot! Try new angles, and poses to get that perfect shot. If photos aren’t your thing, pack a picnic and enjoy the sights and sounds of Water Wall Park! As one of Houston’s premier parks, this is a must see.

 

Hours and Location

Mon-Sun | 8AM-10PM

Houston Zoo

Spring Break in Houston

? Houston Zoo

Who doesn’t love animals? The Houston Zoo allows us. to see animals that we may never see otherwise.  Seeing these majestic creatures play and interact with one another is one of our favorite things about the Zoo.

See reptiles, mammals, and beautiful birds right here in our backyard!  The Zoo is of course a favorite amongst families, but it’s great for a date, too!  If you’re looking to interact with the animals, you can try the Sea Lion Training Experience, Elephant Bath experience and a Goat Experience, too.

Hours and Location

Sunday 9AM–4PM

Monday 9AM–4PM

Tuesday 9AM–4PM

Wednesday 9AM–4PM

Thursday 9AM–4PM

Friday 9AM–4PM

Saturday 9AM–4PM

?6200 Hermann Park Drive Houston, TX 77030

 

The Mad Potter

?@houstonstudioinc

Get your creative juices flowing at The Mad Potter! Choose your favorite piece and get ready to glaze your piece any way you would like. Once you’re done, The Mad Potter will fire it for you and then you pick it up! Easy as that!

This is a great place to get together with your girlfriends, or have a team building event for work.  Drinks are allowed, but you certainly don’t need them to have fun at this great spot!

Hours and Location
Sunday 10AM–8PM
Monday 10AM–8PM
Tuesday 10AM–8PM
Wednesday 10AM–8PM
Thursday 10AM–8PM
Friday 10AM–9PM
Saturday 10AM–9PM

?6504 Del Monte Drive Houston, TX 77057

Discovery Green

Things to do in Houston

Discovery Green is a great place for a fun sober fun in Houston. Whether you like basking in the sun or reading a book in the shade, your time at Discovery Green is sure to be a good one. During the day, it’s a beautiful park for you to exercise, play with your kids or grab an ice cream from a cart close by.

Discovery Green also has many events such as Friday Night Live concerts, Screen on the Green and Jazz Sundays for the community to enjoy.  If you’re a selfie person, the murals are so beautiful and make for a great background!  Stop by day or night for some sober fun in Houston.

Hours and Location

Mon-Sun | 6AM-11PM

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

best peaceful spots in Houston

?Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

Did you know the Houston Arboretum and nature center offers more options than most nature trails? The Arboretum at night gives you the chance to stargaze, bat watch, and night hike. There isn’t much that amazes us more than watching a colony of bats take flight at sunset! If you haven’t seen this amazing sight, you’re missing out. Bring out your favorite stargazing gear on a dark night to map out the constellations and even catch a shooting star if you’re lucky!

Houston Arboretum also offers events  for a better understanding of flowers, gardening, birds and photography, too.

Hours and Location

Mon-Sun | 9AM-4PM

Kemah Boardwalk

? Kemah Boardwalk

Kemah Boardwalk is for those who want multiple things to do in one location. You can be a thrill-seeker on the rides, play the boardwalk games,  enjoy festivals, seaside shows, and waterfront restaurants, too!

If all else fails the Boardwalk Beast will add a splash of fun into your day by taking you on a wild ride through the gulf!   Make sure to stop by the Flying Dutchman for dinner, the ultimate seafood platter is so good!

Hours and Location

Sunday 11AM–9PM

Monday 12–7PM

Tuesday 12–7PM

Wednesday 12–7PM

Thursday 12–9PM

Friday 11AM–10PM

Saturday 11AM–10PM

 

? 215 Kipp Ave Kemah, TX 77565

Showboat Drive-In Movie

? Showboat

Drive on down to Showboat Houston for a retro movie experience!  Grab some popcorn, a pickle, and some candy, and settle into your vehicle to enjoy the movie. Drive-ins are the best because you get to enjoy the movie in your own little bubble!

This place hosts new movies rain or shine, and if shows double features, too! Two movies for the price of one is the ultimate movie theater win.  Showboat Drive-In is a perfect option for someone who is looking for something intimate and fun to do with family or friends.

 

 

Hours and Location

Mon- Sun | 7PM-1AM

Sober Fun in Houston is Everywhere!

So come one, come all. Have an incredible time enjoying sober activities in Houston. See sea animals or dinosaurs, ride Ferris wheels, take nature walks, or enjoy the fine arts.  The choice is yours! Houston has a ton of things to do that prove you don’t need alcohol to have fun!

Curated by

Katherine Galland

Katherine Galland

I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of Houston where I study History with a minor in Creative Writing.  In my free time, I write for my campus newspaper and love to explore the city of Houston.  I live in the heart of midtown, so something is always happening.  Go Coogs!

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