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Family Day in Katy
Katy's strongest family day combines Mary Jo Peckham Park, local history and a flexible afternoon that works in Texas heat or rain.
Best for: Families with childrenBudget: $30–$180 per family
Day 1
Play, learn and cool down
- 9:00 AMMostly free
Mary Jo Peckham Park
Old Katy
Start outside early for the playground, walking path, lake and family facilities.
- 11:00 AMFree
Katy Play Station
Mary Jo Peckham Park
Spend time at the accessible train-themed play environment designed for a broad range of abilities.
- 12:30 PM$–$$
Casual local lunch
Katy
Use Shop Local filters to find a family-friendly independent option nearby.
- 2:00 PM$–$$$
Choose your weather backup
Katy Mills district
Pick Katy Mills for air-conditioned browsing and attractions, or seasonal Typhoon Texas for a water-park afternoon.
- 5:30 PM$$
Early dinner
Greater Katy
Finish before peak evening traffic with a restaurant close to your lodging or route home.
Local tips
- •Outdoor surfaces become hot in summer; start early.
- •Check pool, miniature golf and water-park schedules.
- •Katy Play Station is designed with accessibility in mind.