Hermann Park Conservancy hosts several events throughout the year to benefit the Park. The proceeds from these events help fund general operations as well as special projects.
Events featured here include more than just the Conservancy's signature events; community programs, and other exciting happenings are also highlighted.
May 2019
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, May 24, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
Find out morePartner Program: Summer Vegetable Planting with Urban Harvest
Wednesday, May 29, 2019
6 pm - 7:30 pm
Get ready for summer harvest! When it comes to vegetable gardening, it's all about the soil. Learn how to create a healthy environment for your garden with this introductory class. This hands-on class will have everyone participating in soil building and management, fertilization, composting, mulching, and planting with seed and transplants.
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Friday, May 31, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
June 2019
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, June 7, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, June 14, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Walk with a Doc is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. What better way to start your weekend than on your feet making strides to help your heart and improving your general health to live longer! While you walk at your own pace, you’ll have the opportunity to have questions answered by local physicians.
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Celebrate Father’s Day with your family in Hermann Park! The morning will begin with a scenic breakfast on Pinewood Cafe’s patio overlooking serene McGovern Lake. Continue the fun with a ride on the Hermann Park Railroad, a fun arts and craft activity, and pedal boat ride!
Find out moreJoin us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, June 21, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Living in the middle of the city doesn’t mean you aren’t surrounded by nature and wildlife. Join us on Wednesday, June 26, from 6 to 7:30 pm for Urban Wildlife 101. This free class will feature all the fauna of Houston’s urban landscape, and what to do if you find one of these animals injured.
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Friday, June 28, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
July 2019
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, July 5, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, July 12, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, July 19, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Walk with a Doc is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. What better way to start your weekend than on your feet making strides to help your heart and improving your general health to live longer! While you walk at your own pace, you’ll have the opportunity to have questions answered by local physicians.
Find out moreJoin us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, July 26, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, August 2, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join HPC us as we celebrate the 176th birthday of our Park’s namesake!
Find out moreJoin us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, August 9, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, August 16, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, August 23, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, August 30, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
September 2019
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, September 6, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, September 13, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, September 20, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, September 27, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
October 2019
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, October 4, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
The Conservancy’s 16th Annual Run in the Park offers a 5K run, a 3K walk and a 1K Kids’ Run. Runners and joggers wind through a scenic course below the Park’s historic live oak canopy. The run begins and ends at Molly Ann Smith Plaza near the Jones Reflection Pool where family and friends cheer on participants. A Post-Race Party will feature food, drinks, music and more!
Find out moreJoin us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, October 11, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, October 18, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
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Friday, October 25, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
Join us every Wednesday at 9 am along the shores of McGovern Lake for tai chi in Hermann Park.
Find out moreNovember 2019
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, November 1, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, November 8, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, November 15, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
The Park to Port Bike Ride gives participants a unique perspective of Houston. The 20-mile round-trip takes riders from Hermann Park’s Bayou Parkland east along the Brays Bayou Greenway trail to the Port of Houston where Port Houston sponsors a turn-around party with snacks, drinks and music. Participants then ride back along the trail to Hermann Park for a celebratory Post-Ride Party. The Park to Port Bike Ride is open to riders of all levels and is not a race. Skilled and leisure riders will all find fun in this unique ride! Check out video recaps from the 2015 ride and 2016 ride!
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Friday, November 22, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, November 29, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
December 2019
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, December 6, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, December 13, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, December 20, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, December 27, 2019
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
January 2020
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, January 3, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, January 10, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, January 17, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, January 24, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, January 31, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
February 2020
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, February 7, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, February 14, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, February 21, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, February 28, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
March 2020
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, March 6, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, March 13, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, March 20, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, March 27, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
April 2020
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, April 3, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, April 10, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, April 17, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, April 24, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
May 2020
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, May 1, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, May 8, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.
CHILDREN'S STORY HOUR
Friday, May 15, 2020
10 am - 11 am
The Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens
Bring your little ones to listen to a story every Friday morning in the McGovern Centennial Garden’s Family Garden. After the reading, children are invited to participate in a fun activity like coloring a picture or planting a seed to take home.