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Children’s Museum Houston

Tanabata Festival

Saturday, Jul. 7, 2018 – Saturday, Jul. 7, 2018

10:00 AM – 02:00 PM
US/Central

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The Children’s Museum of Houston and the Consulate General of Japan in Houstoninvite you to celebrate the Make a Wish!  “Tanabata 七夕” Japanese Star Festival.

As legend is told in Japanese culture, two star-crossed lovers, Vega and Altair, are separated by the Milky Way. They are allowed to meet only once a year on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month. This reunion marks the celebration of Tanabata (meaning the evening of the seventh). Celebrate the annual get-together of Japan’s iconic star-crossed lovers with storytelling, dances and cultural activities!

Event Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Special Events:

  • Origami: Learn the ancient art of paper folding.
  • Tanzaku: Write down your wishes and hang them from bamboo.
  • Tanabata Postcard: Share your memories at the Museum with family, friends or yourself.
  • Kamishibai (Storytelling): Join us for a special storytime performance
    • Event Time: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Kid's Hall Alcove
  • Bon Odori Dance: Catch a traditional Japanese dance performance in Kid's Hall Alcove!

**Activities, events and times subject to change.

For more, check out  our calendar of summer events.

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HOURS & ADMISSION

  • Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Thursday, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Sunday, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Closed Mondays. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and Easter Sunday.  
  • General Admission: $17 per person and $16 for seniors 65 years and older. FREE for children under one and Museum Members. Free Hours: FREE FAMILY NIGHT: Thursdays 5 pm - 8 pm.

Directions & Parking

  • Paid Parking
  • Street Parking
  • Parking fees: 1 hour - $8, 2 hours - $9, 3+ hours - $10. Metered and street parking are available around the Children's Museum Houston.

Special Offers / Dining

The Children's Museum Houston's spacious eatery, Fresh Café, offers nutritious eats and treats for any time of day! Enjoy a healthy meal with savory salads, preservative-free sandwich bread and vegetarian options prepared daily – fresh off the grill!

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