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There are plenty of fun things to do in Katy, TX, located only about 30 miles west of Houston, TX. Homebuyers who choose Katy, TX as their stomping grounds have a wealth of options for entertainment, dining, and conveniently located retail.
Katy only continues to grow and provide more offerings to homebuyers and “with a 2020 population of 29,049, it is the 113th largest city in Texas and the 1338th largest city in the United States” (World Population Review). This blog explores the top fun things to do in the city.
Katy, TX’s zip codes include 77493, 77449, 77494, 77450, and 77094. Within these five zip codes lies a wide variety of retail opportunities. From luxury shopping districts to friendly farmers markets, the city has something for everyone.
With over 165 stores to choose from, Katy Mills Mall is not only a favorite for locals, but popular with tourists as well. It is the Houston area’s only indoor outlet shopping destination. Shoppers can enjoy great finds from the most popular retail brands, including Nike, GAP, Marshall’s, XXI Forever, Saks OFF 5th, and so much more. The mall is also home to entertainment like AMC Theaters and Tilt Studio.
Shop, dine, and play at La Centerra, an outdoor shopping center filled with fine dining, local eats, and luxury shopping. Katy, TX locals can get specialty groceries at Trader Joe’s or catch a movie and dinner at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. Central Green, located in the center of La Centerra, is an on-site half-acre park that serves as an event space with live music, yoga, story time, and movies.
Scenic trails, abundant wildlife, and historic sites offer the perfect backdrop for a day in the park. Many neighborhoods in Katy, TX offer pocket parks or on-site community green space, but these unique public parks are welcoming spaces to enjoy the outdoors.
Foodies rejoice – Katy, TX has every kind of cuisine you could ask for. This list barely covers all the amazing finds in the city, because you can truly find all kinds of world cuisine: Mediterranean food, BBQ, sushi, Tex-Mex, European food, soul food, ramen, and so much more. Here are just a few neighborhood favorites.
There’s nothing like live music on a Saturday night. Select bars and music venues in Katy, TX offer live music and entertainment on a regular schedule. There’s no need to drive all the way to the other side of Harris County or Fort Bend County to enjoy the best of live entertainment.
Despite being 30 miles from the Houston, TX, Katy is filled with big city amusements and attractions, and most are even kid-friendly activities. Arcades, roller skating, mini-golf, and more thrill Katy’s adventure seekers.
Many of the items on this list are kid and toddler-friendly activities, but these have been selected especially for Katy’s youngest residents. Learning opportunities meet family fun in these kid-friendly locations.
Ready to live amid all the fun? Cane Island offers new homes for sale Katy, TX only 30 miles away from Houston. This lively and energetic new home community in the heart of Katy is only minutes from I-10 with close proximity to Houston’s Energy Corridor.
Live close to Katy’s exciting (and growing) scene. Plan a visit to Cane Island to tour builder model homes or discover all the amenities available to residents from the comfort of home, including on-site dining at The Oaks, a family pool & splash pad, fitness center, and so much more. Take virtual tours of the community and explore Cane Island’s master plan.
Ready to explore buying your new home in Cane Island? Plan your visit or get in touch online.
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1 | 2 May 2, 2022Morning Yoga Morning yoga inside the yoga studio with our instructor, Jen | 3 | 4 May 4, 2022Community Blood Drive Community Blood Drive May 4, 2022HIIT Class HIIT Class in the yoga studio with our instructor, Remona HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, is a training technique in which you give all-out, one hundred percent effort through quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short, sometimes active, recovery periods. This type of training gets and keeps your heart rate up and burns more fat in less time. Workout lasts for 30 minutes. | 5 May 5, 2022HIIT Cycling Class HIIT Cycling Class with our instructor, Remona Limited spots available This is a group indoor cycling workout where you control the intensity. With great music pumping and the group cycling as one, your instructor takes you on a journey of hill climbs, sprints and flat riding. | 6 May 6, 2022Camp Cho-Yeh Summer Launch Party Camp Cho-Yeh is hosting their summer launch party on Cane Island's lawn space! a Rockwall Bounce Houses Cho-Bear the mascot Games Smores & other desserts Live Music on the lawn Giveaways | 7 May 7, 2022Mother's Day Candle Making Workshop Mother’s Day Candle Making Workshop Email life@caneisland.com to sign up |
8 | 9 | 10 May 10, 2022Yoga Class Yoga class inside the yoga studio with our instructor, Jen | 11 May 11, 2022HIIT Class HIIT Class in the yoga studio with our instructor, Remona HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, is a training technique in which you give all-out, one hundred percent effort through quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short, sometimes active, recovery periods. This type of training gets and keeps your heart rate up and burns more fat in less time. Workout lasts for 30 minutes. | 12 May 12, 2022HIIT Cycling Class HIIT Cycling Class with our instructor, Remona Limited spots available This is a group indoor cycling workout where you control the intensity. With great music pumping and the group cycling as one, your instructor takes you on a journey of hill climbs, sprints and flat riding. | 13 May 13, 2022Toddler Zumbini Join your neighbors in the yoga studio for instrument playing, songs, dancing & more with Ms. Kendra! | 14 May 14, 2022Coffee Truck at Welcome Center It’s a BREW-tiful day for a cup of coffee! |
15 | 16 | 17 May 17, 2022Aqua Sweat Class Join our instructor, Jen, in the lap pool for an aqua workout | 18 May 18, 2022Toddler Storytime Join your neighbors in the yoga studio for stories, games & more with award-winning author, Maria Ashworth! May 18, 2022HIIT Class HIIT Class in the yoga studio with our instructor, Remona HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, is a training technique in which you give all-out, one hundred percent effort through quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short, sometimes active, recovery periods. This type of training gets and keeps your heart rate up and burns more fat in less time. Workout lasts for 30 minutes. | 19 May 19, 2022HIIT Cycling Class HIIT Cycling Class with our instructor, Remona Limited spots available This is a group indoor cycling workout where you control the intensity. With great music pumping and the group cycling as one, your instructor takes you on a journey of hill climbs, sprints and flat riding. | 20 | 21 May 21, 2022Kids Tea Party Kid’s Tea Party Event May 21, 2022Cane Island Local Market Cane Island's Local Market is happening every month, on the third Saturday of the month! |
22 | 23 May 23, 2022Aqua Sweat Class Join our instructor, Jen, in the lap pool for an aqua workout | 24 May 24, 2022Aqua Sweat Class Join our instructor, Jen, in the lap pool for an aqua workout | 25 May 25, 2022HIIT Class HIIT Class in the yoga studio with our instructor, Remona HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, is a training technique in which you give all-out, one hundred percent effort through quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short, sometimes active, recovery periods. This type of training gets and keeps your heart rate up and burns more fat in less time. Workout lasts for 30 minutes. | 26 May 26, 2022HIIT Cycling Class HIIT Cycling Class with our instructor, Remona Limited spots available This is a group indoor cycling workout where you control the intensity. With great music pumping and the group cycling as one, your instructor takes you on a journey of hill climbs, sprints and flat riding. | 27 May 27, 2022Cardio Line Dancing Class Cane Island resident, Norma Perez, is hosting a Cardio Line Dancing Class in our yoga studio! | 28 May 28, 2022Summer is HERE Event Summer is HERE! RSVP Here: https://caneisland.com/summer-is-here |
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Kids Tea Party
Kid’s Tea Party Event
Hosted by The Flour Petal Bakery
Saturday, May 21st in the Retreat
2 time slots: 9:30-10:30am & 11:00am-noon
Sign up HERE: https://www.theflourpetalbakery.com/kids-parteas
Join us for a sweet afternoon of fun and memories!
Each child will be served treats and water, lemonade, or tea while they get to make a fun flower crown with our help! We will not be using any hot glue but will be using floral wire and ribbon. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children but no separate ticket purchase is required. Join The Flour Petal Bakery and make SWEET memories as we partea together.
Recommended age group: 8-12, but all ages are welcome If a parent is present
Cane Island residents get $10 off each ticket with coupon code "CaneIsland" apply after adding your tickets to cart
Cane Island Local Market
Cane Island's Local Market is happening every month, on the third Saturday of the month!
Location: Cane Quarter
11:00-3:00pm
Artisan Crafts | Locally Made | Local Gardens & Farms
Handmade Goods | Health & Wellness | Coffee & Food
For questions, please email: info@localmarketmaker.com
Aqua Sweat Class
Join our instructor, Jen, in the lap pool for an aqua workout
Kids Tea Party
Kid’s Tea Party Event
Hosted by The Flour Petal Bakery
Saturday, May 21st in the Retreat
2 time slots: 9:30-10:30am & 11:00am-noon
Sign up HERE: https://www.theflourpetalbakery.com/kids-parteas
Join us for a sweet afternoon of fun and memories!
Each child will be served treats and water, lemonade, or tea while they get to make a fun flower crown with our help! We will not be using any hot glue but will be using floral wire and ribbon. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children but no separate ticket purchase is required. Join The Flour Petal Bakery and make SWEET memories as we partea together.
Recommended age group: 8-12, but all ages are welcome If a parent is present
Cane Island residents get $10 off each ticket with coupon code "CaneIsland" apply after adding your tickets to cart
Cane Island Local Market
Cane Island's Local Market is happening every month, on the third Saturday of the month!
Location: Cane Quarter
11:00-3:00pm
Artisan Crafts | Locally Made | Local Gardens & Farms
Handmade Goods | Health & Wellness | Coffee & Food
For questions, please email: info@localmarketmaker.com
Aqua Sweat Class
Join our instructor, Jen, in the lap pool for an aqua workout