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Barnyard Bash at Childrenโ€™s Festival: Family Farm-Fresh Fun

Get Ready Family Fun with Peppa Pig, Interactive Activities & Exciting Farmyard Adventures

By Kirsten Swanson | Macaroni KID The Woodlands - Montgomery August 29, 2024

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of family fun as The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion transforms into a giant playground for the annual Children’s Festival, presented by Texas Children’s Hospital—The Woodlands. Mark your calendars for November 9-10, because this year’s festival, themed “Barnyard Bash,” promises to be an exciting adventure for kids and parents alike!


๐Ÿท Date & Time:

  • Saturday, November 9: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Sunday, November 10: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

๐Ÿฎ Admission: Just $10 per person! Children aged 2 and under enter free, and your ticket includes all performances and activities.

Photo Credit: The Pavilion

What to Expect at Barnyard Bash

๐Ÿšœ A Playground of Performances & Meet-and-Greets: This year’s festival will have multiple stages featuring lively performances, character meet-and-greets, and more. The beloved Peppa Pig and her brother George are making a special appearance, bringing their snorts and giggles to The Woodlands! Don’t miss the chance to meet Peppa after her show—just remember to bring your camera!

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Interactive Learning at the STEAM Stables: Families can explore the STEAM Stables, where interactive and educational activities await. From creating glow-in-the-dark slime with Little Beakers to meeting real robots made by Woodlands Robotics, there’s plenty to spark curiosity and creativity. Let your kids unleash their inner artist in the Creative Coop, where they can make egg-cellent masterpieces all weekend long!

๐ŸŽจ Lil’ Bitty Barn for the Tiniest Tots: If you’re bringing along a little one (ages 4 and under), you’ll love the Lil’ Bitty Barn—a festival within a festival! With toddler-friendly games, musical performances, and a dedicated play area, your tiny tots will be entertained for hours. Need a break? The Comfort Lounge offers a quiet spot to relax, complete with a diaper-changing area and private nursing nooks.

๐ŸŽ‰ Central Corral & Adventure Acres: The Central Corral is the hub of activity with performances from local students, while Adventure Acres is packed with adrenaline-raising fun. From rock climbing and bungee jumping to inflatable games and a petting zoo, there’s no shortage of thrills for kids of all ages.

๐Ÿš‚ Moo-ving Meadows & Barnyard Express: Explore Moo-ving Meadows, where kids can learn about trucks, tractors, and more, then hop on the Barnyard Express for a train ride filled with farm-tastic surprises. Don’t forget to visit the Grazing Grasslands for giant bubble play, farm animal kite building, and parachute races on The Pavilion’s lawn!

Photo: Family Fun Digging at the Dinosaur Children's Festival 2023 • MacaroniKID The Woodlands - Montgomery

Plan Your Visit

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Get Your Tickets: Admission is $10 per person, and kids 2 and under get in free! Secure your tickets today at Ticketmaster.com. Remember, all activities and performances are included in the price of admission.

๐Ÿš— Parking Information: Preferred parking is available for $10 in the on-site Town Center Garage, with tickets available at Ticketmaster locations and The Pavilion Box Office. Free parking is also available in the color-coded lots off Timberloch Place, connected to The Pavilion by pathways across The Waterway.


For more details and to plan your visit, check out The Pavilion’s website. Follow The Pavilion on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram for the latest updates.

Don’t let the farm fun pass you by—bring the whole family to the Barnyard Bash at The Pavilion’s Children’s Festival for a weekend of unforgettable memories! ๐Ÿฅ๐ŸŽ‰


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