The kids may be back in school, but that Texas summer weather is still hangin’ on. Before you put away the shorts and pull out the sweaters, make the most of what’s left of the season.
From one last trip down the waterslide to an evening on the square, here are eight ways to soak up the last bit of summer in Katy.
1. Get in One More Waterpark Day at Typhoon Texas
There’s still time for one more trip to Typhoon Texas. Thrilling slides, a lazy river, and splash zones built for the littlest ones make it an easy way to spend a hot Texas afternoon. They’re open weekends only through September 20th, so squeeze in one last waterpark day while you can.
Address: 555 Katy Fort Bend Rd, Katy, TX 77494
2. Spend a Morning at Mary Jo Peckham Park
As summer starts winding down, take advantage of a slower morning outside. Mary Jo Peckham Park offers walking trails, a fishing pond, playgrounds, and plenty of green space with no agenda attached. Pack a cooler, bring the kids, and let the morning unfold on its own. Some of the best summer hours don’t cost a thing.
Address: 5597 Gardenia Ln, Katy, TX 77493
3. Explore Katy Asian Town & Marketplace (KAT)
Katy Asian Town & Marketplace is a place you plan a trip around. Authentic restaurants, specialty shops, and a particular kind of energy that feels unlike anywhere else in the region. Come hungry, plan to wander, and don’t be surprised if you come back sooner than expected.
Location: 23119 Colonial Pkwy, Katy, TX 77449
4. Go-Karts, Arcades & Indoor Adventures
Texas hasn’t gotten the memo that summer is ending, which means there are still plenty of afternoons when air conditioning sounds like the best activity in town. Main Event Entertainment has go-karts, bowling, laser tag, and a full arcade floor. Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is the place to go when the family gets competitive about their lap times. Home Run Dugout rounds out the lineup with indoor batting bays, a wiffle ball field, and a full kitchen and bar — plus the biggest patio in Katy for when you’re ready to step back outside. Either way, you’ll leave with someone demanding a rematch.
5. Discover Katy’s History at the Johnny Nelson Katy Heritage Museum
Before there were waterparks and malls, there was rice country and railroad tracks. The Johnny Nelson Katy Heritage Museum tells that story through photographs, artifacts, and exhibits that give Katy’s roots the attention they deserve. Worth a stop for visitors. A good reminder for locals. And yes — the air conditioning is excellent.
Address: 6002 George Bush Dr, Katy, TX 77493
6. Spend a Full Day at Katy Mills Mall
Katy Mills is more than shopping. Slick City Action Park keeps the kids moving, Rainforest Cafe is a meal and an experience rolled into one, and the indoor playground area gives younger visitors a place to run it out. Major retailers and outlet finds round out the rest. It’s an easy way to keep the summer fun going without the summer heat.
Address: 5000 Katy Mills Cir, Katy, TX 77494
7. Spend a Summer Evening on the Historic Town Square
Old Katy’s Historic Town Square — the “Prettiest Historic Town Square in Texas” — is the kind of place that earns that name. Locally owned boutiques, vibrant murals that tell Katy’s story wall by wall, and restaurants worth sitting down at line the square.
Summer evenings are still going strong in Katy. Grab dinner, browse the shops, take a walk around the square, and stick around a little longer than you planned.
The square also hosts a steady rotation of events throughout the year. Check the full calendar to see what’s coming up.
Before you head out, stop by the Katy Visitors Center, right on the square at 5718 2nd St. It’s stocked with local recommendations, event info, and the kind of insider knowledge that makes the difference between a good trip and a great one.
Address: 904 Avenue C, Katy, TX 77493
8. Cool Down with a Frozen Treat
Summer isn’t officially over until you’ve made at least one more stop for something frozen. Grab frozen yogurt at Menchie’s, paletas and Mexican ice cream at La Monarca Michoacana, gelato at Luigi’s Italian Gelato, or made-to-order ice cream at Creamistry. When the Texas heat is still going strong, there are plenty of ways to cool down in Katy.
Honorable Mentions
MKT Railroad Museum: A quick stop for history buffs and train lovers. Katy’s railroad roots run deep, and this museum does them justice.
Katy Visitors Center: Stop here before you head out. Located right on the Historic Town Square, the Visitors Center has local recommendations, event info, and the kind of insider knowledge that makes the difference between a good trip and a great one.
Address: 5718 2nd St, Katy, TX 77493
Summer might be winding down, but there’s still time to make a little more of it. Spend the day in the water, wander somewhere new, stay out for ice cream, or turn a quick trip into one last summer weekend.
And when summer does finally give way to fall, Katy will still have plenty of reasons to come back.
Plan your visit at travelkaty.com and experience Katy: your hometown away from home.
