Hermann Park Conservancy

free yoga in the park 🌻🌷🌞 join @blackswanyogahouston + @revival.pilates at @hermannpark for a community flow made for all levels. come move, breathe, sweat, and connect with us outdoors 🖤 yoga at 9:30am pilates at 11am Pre-registration is required! Link in (our) bios!

May is in full swing at Hermann Park with a week of free activities designed to inspire movement, creativity, and family fun! 🌳 From hands-on science adventures and live music to wellness classes and educational experiences for kids, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in the Park this week. 🔬 Tuesday, May 12 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Join us for Discovery Days in the Park—a free, hands-on Science Adventure Series with @collabforchildren in the Commons! From 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., kids and families can explore, discover, and play through interactive activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity in the great outdoors. 🚶‍♀️ Tuesday, May 12 | 6:30 – 8 p.m. Take a Wellness Walk with Laura Conely of @urbanpaths and enjoy a guided, conversational 3-mile stroll through the Park’s scenic trails. Friendly pups on leash are welcome! This event is free, but registration is required and space is limited. 🎺 Friday, May 15 | 10 – 11 a.m. Enjoy lively performances by McAuliffe Mariachi Los Halcones / Willowridge Mariachi Aguilas Poderosas in Lake Plaza. 🧘‍♀️ Saturday, May 16 | 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Start your morning with Yoga in the Park, led by @blackswanyogahouston . This free session takes place in the Commons at the Tsuru Family Terrace (the wood deck under the trees) near the lawn—just bring your mat and water. Registration is required to attend this free event! 🎨 Saturday, May 16 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Stop by Lake Plaza for @pncbank Grow Up Great Mobile Learning Adventure, offering children and caregivers the opportunity to dive into fun, educational experiences. #PNCGrowUpGreat 💪 Saturday, May 16 | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Keep the energy going with Pilates in the Park, led by @revival.pilates . This outdoor mat class will also be held at the Tsuru Family Terrace in the Commons. Don’t forget your mat and water! Free, but sign-up is required. Learn more about these events at hermannpark.org/calendar or visit the link in our bio. 📆

For eight weeks throughout March and April, 28 HPC employees stepped up for the Howdy Health Walk Across Texas challenge through Texas A&M AgriLife Extension (@harriscotx4h ). 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ Our four teams—Hermann’s Hustlers, The Red Hot Chili Steppers, Clammm, and HPC Team 4—crushed it with a combined 8,280 miles walked across Texas! 🗺️🔥 And yes… we had some fierce (and fun!) competition. 💪 Congrats to The Red Hot Chili Steppers who logged an incredible 2,835 miles, with top HPC participant Terry leading the charge with an amazing 812 miles in physical activity. 🏆👏 We loved the energy, teamwork, and healthy competition—and we’re already looking forward to the next challenge! 🎉👟

🚧 Road Closure Notice: Hermann Park Drive 🚧 Hermann Park Drive will be closed from Concert Drive to Caroline Street on the following days. The road will reopen for weekends during this period. • Sunday, May 10, 8 p.m. – Saturday, May 16, 6 a.m. • Sunday, May 17, 8 p.m. – Friday, May 22, 6 a.m. There will be signage in the area helping to redirect visitors to their destinations within the Park. • To visit the Houston Zoo, access Hermann Park Drive from Cambridge Street to get to the central parking lots. • To visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science, access from Hermann Drive and Caroline Street. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience.

Tuesday fun is calling! ☀️ Enjoy a FREE carousel ride today, and every Tuesday, thanks to @exxonmobil 's generous support. ✨ It’s the perfect after-school treat! 🎠 📷: @natashanivanproductions

May is off to a fun start at Hermann Park with events designed for all ages! 🌞 Whether you’re exploring with little ones or pitching in as a family, our lineup of kid-friendly activities and volunteer opportunities makes it easy to connect and contribute. 🔬 Tuesday, May 5 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Join us for Discovery Days in the Park—a free, hands-on Science Adventure Series with @collabforchildren in the Commons! From 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., kids and families can explore, discover, and play through interactive activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity in the great outdoors. 💚 Tuesday, May 5 | 5 - 8 p.m. Looking for a meaningful way to get involved in your community? Join us for our Volunteer Open House and discover how you can make a real impact! 🚶‍♀️ Tuesday, May 5 | 6:30 – 8 p.m. Take a Wellness Walk with Laura Conely of @urbanpaths and enjoy a guided, conversational 3-mile stroll through the Park’s scenic trails. Friendly pups on leash are welcome! This event is free, but registration is required and space is limited. 🌼 Wednesday, May 6 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Spend your morning giving back in the McGovern Centennial Garden! Join our weekly volunteer opportunity and help care for one of Hermann Park’s most iconic spaces. Tasks may include light gardening, weeding, and general upkeep. No experience necessary, and all ages welcome, but registration is required. 🌸 Thursday, May 7 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Be part of something meaningful in the Japanese Garden at Hermann Park. Our weekly volunteer sessions bring the community together to care for this tranquil space through simple tasks like gardening, weeding, and beautification. All skill levels welcome. Registration is required. Learn more about these events at hermannpark.org/calendar or visit the link in our bio. 📆

Discovery Days in the Park are here! 🔬🌿 Join us every Tuesday in May for a FREE, hands-on Science Adventure Series with @collabforchildren in the Commons! From 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., kids and families can explore, discover, and play through interactive activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity in the great outdoors. 🌟 Weekly Themes: • May 5: Caring for the Earth 🌎💚 • May 12: Changes in the Earth & Sky ☀️🌧️ • May 19: Living Things & the Environment 🌱🦋 • May 26: Objects in the Sky 🌙⭐ • June 5 (Bonus!): Science & Fun Celebration 🧑‍🔬🎉 📍 Located by the Lott Family Carousel & Play Gardens in the Commons 🎠 Don’t miss Free Carousel Tuesdays while you’re here! Learn, play, and connect with nature! More details at the calendar link in bio or at hermannpark.org/calendar.

April is wrapping up, but this season’s fun continues on at Hermann Park! ☀️ Join us as we roll into May with a lineup of outdoor wellness, community events, and fresh-air fun in the heart of Houston. 🚶‍♀️ Tuesday, April 28 | 6:30 – 8 p.m. Take a Wellness Walk with Laura Conely of @urbanpaths and enjoy a guided, conversational 3-mile stroll through the Park’s scenic trails. Friendly pups on leash are welcome! This event is free, but registration is required and space is limited. 🌼 Wednesday, April 29 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Spend your morning giving back in the McGovern Centennial Garden! Join our weekly volunteer opportunity and help care for one of Hermann Park’s most iconic spaces. Tasks may include light gardening, weeding, and general beautification. No experience necessary, and all ages welcome! 🌱 Saturday, May 2 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Have gardening questions? Stop by the Family Garden in the McGovern Centennial Gardens for "Ask a Master Gardener" and get expert advice on plants, soil, and seasonal care! 🕺 Saturday, May 2 | 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Join Houston’s line dance community for a high-energy flash mob and free public dance lesson at Lake Plaza. Local instructors will lead signature dances and teach participants of all levels. Come dance, learn, and celebrate together! Learn more about these events at hermannpark.org/calendar or visit the link in our bio. 📆

As Volunteer Appreciation Week comes to an end, we celebrate the incredible volunteers who help make Hermann Park thrive! From individuals to corporate teams, universities, schools, and community groups, people from all across Houston and beyond come together to care for this special place. 💚 Each year, our volunteers contribute more than 30,000 hours to the beautification and maintenance of the Park—planting, restoring, cleaning, and creating a welcoming space for hundreds of thousands of visitors. Their impact is seen in every garden bed, trail, and green space. 🌱 We are so grateful for their time, energy, and commitment to Hermann Park! 🌳 A special thank you to @phillips66co , our Volunteer Program Sponsor, for supporting these efforts. Their generosity helps ensure we can provide meaningful, empowering opportunities for every volunteer to make an impact and leave their mark on the Park. 🌟 Interested in getting involved and making a difference? Learn more at hermannpark.org/volunteer or at the link in our bio.

Celebrate Earth Day with us at Hermann Park! 🌎💚 Today, we’re reminded that even small actions—planting a tree, reducing waste, or simply spending time in nature—help protect the green spaces we all cherish. Hermann Park is more than a destination; it’s a living, breathing part of our city that thrives because of community care and support. Join us in honoring our planet by exploring the Park, learning about conservation efforts, and finding new ways to give back. Together, we can keep Hermann Park beautiful for generations to come! Learn about the ways to support this greenspace at hermannpark.org. 📷: Houston First

With it being Earth Week, there’s no better time to connect with nature and community at Hermann Park! 🌎 Join us for a full week of volunteering, guided walks, and Earth Day celebrations. 🐝 Wednesday, April 22 | 6:30 – 8 p.m. Celebrate Earth Day at our Garden & Nature Series: Buzz & Bloom – Park Pollinator Walk! As part of @houstonzoo Zoo Bloom, join experts from the Conservancy and the Zoo for a guided walk exploring the vital role of pollinators, followed by a fun, family-friendly activity. Registration is required at the link below for this free event. 💪 Thursday, April 23 | 4 – 7 p.m. Get moving and feel your best at Pulse in the Park! Hosted by @bcmhouston BSHEq students, this free community wellness event brings health and fun together in a relaxed outdoor setting. Stop by the Commons for interactive stations featuring free blood pressure screenings, nutrition tips, stress and sleep education, and engaging, family-friendly activities for kids. 🌱 Thursday, April 23 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Give back at “Pitch in at Hermann Park” Volunteer Session! Work alongside Conservancy staff on hands-on projects like planting, mulching, and cleanup—small efforts that make a big impact for people, plants, and wildlife ahead of the world coming to Houston this summer. Sign ups are required at the link below. 🌳 Thursday, April 23 | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Get your hands in the soil at Garden & Nature Series: Dig In – Tree Planting Workshop! Led by @treesforhouston , join this hands-on class on selecting, planting, and caring for trees. Participants can even take home a native tree or shrub. Registration is required at the link below for this free event. Please note that the Volunteer Open House and Wellness Walk events scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, have been rescheduled due to the weather. The new dates can be found on our website calendar. Find more details and register for events at hermannpark.org/events or visit the link in our bio. 📆

Celebrate Earth Week next week with us in the Park! 🌎 Join us for two special Garden & Nature Series events full of learning, fresh air, and hands-on fun. 🐝 Buzz & Bloom: Park Pollinator Walk 📅 Wednesday, April 22 | ⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM In partnership with the @houstonzoo Zoo Bloom, stroll through the Park with expert guides from the Zoo and HPC teams and discover the vital role pollinators play. Plus, enjoy a family-friendly activity to wrap up the evening. 🌳 Dig In: Tree Planting Workshop 📅 Thursday, April 23 | ⏰ 6:30–7:30 PM Led by @treesforhouston , learn how to select, plant, and care for trees. You also get to take home your own native tree or shrub to get started! ✨ Both events are FREE, but registration is required and space is limited. 🔗 Reserve your spot at hermannpark.org/events or at the calendar link in bio.