Katy · Texas

Small-town stops. A full local day.

Start in historic Katy for coffee, browse Second Street, and leave room for a locally made meal. The calendar brings together town celebrations and gatherings in Cinco Ranch.

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Local places in Katy

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Coffee & bakeries

Humble Grounds Coffeehouse

Katy

The Avenue C branch gives this locally owned coffeehouse a Katy stop alongside its Fulshear shop. Coffee, breakfast and lunch make it a useful starting point for a daytime outing.

Select the Katy branch when planning a visit; amenities at the Fulshear location have not been assumed for this address.

1512 Avenue C, Katy, TX 77493

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Restaurants · Pizza

Little Italy Restaurant

Katy

Handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza anchor this husband-and-wife restaurant. It offers a distinct alternative to a quick sandwich stop when the meal itself is the plan.

The restaurant asks guests to call for reservations or large parties. Lunch and dinner have separate service times; check the current schedule.

24449 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX 77494

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Pappa Gyros

Katy

Greek dishes sit alongside Chicago-style Italian beef and Detroit-style hot dogs. Choose it when the group wants a casual meal with several directions to go, rather than a single-cuisine special occasion.

Use the Franz Road address. The business website provides separate pickup and delivery ordering; it currently lists Sunday as closed.

21910 Franz Road, Katy, TX 77449

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Breweries

No Label Brewing Company

Katy

The brewery occupies Katy’s former rice-dryer setting. Its taproom is the place to explore the producer’s beers without turning a local afternoon into a Houston-wide search.

Check the brewery’s current calendar before making live music or a food vendor part of your plan; those are not guaranteed with every visit.

5351 1st Street, Katy, TX

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Art & antiques

Limited Edition Art & Antiques

Katy

This Second Street shop combines antique dealers, the owner’s folk art and a vintage-poster gallery. It suits a browse for a distinctive object as well as an existing artwork that needs attention.

Ask about availability before traveling for a particular poster. Framing and restoration are services to discuss directly, with timing quoted for the individual piece.

5717 2nd Street, Katy, TX 77493

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Serene Beans

Katy

An Old Katy coffeehouse for an unhurried coffee break while exploring the historic center. Espresso and brewed coffee make it a straightforward alternative to a drive-through stop.

Use the current 5609 3rd Street address; older articles list a former Avenue C address.

5609 3rd Street, Katy, TX 77493

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Books & gifts

Katy Budget Books

Katy

A long-established independent bookstore for browsing new and used reading, with bookseller help and author events. A practical local alternative for choosing your next read or a book gift.

Check current stock directly with the shop; older directories still show the former Fry Road address.

870 South Mason Road, Suite 101, Katy, TX 77450

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Restaurants · Coffee & bakeries

Harvest Kitchen & Bakery

Katy

A daytime meal from chef-owner Lori Pope. Harvest offers breakfast dishes and baked goods on South Mason Road, suited to a sit-down morning rather than a drive-through stop.

Check the current menu and online waitlist before leaving.

336 South Mason Road, Katy, TX 77450

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Restaurants

Midway BBQ

Katy

A local barbecue meal with room for a group. Midway serves smoked-meat plates, sandwiches and Southern-style dishes, alongside a separate catering operation.

Use the restaurant address on Highway Boulevard; catering and banquet arrangements require a separate inquiry.

6025 Highway Boulevard, Katy, TX 77494

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Restaurants

Texas Borders — Pin Oak

Katy

A casual meal on Pin Oak Road. Wings and Tex-Mex dishes make this a practical group option from a local operator with several area locations.

Use the current Pin Oak address, not its former Katy Freeway site; the Richmond and Cane Island branches are separate.

1251 Pin Oak Road #141, Katy, TX 77494

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Books & gifts

Blue Willow Bookshop

Houston · Nearby trip

A neighborhood bookshop in west Houston. Use it for a dedicated book browse or a literary gift trip from Katy, with staff selections across age groups.

Nearby trip to Houston’s Memorial area, not a Katy storefront. Check the shop’s current opening days and the venue of any author event.

14532 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079

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Home & garden

Enchanted Gardens

Richmond · Nearby trip

A garden-center trip for plants, pots and outdoor accents. Its range of garden supplies makes this a purposeful stop for a planting project or a gift for a gardener.

Nearby trip to Richmond. Confirm seasonal stock before visiting; this is Enchanted Gardens, not the separate Enchanted Forest location.

6420 Farm to Market 359 Road, Richmond, TX 77406

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Pizza · Restaurants

Renzi’s Pizza

Katy

A wood-fired option for airy Neapolitan-style crust and a short selection of Italian-inspired toppings. Choose it for a Margherita or a prosciutto-and-arugula pie rather than a thick pan pizza.

Dine-in, takeout and delivery are offered; confirm current service hours before visiting.

3349 West Grand Parkway North, Suite 102, Katy, TX 77449

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Sapore Detroit Pizzeria

Katy

Square Detroit-style pizza with crisp cheese edges anchors this Kingsland Boulevard pizzeria. The menu also offers thin tavern-style pies, wings and Italian sandwiches for groups with different preferences.

Dinner service Monday through Saturday; closed Sunday. Check with the restaurant about dietary needs before ordering.

23445 Kingsland Boulevard, Suite 500, Katy, TX 77449

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Fuzzy’s Pizza Katy

Katy

A longstanding Mason Road pizzeria for a substantial Chicago-style stuffed pizza. This is a slower sit-down meal or planned pickup when a thick, cheese-filled pie is the point of the outing.

Stuffed pizzas usually need at least 45 minutes. Groups of six or more require a reservation; dine-in orders must be placed at the restaurant.

613 South Mason Road, Katy, TX 77450

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Tavolina 44

Katy

An evening Italian kitchen in Cinco Ranch with stone-oven pizza, handmade pasta and Balkan influences. The sujuk pizza offers a different direction from the usual pepperoni, while the broader menu suits a full dinner.

Dinner service begins at 5 p.m.; reservations are available. Located in Villagio Town Center.

22756 Westheimer Parkway, Suite 180, Katy, TX 77450

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The Pizza Shoppe

Katy

An Old Katy takeout option near Katy City Park serving New York-style pizza, wings and subs. The 18-inch pies are useful for a family meal, with choices ranging from a simple cheese pizza to brisket toppings.

Plan for carryout or delivery rather than a sit-down meal. Closed Mondays; allow extra time for busy weekend orders.

5815 Franz Road, Suite C, Katy, TX 77493

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Katy Pizza Kitchen

Houston · Nearby trip

A nearby west Houston pizza kitchen with classic pies and combinations such as jalapeño, pepperoni and hot honey. Wings, meatballs and pasta make it useful when the group wants more than pizza.

Nearby option east of Katy, at 19355 Katy Freeway in Houston. Currently open Wednesday through Sunday; check delivery coverage before ordering.

19355 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX

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Pizza · Restaurants

Pizaro’s Pizza — Memorial

Houston · Nearby trip

A nearby Memorial-area pizzeria where you can compare Neapolitan, Detroit and New York styles in one stop. House-made dough, sauce and mozzarella distinguish the menu across the three styles.

Plan a separate trip east into Houston. This listing is the Katy Freeway location, not the West Gray restaurant; closed Mondays.

11177 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77079

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Breweries

Baa Baa Brewhouse

Brookshire · Nearby trip

A small Brookshire brewery for a focused Saturday beer outing west of Katy. Its limited taproom schedule makes this a planned stop rather than an everyday evening option.

Nearby Brookshire trip. Taproom currently opens Saturdays noon–5:30 p.m.; check the brewery’s latest notices for exceptions.

539 FM 359 Road South, Brookshire, TX 77423

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Breweries · Restaurants

Fulbrook Ale Works

Richmond · Nearby trip

A Richmond brewery with an indoor taproom, deck and patio, plus a food menu and full bar. A useful nearby gathering place when some people want house beer and others prefer wine or cocktails.

Nearby trip south of Katy. Closed Wednesdays; check the current menu and holiday hours before visiting.

1125 FM 359 Road, Richmond, TX 77406

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Braman Tasting & Taproom

Richmond · Nearby trip

A shared Richmond tasting room for Braman wines and Running Walker beer. Choose it for a group split between beer and wine rather than a beer-only taproom.

Nearby Richmond trip. Open Thursday–Sunday; guests must be 21 or older after 6 p.m.

3421 FM 359, Richmond, TX 77406

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Breweries · Restaurants

Senate Avenue Brewing Company

Jersey Village · Nearby trip

A neighborhood nanobrewery in Jersey Village with a full food menu alongside house beers. A practical lunch-and-beer stop when exploring northwest Houston.

Nearby trip northeast of Katy. Use the Dillard Drive address; the brewery name does not identify its current street.

16000 Dillard Drive, Suite F, Jersey Village, TX 77040

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Eureka Heights Brew Co.

Houston · Nearby trip

A Houston Heights production brewery with an air-conditioned taproom, pinball and a wide selection of house beers. A destination for a longer Houston outing, with food vendors and nonalcoholic choices available.

Regional trip east of Katy. Closed Mondays; dogs are welcome on the patio only, and children must stay with an adult.

941 West 18th Street, Houston, TX 77008

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Lone Pint Brewery

Magnolia · Nearby trip

A Magnolia brewery and beer garden centered on hop-forward Texas ales. Make it a separate afternoon trip for outdoor seating and the brewery’s rotating releases.

Longer regional trip north of Katy to Magnolia. Open daily; children require adult supervision and dogs must be leashed.

507 Commerce Street, Magnolia, TX 77355

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Coffee & bakeries

Ooh La La Dessert Boutique — Cinco Ranch

Katy

A dessert bakery for cupcakes, cakes, pies and cookies, with a drive-through at its Cinco Ranch shop. Choose it for a ready-to-share dessert box or a celebration cake ordered ahead.

Closed Sundays. Custom designs and seasonal cupcake orders require advance coordination.

23920 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, TX 77494

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Y&H Buttery Bakery

Katy

A croissant-focused bakery near Pin Oak Road for a pastry-led breakfast or a box to take home. Chef Sam’s emphasis is laminated French pastry rather than a broad diner menu.

Currently closed Mondays and temporarily Tuesdays; check the contact page before making a weekday trip.

1251 Pin Oak Road, Suite 125, Katy, TX 77494

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Sweets by Belen — Katy

Katy

A Peruvian-inspired dessert boutique on South Mason Road for alfajores and other Latin American sweets. A useful stop for a dessert gift or a small selection to share after dinner.

Katy shop currently closes Mondays and Sundays. Contact the boutique in advance about tea service or special orders.

360 South Mason Road, Katy, TX 77450

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Pooja’s Patisserie

Katy

A custom cake studio for birthdays, weddings and celebrations, including eggless cakes and flavors such as rasmalai and kesar mango. Choose it for a planned cake order rather than a walk-in coffee break.

Order-only studio, not a walk-in café. Arrange pickup or delivery directly; provide date, servings and design preferences when requesting a quote.

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Ice cream

Piccolo Snowman

Katy

A Cinco Ranch stop combining Italian ice, soft serve and boba. Choose a layered frozen treat when the group wants both fruity and creamy options.

Italian ice and dairy soft serve are different products; ask about ingredients and available flavors at the counter.

9006 South Fry Road, G1, Katy, TX 77494

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Last Call Ice Cream

Katy

A Cinco Ranch ice cream shop with Persian specialties alongside familiar scoop flavors. Saffron-pistachio bastani and rosewater faloodeh offer something different from a standard sundae stop.

This listing is the Katy storefront, not the Houston truck. Coconut-based vegan flavors are listed; confirm current availability.

22044 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, TX 77450

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Gelato Picks

Sugar Land · Nearby trip

A Sugar Land gelato shop known for its spaghetti-shaped frozen dessert as well as scoops. Pair a visit with a Sugar Land outing instead of treating it as a Katy neighborhood stop.

Nearby regional trip to Sugar Land. Confirm the current gelato selection and hours before heading over.

16525 Lexington Boulevard, Suite 130, Sugar Land, TX 77479

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milk + sugar — Heights

Houston · Nearby trip

An ice cream shop built around house-made mix-ins and seasonal combinations. The Heights location is a useful dessert stop during a Houston day out when you want something beyond plain scoop flavors.

Regional trip into Houston. Small batches can sell out; check the current flavors before planning around a particular choice.

1324 North Shepherd Drive, Suite 110, Houston, TX 77008

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Flower & Cream — Holcombe

Houston · Nearby trip

A small Houston ice cream maker with inventive flavors and baked mix-ins. Choose the Holcombe shop as a dessert stop when already visiting the southwest side of central Houston.

Regional trip from Katy. Use the Holcombe address; the business also has a separate counter at POST Houston.

2617 West Holcombe Boulevard, Suite B, Houston, TX 77025

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Honeychild’s Sweet Creams

Houston · Nearby trip

Handmade frozen custard with seasonal ingredients at M-K-T in the Heights. A good companion to a walk along the adjacent trail or a visit to the surrounding shops.

Regional Houston trip. Custard contains eggs and dairy; ask about any alternative options and current seasonal flavors.

600 North Shepherd Drive, Suite 450, Houston, TX 77007

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Underground Creamery

Houston · Nearby trip

Limited-batch ice cream pints sold through weekly online releases. This is a planned pickup for distinctive rotating combinations rather than a walk-in scoop shop.

Regional Houston trip, preorder required. Follow the announced pickup window and bring an insulated bag for the drive back to Katy.

1010 North Shepherd Drive, Houston, TX 77008

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Books & gifts · Coffee & bakeries

Mockingbird Books

Katy

A neighborhood bookshop with coffee and wine, designed for lingering over a new read. Shelves include adult and children’s books, classics and local authors.

Closed Sundays. The online Bookshop catalog does not reflect the store’s shelves; call to confirm a particular title.

24210 Westheimer Parkway, Suite 600, Katy, TX 77494

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Books & gifts

Little Flower Catholic Books & Gifts

Katy

A specialist Catholic bookstore and gift shop in Old Katy. A focused choice for faith-related reading, devotional items and gifts marking religious milestones.

Use the Avenue D location; older listings refer to its previous Highway Boulevard shop.

1304 Avenue D, Katy, TX 77493

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Art & antiques · Books & gifts · Home & garden · Things to do

The Artisan Craft Boutique

Katy

A local maker boutique combining fine art, handmade gifts, decorative glass and wood crafts. Browse the vendors’ work or reserve a hands-on class for a more involved visit.

Normally closed Sundays and Mondays. Classes require checking the individual date and booking details; market hours differ from regular shopping hours.

119 FM 1463, Katy, TX 77494

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Cobblestone Cottage

Katy

A family-run boutique for seasonal home accents, baby gifts and accessories. Useful when you want to assemble a gift in person rather than order a standard gift basket.

The Katy shop is on Cinco Ranch Boulevard. Online inventory and in-store availability may differ.

23701 Cinco Ranch Boulevard, Suite 150, Katy, TX 77494

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Home & garden · Books & gifts · Home services

Helpful Home Decor & More

Katy

A local home-decor business offering seasonal accents, fragrances and custom holiday decorating. Choose it for a coordinated seasonal display or a home-focused gift.

Shop online or contact the business to arrange service; no walk-in address is confirmed. Custom decorating is quoted individually.

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Art & antiques · Home & garden

Dovetail Antiques & Collectibles

Katy

An Old Katy antique shop with multiple dealers carrying furniture, vintage accessories and collectibles. A browsing stop for finding an older piece with character for your home.

Inventory changes by dealer. Measure your space before shopping for furniture and ask about condition and transport.

5609 2nd Street, Katy, TX 77493

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Home & garden · Home services

Nelson Water Gardens & Nursery

Katy

A specialist nursery for water gardens, fountains, aquatic plants and landscape planting. Visit to compare pond materials or discuss a garden design and installation project.

Bring photos and dimensions for a design consultation; installation is a separately quoted service.

1502 Katy Fort Bend Road, Katy, TX 77493

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Bill Bownds Nursery

Katy

A tree-focused nursery with container-grown shade and ornamental trees. Useful for selecting a tree suited to your available space and arranging delivery and planting.

Discuss mature size, access for delivery and planting requirements before choosing a tree.

2110 Cedar Lane, Katy, TX 77494

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Art & antiques · Things to do

Carson’s Art School

Katy

A family art school offering structured drawing and painting instruction for young artists and adults. Choose it for developing technique over a series of classes.

Reserve a class appropriate to the student’s age and experience; this is an instructional studio.

5131 South Fry Road, Suite 600, Katy, TX 77450

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Beyond the Canvas — Farnaz Art Studio

Katy

An artist-led studio with painting, drawing and mixed-media instruction. Classes and private creative gatherings offer a hands-on outing in Katy.

Book the specific class or event beforehand and confirm its age range and supplied materials.

25031 Westheimer Parkway, Suite 920, Katy, TX 77494

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RedBlueArts — Katy

Katy

A local artist’s teaching studio with a scheduled Katy art program. A choice for children developing drawing and painting skills through recurring instruction.

Select Katy when enrolling; the business also teaches in Sugar Land and offerings differ by location.

24210 Westheimer Parkway, Suite 1100, Katy, TX 77494

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PSparksArt

Katy

Peter Sparks creates acrylic and oil artwork and teaches painting in a small studio setting. Arrange a class, commission a piece or plan a private paint gathering.

Contact the artist for the studio address and availability. Private parties require advance scheduling and a deposit.

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Home services

KTX Window Cleaning

Katy

A family-run service for windows, gutters and exterior cleaning, with glass and screen repair also available. A useful contact for coordinating several exterior maintenance jobs.

Request an estimate describing window access and the surfaces needing cleaning; appointments are arranged directly.

5150 Franz Road, Suite 600, Katy, TX 77493

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Home services

Brad’s Plumbing

Katy

A local plumbing company handling leaks, drains, fixtures and water heaters. Choose it for a residential repair visit or discussion of tank and tankless replacement options.

Arrange a service appointment and request the proposed scope and price before authorizing work.

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The Katy Plumbing Company

Katy

A family-owned Katy company offering plumbing and heating and air service. Useful when household repairs involve both water and comfort systems.

Call to confirm the next available appointment and whether any emergency callout fee applies.

1704 Avenue D, Katy, TX 77493

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Family Plumbing & Water Heaters

Katy

A local plumbing business with a particular focus on water heaters, alongside drain, leak and repiping work. A choice for discussing repair or replacement of a tankless system.

Book service at your property; confirm equipment compatibility and the written estimate directly.

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Things to do

Turquoise Acres Ranch

Katy

A family ranch offering animal encounters and outdoor farm visits. Choose a scheduled experience for a close-up introduction to the animals.

Check the experience’s booking requirements, current opening days and weather policy before traveling.

3550 Schlipf Road, #2, Katy, TX 77493

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Blessington Farms

Simonton · Nearby trip

A seasonal family farm outing with outdoor play, wagon rides and animal activities. The fall program includes a pumpkin patch; available attractions vary through the year.

A nearby trip to Simonton. Check the seasonal calendar, admission and paid extras before visiting.

510 Chisolm Trail, Simonton, TX 77476

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Family

Reading Camp with Ms. Najia

2026-10-19 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM · Katy

Central Green Park, 23501 Cinco Ranch Boulevard

Early reading activities with Ms. Najia, including phonics and book discussion.

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Wellness

Wednesday Yoga on the Green

2026-10-21 · 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM · Katy

Central Green Park, 23501 Cinco Ranch Boulevard

Outdoor yoga with Samantha Walker. Check the park’s class instructions and weather notices before coming.

Check the park’s event information for admission and class requirements.

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Wellness

Friday Yoga on the Green

2026-10-23 · 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM · Katy

Central Green Park, 23501 Cinco Ranch Boulevard

Outdoor yoga with Samantha Walker. Check the park’s class instructions and weather notices before coming.

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