OCTOBER 25, 2025
PARK TO PORT BIKE RIDE – 11TH ANNUAL
WHAT: 20-mile round-trip ride from Hermann Park to Mason Park along Bayou Greenway; turn-around and post-ride parties; not a race.
WHERE: Start/finish: Hermann Park Bayou Parkland
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 25 (time TBA)
COST: $45 (ages 10–99)
INFO: hermannpark.org/event/park-to-port-bike-ride
HOUSTON CHAMBER CHOIR – ALL GOD’S CREATURES
WHAT: Grammy® Award-winning choir presents a concert inspired by the animal kingdom, including Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb and the world premiere of Houston Seasons – Autumn by Daniel Knaggs and Devondra Banks Brown.
WHERE: South Main Baptist Church, 4100 Main St., Houston, 77002
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m.
COST: $10–$50
INFO: houstonchamberchoir.org/2025-2026-season/all-gods-creatures
SPACE CENTER HOUSTON – GALAXY FRIGHTS (WEEKEND TWO)
WHAT: Second weekend of Halloween-themed science shows, astronaut talks, STEM activities, and spooky fun.
WHERE: Space Center Houston, 1601 NASA Parkway, Houston, 77058
WHEN: Saturday–Sunday, Oct. 25–26, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
COST: Included with general admission
INFO: spacecenter.org/events
CELEBRATE DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS IN THE HEIGHTS
WHAT: Live music, folklórico dancers, local vendors, family-friendly celebration.
WHERE: Montie Beach Park
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 25, 12–7 p.m.
COST: Free
BARC HOUSTON – “BARC-O-WEEN” ADOPTION EVENT
WHAT: Family-friendly adoption day with waived fees, trunk-or-treating, face painting, vendors and more.
WHERE: BARC Animal Shelter & Adoption Center, 3300 Carr St., Houston
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
COST: Adoption fees waived
OCTOBER 26, 2025
ART SQUARE STUDIOS ON ALMEDA – OPEN ART STUDIOS
WHAT: Tour 18 studios, meet artists, and view the group exhibit Cosmos. Works for sale.
WHERE: 5301 Almeda Rd., Houston, 77004 (entrance via Oakdale; elevator access)
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 26, 1–5 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: facebook.com/ArtSquareStudiosonAlmeda
KARBACH BREWING – HOWL-O-WEEN MARKET
WHAT: Pumpkin patch, pumpkin carving contest, dog costume contest, pet portraits, DJ, face painting, local vendors.
WHERE: Karbach Brewing Co., 2032 Karbach St., Houston, 77092
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 26, 12–5 p.m.
INFO: karbachbrewing.com
OCTOBER 27, 2025
LAGO VISTA COMMUNITY CONCERTS – “NO KINGS CONCERT”
WHAT: Free concert featuring Houston composers and musicians across jazz, classical and popular genres. 90 minutes, no intermission; first-come seating.
WHERE: MATCH (Matchbox 1), 3400 Main St., Houston, 77002
WHEN: Monday, Oct. 27, 7 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: matchouston.org/events/2025/no-kings-concert
OCTOBER 28, 2025
PETRA CARES – 1ST ANNUAL DRIVING FUTURES GOLF TOURNAMENT
WHAT: Four-person scramble raising funds to train and employ young adults aging out of foster care; lunch, dinner, contests and prizes included.
WHERE: Highland Pines Golf Club, 6700 Highland Pines Dr., Porter, 77365
WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 28; 11 a.m. arrival, 1 p.m. shotgun, awards at 5 p.m.
COST: $250/individual player
INFO: petra-cares.org/golf-tournament
OCTOBER 31, 2025
MEOW WOLF HOUSTON – COSMIC HOWL HALLOWEEN PARTY
WHAT: Radio Tave turns one with Meow Wolf’s first-ever Cosmic Howl — a Halloween blowout featuring Swimwear Dept., DJ Brandon Airlines, tarot readings, costume contest, and interdimensional fun. 21+ only.
WHERE: Meow Wolf Houston, 2103 Lyons Ave., Houston, 77020
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m.–midnight
COST: Ticketed
INFO: meowwolf.com/houston
ST. AMBROSE SCHOOL – HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL
WHAT: Family festival with haunted house, petting zoo, laser tag, train ride, bounce house, “Truck or Treat,” Kona Ice, and more.
WHERE: St. Ambrose School, 4213 Mangum Rd., Houston, 77092
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 31, 3:30–7:30 p.m.
NOVEMBER 1, 2025
KAILEE MILLS FOUNDATION – 5TH ANNUAL BUCKLE UP GALA
WHAT: Derby-themed gala supporting seat belt safety awareness; dinner, auctions, after-party; emceed by Caroline Collins and Johnny “Bravo” Holloway.
WHERE: The Revaire, 7122 Old Katy Rd., Houston, 77024
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 1, 6 p.m.
TICKETS: From $250; sponsorships available
INFO: give.kaileemillsfoundation.org/2025kmfgala
THE HEALTH MUSEUM – HEALTH HEROES 2025 GALA
WHAT: Dinner, live auction, music and dancing honoring Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale.
WHERE: Hotel ZaZa – Museum District, 5701 Main St., Houston, 77005
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 1, 6–10 p.m.
COST: Individual tickets from $750; tables/sponsorships available
INFO: thehealthmuseum.org/events/2025gala/
NOVEMBER 3, 2025
RECIPE FOR SUCCESS – DELICIOUS ALCHEMY 20TH ANNIVERSARY BANQUET
WHAT: Exclusive ten-chef banquet at Hope Farms celebrating 20 years of Recipe for Success and honoring founders Gracie and Bob Cavnar.
WHERE: Hope Farms, Houston
WHEN: Monday, Nov. 3 (evening)
COST: Limited seating; ticketed
INFO: recipe4success.org | hopefarmhtx.org
NOVEMBER 8, 2025
PERIWINKLE WALK IN THE PARK (PRESENTED BY MOGAS, A FLOWSERVE COMPANY)
WHAT: Family-friendly 5K walk benefiting The Periwinkle Foundation’s programs for pediatric cancer patients at Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center.
WHERE: Evelyn’s Park, 4400 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire, 77401
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 8; registration 8 a.m.; walk 9 a.m.–noon
COST: Minimum $100 fundraising goal includes 2025 event T-shirt
INFO: periwinklefoundation.org/events/walk-in-the-park
REEVES ART + DESIGN – “ALL EYES ON HER” OPENING NIGHT
WHAT: One-week exhibition featuring Gary T. Murphy with Houston women artists and emerging youth; silent auction of couture dresses by Danny Nguyen from Murphy’s paintings; portion of proceeds benefits Dress for Success Houston.
WHERE: Reeves Art + Design, 2415 Taft St., Houston, 77006
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 8, 6–10 p.m. (Exhibit runs Nov. 10–15, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.)
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS – BRIGHTER FUTURES BBQ
WHAT: Fundraiser with barbecue, libations, music and silent auction benefiting CIS of Houston. (All-day giveback at The Pit Room Montrose, 1201 Richmond Ave., with 100% of food & beverage revenue donated to CIS.)
WHERE: The Pit Room – Memorial City, 10301 Katy Fwy., Houston, 77024
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 8, 6–10 p.m.
TICKETS: $300 individual; tables $1,800 (6) / $3,000 (10)
INFO: cishouston.org/bbq
THE BLUE BIRD CIRCLE – ANNUAL CHRISTMAS MARKET
WHAT: Holiday market featuring ornaments, vintage brooches, dolls, Spode “Christmas Tree,” nutcrackers and more; proceeds support pediatric neurology at Texas Children’s Hospital.
WHERE: The Blue Bird Circle Shop, 615 W. Alabama St., Houston, 77006
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 8, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: thebluebirdcircle.com
MEMORIAL PARK CONSERVANCY – MEMORIAL GROVES OPEN HOUSE
WHAT: Community open house unveiling final design for Memorial Groves, a Master Plan project honoring WWI history with new recreation, play and educational amenities.
WHERE: Cullen Running Trails Center, 7575 North Picnic Ln., Houston, 77007
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 8, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
COST: Free
NOVEMBER 13–16, 2025
45TH ANNUAL HOUSTON BALLET NUTCRACKER MARKET
WHAT: Four-day holiday shopping tradition with 270+ merchants and 25+ newcomers.
WHERE: NRG Center, 1 NRG Park, Houston, 77054
WHEN: Thu, Nov. 13, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Fri, Nov. 14, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sat, Nov. 15, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun, Nov. 16, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
TICKETS: $20 GA (one-day, window sales cash/check); Early Bird $60 (Thu/Fri 8:30 a.m. entry + repeat admission)
INFO: nutcrackermarket.com • Ticketmaster.com • select H-E-B Business Centers
DECEMBER 6, 2025
21ST ANNUAL HEIGHTS HOLIDAY MARKET
WHAT: Community-driven, artist-led market featuring local handmade goods across jewelry, apparel, home décor, fine art, ceramics, bath/body and more.
WHERE: TBA
WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: IG @heights.holiday.market • Facebook: Heights Holiday Market