Looking for ways to spend your weekend? Check out these eight events happening in the Bay Area throughout April and May. This list is not comprehensive, and details are subject to change.
Galveston County Fair & Rodeo
The county rodeo features mutton bustin’, broncs and bulls, a carnival, shopping, a seafood cookoff and live concerts at Jack Brooks Park.
Weenie Derby
Stop by Little Woodrow’s to see the annual spring weenie dog races, where all entry fees will be donated to a local animal charity.
Wine Fest
Hosted by Kemah Boardwalk, the event features more than 72 types of Sonoma County wine, along with small bites and charcuterie.
League City Community Fair
Families can enjoy face painting, inflatables and other activities while exploring community resources at the local community fair at the Johnnie Arolfo Civic Center.
Native Plant Sale
The plant sale features native plants, including hand-selected grasses and flowering plants that were grown at the Galveston Bay Foundation’s EcoCenter.
April 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.Free (entry)807 State Hwy. 3 N., League Citywww.galvbay.org
Strawberry Festival
The 93rd annual festival will feature live musical entertainment, a kid zone, a petting zoo, homemade strawberry shortcake and brisket sandwiches.
Planet Earth Celebration
Learn how to sustain, conserve and preserve Earth’s natural resources with exclusive Space Center Houston activities.
April 25-26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.$24.95-$39.95 (general admission)1601 E. NASA Parkway, Houstonwww.spacecenter.org
Margaritas at the Marina
Sip margaritas and listen to live music by the water at the community event hosted by MarineMax.