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Please email entries to editor@theleadernews.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

OCTOBER 31, 2025FALL FESTIVAL @ PROCTOR PARK<\/p>\n

WHAT: Family-friendly Halloween festival with food, games, prizes, and fun.
WHERE: Proctor Plaza Park & Community Center, 803 W. Temple, Houston, 77009
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 31, 4:30\u20136:30 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: Become a sponsor: Pamela Foote, 713-867-0497; Pamela.Foote@houstontx.gov<\/a><\/p>\n

SAVOY \/ EMANCIPATION CORRIDOR \u2013 HALLOWEEN BASH<\/p>\n

WHAT: Community Halloween Bash with haunted house, bounce zone, TikTok dance party, costume contest, face painting, photo booth, trunk-or-treat, music, free popcorn, and more along Emancipation Ave. Wristband\/waiver required for all participants.
WHERE: Savoy, 4402 Emancipation Ave., and surrounding block (Wheeler to Rosewood), Houston
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 31, 5\u20138 p.m.
COST: Free food & drinks for kids, family activities<\/p>\n

JULIET STEAKHOUSE \u2013 MURDER MYSTERY DINNER<\/p>\n

WHAT: Interactive four-course \u201cwho-done-it\u201d dinner experience with themed courses (\u201cThe Disguise,\u201d \u201cThe Interrogation,\u201d \u201cThe Prime Suspect,\u201d and \u201cThe Grand Reveal\u201d), plus an unfolding murder mystery and costume-friendly Halloween atmosphere.
WHERE: Juliet Steakhouse, Houston (see juliethtx.com<\/a> for location details)
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m.
COST: $85 per person (prix fixe)
INFO: Reservations required; limited seating. juliethtx.com<\/a><\/p>\n

MEOW WOLF HOUSTON \u2013 COSMIC HOWL HALLOWEEN PARTY<\/p>\n

WHAT: Radio Tave turns one with Meow Wolf\u2019s first-ever Cosmic Howl \u2014 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.\u2013midnight
COST: Ticketed
INFO: meowwolf.com\/houston<\/a><\/p>\n

ST. AMBROSE SCHOOL \u2013 HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL<\/p>\n

WHAT: Family festival with haunted house, petting zoo, laser tag, train ride, bounce house, \u201cTruck or Treat,\u201d Kona Ice, and more.
WHERE: St. Ambrose School, 4213 Mangum Rd., Houston, 77092
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 31, 3:30\u20137:30 p.m.
COST: Not listed<\/p>\n

\u00a0NOVEMBER 1, 2025KAILEE MILLS FOUNDATION \u2013 5TH ANNUAL BUCKLE UP GALA<\/p>\n

WHAT: Derby-themed gala supporting seat belt safety awareness; dinner, auctions, after-party; emceed by Caroline Collins and Johnny \u201cBravo\u201d Holloway.
WHERE: The Revaire, 7122 Old Katy Rd., Houston, 77024
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 1, 6 p.m.
COST: From $250; sponsorships available
INFO: give.kaileemillsfoundation.org\/2025kmfgala<\/a><\/p>\n

THE HEALTH MUSEUM \u2013 HEALTH HEROES 2025 GALA<\/p>\n

WHAT: Dinner, live auction, music and dancing honoring Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale for her work in mental health advocacy.
WHERE: Hotel ZaZa \u2013 Museum District, 5701 Main St., Houston, 77005
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 1, 6\u201310 p.m.
COST: Individual tickets from $750; tables\/sponsorships available
INFO: thehealthmuseum.org\/events\/2025gala\/<\/a><\/p>\n

IAA HOUSTON \u2013 DIWALI DHAMAKA: ABBY V LIVE IN CONCERT<\/p>\n

WHAT: Diwali celebration featuring Abby V, internationally acclaimed Canadian-Indian vocalist\/composer known for blending Carnatic, Hindustani, and Western classical styles. Multilingual performance (Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, Malayalam, Tulu) highlighting unity through music and culture.
WHERE: Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Dr., Houston, TX
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 1, 6 p.m.
COST: Ticketed; group discounts for 8+
INFO: IAAHouston.org<\/a> \u2022 info@iaahouston.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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NOVEMBER 2, 2025CHEF TOBIAS DORZON AT FRNDS \u2013 CHEF\u2019S TABLE DINNER SERIES<\/p>\n

WHAT: One-night-only, multi-course, prix fixe dining experience with celebrity chef Tobias Dorzon (2025 Chef of the Year; Food Network personality). Two intimate seatings with direct chef interaction.
WHERE: FRNDS Restaurant & Lounge, 2411 University Blvd., Houston, TX
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 2; seatings at 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.
COST: $150\u2013$200 per person (prix fixe)
INFO: Reservations strongly encouraged. frndshtx.com<\/a><\/p>\n

KARBACH BREWING CO. \u2013 D\u00cdA DE LOS MUERTOS CELEBRATION<\/p>\n

WHAT: Free, family-friendly D\u00eda de los Muertos celebration with Ballet Folkl\u00f3rico, DJ sets, D\u00eda de los Muertos Fashion Show, Trunk O\u2019 Treat Car Show, and limited-edition event glassware (while supplies last).
WHERE: Karbach Brewing Co., 2032 Karbach St., Houston, 77092
WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 2, 11 a.m.\u20136 p.m.
COST: Free admission
INFO: karbachbrewing.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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NOVEMBER 3, 2025RECIPE FOR SUCCESS \u2013 DELICIOUS ALCHEMY 20TH ANNIVERSARY BANQUET<\/p>\n

WHAT: Exclusive ten-chef banquet at Hope Farms celebrating 20 years of Recipe for Success; honoring founders Gracie & Bob Cavnar and reuniting original Houston chef collaborators behind Seed-to-Plate Nutrition Education\u2122. Cocktails in the Chef\u2019s Garden followed by a seated wine-paired dinner.
WHERE: Hope Farms, Houston
WHEN: Monday, Nov. 3 (evening)
COST: Limited seating; ticketed
INFO: recipe4success.org<\/a> | hopefarmhtx.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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NOVEMBER 6, 2025JAZZ ON 34TH \u2013 BENEFITTING WALTRIP HIGH SCHOOL<\/p>\n

WHAT: Annual Waltrip PTO fundraiser featuring live jazz to support Waltrip High School.
WHERE: Trees For Houston, 1911 W. 34th St., Houston, TX 77018
WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 6, 6\u20139 p.m.
COST: Fundraiser \/ ticketed
INFO: Waltrip PTO<\/p>\n

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NOVEMBER 8, 2025PERIWINKLE WALK IN THE PARK (PRESENTED BY MOGAS, A FLOWSERVE COMPANY)<\/p>\n

WHAT: Family-friendly 5K walk benefiting The Periwinkle Foundation\u2019s programs for pediatric cancer patients at Texas Children\u2019s Cancer and Hematology Center.
WHERE: Evelyn\u2019s Park, 4400 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire, 77401
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 8; registration 8 a.m.; walk 9 a.m.\u2013noon
COST: Minimum $100 fundraising goal includes 2025 event T-shirt
INFO: periwinklefoundation.org\/events\/walk-in-the-park<\/a><\/p>\n

REEVES ART + DESIGN \u2013 \u201cALL EYES ON HER\u201d OPENING NIGHT<\/p>\n

WHAT: One-week, female-powered art show curated by Gary T. Murphy, featuring works by Houston women artists and youth artists, plus a couture collaboration with Danny Nguyen Couture. A portion of proceeds benefits Dress for Success Houston.
WHERE: Reeves Art + Design, 2415 Taft St., Houston, 77006
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 8, 6\u201310 p.m. (Exhibit runs Nov. 10\u201315, 10 a.m.\u20135 p.m.)
COST: Free
INFO: Dress for Success Houston beneficiary<\/p>\n

COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS \u2013 BRIGHTER FUTURES BBQ<\/p>\n

WHAT: Fundraiser with barbecue, libations, music and silent auction benefiting Communities in Schools 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 \u2013 Memorial City, 10301 Katy Fwy., Houston, 77024
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 8, 6\u201310 p.m.
COST: $300 individual; tables $1,800 (6) \/ $3,000 (10)
INFO: cishouston.org\/bbq<\/a><\/p>\n

THE BLUE BIRD CIRCLE \u2013 ANNUAL CHRISTMAS MARKET<\/p>\n

WHAT: Holiday market featuring ornaments, vintage brooches, dolls, Spode \u201cChristmas Tree,\u201d nutcrackers and more. Proceeds support pediatric neurology at Texas Children\u2019s Hospital. The Blue Bird Circle Pediatric Neurology Clinic was recently ranked No. 1 in the U.S. and worldwide for pediatric neurology and neurosurgery by U.S. News & World Report; every purchase supports ongoing care and research.
WHERE: The Blue Bird Circle Shop, 615 W. Alabama St., Houston, 77006
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 8, 10 a.m.\u20133 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: thebluebirdcircle.com<\/a> \u2022 IG\/Facebook @thebluebirdcircle<\/p>\n

MEMORIAL PARK CONSERVANCY \u2013 MEMORIAL GROVES OPEN HOUSE<\/p>\n

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.\u201312 p.m.
COST: Free<\/p>\n

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NOVEMBER 12, 2025THRIVE OVER 55 SENIOR EXPO<\/p>\n

WHAT: Senior resource expo with free admission, food & drinks, drawings, games, activities, and expert guidance on health, finances, and legal concerns. Opportunity to meet service providers, get advice, and connect with peers.
WHERE: Missouri City Community Center, 1522 Texas Pkwy., Missouri City, TX 77489
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m.\u201312:30 p.m.
COST: Free (registration encouraged)
INFO: tinyurl.com\/fortbendstexpo<\/a> \u2022 713-371-3740<\/p>\n

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NOVEMBER 13\u201316, 202545TH ANNUAL HOUSTON BALLET NUTCRACKER MARKET<\/p>\n

WHAT: Four-day holiday shopping tradition with 270+ merchants and 25+ newcomers offering holiday d\u00e9cor, gourmet treats, apparel, jewelry, and gifts.
WHERE: NRG Center, 1 NRG Park, Houston, 77054
WHEN: Thu, Nov. 13, 10 a.m.\u20138 p.m.; Fri, Nov. 14, 10 a.m.\u20137 p.m.; Sat, Nov. 15, 10 a.m.\u20136 p.m.; Sun, Nov. 16, 10 a.m.\u20135 p.m.
COST: $20 GA (one-day, cash\/check at window); Early Bird $60 (Thu\/Fri 8:30 a.m. entry + repeat admission)
INFO: nutcrackermarket.com<\/a> \u2022 Ticketmaster.com<\/a> \u2022 select H-E-B Business Centers<\/p>\n

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NOVEMBER 14, 2025 \u2013 FEBRUARY 22, 2026RADIANT NATURE AT HOUSTON BOTANIC GARDEN<\/p>\n

WHAT: Immersive lantern festival returns with all-new illuminated tunnels, giant Zodiac animals (celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse), glowing Texas bluebonnets, interactive mirror room, \u201crain cloud,\u201d angel wings photo op, and more. Food, beverages, and holiday marketplace on site.
WHERE: Houston Botanic Garden
WHEN: Opens Friday, Nov. 14; 6 p.m. evenings on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and select weeknights through Feb. 22, 2026 (59 total nights, including holidays like Black Friday, Christmas Eve, New Year\u2019s Day; continues through Valentine\u2019s Day and Lunar New Year)
COST: Tickets from $28.50; $2 off Thursday & Sunday nights
INFO: hbg.org<\/a> (Houston Botanic Garden); advance parking reservations recommended<\/p>\n

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NOVEMBER 15, 2025GRETA KATHERINE TORANZO \u2013 BIRTHDAY PARTY & LIFE CELEBRATION<\/p>\n

WHAT: Community celebration honoring Greta Katherine Toranzo with sweets & treats, bracelets, arcade games, slime, kids\u2019 games, and a tree dedication. Guests are invited to bring their blue \u201cGreta\u201d yard bows to include in the live art. Donations in Greta\u2019s honor support her memorial fund.
WHERE: Sinclair Elementary, Houston
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m.\u20131 p.m.
COST: Free; donations encouraged via @givewithgreta (Venmo)
INFO: Memorial fund information available on-site; all are welcome<\/p>\n

BRAINABOUTS\u00ae \u2013 INAUGURAL BINGO BASH<\/p>\n

WHAT: Outdoor, family-friendly Bingo Bash benefiting BrainAbouts\u00ae, a neuroscience-based prevention program helping teens make safer choices. Proceeds support expansion of BrainAbouts\u00ae in Greater Houston schools. Casual attire encouraged; kids welcome with parents.
WHERE: Evelyn\u2019s Park Conservancy, 4400 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire, 77401
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 15, 2\u20135 p.m.
COST: $50 individual tickets; sponsorships $500\u2013$15,000
INFO: johnfontainejrcharity.org\/bingo-bash<\/a><\/p>\n

GIVE THANKS FAMILY FUN WALK & COOK-OFF<\/p>\n

WHAT: Gratitude-themed community walk benefiting Kids\u2019 Meals, Inc. Includes a 1-mile interactive nature walk; \u201cBites of Thanks\u201d cook-off (holiday dishes judged by influencers and VIPs); and an end zone celebration with music, vendors, turkey giveaways, and family activities. Goal: fund 9,000 meals (one full day of service) for preschool-aged children facing food insecurity.
WHERE: Pomona by Hillwood, 4545 Pomona Pkwy., Manvel, 77578
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 15, 1\u20135 p.m.
COST: Adults (13+): $20 early bird \u2192 $25 (Nov. 1\u201314) \u2192 $30 day-of; Teens (13\u201317 w\/adult): $15; Kids 12 & under: Free; Family 4-Pack: $70 \u2192 $85 \u2192 $95; VIP Judge Pass: $100 (includes 4 Judge Passes + 4 Walk Passes)
INFO: runsignup.com\/Race\/Info\/TX\/Manvel\/TheGiveThanksFamilyFunWalk<\/a> \u2022 Hosted with Pomona by Hillwood to benefit Kids\u2019 Meals, Inc.<\/p>\n

ISLAMIC ARTS FESTIVAL<\/p>\n

WHAT: Two-day family festival showcasing Islamic art from artists across the U.S., with henna, Ebru (marbling), live calligraphy, workshops, kids\u2019 activities, and global food. All faiths and backgrounds welcome.
WHERE: University of Houston, Student Center South, 4455 University Dr., Houston, 77204
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 15 & Sunday, Nov. 16; 10:30 a.m.\u20135:30 p.m. both days
COST: Free
INFO: islamicartssociety.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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NOVEMBER 21 \u2013 DECEMBER 28, 2025COCA-COLA\u2019S CLASSIC CHRISTMAS \u2013 ALPINE ADVENTURE<\/p>\n

WHAT: Massive immersive holiday lights\/experience (90,000+ sq. ft.) themed around Santa and Mrs. Claus\u2019 cozy mountain hideaway. Features millions of lights, falling snow, \u201cSlip N Slide Summit\u201d ice slide with thrill and beginner lanes, outdoor ice skating, Santa-in-his-ski-gondola photo ops, Mrs. Claus story time, holiday movie screenings, apr\u00e8s ski dance party, live music, karaoke, ugly sweater contests, festive treats, and more.
WHERE: Katy Mills, 5000 Katy Mills Cir., Katy
WHEN: Nightly programming Nov. 21\u2013Dec. 28
COST: Ticketed; group packages for 26+ available
INFO: ClassicChristmas.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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DECEMBER 6, 202521ST ANNUAL HEIGHTS HOLIDAY MARKET<\/p>\n

WHAT: Community-driven, artist-led market featuring local handmade goods across jewelry, apparel, home d\u00e9cor, fine art, ceramics, bath\/body and more.
WHERE: TBA
WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m.\u20134 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: IG @heights.holiday.market \u2022 Facebook: Heights Holiday Market<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Please email entries to editor@theleadernews.com. OCTOBER 31, 2025FALL FESTIVAL @ PROCTOR PARK WHAT: Family-friendly Halloween festival with food,…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":25525,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[447,56,58,57],"class_list":["post-25524","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-houston","tag-community","tag-houston","tag-houston-headlines","tag-houston-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25524","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25524"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25524\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25525"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25524"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25524"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25524"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}