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Looking for something to do in the Houston area this weekend, Oct. 2-4? Check out this weekend's guide.
All events are subject to change, and this list is not comprehensive.
Southern Smoke Festival
Guests can enjoy food, drinks and live music, and meet chefs and bartenders from across the country.
General admission ticket holders can also visit the YETI Culinary Stage, have cookbooks signed by participating chefs and meet the 2026 Food & Wine Best New Chefs.
Proceeds will benefit the Southern Smoke Foundation, which has distributed over $16 million and provided access to more than 11,000 no-cost counseling sessions to food and beverage workers nationwide.
Oct. 3, 4-8 p.m.
$225 (general admission)
500 McKinney St., Houston
We Rock the Spectrum Bellaire
The event will host Tony Memmel, a speaker, singer, guitarist and teacher. Born with one hand, Memmel uses music and storytelling to share his experiences and messages about creativity and overcoming challenges.
Attendees will also have access to open play at the inclusive children's gym.
Oct. 2, 5-7 p.m.
$25 (per child), Free (adults)
6706 Ferris St., Bellaire
Katy Rice Harvest Festival Parade
The parade will feature local businesses, schools, nonprofits and community members and will highlight the festival's focus on community, agriculture and scholarship.
Oct. 3, 9 a.m.
Free (admission)
5458 E. 5th St., Katy
Eagle Fest
At Eagle Fest, ZZ Top will headline the evening’s concert, with Cheap Trick joining as a special guest. Gates open at 5 p.m., and the music begins at 6 p.m.
Oct. 3, 6 p.m.
Starting at $55 (admission)
2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
Shakespeare in the Park
League Park will host a free outdoor performance of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream by members of Clear Creek Community Theatre. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and coolers.
The event is part of League City's Public Art Initiative, which brings visual and performing arts opportunities to the community.
Oct. 3, 7-9 p.m.
Free (admission)
512 2nd St., League City
DIY Botanical Shadow Box
Guests can create their own miniature natural-history collection using seeds, pods and preserved plant materials. The workshop will draw inspiration from classic botanical archives, with participants arranging specimens in an 11-by-14-inch shadow box and adding handwritten scientific labels.
All supplies will be provided, and participants can bring a small nature treasure of their own.
Oct. 3, 10 a.m.-noon
$35 (per person)
13016 University Blvd., Sugar Land
Hocus Pocus Night Market
The Esplanade at Navigation will host a Halloween-themed night market, featuring over 70 vendors, food, drinks and desserts, along with photo opportunities.
Organizers will also give away 60 free tote bags. Free parking will be available, and the event is pet-friendly.
Oct. 2, 6-10 p.m.
Free (admission)
2800 Navigation Blvd., Houston
Instagram: @esplanadeatnavigation
