From French festivals to cozy fall workshops, Houston is celebrating this fall season with events that celebrate good food, family and tradition. Check out six events happening around the Heights, River Oaks and Montrose neighborhoods in November and early December.
This list is not comprehensive, and details are subject to change.
French Festival
The French-American Chamber of Commerce Texas brings French food, wine and business together inside Houston's immersive digital art space, Artechouse. Guests move through floor-to-wall projections while a French bistro buffet and an open wine bar run all evening.
Gather & Glow: A Cozy Fall Creative Workshop
Sawyer Yards presents a cozy fall creative workshop in Houston at Restoration Studio. This warm, seasonal experience allows guests to slow down and create with their hands. There will be four curated creative tables, each inspired by autumn, nature, gathering and memory.
The James Beard Foundation’s Taste America
Taste America invites diners to experience their city's food scene through the lens of celebrated local chefs and the flavors, traditions and innovations shaping American dining. The Houston tasting will be hosted by chefs Evelyn Garcia and Henry Lu of JŪN.
ROCO In Concert: Fellow Travelers
ROCO continues its 22nd season with Fellow Travelers, exploring companionship and shared humanity through music. Guest conductor Rei Hotoda leads the 40-piece chamber orchestra in its debut at the Ismaili Center.
77th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade
The 77th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade is back on the streets of Downtown Houston. Thousands of Houston residents gather to kick off the holidays with elaborate floats and performances.
Christmas, Made Slowly
Christmas Made Slowly is a two-hour immersive holiday creative experience. The Restoration Studio in Sawyer Yards will be transformed for the season with twinkle lights, Christmas music, warm wassail, Christmas cookies, materials and four thoughtfully curated creative stations.