Looking for something to do in the Houston area this weekend, May 8-10? Check out this weekend's guide. All events are subject to change, and this list is not comprehensive.
1. Panda Fest
The Asian food festival at Buffalo Bayou Park features more than 100 Asian street food vendors as well as panda merchandise and cultural performances.
- May 8-10, times vary
- $14 (general admission), $25 (VIP)
- 105-B Sabine St., Houston
- www.pandafests.com
2. GEMCC’s Annual Grand Prix 2026
Spend the day with the Greater East Montgomery County Chamber and network while racing go-karts at Speedsportz Racing Park. The event includes lunch and awards for top finishers.
- May 8, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
- $800 (team of five)
- 23050 Speed St., New Caney
- www.gemcchamber.com
3. Music & Motors: Tailor Maide
Attendees can join historic Downtown Humble for a Music & Motors night featuring classics, custom cars, trucks and local rides. This event also features live music, local vendors and a car meet.
- May 8, 6 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 308 Main St., Humble
- Facebook: Music & Motors, Humble
4. Montgomery ISD Auto Show
Attendees can expect a variety of cars, alongside coffee, pastries and snow cones available for purchase.
- May 9, 8 a.m.-noon
- Free (admission), $20 (per car display)
- The Den, 1520 Lone Star Parkway, Montgomery
- https://theden.misd.org
5. Shred it EMC 2026
The East Montgomery County Improvement District will host this free document shredding event at The Atrium Center parking lot.
- May 9, 8 a.m.-noon
- Free (admission)
- 21575 Hwy. 59, New Caney
- www.emctx.com/shred-it-20268
6. Bike Swap
Attendees can buy, sell or trade bikes and bike parts while connecting with fellow cycling enthusiasts.
- May 9, 9 a.m.-noon
- Free (admission)
- Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
7. Vintage Car Festival
Attendees will be able to browse a variety of vehicles, as well as enjoy live music, vendors and food.
- May 9, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- First Presbyterian Church Tomball, 30410 Tomball Parkway, Tomball
- https://fpctomball.org
8. Passport to Play
Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week at the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center with a passport scavenger hunt that takes participants around the world.
- May 9, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- $15-$17 (per ticket)
- 198 Kempner St., Sugar Land
- www.childrensdiscoveryfb.org
9. Mother’s Day Market
The annual market is returning to the Houston Heights, offering local finds and one-of-a-kind gifts.
- May 9, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 714 Yale St., Houston
- Facebook: Heights Mercantile Mother’s Day Market 2026
10. Primrose Park Grand Opening
Celebrate Fulshear’s newest park, which features four baseball and softball fields, a concessions building and additional recreational amenities.
- May 9, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 7622 Dixon Road, Fulshear
- www.fulsheartexas.gov
11. Pups & Pints - Saint Arnold Stroll
Tickets support the League City Animal Care & Adoption Center and include four Saint Arnold beers, a pint glass and a swag bag.
- May 9, 4-10 p.m.
- $39.19 (21 and up), $28.52 (under 21)
- Walter Hall Park, 807 Hwy. 3, League City
- http://bit.ly/4meTuUF
12. Jazz Night
The free concert will feature renowned saxophonist Kyle Turner, international Blues singer Keeshea Pratt and the Texas Southern University Jazz Ensemble.
- May 9, 6-10 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- League Park, 198 Railroad Ave., League City
- Facebook: Saturday Jazz Night in League City
