Looking for something to do in the Houston area this weekend? Check out this weekend's guide as recently reported by Community Impact. All events are subject to change. This list is not comprehensive.

Fall Festival at Big Blue Marble Academy Friendswood

This event will feature a fall festival and an open house. Food, games and a chance to meet teachers will be available for those interested in attending.
  • Oct. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • 3001 W. Bay Area Blvd., Friendswood
  • www.bbmacademy.com
Anniversary concert with Lyle Lovett

A free concert featuring Lyle Lovett and His Large Band will also include performances by Hayes Carll and Jack Ingram. The concert is part of The Woodlands’ community’s 50th anniversary celebration.
  • Oct. 18, 7:15 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
  • www.thewoodlands.com
‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’

Celebrate the return of the historic River Oaks Theatre by attending a screening of the 1975 film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” The event is paired with a burlesque show from local group The Sisterhood of Lili St Cyr.Spring-Klein Nutcracker Market


The Spring-Klein Nutcracker Market will include an array of vendors offering women and children's clothing, home decor, gourmet food items, handmade jewelry as well as fashion trucks.
  • Oct. 18-19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Oct. 18), 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Oct. 19)
  • $5 (admission), free (teachers and first responders)
  • 7500 FM 2920, Spring
  • Facebook: Spring Klein Funky Junque Market
Space City Cruisers Fall Car Show

This car club supports Clear Creek ISD graduating seniors and the Texas Lions Camp for disabled children. Forty car and truck classes will be on display at Walter Hall Park. The event also features arts and crafts vendors, on-site food trucks and raffles.11th Annual Zombie Run

Atascocita High School's Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps is holding its 11th annual Zombie Run featuring a zombie attire race. The AHS MCJROTC Booster Club supports the program by funding scholarships.
  • Oct. 19, 9 a.m.
  • $15 (ages 5-11), $20 (ages 12-18), $25 (adults)
  • Atascocita High School, 13300 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble
  • www.ahsmcjrotcbooster.org
The Market at Wildwood

The Wildwood United Methodist Church’s fourth annual market will include items from local artisans, craftsmen, and small local businesses with booths featuring woodworking, resin gifts, jewelry, handmade gifts, holiday decor and clothes.Designer Bag Bingo


Nonprofit Love Bought International will host this benefit event at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Pearland for orphaned and otherwise vulnerable children. It features bingo, brunch, a bag winning, and drawings and giveaways throughout the morning, including a Tiffany’s necklace for the attendee who brings the most friends. Tables of seven or eight can be reserved with the purchase of tickets.Oktoberfest

The seventh annual Kingwood OktoberFest will return to Holy Comforter Lutheran Church, featuring German-inspired fare, such as bratwurst, sauerkraut and pretzels, as well as brews from DECA Beer Company. The event will also feature polka music from The Texas Sound Check Band, a DJ, a costume contest, a trackless train, and games and activities for all ages.Fall For It

Shop and celebrate Old Pearland Farmers Market’s three-year anniversary and watch a screening of “Inside Out 2” at Independence Park.Houston Filipino Street Festival

This cultural celebration at Constellation Field will showcase traditional Filipino food, music, art and dancing. Parking is free.
  • Oct. 19, noon-7 p.m.
  • $20 (adults), free (children age 7 and under)
  • 1 Stadium Drive, Sugar Land
  • www.fyphouston.com
Grand Public Celebration


The culmination of The Woodlands’ 50th anniversary activities occurs on the actual 50th anniversary of the founding of the community. Events including a

wildflower festival and fireworks show will take place at locations throughout the township.The Silos Open Art Studios

Meet with Houston artists at The Silos at Sawyer Yards as their studios and galleries are on display.GiGi's Playhouse Sugar Land Gala 2024

GiGi’s Playhouse Gala attendees can enjoy a casino night featuring dinner, auctions, casino games, rock 'n roll bingo and dancing. The gala will benefit The GiGi’s Playhouse Sugar Land’s mission to provide educational and therapeutic programs to individuals with down syndrome.
  • Oct. 19, 6-11 p.m.
  • $175 (individual ticket), $350 (couples ticket)
  • Casino Royale, The Ballroom at Bayou Place, 500 Texas Ave., Houston
  • www.gigisplayhouse.org
Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival


Tens of thousands of pounds of pumpkins will be available for picking at the Nature Discovery Center in Bellaire.2024 Drive Thru BBQ for mental health

Hosted at the Lions Club of Pearland, businesses and organizations in the area will serve barbecue to raise funds and awareness for mental health.
  • Oct. 20, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • $15 (tickets for chicken, sausage and sides)
  • 3350 South Main St., Pearland
  • www.pearlandchamber.org
Hallo-Woof Bash

Pearland’s Animal Services Department hosts this spooky event for families and pets. It will feature a costume contest, pumpkin painting, live music, treats and candy and interactive games.