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.

Music on the Square

“Earth, Wind & Fire” tribute band “Let’s Groove Tonight” takes over the plaza at Sugar Land Town Square for an evening of iconic music. The performance includes live instrumentation and costume changes.The Phoenix Fall Campout

This campout at Brazos Bend State Park will feature events and activities like hiking, fishing and stargazing. The event is put on with the help of the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. To reserve a campsite, those interested must pay a non refundable $30 donation. Items such as tents and food will be provided.Pumpkin Patch and Fall Fest

The Presbyterian Day School Conroe’s pumpkin patch and fall fest will include a movie and pumpkin patch.
Cancer Kiss my Cooley helps grant wishes to children ages 0-21 with cancer. (Courtesy Cancer Kiss my Cooley)
Cancer Kiss my Cooley helps grant wishes to children ages 0-21 with cancer. (Courtesy Cancer Kiss my Cooley)
Cancer Kiss my Cooley 5K


Cancer Kiss my Cooley is holding a Halloween-themed 5K to help support its cause to grant wishes to children with cancer. Costumes are not required but are encouraged. The 5K registration includes a chip-timed 5K certified course, food, music and entertainment.
  • Oct. 26, 8 a.m.
  • $35 (per person), $20 (children 12 years and under)
  • 2130 S. Persimmon St., Tomball
  • www.ckmc.org
Day of the Dead

Rio Plaza Conroe is holding its first annual Day of the Dead and Halloween party featuring a movie, karaoke, trunk-or-treat, food trucks and games.
  • Oct. 26, 5 p.m.-midnight
  • $5 (entry), free (children 5 and under)
  • 1384 Crockett Martin Road, Conroe
  • Facebook: Rio Plaza Conroe
All Treats No Tricks Mixer & Market

The small business vendor market will feature free indoor pilates, a costume contest, music, drinks and brunch. This event is family- and pet-friendly.
The American Association Heart Walk is designed to improve the health and quality of life for communities. (Courtesy Lone Star College-University Park)
The American Association Heart Walk is designed to improve the health and quality of life for communities. (Courtesy Lone Star College-University Park)
2024 Northwest Harris Heart Walk

Lone Star College-University Park is hosting The American Association Heart Walk. The Heart Walk is designed to improve the health and quality of life for communities.
  • Oct. 26, 8 a.m.
  • Free
  • Lone Star College-University Park, 11521 Compaq Center West Drive, Houston
  • www2.heart.org
Tenth Annual Park to Port Bike Ride


This 20-mile round trip ride will take cyclists from Hermann Park’s Bayou Parkland along Bayou Greenway trail to Mason Park, near the Port of Houston. Celebrate at the post-ride party under the Bill Coats Bridge. This event is open to riders of all skill levels and is not a race.Spirits & Skeletons

The Houston Museum of Natural Science welcomes goblins and ghouls to this annual Halloween party. The event features three DJs, food trucks and cocktails.
  • Oct. 26, 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
  • $50-60 (general admission), $120 (VIP)
  • 5555 Hermann Park Drive, Houston
  • www.hmns.org
Pearland Boutique Shop & Hop

Support local shops and businesses such as And A Little Hope Boutique, The B’s Boutique and Segura Western Wear at this event. Each boutique will offer drinks and snacks while participants fill out a shop hop passport. Get it stamped at five or more stores to be entered into a raffle to win a gift card from one of the participating locations.Mom-ster Mash

Friendswood Parks and Recreation Department hosts this mother and son, Halloween-themed event at the Leavesley Park Jones Hangar. It features a costume contest, pizza, snacks, games and dancing.Disability Resource Fair


This annual event takes place at Clements High School and features games, crafts and activities for children with disabilities between ages 5-13. While kids play, parents may visit the resource fair to learn about disability-related services and programs in the area.Halloween Night at Tomball Museum

The Tomball Museum Center is holding a community Halloween night with trick-or-treat stations, a scavenger hunts, family activities and costumes encouraged.Happy Haunts Spooktacular

The Happy Haunts Spooktacular will feature a DJ with spooky hits, inflatables, a pumpkin carving contest, a scavenger hunt, a balloon artist, a face painter, crafts and games. In addition, costumed kids can traverse a trail of treats free of gluten, nut, soy, dairy and artificial dye/flavors.Trick or Treat Trail featuring Monster Mash

The Trick or Treat Trail will allow children the opportunity to trick-or-treat at booths and fill their bags with goodies from local vendors.