From a strawberry festival in Dickinson to kite flying in Hermann Park, celebrate the seasons changing with these 12 outdoor events happening around the Houston metro throughout April. This list is not comprehensive and details are subject to change.

Bayou City Arts Festival

This annual, outdoor art festival at Sam Houston Park displays world-class pieces from 280 select artists and also features food, music and entertainment for attendees.
  • March 29-30, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • 1000 Bagby St., Houston
  • $18 (general admission), $5 (kids 12 years and under general admission), $75-$120 (VIP)
  • www.bayoucityartfestival.com
The FoodieLand festival at NRG Park will feature foods from multiple cultures. (Courtesy FoodLand)
The FoodieLand festival at NRG Park will feature foods from multiple cultures. (Courtesy FoodLand)
FoodieLand

This food festival at NRG Park features multicultural cuisines from more than 185 vendors, as well as shopping opportunities, live music and games.Jazzy Sundays at Discovery Green Park

This live music series stops at Discovery Green Park in downtown Houston every Sunday in April. Featured artists include Lady Blackbird, Jazz Houston Youth Orchestra and the Houston Ensemble.
This BBQ festival will provide samples from various Houston-area barbecue joints. (Courtesy Houston Barbecue Festival)
This BBQ festival will provide samples from various Houston-area barbecue joints. (Courtesy Houston Barbecue Festival)
Houston Barbecue Festival


This annual event in Humble features samples from the Houston metro’s favorite barbecue joints, including Michelin-starred CorkScrew BBQ in Spring, and Brett’s BBQ Shop in Katy.
The Kite Festival at Hermann Park features a live DJ, interactive games and kid’s activities, face painting, stilt walkers. (Courtesy Hermann Park Conservancy)
The Kite Festival at Hermann Park features a live DJ, interactive games and kid’s activities, face painting, stilt walkers. (Courtesy Hermann Park Conservancy)
Hermann Park Conservancy’s Kite Festival

This spring event takes place at the Miller Hill and Jones Reflection Pool at Hermann Park, and features a live DJ, interactive games and kid’s activities, face painting, stilt walkers and other performances.
The 38th annual Art Car Parade features more than 250 cars and 200,000 audience members. (Courtesy Art Car Parade)
The 38th annual Art Car Parade features more than 250 cars and 200,000 audience members. (Courtesy Art Car Parade)
Art Car Parade

The largest public art festival includes three days of activities, including the free parade in downtown Houston and along Allen Parkway, as well as a VIP party and benefit dinner. The parade attracts more than 250 cars and 200,000 audience members.
  • April 10-13, times vary by event
  • Free (parade attendance); $100-$250 (VIPit party and benefit)
  • Sam Houston Park, 1000 Bagby St., Houston (parade starting line)
  • www.thehoustonartcarparade.com
Brazos River Pickers

This musical event features live band the Brazos River Pickers as they play country and bluegrass tunes at the Brazos Bend State Park Amphitheater, located just outside the Nature Center.Houston Latin Fest


This cultural festival celebrating the music, art and cuisine of Latin communities will take place at Crown Festival Park in Sugar Land. The event is family-friendly.The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

This fine arts festival along Town Green Park celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2025. It features an outdoor gallery showcasing 225 authors, live music, culinary demonstrations, craft beer tents and activities for kids.
  • April 11, 1-5 p.m.; April 12, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; April 13, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • $33 (weekend pass); $200 (VIP weekend pass); $13-$18 (one-day general admission); free for kids 12 years and younger
  • 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
  • www.thewoodlandsartscouncil.org
Strawberry Festival

This fruit festival at the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Dickinson features food, local vendors, a kids zone, a book sale, family-centered entertainment and strawberry shortcake.Green Mountain Energy Earth Day at Discovery Green

Attendees will learn more about solar, wind, water and other forms of renewable energy with interactive art and activities, musical performances, crafts, exhibits and food vendors.
This Sugar Land event by The Feel Good Group will feature fresh produce from local farmers and wellness activities, such as sound baths and yoga sessions. (Courtesy Feel Good Group)
This Sugar Land event by The Feel Good Group will feature fresh produce from local farmers and wellness activities, such as sound baths and yoga sessions. (Courtesy Feel Good Group)
Nourish the Square: a farmers market + wellness event


This event will be hosted at Sugar Land Town Square in honor of Earth Day. It features fresh produce, ethically-raised meats, baked goods, chef-made hot foods, as well as sound baths and yoga.