March 4: Party at the Pavilion
The city of Bellaire will host an outdoor concert at the Bellaire Town Square. The event will feature the Latin-pop band Mango Punch and catering by It’s A Wrap Mobile Bistro. 7 p.m. Free (admission). 7008 S. Rice Ave., Bellaire. 713-662-8222. www.bellairetx.gov
March 5-6: Listen to Houston Symphony play ‘Star Wars’ music
The Houston Symphony is putting on a show that will feature everything from John Williams’ score for “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.” 8 p.m. (March 5), 2:30 p.m. (March 6). $29-$154. Houston Symphony, 615 Louisiana St., Ste. 102, Houston. 713-224-7575. www.houstonsymphony.org
March 5, 19: Join a photography workshop
The Houston Center for Photography hosts several workshops in Levy Park open to anyone age 17 and older. The March 5 event covers exposure and layering, and the March 19 event covers writing an artist statement. 9 a.m. Free. Levy Park pavilion, 3801 Eastside St., Houston. 713-529-4755. www.levyparkhouston.org
March 6: Celebrate with medical center orchestra
The Texas Medical Center Orchestra will be performing George Gershwin’s “An American in Paris” at Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. The goal of the orchestra is to bring culture and raise awareness for medical and local charities. Music Director Libi Lebel will orchestrate the event. 5 p.m. $25. Zilkha Hall, 800 Bagby St., Ste. 300, Houston. 713-315-2525. www.thehobbycenter.org
March 11: Listen to Seong-Jin Cho
The Society for the Performing Arts announced pianist Seong-Jin Cho will be making his Houston debut at the Cullen Theater performing works by Chopin. 7:30 p.m. (doors open). $40-$70. Wortham Theater Center, 501 Texas Ave., Houston. 713-227-4772. www.spahouston.org
March 12: Meet and learn about animals
The weekend Meet the Animal session, gives children a closer look at the center’s animals and insight into their behavior, ecology and characteristics. Children must be accompanied by an adult to attend. The theme of the March 12 event is “scaly and slimy,” according to the center’s website. 2-3 p.m. $5. Hana and Arthur Ginzburg Nature Discovery Center, 7112 Newcastle St., Bellaire. 713-667-6550. www.naturediscoverycenter.org
March 13: Make your own art
The Museum of Fine Arts is teaming up with the Islamic Art Society to showcase art, new and old, from the Islamic world. Families will have the opportunity to create their own art, watch demonstrations and explore galleries filled with unique pieces. 1-4 p.m. 19 (general admission), Free (children ages 12 and under). Caroline Weiss Law Building, 1001 Bissonnet St., Houston. 713-639-7300. www.mfah.org
March 14: Attend a pie fight at the Children’s Museum
Guests can enjoy a slice of pie and conduct science experiments at the Children’s Museum. The event provides a chance to celebrate Albert Einstein’s birthday and Pi day with circle art and a shaving cream pie fight for those ages 8 and older. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $12 (general admission), Free (children ages 1 and under). Ewing St. Alexander Art Academy, 1500 Binz St., Houston. 713-522-1138. www.cmhouston.org
March 25: Experience Carnaval at the Houston Zoo
TXU Energy is transforming the H-E-B Lone Star Pavilion for an after-hours Carnaval experience at the Houston Zoo. The event is restricted to those ages 21 and older and will feature Latin music performed by the Leslie Lugo Band, Samba lessons, free caricature sketches and a variety of games. General admission tickets include a free drink. 6-9 p.m. $39. 6200 Hermann Park Dr., Houston. 713-533-6500. www.houstonzoo.org
March 26: Run for a cause at Minute Maid Park
Runners can register now for the Run Houston for a Cause! at Minute Maid Park. A 5K, a 10K, a kids 1K and virtual race events are open for registration, including both timed and untimed races. The race is part of the Run Houston! series created to showcase unique venues across the Houston area and boast a family-friendly atmosphere. The series also allows runners to raise funds for their charities of choice. 8:30 a.m. $25-$45. Minute Maid Park, 501 Crawford St., Houston. 224-757-5425. www.runhouston.com
March 26: Go to the 14th Annual H-Town Blues Festival
An evening of blues performances features the following artists, among others: Tucka, Calvin Richardson, Sir Charles Jones, Pokey Bear, Roi Anthony, Chick Rogers and Jeter Jones. 7 p.m. $59-$125. NRG Arena, 1 NRG Parkway, Houston. www.nrgpark.com
March 26-April 6: Stop by the 18th Annual Houston Jewish Film Festival
The Evelyn Rubenstein Community Center is hosting the festival, which shines a spotlight on Jewish and Israeli culture, art and history. All films are viewable through the community center’s online platform within the set viewing window listed with the film. $25 (three films), $85 (full access). Virtual event. 713-729-3200. www.erjcchouston.org
March 27: Sit in on story time
Brazos Bookstore will host a virtual webinar with Paula Cohen, author of “Big Dream, Small Fish,” as she reads her children’s story of a young girl and her family moving to a new country and running the family store. 11 a.m. Free. Virtual event. 713-523-0701. www.brazosbookstore.com
April 2-3: Stroll through a street art festival
Via Colori, a free family-friendly event, brings together student, amateur and professional artists as they draw creative chalk masterpieces. The event will also have live music and a children’s area. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. (April 2), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (April 3). Free. Post Houston, 401 Franklin St., Houston. 832-450-0205. www.viacolorihouston.org
Worth the trip: Enjoy a rodeo concert
Rodeo Houston is back for 2022 with a full lineup of concerts. Times and costs vary. NRG Center, 3 NRG Park, Houston. www.rodeohouston.com
March 5: Jon Pardi, 5:45 p.m.
March 6: Los Tucanes de Tijuana, 5:45 p.m.
March 7: Luke Bryan, 8:45 p.m.
March 8: Maren Morris, 8:45 p.m.
March 9: Kane Brown, 8:45 p.m.
March 10: Journey, 8:45 p.m.
March 11: Bun B’s H-Town Takeover, 8:45 p.m.
March 12: Parker McCollum, 5:45 p.m.
March 13: Dierks Bentley, 5:45 p.m.
March 14: Sam Hunt, 8:45 p.m.
March 15: Gwen Stefani, 8:45 p.m.
March 16: Khalid, 8:45 p.m.
March 17: Chris Stapleton, 8:45 p.m.
March 18: Marshmello, 8:45 p.m.
March 19: Brad Paisley, 2:45 p.m.
March 20: George Strait with special guest Ashley McBryde, 7 p.m.
