There are several family-friendly activities to take advantage of in the area this weekend. Here are a few to add to the calendar.

1. Celebrate the end of summer with color
Sept. 1
Woodforest Development by Johnson Development Corp. is hosting an End of Summer Color Festival with paint-filled water balloons, colored powder, games, a DJ, giveaways and painting activities. This event was postponed from Aug. 11 due to inclement weather. Free. Jackson Park, 2675 Woodforest Parkway N., Montgomery. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Learn more here.

2. Walk dogs
Sept. 3
Montgomery County Animal Shelter is hosting a Labor Day Dog Walking event from 9-11 a.m. Free. Montgomery County Animal Shelter, 8535 Hwy. 242, Conroe. 936-442-7738. Learn more here.

3. Bowl with singles
Sept. 3
Time to Spare Entertainment bowling alley is hosting its Labor Day Singles Sweeper event. Anyone can sign up to play at non for a bowling time of 1 p.m., and the first place prize of $500. The entry fee is $50. 1-5 p.m. Time to Spare Entertainment, 13027 Hwy. 105 E., Conroe. 936-445-2695. timetosparebowling.com

4. Eat free hot dogs
Sept. 3
The Conroe American Legion is hosting its annual hot dog giveaway. Plans include crafts for kids, live music and a silent auction. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Conroe American Legion meeting hall, 1111 League Line Road, Outlets of Conroe, Ste. 144. 936-207-2401. americanlegionconroe.org