April 1-3, 7-11, 14-16: See a local theatrical production
The Fourth Wall Theatre Company presents "Gloria," a satirical play that follows a group of editorial assistants at a notorious Manhattan magazine. The play is written by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and directed by Alley Theatre artist James Black. 7:30 p.m. (evening performances), 3 p.m. (Sunday matinees). $17-$53. 4th Wall Theatre Company, 1824 Spring St., Studio 101, Houston. 832-767-4991. www.4thwalltheatreco.com
April 3: Bike through the city
The annual Tour de Houston will take place the first week of April. The bike route will pass by historic Houston sites, and proceeds will go to help the city’s reforestation efforts. There will be food and music after the event. 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $40-$50. Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby St., Houston. 832-393-0868. www.houstontx.gov/tourdehouston
April 6: Dance and drink the night away to brass music
The River Oaks Chamber Orchestra Brass Quintet will perform its annual concert at Saint Arnold Brewery, sponsored by the W.T. and Louis J. Morgan Foundation. Food, drinks and souvenir glasses will be available. 6 p.m. $15-$75. Saint Arnold Brewery, 2000 Lyons Ave., Houston. 713-665-2700. www.roco.org
April 9: Take part in a pup promenade
The Houston Heights Association invites the public to the inaugural Pup Promenade. Participants walk their dogs down Heights Boulevard to Marmion Park while completing challenges. A party at the park will feature dog-friendly community members, including Yale Street Dog House and New Magnolia Brewery. 8 a.m.-noon. $45. Marmion Park, 1800 Heights Blvd., Houston. 713-861-4002. www.houstonheights.org
April 9: Enjoy a parade of creative cars
Team Gillman will present the 35th annual Art Car Parade featuring more than 250 cars. The main event will be surrounded by multiple smaller events on different days, including an award show, pre-parties and children’s workshops. 2-4 p.m. Free. Downtown Houston, Bagby Street at Dallas Street. 713-926-6368. www.thehoustonartcarparade.com
April 9: Run for the Astrodome
The Astrodome Conservancy will host the second annual Race for the Dome event, which includes a 5K competitive run and a 1K leisure run around the Astrodome. The event also celebrates the 57th anniversary of the Astrodome while raising funds for its preservation and development. Participants receive a T-shirt, race bib and limited edition keepsake finisher medal. 7:30 a.m. $20-$35. Houston Astrodome, 3 NRG Parkway, Houston. www.astrodomeconservancy.org
April 10: Celebrate Earth Day at Discovery Green
Earth Day itself will not take place until April 22, but Green Mountain Energy comes to Discovery Green for a celebration on April 10 that will feature Aztec dancers, birds of prey demonstrations, a farmers market, live music and a labyrinth for public use devised by Houston artist Reginald C. Adams. Noon-5 p.m. Free (admission). Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St., Houston. www.greenmountainenergy.com
April 10: Take part in Easter activities at a local park
The Cigna Sunday in the Park series comes to Montie Beach Park in the Heights with an Easter egg hunt, photo booth, live dancing, free food, outdoor games and COVID-19 vaccinations from the Houston Health Department. Noon-4 p.m. Free. Montie Beach Park, 915 Northwood St., Houston. www.houstontx.gov/specialevents/sunday-in-the-park.html
April 13: Hunt for eggs at Regent Square
Regent Square will celebrate the spring season with egg hunts for both adults and children with prizes given out to winners. The event also includes an ice sculpting performance from Reverent Butter, inflatable lawn games, train rides and live music from Nick and Erich. Food trucks on site will include Mr. Sizzles, Go Boheme and Bovine & Barley. 6-8 p.m. Free. Regent Square, 3515 West Dallas St. Houston. 713-888-4037. www.regentsquare.com
April 22: Laugh along at a comedy performance
Tig Notaro will bring her standup show “Hello, Again” to Cullen Theater. The Grammy-nominated comedian is known for her appearances on “The Late Show,” “The Ellen Show” and her podcast “Don’t Ask Tig.” 7 p.m. $45-$55. Cullen Theater, 559-575 Prairie St., Houston. 713-227-4772. www.spahouston.org
April 23: Walk for a cause
Prosperity Bank presents Walk With Me, a noncompetitive 5K run taking place at the Houston Zoo. Proceeds from the event benefit Easter Seals Greater Houston, a charity that serves the disabled by providing therapy, education and training. 8 a.m. $50. Houston Zoo, 6200 Hermann Park Drive, Houston. 713-838-9050. www.eastersealshouston.org
