Looking for something to do in the Heights, River Oaks and Montrose area? Check out this month's list!
Sept. 24: Enjoy DJs, running and parties
The Night Nation Fun Run mixes music and running in the city’s first-ever running music festival. Participants can run both in and out of Minute Maid Park on a course featuring party zones followed by an after party with DJs, light shows and bubble zones. Registration comes with gear, glow sticks, access to concerts and free giveaways. 5 p.m. (festival begins), 7:30 p.m. (race begins). $34.99+. Minute Maid Park, 501 Crawford St., Houston. www.nightnationrun.com/houston
Sept. 24: Watch local artists make projects
The eighth annual iteration of Artcetera, an interactive live art show, allows guests to watch Houston-based artists work on projects while enjoying food, cocktails and raffles. A portion of auction proceeds will go to The Pablove Foundation, a nonprofit that teaches photography to children with cancer. The auction, which also runs online, features works from more than 20 local artists, including local art scene mainstays and rising stars. 7-10 p.m. $100 (advance), $125 (at the door). Winter Street Studios, 2101 Winter St., Houston. www.artceterahouston.com
Sept. 24: Support local orchestra’s new season
In its first concert of the 2022-23 season, the River Oaks Chamber Orchestra, led by Mei-Ann Chen, plays music honoring Houston’s cultural diversity, including works by Juan Pablo Contreras and Beethoven as well as a Vietnamese folk ballad. 5 p.m. $35 (suggested donation). The Church of St. John the Divine, 2450 River Oaks Blvd., Houston. 713-665-2700. www.roco.org
Oct. 2: Try dishes from Houston’s top chefs
Chefs For Farmers, a Texas-based food and wine festival, will be held in Houston for the first time, bringing an all-star lineup of local chefs to serve locally sourced dishes. Over 20 chefs are participating in the event, and brewers will also serve alcoholic beverages. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Houston Food Bank. 2-5 p.m. $115. Autry Park, 3737 Cogdell St., Houston. www.chefsforfarmers.com
