Nov. 11-12: A Victorian Christmas Market
Food, crafts, merchandise and entertainment abound at Dickens on Cypress Creek: A Victorian Christmas Market. The annual event is hosted by the Cypress Creek Christian Church and the Cypress Creek Community Chorale Ministry. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Cypress Creek Christian Church, 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. 281-376-7113. www.cypresscreekchorale.cc
Nov. 11-12: Fall Community Campout
Bring tents and sleeping bags for the Katy Parks & Recreation Department’s Fall Community Campout, featuring a movie, activities, s’mores and meals. Registration is required. 4 p.m.-9 a.m. Free. VFW Park, 6202 George Bush Drive, Katy. 281-391-4840. www.cityofkaty.com
Nov. 11-13: Chantal warehouse sale
Kitchen supply store Chantal is opening its doors to the public for a warehouse sale featuring discounted kitchen necessities as well as a gently used cookbook sale. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), noon-5 p.m. (Sun.). Free (admission). Chantal Warehouse, 5425 N. Sam Houston Parkway W., Houston. 281-587-7880. www.chantal.com/pages/warehouse-sale
Nov. 11-13: “The Drowsy Chaperone” performance
Stageworks Theatre is putting on an academy teen production of “The Drowsy Chaperone.” The jazz-age musical follows a man listening to his favorite musical production with a cast of interesting characters. 7 p.m. (Nov. 11-12), 2 p.m. (Nov. 13). $15-$25. Stageworks Theatre, 10760 Grant Road, Houston. 281-587-6100. www.stageworkshouston.org
Nov. 11-19: “Hamlet” performance
Lone Star College-CyFair is putting on a production of Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” as part of the drama department’s 2022-23 season of Shakespeare, which tells the tale of the Prince of Denmark. 7:30 p.m. (Thu.-Fri.), 3 p.m. (Sat.). $10. Lone Star College-CyFair Center for the Arts, 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. 281-290-3580. www.lonestar.edu/drama-dept-cyfair
Nov.11-19: Scarecrow Festival and Pumpkin Patch
Oil Ranch will host its Scarecrow Festival and Pumpkin Patch, featuring 56 acres of pumpkins and 85 life-size scarecrows. Kids age 12 and younger will receive a free pumpkin with their ticket purchase, and each ticket purchase includes access to Oil Ranch’s activities, such as pony rides and mini-golf. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sat.), noon-5 p.m. (Sun.). $22.95 (age 3 and older). 23501 Macedonia Road, Hockley. 281-859-1616. www.oilranch.com
Nov. 11-19: "Reflections: The Art of Bernie Taupin"
Visit Off The Wall Gallery for "Reflections: The Art of Bernie Taupin." The exhibition features artwork by Bernie Taupin, a visual artist and world-renowned songwriter who co-wrote and collaborated for the past five decades with musical partner Elton John. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. (Mon.-Sat.), noon-6 p.m. (Sun.). Free. Off The Wall Gallery, 5015 Westheimer Road, Ste. 2208, Houston. 713-871-0940. www.offthewallgallery.com
Nov. 11-27: Texas Renaissance Festival
The Texas Renaissance Festival is returning for its 48th season with themed weekends of entertainers, more than 400 shops and theatrical performances. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ticket prices begin at $18; free (age 5 and younger). Children age 12 and younger receive free admission on Sundays. 21778 FM 1774, Todd Mission. 800-458-3435. www.texrenfest.com
Nov. 11-27: Lamp Light Ghost Tours
Lamp Light Ghost Tours will launch its group ghost tour in Montgomery on Sept. 30 through November. The historic walking tours will be approximately 90 minutes long, and begin with free appetizers and refreshments at Phil’s Roadhouse. Hayride tours will be available during October and November. Private tours are available. 7 p.m. $25. FM 149 at College Street, Montgomery. 936-672-0138. www.facebook.com/lamplightghosttours
Nov. 11: Veterans Day Celebration
The Veterans Day Celebration will include live music, speeches from veterans and a Historic War Bird flyover. noon-5 p.m. Free. Central Green Park, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy. 832-265-0506. www.centralgreenpark.com
Nov. 11: Veterans Day Tribute
The Woodlands Township will host its Veterans Day Tribute at Town Green Park with events, including the presentation of the colors, musical performances and a keynote speaker. A military care package drop-off booth will be set up at the event to accept donations for the troops. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3883. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
Nov. 12-13: Native American Championship Pow Wow
The DFW Inter-Tribal Association hosts the Native American Championship Pow Wow to share Native American culture through dance, song, food and craftsmanship. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free (admission), $5 (parking). Traders Village, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston. 281-890-5500. www.tradersvillage.com
Nov. 12-13: Big Top Christmas Gift Market
Shop the Big Top Christmas Gift Market for boutique clothing, accessories, home decor, furniture, food, art and holiday items sold by small businesses. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Katy ISD Agricultural Sciences Center, 5801 Katy Hockley Cut Off Road, Katy. 936-900-1900. www.bigtop.show
Nov. 12-13: Children’s Festival
Texas Children’s Hospital-The Woodlands hosts its Children’s Festival featuring multiple performers, character meet and greets, a toddler area, arts and crafts, and other hands-on activities. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sat.), noon-5 p.m. (Sun.) $10. Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. 281-364-3010. www.woodlandscenter.org
Nov. 12-13: We Are One Music & Arts Festival
Listen to electronic dance music, rap and hip-hop music at Houston’s We Are One Music & Arts Festival. Headliners include Alison Wonderland, DaBaby, Gucci Mane, Martin Garrix and Tiesto. In addition, the festival will include live mural activations. Food and drinks will also be available from food trucks and local vendors around the park. 2-11 p.m. (Nov. 12), 2-10 p.m. (Nov. 13). $183-plus. Eleanor Tinsley Park, 1800 Allen Parkway, Houston. 713-599-1271. www.waomusicfest.com
Nov. 12-Jan. 1: Galaxy Lights
Visitors can enjoy a festive-themed array of dazzling lights. 6-10 p.m. $15.95 (members), $19.95 (public). Space Center Houston. 1601 NASA Parkway, Houston. 281-283-4755. www.spacecenter.org/galaxy-lights
Nov. 12: Bellaire Arts and Crafts Festival
The city of Bellaire hosts the Bellaire Arts and Crafts Festival at Paseo Park. Enjoy a day of preholiday festivities with food vendors, kids activities and live music while getting a jump on holiday shopping with over 80 artisans. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Paseo Park, 5000 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire. 713-662-8280. www.bellairetx.gov
Nov. 12: Out of the Darkness walk
The Out of the Darkness walk produced with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention aims to raise funds and bring awareness to the topics of suicide and mental health. This year the community walk will begin at Town Green Park. Registration is free, but participants are asked to set a $150 fundraising goal. 10 a.m. Free. Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. www.afsp.org
Nov. 12: Craft BBQ and Beer Festival
Feges BBQ will debut its first Houston Craft BBQ and Beer Festival. The festival will include tastings from a few of Texas Monthly’s top 50 barbecue joints as well as local craft breweries. The event will also feature live music. All costs are included in the ticket price. 2-5 p.m. $125. The Historic Hill House and Farm, 3603 FM 1725, Willis. 832-409-6118. www.fegesbbq.com
Nov. 12: Bug house making
Cafe ZunZun invites community members to make bug houses for garden bugs as well as wildflower seed bombs that can be scattered. Participants will also have the opportunity to donate to Reach Unlimited. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Free. Cafe ZunZun, 12716 Telge Road, Cypress. 281-914-4906. www.cafezunzun.com
Nov. 12: Journey tribute concert
Step back in time to experience the story of Journey’s rise to international fame with Classic Journey Live at Miller Outdoor Theatre. 7-9 p.m. Free. Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston. 281-373-3386. www.milleroutdoortheatre.com
Nov. 12: Land Lover Gala
The Spring-based Bayou Land Conservancy hosts its annual Land Lover Gala to celebrate “The Art of Conservation.” The event will honor a conservation champion, a trailblazer and others who support the nonprofit organization, and funds raised will support conservation efforts. 6 p.m. $200. Glade Cultural Center, 2000 Woodlands Parkway, The Woodlands. 281-576-1634. www.bayoulandconservancy.org
Nov. 12: Fall festival
Texas Grand Chapel will host its fall festival. The festival will include games for children, food trucks, and shopping and craft vendors as well as a photo booth and a silent auction. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (admission). Texas Grand Chapel, 13850 FM 1314, Conroe. 936-231-4340. www.texasgrandchapel.org
Nov. 12: Celebration of the Century
Shriners Hospitals for Children will celebrate 100 years with its Celebration of the Century event. Guests will enjoy dinner and entertainment from country music star Dierks Bentley. The evening will raise funds to support the hospital. 5 p.m. $500-plus. Minute Maid Park, 501 Crawford St., Houston. 813-518-7794. www.shrinerschildrens.org
Nov. 13: Bayou City Half Marathon Series
The Cypress Half Marathon and 5K, part of the Bayou City Half Marathon Series, will feature a half marathon, a 5K, a 1K for children and virtual running options. 6:15-10:30 a.m. $24.99-$99.99. 13550 Woods-Spillane Blvd., Cypress. www.runsignup.com/race/events/tx/cypress/cypresshalfmarathon
