Looking for something to do in the Houston area this weekend? Check out this weekend guide.
Feb. 18-19: 2022 Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show and Carnival
The Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show offers students a selection of agricultural pathways through which they can showcase their talents and abilities. The competition includes steers, goats, lambs, hogs, broilers and rabbits. A carnival will be held in conjunction with the rodeo Feb. 18-19 with tickets available for $25 per person. The carnival will be open Feb. 18 from 5 p.m.-midnight and Feb. 19 from noon-midnight. 7 a.m.-midnight. $10. Katy ISD Agricultural Sciences Center, 5801 Katy Hockley Cut Off Road, Katy. katyisd.org/dept/cte/Pages/Katy-ISD-FFA-Livestock-Show-.aspx
Feb. 18: Boots and Broadway Fundraiser
Don't miss the Boots and Broadway fundraiser for Kingwood High School's theater department. Kingwood High School's Theatre Arts Booster Club is organizing the event to raise funds for providing meals to cast and crew during productions, grants for graduating seniors, and funding for the department and the annual Theatre Banquet in May. $50. Megaton Brewery, 808 Russell Palmer Road, Kingwood. www.kingwoodtheatre.com
Feb. 18: Texas TreeVentures adventure course
Nighttime climbers can take part in the Texas TreeVentures adventure course, which is illuminated by lights at night. 7-10 p.m. $60. Texas TreeVentures, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 218-210-2048. www.texastreeventures.com
Feb. 19: Youth Fishing Derby
The Harris County Precinct 4 is hosting its annual Youth Fishing Derby, where you can cast a line into a fish-infested pond. There will be prizes for catching the biggest fish, the smallest fish and the most fish. Children younger than 17 do not need a fishing license, and limited bait and equipment will be available. An adult must accompany participants ages 6-16, and advanced registration is required. 9 a.m.-noon. Free. Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve, 20215 Chasewood Park Drive, Houston. 713-274-4299. www.hcp4.net
Feb. 19-20: Lake Houston Home & Outdoor Living Show
Get ideas and tips for landscaping, patio furniture, hot tubs, windows, mosquito prevention, concrete resurfacing, concrete leveling, and closet and kitchen organization at the second annual Lake Houston Home & Outdoor Living Show. There will be more than 150 vendors offering decor items and advice. The event will also feature food trucks. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Feb. 19), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Feb. 20). $7 (per person over age 12). Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble. 832-274-3944. www.texwoodshows.com
Feb. 19: Society of Justice & Equality for the People of Sugar Land 4th Anniversary Celebration of the Discovery of the SL95
A day of remembrance will be held by the Society of Justice & Equality for the People of Sugar Land in honor of the fourth anniversary of the discovery of the Sugar Land 95. It is believed that the Sugar Land 95 were individuals who died at Texas' Bullhead Convict Labor Camp during Texas' convict labor leasing program after the end of the Civil War, which was seen as an extension of slavery. 11 a.m. Free. Fluor Corp., 1 Fluor Daniel Drive, Sugar Land. www.sojesjustice.org/news--events.html
Feb. 19: Muddy Trails 5K
Rob Fleming Park will host the Muddy Trails 5K. Taking place in the George Mitchell Nature Preserve, the race is an official 5K produced by The Woodlands Township. An after-party featuring live zydeco music and a crawfish cook-off concludes the event. 3 p.m. $35. Rob Fleming Park, 6055 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
Feb. 20: Beer & Beefsteak 2022
The proceeds from Beer & Beefsteak 2022, an old-fashioned beefsteak fundraiser, support the work of Urban Harvest, which supports local community gardening and farming. Guests can enjoy beef and jus from Chef Graham Laborde, while Saint Arnold Brewing Co. will supply the beer. 4-6 p.m. $150. Saint Arnold Brewing Co., 2000 Lyons Ave., Houston. www.urbanharvest.org
Feb. 20: Third annual South Houston Food Fest
There will be live music, food, and drinks at the third annual South Houston Food Fest. There will be a kid zone for kids, and dogs are welcome.. Noon-7 p.m. $10 (per person). 10709 Gulf Freeway, Houston. 832-947-8603. http://eventbrite.com/e/south-houston-food-fest-tickets-164920829641
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