Oct. 21-23: 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame'
Class Act Productions will perform “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney movie. 7:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 2:30 p.m. (Sat.-Sun.). $20. Class Act Theater, 25275 Budde Road, Ste. 25, The Woodlands. 281-941-8500. www.classactproductions.org
Oct. 21: Full Moon Festival
Join the city of West University Place for its Full Moon Festival, with Movies in the Park to follow. Pumpkin decorating, face painting and costume contests for different age groups will be offered. 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Colonial Park Pavilion, 4130 Byron St., West University Place. 713-662-7420. www.hcpl.net
Oct. 21-29: The Haunting of Bear Branch Park
The Haunting of Bear Branch Park returns on Fridays and Saturdays through October for families to enjoy. This year’s event features mazes, twists and tunnels along with a panic room. Fast passes became available Sept. 12. 8 p.m. $9-$20. Bear Branch Park, 5200 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3950. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
Oct. 21-31: National Museum of Funeral History haunted house
The National Museum of Funeral History is hosting its annual haunted house, which will feature spooky rooms for visitors to traverse. Recommended for children age 7 and older, parents can take a look at the haunted house for free before letting their children walk through. Tickets are half price if purchased with a museum ticket. Noon-5 p.m. (Sun.), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sat.). $3 (ages 7-11), $5 (age 12 and older). National Museum of Funeral History, 415 Barren Springs Drive, Houston. 281-876-3063. www.nmfh.org
Oct. 21-Nov. 4: 'The Evolution of Beauty' exhibit
Cypress resident and artist Cassandra Bohne-Linnard creates art through painting and commemorating the lives of rare butterflies. Bohne’s exhibition “The Evolution of Beauty” will feature butterfly wall clocks and paintings. 6-9 p.m. Free. 1305 Sterrett St., Houston. 713-498-3015. www.bisonggallery.com
Oct. 21-Nov. 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
Oct. 21: Halloween at the YMCA
The Woodlands YMCA will hold its Halloween celebration featuring trick-or-treating, carnival games, concessions and T-shirts. The community event is open for all ages. 6-8 p.m. Free (with a nonperishable food pantry donation). The Woodlands Family YMCA at Branch Crossing, 8100 Ashlane Way, The Woodlands. 281-367-9622. www.ymcahouston.org
Oct. 22: Bellaire Foodie Fest
Attend the second annual Bellaire Foodie Fest hosted by the Bellaire Business Association. Attendees can sample a variety of food and beverages, brush up on their chef skills with a lineup of cooking demonstrations and listen to live music. 5-8 p.m. $50-plus. The Great Lawn at Bellaire Town Square, 7008 S. Rice Ave., Bellaire. 832-698-9340. www.bellairefoodiefest.com
Oct. 22: The Woodlands Pride Festival
The Woodlands Pride Festival will return to Town Green Park. The festival will include food trucks, vendors and exhibits as well as entertainment. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free (admission). Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. www.thewoodlandstxpride.org
Oct. 22: Cane Island's Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat
Cane Island will hold its annual Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat, featuring Halloween candy, children's activities, and local vendors. A giant corn maze, petting zoo, pumpkin painting, caramel apple-making station, and caramel apple-eating station will also be available to families. Children are welcome to come dressed in their Halloween costumes or as they are. 2-6 p.m. Free (admission). Cane Quarter, 2100 Cane Island Parkway, Katy. caneisland.com
Oct. 22: Cy-Fest
Lone Star College-CyFair is putting on its annual fall festival. Cy-Fest will feature a pumpkin patch, arts and crafts, a book mobile, bounce houses and food trucks. Attendees can also learn about certificate and degree programs. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (admission). Lone Star College-CyFair, 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. www.lonestar.edu/cy-fest
Oct. 22-23: Houston 2022 Home Tour
Join the American Institute of Architects for its Houston 2022 Home Tour. The self-guided, two-day tour features AIA-designed houses in the Greater Houston area completed within the last five years. Houses on the tour can be found throughout Houston, including on Redstart Street, Rose Street, Gairloch Lane, East 7 1/2 Street, East 6 1/2 Street, Ruth Street and Glourie Drive. The tour also includes a home on Pine Street in Bellaire. Noon-6 p.m. $10 (single house), $25 (full-tour advance). 713-520-0155. www.aiahouston.org
Oct. 22: 2022 Fall Funfest
The city of Conroe will host its 2022 Fall Funfest. Attendees can enjoy face painting, booths, inflatables, pony rides and concessions. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (admission). Carl Barton Jr. Park, 2500 Loop 336, Conroe. www.cityofconroe.org
Oct. 22: Heroes Car Show
Project Zero will be hosting a Heroes Car Show at VFW Post 2427 with food vendors, and raffle and auction items. 3-7 p.m. $25. 14408 Alice Road, Tomball. www.facebook.com/projectzeroalliance
Oct. 22: 29th Annual Gingerbread Village Holiday Market
The 29th Annual Gingerbread Village Holiday Market will be hosted this year by the SEAS Ladies Auxiliary. There will be over 100 vendors for shoppers to shop from during this unique shopping experience. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free (admission). St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 6646 Addick Satsuma, Houston
Oct. 22: Way Family Dojo fall festival
At the Way Family Dojo, attendees will be able to trunk or treat, browse vendors, play games and win door prizes. There will also be music, martial arts lessons and goodie bags for the first 100 children. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 32818 Tamina Road, Magnolia. 346-345-7100.
Oct. 22: Wildwood Methodist Church’s artisan market
At Wildwood Methodist Church’s artisan market, there will be food and retail vendors, a pumpkin patch, costume contests and games. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free (admission). 8911 FM 1488, Magnolia. 832-934-0100. www.wildwood-umc.org
Oct. 22: Oktoberfest
B52 Brewing Co. will host Oktoberfest. The festival will include food trucks, painting, ax throwing, barrel rolling, stein hoisting, cornhole, a costume contest and live music. Participants must be age 21 or older to participate in all games. Noon-9 p.m. Free (entry). 936-447-4677. www.b52brewing.com
Oct. 22: Oktoberfest Autoshow
Living Savior Lutheran Church is hosting an Oktoberfest Autoshow. Guests can enjoy food, browsing vehicles on display and family activities. The Montgomery High School Madrigals will also be performing. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (entry and vehicle registration until Oct. 19), $10 (vehicle registration after Oct. 19). 309 Pond St., Montgomery. 936-597-8013. www.livingsaviortexas.org
Oct. 22: Tomball Bluegrass and Fall Festival
At the Tomball Bluegrass and Fall Festival, attendees will be able to listen to live music, play carnival games, and enjoy a pumpkin patch and other fall-themed activities. Food and craft vendors will be at the event, and there will be a kids zone. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free (admission). 201 S. Elm St., Tomball. 281-290-1035. www.tomballtx.gov
Oct. 23: Towne Lake Diwali
The Towne Lake Diwali Event will feature a cultural program, music and food. 5-10:30 p.m. $25 (adults), $20 (kids), free (kids under age 4). Anthony Middle School, 10215 Greenhouse Road, Cypress. townelakediwali.eventsmart.com