Compete in a virtual race Feb. 13-28Lake Houston Family YMCA is hosting a virtual Bridgefest race, where participants can compete for several weeks and record their own times, which can be uploaded anytime between Feb. 13-28. This year’s charity recipient is Humble ISD’s physical education department. $30. 281-360-2500. www.ymcahouston.org
Buy a hot rod Feb. 27
Showplace Classics hosts a classic car and motorcycle show with food trucks and music. There is a $25 fee for those who wish to showcase their vehicles. 9 a.m. Free. Showplace Classics, 111 Northpines Drive, Kingwood. 832-373-9202. www.facebook.com/showplaceclassics
Participate in a 5k, 10k March 1-31
Partnership Lake Houston hosts a monthlong race event for children and adults. The race features a 10K, 5K and one-mile run for children. Participants may run alone or as groups and will post their times online. $35. 281-446-2128. www.runsignup.com/race/tx/lakehouston/lakehouston5K10K
Attend a drag show March 2-3
Former contestants from “RuPaul’s Drag Race” perform at a Drag N’ Drive event at the Deerbook Mall. The socially distanced event allows attendees to watch the show from their vehicles. 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Ticket prices vary. Deerbrook Mall, 20131 Hwy. 59, Humble. 888-885-8677. www.vossevents.com
Go canoeing March 13 Harris County Precinct 4 invites people age 16 and older to canoe along the lower portion of Spring Creek at the Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center. Participants must bring their own flotation devices and wear face masks. Two people may ride in a canoe at one time, and an adult must be in each canoe at all times. 9 a.m.-noon. Free. Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center, 20634 Kenswick Drive, Humble. 713-755-6444. www.hcp4.net/tapevents
Shop for guns March 13-14
The Humble Civic Center hosts the Humble Gun Show, organized by Premier Gun Shows. Attendees can shop at 250 tables selling guns, ammunition, knives and shooting supplies. Face masks or coverings are required at all shows. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (March 13), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (March 14). $9. Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble. 817-732-1194. www.premiergunshows.com
Become a better homeowner March 20-21The Lake Houston Home and Outdoor Living Show features events and speakers on landscaping, gardening and organizing. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (March 20), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (March 21). $5. Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble. 832-274-3944. www.lakehoustonhome.com
Listen to accordion music March 20
Renowned Mexican accordion player Ramón Ayala performs at the Humble Civic Center. The outdoor, socially distanced event features a bar and a dance floor. 2 p.m. $30. Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble. 713-588-9700. www.facebook.com/manleyproductions
