Check out what's happening in the Humble and Kingwood area this weekend, July 4-5. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change.

Kingwood 4th of July Festival

This 31st annual event will feature a parade, a hot dog eating contest, live music, and food and shopping from local vendors. The event will conclude with a fireworks display at dusk.

• July 4, 3-9 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Town Center Park, 8 N. Main St., Kingwood
• www.jg-events.com/31st-annual-4th-of-july

Liberty on the Lawn

Celebrate America’s independence at the annual Liberty on the Lawn festival, featuring live music, food vendors, kids’ entertainment and fireworks.

• July 4, 5-9 p.m.
• Free (RSVP here)
• Redemption Square, 250 Assay St., Houston
• www.redemptionsquare.com

Art With Michael

Learn how to draw characters from Studio Ghibli’s “My Neighbor Totoro.” This event is recommended for ages 6-11.

• July 5, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
• Free
• Octavia Fields Branch Library, 1503 S. Houston Ave., Humble
• www.hcpl.net/locations/of

Fireworks on the Pier

This annual event will feature family-friendly games, a balloon artist, face painting, bubble stations, live entertainment and a fireworks display.

• July 5, 7 p.m. (event begins), 10 p.m. (fireworks begin)
• Free
• Kings Harbor, 4501 Magnolia Cove Drive, Kingwood
• https://kings-harbor.com