Oct. 2-31: Put an outer space twist on Halloween

Space Center Houston is hosting Galaxy Frights with costume parades, candy stations for trick-or-treating, pop-up science labs, displays of robot prototypes from NASA and presentations in the Space Center Theatre. The events take place on Saturdays and Sundays in October. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $29.95 (per adult). Space Center Houston, 1601 E. NASA Parkway, Houston. 281-244-2100. www.spacecenter.org

Oct. 9: Do yoga alongside pygmy goats

The Pearland location of Goat Yoga Houston hosts a “kidding session,” during which pygmy goats will join this outdoor yoga class to roam and hop around or on the participants. 10-11:15 a.m. $35-$40. Goat Yoga Houston, 7730 Bailey Road, Pearland. 713-578-0068. www.goatyogahouston.com

Oct. 9-10: Shop Pearland arts and crafts


The two-day art show presented by the Pearland Convention and Visitors Bureau will showcase many local artists’ work in various mediums. Visitors can enjoy live music, food trucks and an interactive station for children while they shop. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free (admission). Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway St., Pearland. 281-997-5970. www.visitpearland.com/2021artshow

Oct. 14: Rock out at pop punk nite

Live performers Van Full of Nuns and As The City Sleeps will cover pop punk hits from artists such as Panic At the Disco, Green Day and My Chemical Romance. The bands are performing as part of Scout Bar’s Pop Punk Nite. 8 p.m. (doors open), 9 p.m. (show starts). $12 (in advance), $15 (at the door). Scout Bar, 18307 Egret Bay Blvd., Houston. 281-335-0002. www.scoutbar.com

Oct. 15-31: Hear the ‘Legend of Sleepy Hollow’


The newest show at the Pearl Theater, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” tells the tale of a schoolteacher in love who faces the protest of the townsfolk and the fate of the Headless Horseman’s decision. Times vary. Cost TBD. Pearl Theater, 14803 Park Almeda Drive, Houston. 713-340-2540. www.pearl-theater.com

Oct. 31: Hit the trick or treat trail

Hosted by the city of Pearland, the 15th annual Halloween event allows local businesses, organizations and vendors to line a trail for trick-or-treaters of any age to get candy and other treats. The Trick or Treat Trail event will also include music and dancing, a costume contest and food trucks. 6-8 p.m. Free. Independence Park, 3449 Pearland Parkway, Pearland. 281-412-8900. www.pearlandparks.com