Weekend events include CreekFest on Cypresswood Drive in Spring.[/caption]Autumn is officially here, and so are the fall festivals. CreekFest marks its sixth year in the Cypress Creek Cultural District this weekend, with a fun run, food and a variety of vendors. Also scheduled this weekend are an art and wine festival, a craft festival, and several unique music performances.
Oct. 1
CreekFest
The Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce hosts its sixth annual event and a Color the Creek 5K fun run in partnership with several other community organizations. The festival includes a food truck roundup, fine art walk, craft merchant vendors, live entertainment, a library scavenger hunt and dog costume contest. Children take part in art and activity tents, a book walk, a bounce house and learn from professional chalk artists. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 6824 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. 281-440-4160. www.creekfesthouston.com
Oct. 1
Marimba Madness
Using drums and marimbas from Africa and Latin America, musician Andrew Keller and the Rice African Music Ensemble explain the history behind these instruments as well as teach traditional songs and stories, play interactive games and give audience members an opportunity to play the instruments. 10 a.m. Free. The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. 281-440-4850. www.cypresscreekface.org
Oct. 1
The Texas Tenors
The trio of Marcus Collins, John Hagen and J.C. Fisher, featured on NBC’s American’s Got Talent and The Today Show, sing a selection of country, classical, Broadway and pop songs. 8 p.m. $45-$75. The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. 281-440-4850. www.cypresscreekface.org
Oct. 1-2
Autumn Art and Texas Wine Festival
The Old Town Spring festival features original art by Texas artists and wines from around the state. Wine tasting admission includes a commemorative glass and seven tastings. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sat.), 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sun.). $20 (advance online purchase), $30 (day of event). 427 Gentry Street, Spring.
www.mainstreetfestivals.com
Oct. 1-2
Fall festival
St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church holds its annual fall festival and craft fair, featuring games, crafts, international food, bingo, used book sales and both silent and live auctions. New to the event this year is Attic Treasures, selling used household and children’s items. Clothing, electronics and furniture are not accepted for the used item sale. Noon-9 p.m. (Sat.), Noon-6 p.m. (Sun.). Free. 7810 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, 281-370-3401. www.ignatiusloyola.org
