With the holidays approaching, there are several ways to celebrate and give back to the community this fall with events ranging from charity golf tournaments to Christmas markets.

Tee Up For Education Golf Tournament

The Spring ISD Education Foundation is hosting its annual Tee Up for Education Golf Tournament to support Spring ISD students, teachers and district programs.
  • Oct. 23, 10 a.m.
  • $200 (individual player), $700 (team of four)
  • Northgate Country Club, 17110 Northgate Forest Drive, Houston
  • www.springisdfoundation.org
2023 Northwest Harris County Heart Walk

Lone Star College-University Park is hosting the American Heart Association Northwest Harris County Heart Walk for the eighth time with an estimated 1,000 walkers. The event will also include heart health information, which will be distributed through vendor booths, as well as giveaways and an interactive kid’s zone.
  • Oct. 28, 8 a.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • LSC Energy & Manufacturing Institute, 11521 Compaq Center W. Drive, Houston
  • www.lonestar.edu
Fallbrook Jesus Fun Fest

Fallbrook Church is hosting a family-friendly event dubbed the "Fallbrook Jesus Fun Fest," which will feature activities geared for children up to fifth grade as well as food, candy and games. Attendees are encouraged to wear friendly costumes.Water Lantern Festival


The Water Lantern Festival returns to City Place with food trucks, live music, and an opportunity to design and send off an LED candle-lit lantern into the City Place’s main pond. Those interested in participating in the event can purchase tickets online, otherwise the event is free to watch.Global Bites & Beats with Urban Harvest

City Place is hosting Global Bites & Beats with Urban Harvest, a culinary experience with dozens of food vendors with an international focus. The event will also include activities, a DJ and live music, and attendance is complimentary with the purchase of food and beverages.27th Founders Cup

The Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce is holding its 27th annual golf and croquet tournament to support Camp Hope, an organization that supports military combat veterans struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder.
  • Nov. 6, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • $150 (single golfer), $500 (team of four)
  • Northgate Country Club, 17110 Northgate Forest Drive, Houston
  • www.houstonnwchamber.org
Dickens on Cypress Creek 2023

The Cypress Creek Christian Church & Community Center is hosting a Victorian Christmas market with 85 vendor booths offering crafts, antiques and food. Entertainment will be provided by strolling carolers and a variety of local children's choirs.
  • Nov. 10-11, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • Cypress Creek Christian Church & Community Center, 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring
  • www.cypresscreekchorale.cc
When You Wish Upon A Star: A Jazz Tribute to 100 Years of Disney


The Cypress Creek Foundation for the Arts and Community Enrichment is celebrating 100 years of Disney through a jazz concert of Disney music featuring fan favorites from movies such as “Snow White,” “Lady and the Tramp,” “Mary Poppins” “Toy Story,” and “The Jungle Book.”