Oct. 1-2: Enjoy fall festivities
Games, music and shopping will be abundant at St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church’s annual fall festival. The event will also feature bingo, a live auction, a silent auction and raffles. Noon-9 p.m. (Oct. 1), 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. (Oct. 2). Free. St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church, 7810 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. 281-370-3401. www.ignatiusloyola.org
Oct. 1: Support Klein scholarships
A fall craft fair will be held by the Klein Association for School Nutrition and will feature booths from local small businesses, raffles and food for purchase. A kids corner will also be set up where children can play games, get their faces painted and win prizes. Proceeds from the event’s concession stand and raffles will fund scholarships for Klein ISD students. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Klein Multipurpose Center Arena, 7500 FM 2920, Spring. 832-249-4610. https://kasn4klein.square.site
Oct. 1 and 7-8: Attend a tarot tea party
Learn to read tea leaves and receive a tarot reading at a Tarot Tea Party hosted by Houston Ghost Tours. Tickets include a selection of tea, scones, cream and jam for attendees to enjoy. Advanced registration is required, and the event is recommended for age 13 and older. 5-8 p.m. $40. The Tea Kettle Cafe, 123 Midway St., Spring. 281-770-1324. www.houstonghosttour.com
Oct. 1-31: Explore a haunted museum
The National Museum of Funeral History is hosting its annual haunted house, which will feature spooky rooms for visitors to traverse. Recommended for children age 7 and older, parents can take a look at the haunted house for free before letting their children walk through. Tickets are half price if purchased with a museum ticket. Noon-5 p.m. (Sun.), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sat.). $3 (ages 7-11), $5 (age 12 and older). National Museum of Funeral History, 415 Barren Springs Drive, Houston. 281-876-3063. www.nmfh.org
Oct. 15: Play festival games
Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Community will be hosting its annual fall festival featuring games and activities, craft booths, a raffle, a silent auction, refreshments and a bake sale. Raffle tickets are $10, and proceeds benefit the church’s parish. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Community, 18511 Klein Church Road, Spring. 281-376-6831. www.cgsccdogh.org
Oct. 28-29: Shop for autumn crafts
St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church will be holding its 51st annual Street of Shoppes craft fair, where attendees can shop from local vendors; take photos; and enjoy food, music and yard games. Children’s fall-themed activities will also be available as well as a prayer booth for those interested in participating. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church, 14301 Stuebner Airline Road, Houston. 281-440-1600. www.saintdunstans.org
Oct. 29: Compete in a costume contest
St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church will be hosting a trunk-or-treat event for elementary school-age children or younger and their families. Children age 10 and younger can also compete in a costume contest. 2-4:30 p.m. Free. St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church, 7810 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. 281-370-3401. www.ignatiusloyola.org
Oct. 29: Go trick-or-treating
Bring the family to Old Town Spring for a bonus day of trick-or-treating before Halloween. Participating shops will be giving out candy to children who stop by in festive costumes. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Old Town Spring, 315 Gentry St., Spring. 832-674-3284. www.facebook.com/oldtownspringshopevents
Oct. 29: Pick out pumpkins
Pumpkins, pets and autumn-themed photo opportunities will be key features at Plymouth United Church’s Fall Fest. Attendees can also shop for unique items from local vendors. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Plymouth United Church, 5927 Louetta Road, Spring. 281-251-8147. www.plymouthunited.org
Oct. 30: Test spooky knowledge
Crave Hot Dogs & Barbecue will be hosting a Halloween trivia night open to customers of all ages with questions covering Halloween topics, including movies and music. The purchase of an entree is required for trivia participation. 5-8 p.m. Crave Hot Dogs & Barbecue, 6633 Spring Stuebner Road, Ste. 330, Spring. 832-698-4932. www.iwantcrave.com
GHOST TOURS
Guiding Spirit Ghost Tours
211 Midway St., Spring
832-579-6282 • www.guidingspiritghosttours.com
Hours: 6-11:30 p.m.
Houston Ghost Tour
311 Main St., Spring
281-770-1324 • www.houstonghosttour.com
Hours: 7-10 p.m.
Old Town Spring Ghost Walk
Trilogy Brew, 417 Gentry St., Spring
281-410-1300 • www.oldtownspringghostwalk.com
Hours: 7:30-9 p.m.
Spirits of Spring
202 Noble St., Spring
832-795-3191 • www.spiritsofspring.com
Hours vary