Nov. 18: Paint & Sip event
A Paint & Sip event includes instruction, art supplies, and a choice of a beer or a glass of wine. The classes are for attendees age 21 and older. 5 p.m. $40. The Woodlands Resort, 2301 N. Millbend Drive, The Woodlands. 800-433-2624. www.woodlandsresort.com
Nov. 18-19: Scarecrow Festival and Pumpkin Patch
Oil Ranch will host its Scarecrow Festival and Pumpkin Patch, featuring 56 acres of pumpkins and 85 life-size scarecrows. Kids age 12 and younger will receive a free pumpkin with their ticket purchase, and each ticket purchase includes access to Oil Ranch’s activities, such as pony rides and mini-golf. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sat.), noon-5 p.m. (Sun.). $22.95 (age 3 and older). 23501 Macedonia Road, Hockley. 281-859-1616. www.oilranch.com
Nov. 18-Jan. 1: Space Center Houston Galaxy Lights
Visitors can enjoy a festive-themed array of dazzling lights. 6-10 p.m. $15.95 (members), $19.95 (public). Space Center Houston, 1601 NASA Parkway, Houston. 281-283-4755. www.spacecenter.org/galaxy-lights
Nov. 18-Dec. 24: Santa at Market Street
Santa Claus will take photos with children at Market Street through the holiday season. Pet nights are held Nov. 29 and Dec. 6 from 3 p.m. to close. Days and times vary. $35-$40. Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands. www.shopatmarketstreet.com
Nov. 18-20: Annual Chantal warehouse sale
Kitchen supply store Chantal is opening its doors to the public for a warehouse sale featuring discounted kitchen necessities as well as a gently used cookbook sale. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), noon-5 p.m. (Sun.). Free (admission). Chantal Warehouse, 5425 N. Sam Houston Parkway W., Houston. 281-587-7880. www.chantal.com/pages/warehouse-sale
Nov. 18: The Woodlands Town Center ice Rink opening
The ice rink at The Woodlands Town Center will open for the season and be operational through Jan. 16. Times and costs vary. The Woodlands Ice Rink, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. 281-419-5630. www.thewoodlandsicerink.com
Nov. 19: Houston Running Co.’s Great Houston Pie Run 5K, 10K and Kid’s K
Celebrate Thanksgiving early with Houston Running Co.’s Great Houston Pie Run 5K, 10K and Kid’s K. Participants will receive a shirt, a finisher medal and pie. Awards will be given to the top five male and female masters as well as overall for the 5K and 10K. 7:30 a.m. $20-plus. Fish Plaza, 501 Texas Ave., Houston. 713-366-2565. www.houstonrunningco.com
Nov. 19-27: Texas Renaissance Festival
The Texas Renaissance Festival is returning for its 48th season with themed weekends of entertainers, more than 400 shops and theatrical performances. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ticket prices begin at $18; free (age 5 and younger). Children age 12 and younger receive free admission on Sundays. 21778 FM 1774, Todd Mission. 800-458-3435. www.texrenfest.com
Nov. 19: Lighting of the Doves Festival
The Woodlands Township hosts its traditional Lighting of the Doves Festival to signify the beginning of the holiday season. Other festival activities include face painting, balloon art and crafts. 3-8 p.m. Free. Town Green Park, 2009 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
Nov. 19: Cy-Fair nutcracker market
Over 230 vendors will be at the Cy-Fair Nutcracker Market selling women’s and children’s clothing, home decor, holiday and garden decor, gourmet food items, and handmade jewelry. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free (children under age 12), $5 (general admission). Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress.
Nov. 19: Screen on the Green
Watch “The Mitchells vs The Machines” under the stars at Discovery Green Park as part of its Screen on the Green series. Bring a blanket, camping chairs, snacks or a picnic. Food, beer and wine will be available for purchase. 7 p.m. Free. Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St., Houston. 713-400-7336. www.discoverygreen.com
Nov. 19-Dec. 20: 'The Nutcracker'
Boni’s Dance & Performing Arts Studio and The Woodlands Dance Company's performances of “The Nutcracker” will take place at the College Park High School auditorium. 2 p.m., 6 p.m. $28-$35. College Park High School auditorium, 3701 College Park Drive, The Woodlands. 281-292-6121. www.bonisdance.com
Nov. 19: AHA Heart Walk
Lone Star College-University Park is hosting the seventh annual Northwest Harris County Heart Walk supporting the American Heart Association. The event will also feature giveaways, treats, screenings and a kids zone. 8-11 a.m. Lone Star College-University Park, 20515 Hwy. 249, Houston. www.lonestar.edu/up-heartwalk
Nov. 19: The Cadillac Three concert
See The Cadillac Three in concert at Goode Co. Armadillo Palace, a combination of a restaurant and live music venue. The rock group is known for their unpredictable concerts. The show is limited to those age 21 and older. 9 p.m. $25-plus. Goode Co. Armadillo Palace, 5015 Kirby Drive, Houston. 713-526-9700. www.thearmadillopalace.com
Nov. 20: Blue Santa Shootout softball tournament
Participants can compete in an adult softball tournament that contributes to a toy drive. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $25 per team. Friendswood Sports Park, 2910 W. Parkwood Ave., Friendswood. 281-996-3228. www.ci.friendswood.tx.us/384/blue-santa-shootout-softball-tournament
