Chess Fest
Casual and avid chess players are encouraged to come to this annual event that boasts walk-in activities, chess tables, chess-themed activities, grand master challenges and a blitz tournament in Sugar Land Town Square.
- April 13, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 15958 City Walk, Sugar Land
- www.sugarlandtownsquare.com
This Latin music festival provides a family-friendly atmosphere to celebrate Latin heritage with live music performances at Crown Festival Park.
- April 13-14, 1-10 p.m.
- $12-$250, kids free (admission)
- 18355 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land
- www.theofficialhoustonlatinfest.com
The Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land hosts this Earth Day event to explore eco-friendly initiatives and sustainable practices. The event features interactive education and play to discover the importance of biodiversity.
- April 20, 10 a.m.
- $5 (members), $15 (nonmember child), $18 (nonmember adult)
- 13016 University Blvd., Sugar Land
- https://my.hmns.org
Sarah Jakes Roberts is a speaker and author who spreads messages about faith, resilience and personal transformation. The daughter of West Virginian preacher T.D. Jakes will stop at the Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land for The Power Moves Tour.
- April 25, 7 p.m.
- $72-$240
- 18111 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land
- www.smartfinancialcentre.net
Visit Summer Moon coffeehouse in early May to meet up and talk shop with BMW owners and sip coffee that was fired over Texas oak. This event is hosted by the BMW Car Club of America’s Houston chapter.
- April 27, 8-10 a.m.
- Free (admission)
- 9402 Hwy. 6 S., Missouri City
- www.houston-bmwcca.com
This two-day festival showcases over 100 visual artist from around the state, the country and the world, according to its website. It features contemporary art, painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, glass, art, woodworking and jewelry. There will also be food, wine and music.
- April 27-28, 4 p.m.
- $10 (one-day ticket), $18 (two-day ticket)
- Smart Financial Centre Plaza, 18111 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land
- www.sugarlandartsfest.com
The George Ranch historical park brings in its 200th anniversary this year and will celebrate with a two-day rodeo event with food trucks, games and activities. Proceeds from the event will fund youth education and support local teachers and schools.
- May 3-4, 4:30-9 p.m.
- $11-$16 (admission)
- 10215 FM 762, Richmond
- www.georgeranch.org