1. April 7-9: The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival
The annual Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival begins Friday and lasts through the weekend, featuring artwork from more than 200 artists specializing in various mediums. The event will also include cooking demonstrations, craft beer tents and live music. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. (Friday), 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sunday). $17 (gate price), Free (ages 12 and under). The Woodlands Waterway, Waterway Ave., The Woodlands. www.thewoodlandsartscouncil.org
2. April 8: Beer & BBQ Festival
Hubbell and Hudson Kitchen will host a Beer & BBQ Festival that will feature 30-plus craft beers, live music by Ramon Torres and more. Executive Chef Austin Simmons' limited-time only signature slow smoked barbecue will also available for purchase. The menu for the festival includes pork spare ribs, Akaushi Wagyu & Angus brisket, all natural turkey breasts, Akaushi Wagyu & pork sausage, plus house-made sides. Tickets are available for purchase the day of the event. The admission fee includes beer samples and a Hubbell & Hudson pint glass. 1-4 p.m. $25 (admission fee). Hubbell & Hudson Kitchen, 4526 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands. www.facebook.com/events/174351993079798/
3. April 8: Night of Hope
Night of Hope is a fundraising gala hosted by Love Foster Hope, a nonprofit organization supporting children in foster care who have likely been abused, abandoned and neglected. The gala will offer dinner, dancing, a special program, auctions, games, and raise awareness for foster kids. 6 p.m.-midnight. $100 (individual dinner ticket). The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center, 2301 N. Millbend Drive
The Woodlands. www.lovefostershope.org
4. April 9: SUP Yoga Class
A yoga class will be held at the Riva Row Boat House this Sunday, with participants floating on paddleboards on Lake Woodlands. The two-hour class starts with participants getting familiar with their paddleboards and then being led through an hour class of Vinyasa flow yoga. noon-3 p.m. $40 per person. Riva Row Boat House, 2101 Riva Row, The Woodlands. www.facebook.com/events/272074593238194/
