The Woodlands Pride Festival
The Woodlands Pride is holding its fifth annual Pride Festival with over 100 exhibitors, food trucks, entertainers and sponsor swag.
- Oct. 21, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandspride.org
The Woodlands Township is hosting a fall movie night featuring a family-friendly Halloween feature, photo booths and a costume contest.
- Oct. 21, 7-9 p.m.
- $8 (admission)
- The Amphitheatre at Rob Fleming Campus, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
This trick-or-treating event hosted by The Woodlands Township is for all ages and includes kayaking along the lower waterway while children collect treats from costumed characters. Costumes are encouraged, and preregistration is required.
- Oct. 21, 9-10 a.m.; Oct. 25, 4:30-5:30 p.m. and 6-7 p.m.; Oct. 28, 9-10 a.m.
- $45 (per tandem kayak)
- Riva Row Boat House, 2101 Riva Row, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
The Woodlands Garden Club is hosting its annual fall plants and crafts sale. Plants sold are grown by The Woodlands Garden Club, and members will be in attendance to answer questions. Plants start at $2. The event also features garden-inspired arts and crafts made by club members for holiday decor. Purchases can only be made through cash or checks, and proceeds will go to the club’s education programs.
- Oct. 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- The Woodlands Farmers Market, 7 Switchbud Place, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandsgardenclub.org
Class Act Productions is presenting “Anastasia,” a play based on the 1997 American animated musical fantasy drama following a young woman who sets out to discover the mystery of her past.
- Oct. 26-Nov. 5, 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., time varies by date
- $27
- Class Act Theater, 25275 Budde Road, Ste. 27, The Woodlands
- www.classactproductions.org
Market Street is hosting a fall festival with activities for children, face painting, treats and a pumpkin photo opportunity. The photo background will be available for guests to enjoy from Oct. 20-30 in Central Park.
- Oct. 28, noon-2 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands
- www.shopatmarketstreet.com
The Woodlands Township is hosting its annual Trick or Treat Trail featuring Monster Mash with strolling entertainment, carnival games, costume contests, photo areas and food trucks. Children will also have the opportunity to trick-or-treat from booth to booth with goodies from local vendors.
- Oct. 29, 2-6 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
In response to cardiovascular disease being the leading cause of death in Montgomery County, the American Heart Association is hosting the Montgomery County Heart 5K Walk to help promote heart health. Donations are encouraged to help patient outcomes by ensuring efficient standard heart care in hospitals and by funding research.
- Nov. 4, 8 a.m.
- Free (registration)
- North Shore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands
- www.heart.org
The Woodlands Diversion is celebrating its launch with “Boheme,” featuring music, dance and projection art.
- Nov. 4, 7 p.m.
- $25-$50
- Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Event Center,2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandsdiversion.org
The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department is hosting its second annual Pumpkin Smash for community members to dispose of their pumpkins. Attendees should bring their pumpkins, safety goggles and gloves and wear closed-toe shoes. During this event, participants will be able to smash their pumpkins with a baseball bat and repurpose the pumpkin remains as nutrient-rich compost instead of being buried in the landfill.
- Nov. 4, 3-6 p.m.
- Free
- Sterling Ridge Park & Ride, 8001 McBeth Way, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
The Woodlands Township invites community members to a campout weekend with archery, kayaking, crafts, an outdoor movie, night hikes, games, campfires and s’mores. Tents will be on the field.
- Nov. 4-5, overnight
- $170 (per family of four), $35 (each additional family member)
- The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is hosting an Out of the Darkness Walk to unite community members and provide knowledge on suicide and the importance of mental health. During this event, there will also be a special Veterans Day ceremony to commemorate the day.
- Nov. 11, 9 a.m. (check-in), 10 a.m. (walk start)
- Free (admission)
- Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
- www.afsp.org
The Woodlands Township is hosting its Veterans Day tribute to honor the men and women who have served in the nation’s military. This event features live music, speakers, a presentation of colors, children's activities and the "My Hero Exhibit." A special military care package donation booth will also be set up during the Veterans Day Tribute.
- Nov. 11, 3-5 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
Knights of Columbus hold the annual event to benefit The American Wheelchair Mission. The event includes family entertainment, a car show and raffles.
- Nov. 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- $5 (for five samples and one drink)
- St. Simon & Jude Catholic Church, 26777 Glen Loch Drive, Spring
- www.facebook.com/groups/1163839937296705
The Woodlands Photography Club annual exhibition and awards event will be held with the Winners Circle announcement taking place between 5:30-9 p.m. Light refreshments will be offered.
- Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Free (attendance)
- South County Community Center, 2235 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandsphotographyclub.com
Editor's note: This story was updated to include additional events.