There is no shortage of event options this weekend in Houston, including a few inaugural foodie events.

Mac & Cheese Fest Houston
Saturday
More than two dozen local restaurants are participating in the annual festival, which features unlimited samples of mac and cheese and adult drink coupons with the price of admission. Featured restaurants include Prohibition, The Capital Grille, Yardhouse, Urban Eats and more than 20 others. Several Houston beverage companies will also be on-site with craft beer and spirits. Noon-4 p.m. $50 (general admission), $80 (VIP admission). Silver Street Studios, 2000 Edwards St., Houston. macandcheesehouston.eventbrite.com

HTX Dessert Crawl
Saturday
The inaugural event takes place in the River Oaks area of Houston and includes stops at four locations, including Araya Artisanal Chocolates, Crave Cupcakes, Amy’s Ice Creams and Pondicheri Bake Lab. The cost of admission includes samples at each location and a souvenir bag. Route details will be emailed to ticketholders the day before the event. 3-7 p.m. $20 (pre-sale), $25 (day of the event). Locations vary. www.facebook.com/htxdessertcrawl

International Gem & Jewelry Show
Fri.-Sun.
This annual show features deals on diamonds, gemstones, pearls, beads, supplies, minerals, crystals as customers shop directly from designers, wholesalers and manufacturers. Tickets are good for all three days of the show. Children younger than age 9 are not permitted. Noon-6 p.m. (Friday), 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Saturday), 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sunday). $6 (admission). NRG Center, 1 Reliant Parkway, Houston. www.intergem.com/shows

Houston’s Got Bollywood
Saturday
India House and NAACH present this Bollywood theatrical production featuring lavish costumes, choreography, dancing and visuals in four acts. It is a ticketed event for the covered seating area, and free tickets are available while they last at the box office Saturday between 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. There will be open seating on the hill, rain or shine. 8:15 p.m. Free. Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston. 281-373-3386. www.milleroutdoortheatre.com

Beerster
Sunday
Bakfish Brewing Company in Pearland hosts an adult Easter egg hunt for adults age 21 and up. Prizes include beer samples and gift certificates from area food trucks, businesses and restaurants. Participants must be 21, have a basket and show an ID to get a wristband for the hunt, which will take place behind the brewery in a grassy area. 2 p.m. BAKFISH Brewing Company, 1231 E. Broadway St., Pearland. 281-993-8658. www.facebook.com/bakfishbrewing

Easter in the Gardens
Sunday
Celebrate Easter with a daytrip to Galveston Island for this annual event which features free egg hunts, games and a petting zoo. Easter egg hunts will take place during four time periods; each age group will have two opportunities to participate. The event also features other free activities, such as face painting and a chance to meet the Easter Bunny. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free (admission). Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd., Galveston. 1-800-582-4673. www.moodygardens.com