Looking for something to do in the The Woodlands area this weekend? Check out this weekend's guide.
March 18: Watch a dueling pianos performance
The Glade Arts Foundation will hold a dueling pianos event hosted by Flight of the Keys at the Glade Cultural Center. The event will offer handcrafted cocktails and a dinner menu. Attendees must be at least age 21 to attend. 7 p.m. (doors open), 8 p.m. (show starts). $35-$50. Glade Cultural Center, 2000 Woodlands Parkway, The Woodlands. 832-557-8781. www.gladeculturalcenter.com
March 18: Listen to live music at Market Street
Market Street will wrap up the weeklong Sizzlin' Spring Break event series with an acoustic concert on the lawn. Artists from the Sarah Kelly Music School provide family-friendly tunes in a range of styles. 6:30 p.m. Free. Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands. 281-419-4774. www.shopatmarketstreet.com
March 18: Have an outdoor movie night
The Woodlands Mall will host an outdoor movie experience on the courtyard with a showing of “The Wizard of Oz.” Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets to watch the movie. 7-9 p.m. Free. The Woodlands Mall, 1201 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands. 281-363-3363. www.thewoodlandsmall.com
March 19: Pay tribute to Ray Charles
The Glade Arts Foundation will host a concert paying homage to Ray Charles and the wide variety of songs that were recorded throughout his career. Performances are by Diunna Greenleaf and The Blue Mercy band. The event will offer handcrafted cocktails and a dinner menu. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m. $35-$50. Glade Cultural Center, 2000 Woodlands Parkway, The Woodlands. 832-557-8781. www.gladeculturalcenter.com
March 19: Look at exotic cars
Scuderia Exotic Car Show members will park their exotic cars at Market Street for a car show. Attendees can admire the line of automobiles from a safe distance. 8-11 a.m. Free. Market Street, The Woodlands. 281-419-4774. www.shopatmarketstreet.com
March 19: Take the dogs for a swim
Dog lovers can bring their pets to the Creekwood Park and Pond for a splash in the pond, dog crafts, trick competitions and a fetching game. All pets must be on a leash while not swimming and must be up to date on shots. Preregistration to the event is required. $10 (single dog), $5 (each additional dog). 10 a.m.-noon. Creekwood Park, 3383 S. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands. 281-516-7348. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
March 19: Celebrate Holi
The Hindu Temple of The Woodlands is celebrating the Holi Festival of Colors. The festival will include food, games and entertainment. All members of The Woodlands and the surrounding communities are invited to the celebration. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Hindu Temple of The Woodlands, 7601 S. Forest Gate Drive, The Woodlands. 936-443-6998. www.woodlandshindutemple.org
March 19: Learn about birds
A certified Texas master naturalist hosts Birding Joy, where guests can learn basic bird identification skills. Birding Joy consists of an indoor and outdoor portion, and the activity is recommended for children age 12 and older. 8:30-10 a.m. Free. The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-516-7348. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
March 20: Attend a concert in the park
The Woodlands Township hosts Concert in the Park, a live music spring concert series on Sundays at Northshore Park. Uptown Drive will be performing a variety of music in the outdoor concert space March 20. Guests can bring coolers, picnic baskets, blankets and lawn chairs. Glass is prohibited. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3950. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
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March 20: Attend the opening of a new farmers market
Originally located at 525 Woodlands Square Blvd., Conroe, the Woodlands Square Market on FM 1488 will move to a new location at 25127 Gosling Road, Spring, for its March 20 market. Founded in 2021, the market will now be called Gosling Sunday Market and will continue to be twice a month on Sundays from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. The market hosts a variety of vendors ranging from fresh food and plants to handmade jewelry and art. Other products include clothing, cooking oils and seasoning, and home fragrance items. www.goslingsundaymarket.com
Maegan Kirby contributed to this report.
