14 through 17
See a ‘West Side Story’ performance
Class Act Productions presents the Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim musical “West Side Story,” the story of rival street gangs in New York City. The production is rated PG-13. 7:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 2:30 p.m. (Sat.-Sun). $20-$30. Class Act Productions, 25275 Budde Road, Ste. 27, The Woodlands. 281-941-8500. www.classactproductions.org
16
Cheer for children during a triathlon
Attendees can watch and cheer for area children as they take part in the 19th annual YMCA Kids Triathlon. Presented by Texas Children’s Hospital in The Woodlands, the event is designed for all levels of competition for children ages 6-12. Previous triathlon experience is not required to compete. 7:30 a.m. $40. YMCA at Branch Crossing, 8100 Ashlane Way, The Woodlands. 281-681-6730. www.ymcahouston.org
16
Attend a farmers market
The Grogans Mill Farmers Market vendors offer fresh produce, services, food trucks, and health and beauty items. The summer hours will be in effect beginning with the July event and continuing through September. The market is held rain or shine. 9 a.m.-noon. Free (admission). Grogans Mill Shopping Center, 7 Switchbud Place, The Woodlands. 281-210-3887. www.grogansmill.org
16
Take in an exotic car show
As part of a recurring event at Market Street, visitors can see the Scuderia Exotic Car Show every third Saturday of the month. 8-11 a.m. Free. Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands. 281-419-4774. www.shopatmarketstreet.com
18 through Aug. 15
Summer Dayz Camp
The Summer Dayz Camp hosted by The Woodlands Township concludes its weekly camps in August. The camps offer a variety of activities, including field trips, STEM activities and swimming for children ages 6-17. Various times. $200 per week. The Recreation Center at Bear Branch Park and The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 5310 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands and 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
22
The Woodlands resident survey closes
The Woodlands Township is holding its biennial resident survey to gauge resident opinions and perceptions of services provided by the township. The survey is typically conducted every two years and was originally scheduled to take place in 2020 but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Data collection for the survey is held from July 1-22. The Woodlands Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd., The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
23
Attend ‘Celebrity Mystery Theater’
The Glade Cultural Center is hosting a dinner and performance of “Celebrity Mystery Theater,” which has toured New York, Boston, New Orleans and Las Vegas. Along with the comedy and mystery performance, a curated prix fixe dinner menu by Executive Chef Nelson Padron will be provided with hand-crafted cocktails and a curated wine list. 7 p.m. $115. Glade Arts Foundation, 2000 Woodlands Parkway, The Woodlands. 832-557-8781. www.gladeartsfoundation.org
23
Take a child to Superhero Day
The Woodlands Children’s Museum is hosting a superhero day event for area children. Participants are invited to dress up as their favorite superheroes, and outdoor photo opportunities are available with an exhibit for Pixar’s “Cars” characters. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $10. The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands. 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmusem.org
26
Have summer fun indoors
The Woodlands Children’s Museum will be hosting a summer fun boogie bash event with music, beach balls and rainbow ribbons. The event will also host “The Limbo Rock” and a freeze dance. 11 a.m. $7.50. The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands. 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmusem.org
29
Attend a free movie showing
The Woodlands Township is continuing its Sunset Cinema series at Northshore Park with “Clifford the Big Red Dog.” The free event features animated classics with Earth-friendly themes, and popcorn and prizes will be available. Blankets, chairs and coolers are welcome at the event, but glass is prohibited in the park. 8-10 p.m. Free. Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
August
01
Houston Restaurant Weeks begins
The annual fundraiser for the Houston Food Bank returns with a variety of participants from The Woodlands, Houston and Galveston. Participating restaurants make donations based on the speciality brunches, lunches and dinners they sell. The event includes restaurants located in Harris, Galveston and Montgomery counties. Various times. Various locations. 713-223-3700. www.houstonrestaurantweeks.com
12
See a dance performance
NobleMotion Dance will perform “Escape Velocity: Dance, Design, A.I.,” which is described as “dance meets parkour with a dash of cirque.” The program features four gallery performance locations, each with a different performance that combines climbable structures for the performers and artificial intelligence incorporation. 7 p.m. $65. Glade Arts Foundation, 2000 Woodlands Parkway, The Woodlands. 832-557-8781. www.gladeartsfoundation.org
14
See Broadway-style productions
Class Act Productions presents its annual “Broadway in the Barn” event with entertainment, dinner and a silent auction. Time, cost TBD. Class Act Productions, 25275 Budde Road, Ste. 27, The Woodlands. 281-941-2800. www.classactproductions.org
20
Attend the Chairman’s Ball
Attendees can experience an evening of music, dinner and dancing at the annual Chairman’s Ball Aug. 20 hosted by The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce. This year’s theme is “A Night in Emerald City” and will honor Julie Ambler, chair of the board. Attendees can dress to the theme or formally. 6:30 p.m. $200-$1,500. The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. 281-367-5777. www.woodlandschamber.org
