Oktoberfest, Good Oil Days: 5 Lake Houston-area events to attend this weekend, Oct. 16-18

Check out what's happening in the Lake Houston area this weekend, Oct. 16-18. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change.

Good Oil Days Festival

The city of Humble's Good Oil Days Festival will feature historic displays, themed streetscapes, live music, shopping, food, family activities, interactive experiences and giveaways throughout the day.

• Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Free (admission)

• Uptown Park, 310 E. Main St., Humble

• Facebook: Good Oil Days Festival 2026

Kingwood Oktoberfest

Kingwood Oktoberfest will be held at Holy Comforter Lutheran Church in Kingwood. The event will feature performances by the Kingwood High School German Club dancers, German cuisine and beverages, a vendor marketplace and children’s activities.

• Oct. 17, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

• $10 (adults), $5 (ages 3-12), free (under 3 years)

• 1901 Woodland Hills Drive, Kingwood

• Facebook: The Kingwood Oktoberfest 2026

Bark in the Park

Hosted by JG Events, Bark in the Park will feature a dog costume contest, music, games and a variety of vendors selling pet products and other goods.

• Oct. 17, noon-5 p.m.

• Free (admission)

• Town Center Park, 8 N. Main St., Kingwood

• Facebook: Bark in the Park

Starry Night Pumpkins

Cordovan Art School in Atascocita is hosting a “Van Ghostly” painting workshop. Attendees will be guided by a teacher to create their own work of art in the style of Vincent van Gogh’s "Starry Night."

• Oct. 17, 1-3 p.m.

• $35

• 18455 W. Lake Houston Parkway, Humble

• Facebook: Starry Night Pumpkins

Kingwood ER Trunk or Treat

Kingwood ER is hosting a free trunk-or-treat event that will allow attendees to dress up, explore decorated car trunks and grab some candy. The event will also feature a costume contest.  

• Oct. 17, 6 p.m.

• Free (admission)

• 2158 Northpark Drive, Kingwood

• www.kingwooder.com