The Woodlands and surrounding areas will play host to a number of festivals throughout the fall and into the holiday season.
September
17. Montgomery Wine and Music Fest Attendees sample wine from 16 Texas wineries and a craft beer wall, and they can also order by the glass or bottle. The festival features a children’s area and continuous live music. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. $5 (children’s area), $25 (wine tasting package purchased online), $30 (at gate). $5 (fee for alcohol), $1 (single tickets). 14420 Liberty St., Montgomery 936-597-5004 www.experiencemontgomery.com
October
01. Flying Saucer BeerFeast Sugar Land’s Flying Saucer hosts its fifth annual event, featuring more than 50 breweries and 80 craft beers. Restaurants have food available for attendees. Ticket purchase includes admission to the event, a tasting card that includes 12 beer samples and a tasting glass. Additional tasting cards are available for purchase. 2-6:30 p.m. $35-$68. Flying Saucer, 15929 City Walk, Sugar Land 281-242-7468 www.saucerbeerfeast.com
06-09. The Original Greek Festival This festival highlights Greek culture through traditional food, crafts, art and gifts. Each night features traditional Greek dancing reflecting the customs and culture of the country. Cathedral tours are also offered throughout the festival. 5-10 p.m. (Oct. 6), 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 5-10 p.m. (Oct. 7), 11 a.m.-10 p.m. (Oct. 8), noon-6 p.m. (Oct. 9). $5 (admission at the gate), free admission (11 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 7 and every day for children age 12 and younger), $22 (presale ticket includes one-day admission and a dinner plate). Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 3511 Yoakum Blvd., Houston 713-526-5377 www.greekfestival.org
