Fall festival, National Night Out: 5 things to do in The Woodlands area this weekend, Oct. 3-5

Looking for something to do in The Woodlands this weekend? Check out this weekend's guide. All events are subject to change, and this list is not comprehensive.

Friday Night Heights at Texas TreeVentures

Texas TreeVentures is an aerial adventure course home to a series of physical and mental challenges as well as thrill-based elements.

• Oct. 3, 7 p.m.
• $30 (ages 6-12), $40 (age 13 and older)
• 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands
• www.texastreeventures.com

Residents can get an up-close look at the vehicles and equipment that help keep the community safe and running smoothly. Children can climb aboard fire engines, explore public works trucks and meet the professionals who operate them.

• Oct. 4, 9 a.m.-noon
• Free (admission)
• Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands
• www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

Residents are encouraged to host or attend neighborhood gatherings as part of National Night Out.

• Oct. 5, 3-6 p.m
• Free
• The Woodlands neighborhoods
• www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

Texas Sundown Band will perform at the weekly free concert series held at Northshore Park. Attendees can bring blankets, lawn chairs and coolers, but glass containers are prohibited.

• Oct. 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Free
• Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands
• www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

The Woodlands Mall will host a movie night featuring “Wicked.” The event includes treats and games while supplies last, with the movie beginning at 6 p.m. Movie nights are dependent on weather, and blankets and chairs are permitted, according to information from the mall.

• Oct. 5, 5:30 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• 1201 Lake Woodlands Drive, Ste. 700, The Woodlands
• www.thewoodlandsmall.com