October houston

If you've already scheduled your Houston excursion, see what events will be happening by searching our calendar of events. With so many awesome events throughout the year, there's always something special happening in Houston, Texas! This annual This annual parade celebrating the civil rights leader marches through the heart of Houston and draws more than , supporters from around the nation.

The march is being held online and on social media this year. In the Chinese lunar calendar a different animal or mythological beast represents every year in a twelve year cycle. The year of is the year of the Ox. Enjoy dance, theatrics, and music virtually this year in this cultural celebration! Family friendly outdoor activities are being planned for each venue. Each event will be held from 10AM to 4PM.

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival is ranked one of the top fine arts festivals in the Nation, featuring extraordinary artists representing a broad range of styles and mediums alongside art workshops for all ages, culinary demonstrations, live music performances, craft beer tents and more.

Dance to toe-tapping music from live bands and two-step into the Cajun dance contest. The Fruit Mobile, a Ford station wagon, started the craze in Houston Barbecue Festival April 5, The annual barbecue event brings barbecue joint favorites together and welcomes new additions to the Houston Barbecue scene for a full day of barbecue-focused fun.

WorldFest: Houston International Film Festival April , WorldFest brings a blend of feature films, shorts, screenplays, TV commercials, music videos and documentaries to viewers throughout the area. This annual event features classic cars and wooden boats and attracts enthusiasts from around the world. Held on the first Saturday in May each year, the Mediterranean Festival features a tradition that is more than years old, the Syrian Dinner.

Along with food, families can enjoy camel rides, Greek and Arabic dance troop performances, face painting, games, and other fun activities. Pasadena Strawberry Festival May , A barbecue cook-off, a beauty pageant, arts and crafts, live entertainment, teen battle of the bands and the world's largest strawberry shortcake are all part of the Pasadena Strawberry Festival. Comicpalooza May , Comicpalooza is Texas' largest pop culture convention. The event at Miller Outdoor Theatre in Hermann Park includes blues, gospel and jazz performers and a variety of smaller events aimed at raising awareness of African-American heritage.

Vendors offer authentic Vietnamese food, arts and crafts and lotus, water lily and bamboo for your own garden. This annual event features a car show, time trials, and a charity poker run. Located on Clear Lake and Galveston Bay, the event will be adding 2 days of offshore boat racing for spectators to enjoy.

Pride Houston TBD, The largest Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transsexual event in the Southwest takes place each year during the Houston Pride Parade where 1, participants entertain , spectators with an empowering blend of light, color, and sound with beautiful floats, costumes, and performances.

Festivities include fireworks accompanied by a dramatic cannon salute. At the Great Texas Mosquito Festival, Willie-Man-Chew greets visitors from near and far to enjoy three fun-filled days of entertainment, a carnival, food, contests, and family fun.

Houston Shakespeare Festival August , A tribute to the famous playwright, the festival attracts more than , people to its free performances at the University of Houston throughout the month. For thousands of Houstonians and visitors to the bayou city, Houston Restaurant Weeks provides a month-long passport to the city's top restaurants and award-winning chefs.

For years, the competition has enticed some of the most talented architects and designers as well as drawn an average of 20, spectators. Kick off the College Football Season! Fiestas Patrias Sept. Colorfully clad dancers from area ballet folklorico troupes spin down the streets performing to festive Mexican music. The celebration culminates with the crowning of Miss Fiestas Patrias. The Buffalo Bayou Regatta is the largest canoe and kayak race in Texas. Over vessels are expected to hit the waters in west Houston, racing and enjoying the day, ending in Sesquicentennial Park in Downtown Houston.

More than national artists working in 19 artistic media are juried and invited to show and sell their original art at this event. Put on your Lederhosen and Dirndls and enjoy a variety of German and craft beer and the best polka music in Texas. For more information please review our cookie policy. Sun, Oct 31, PM. Trunk or Treat Save Trunk or Treat to your collection. Fri, Nov 12, PM. TKE or Treat. Thu, Oct 28, PM. Save TKE or Treat to your collection.

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Gene Hackemack. Rathkamp German Folk Dancers. All attendees can participate for free! Arrive early to sign-up in teams of 2 to ensure your spot in the Olympiad Games!!

Start getting your team of 2 together for Cornhole or team of 2 for Beer Pong. Winners will receive awesome prizes!! Come by the fun zone throughout the day and sign up for challenges like the Stein Hoisting Competition! There will also be plenty of contests like the chicken dance, best dressed, and yodeling contest so come ready to party!

Signing up onsite is required in order to compete. Evamor Natural Artesian Water. Food Court: Deutscher Fleischwagen German. Crepe Crazy Savory and Sweet Crepes. Booths Upstairs:. Vivian's Kitchen Mexican. The Spot Fresh Squeezed Lemonade. Mondaze Donuts. Sierra Nevada Olympiad Games. Houston Sports and Social Club.

Karbach Brewery Fun Zone. Face Painting. Yard Games. Goufrais Chocolates. Filthy Johnson Soap. Geomilas Souvenirs. CBD Natural Balance. Bright Healthcare.