The 75+ Biggest Fall Festivals in Greater Houston

Updated Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 8:55pm

Circle these dates for 75+ of this season’s biggest fall festivals coming to Greater Houston—showcasing music, art, food, cultures, and more—from Friday, September 19 through Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, 2025. 

With cooler weather comes a bustling festival season throughout Houston; every month bringing a new slate of outdoor fun and cultural festivities.

We’ve gathered some of the city’s best festivals we’ve come to know and love over the years, as well as special events taking place across the city.

2025 Fall Festivals & Events in Greater Houston

Fall Festivals in September 2025

Chefs for Farmers Food + Wine Festival Around Houston | Thursday, September 25 to Sunday, September 28 – Celebrate Texas flavors and community at a multi-day event series showcasing top culinary talent while supporting farmers and producers who grow, harvest, and supply the ingredients. $145+. Times vary. Get tickets.

16th Annual Galveston Island Wild Texas Shrimp Festival in Downtown Galveston | Friday, September 26 & Saturday, September 27 – The annual fall festival begins with the sure-to-sell-out Friday Kick-Off Party featuring a fried shrimp dinner, open bar, and live entertainment for $72+. It’s followed by Saturday afternoon’s main event, the Shrimp Gumbo Cook-Off and Gumbo Stroll on the island’s Historic Strand, with sampling cups available for pre-purchase for $16+. Other festivities include the Shrimp Scamper 5K Fun Run, Ron Hoover Boat Show, Strand Merchant Walkabout, the Lil’ Shrimps Parade, and live music. Prices and times vary. Get tickets.

The Savannah Bananas vs. The Texas Tailgaters at Daikin Park | Friday, September 26 & Saturday, September 27 – The 2025 Banana Ball World Tour lands in Downtown, as hilarious, fan favorite Savannah Bananas—known for their antics, hijinks and choreographed pop culture dances in every game–battle their new banana ball rivals of the Lone Star State. $190+. 7pm both nights. 

Bat Fest at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center | Saturday, September 27 | FREE – Learn about local bat species while enjoying bat-themed activities and crafts for the kids, story time, and food trucks. 10am to 2pm.

Open Heaven Musicfest at Sugar Land Town Square | Saturday, September 27 | FREE – The family-friendly celebration features powerful live music and an uplifting atmosphere in Sugar Land. 10am to 4pm.

2025 Houston AfriFest at Houston Christian University | Saturday, September 27 | FREE – Drawing thousands from across the city, the annual fest celebrates the continent of Africa with a market featuring local and international vendors, and showcasing the arts, music, fashion and foods from across the region. 11am to 7pm.

Oktoberfest at Eureka Heights Brew Co. | Saturday, September 27 | FREE – The Heights brewery serves up some special brews, and the day party will feature live music from the Jodie Mikula Orchestra, pretzels and brats from the Cowboy Scientists cookoff team and Chef Michele Free, and a Steinholding competition. Noon to 6pm.

Tejano Music Festival at Traders Village | Sunday, September 28 | FREE – Expect a day packed with live Tejano music from acts like Leslie Lugo, Sandy G y Los Gavilanes de la Cumbia, and more. $5 parking. Noon to 5pm.

Houston Slavic Heritage Festival at Northside Columbus Club | Sunday, September 28 – Celebrate the rich tapestry of Slavic cultures with traditional music, dance, and art in the Northside. $5; free ages 12 and under. Noon to 6pm.

Fall Festivals in October 2025

59th Annual Original Greek Fest at Annunciation Orthodox Church | Thursday, October 2 to Saturday, October 4 – The all-ages festival spotlighting Greece returns with tasty food, Greek wines, dancing, music, cathedral tours, and more. $10 at gate. Times vary. Learn more.

46th Annual Festival Chicano at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Thursday, October 2 to Saturday, October 4 | FREE – Miller closes out its season with a celebration of the energy and vibrancy of Chicano culture and music with 3 nights of concerts from acts like Mike Gonzalez and the Iconiczz, Isabel Marie and more. 7pm nightly. Learn more.

3rd Annual Witches Brew Market at National Museum of Funeral History | Friday, October 3 – Bask in a night filled with drinks, macabre shopping, and costumes and more inside the museum. $25+. 7pm to 10pm. Get tickets.

9th Annual Nigeria Cultural Parade & Festival at Root Memorial Square | Saturday, October 4 | FREE with RSVP – Experience the fun and beauty of Nigerian culture with contests and giveaways, food, music, dance and other all-age fun. 10am to 1:45pm. RSVP.

Houston Food Fest 2025 at Midtown Park | Saturday, October 4 – Enjoy food from 70+ food vendors from Houston, local surrounding cities, and beyond at the Midtown fall tradition. $7+. 2pm to 10pm. Get tickets.

Woodlands Wine Walk at The Woodlands Resort | Saturday, October 4 – Expect culinary creations, wine displays with industry experts, craft beers, live music, and wine experiences in The Woodlands. $79+. 4pm to 7pm. Get tickets.

Southern Smoke Festival 2025 at Discovery Green | Saturday, October 4 – More than 85 acclaimed chefs, beverage pros, and hospitality leaders will be serving bites, drinks, and experiences—all raising funds for emergency relief and mental health support. $225 brings all-inclusive food, drinks, live music, and cookbook signings; VIP $550+. 4pm to 9pm. Get tickets.

2025 Oktoberfest at Sugar Land Town Square | Saturday, October 4 – Flying Saucer Biergarten opens more than 50 taps for a Bavarian celebration in Sugar Land, with a market, live music, and traditional German foods with games and contests like the dachshund dash, bratwurst eating contest, and more. $5; free for ages 11 and under; $25+ tasting packages. Prices increase at the gate. 5pm to 9pm. Get tickets.

Otaku Lantern Festival at Pearland Town Center | Saturday, October 4 & Sunday, October 5 | FREE – The celebration of anime, manga, and Japanese culture features an artist and vendor market, tasty food, live performances, and a display of lanterns lighting up the night. Times vary.

Oktoberfest at Kemah Boardwalk | Saturday, October 4 & Sunday, October 5 | No Cover – Enjoy beer, live music, corn hole tournaments, stein holding competitions, costume contests, and more. $5 beer tickets. Noon to 8pm both days.

Mid-Autumn Festival at Children’s Museum Houston | Sunday, October 5 – Kids can celebrate the Vietnamese Mid-Autumn Festival with activities, storytelling, lion dances, and more. Included with $19.95 admission. 9am to 5pm. Get tickets.

Mid-Autumn Family Day at Asia Society Texas Center | Sunday, October 5 | FREE – Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with an afternoon of family-friendly fun highlighting the rich traditions and stories behind this beloved holiday. RSVP requested. 1pm to 4pm. RSVP for free.

James Beard Foundation’s Taste America: Houston at The Post Oak Hotel | Wednesday, October 8 | Save 10% with Promo Code – Celebrate Houston’s restaurant scene with an epic walk-around tasting, featuring bites from more than 10 of the city’s top chefs—including TasteTwenty honoree ChòpnBlọk’s Ope Amosu, Tatemó’s Emmanuel Chavez, Cochinita & Co’s Victoria Elizondo, and more. $175; $225 premier but you can get 10% off all tickets with promo code HOU10. 7pm; 6pm early entry for premier. Get tickets.

International Quilt Festival Houston at George R. Brown Convention Center | Thursday, October 9 to Sunday, October 12 – Join 55,000+ quilting enthusiasts for a weekend of classes, exhibits, networking, shopping, guest speakers, and more. $16+. Times vary. Get tickets.

36th Annual Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival at Montgomery County Fairgrounds | Friday, October 10 to Sunday, October 12 – The annual family-friendly fest features live music, food vendors offering festival and Cajun favorites, vendors, a carnival, and the annual catfish pageant. $33+; free for ages 12 and under. Times vary. Get tickets.

Bayou City Art Festival at Memorial Park | Friday, October 10 to Sunday, October 12 – The annual fall edition of the Bayou City Art Festival returns to Memorial Park for 3 days of art shopping, showcasing 300 national and international artists. Plus, you can stroll the craft beer and boutique wine gardens, participate in a community art project, and take in live performances. $20+; $5 for ages 6 to 12. 10am to 6pm daily. Get tickets.

The Grandest Fall Fest at The Grand Prairie | Saturday, October 11 | FREE – Enjoy live entertainment, a farmers’ and artisan market, fall flavors, a pumpkin patch, a vintage soda shop, complimentary professional family photos, model home tours, and more. 10am to 2pm. Learn more.

Bark in the Park at Town Center Park | Saturday, October 11 | FREE – Kingwood’s annual dog celebration includes pet competitions, crafts, live music, food trucks, a kids zone, and more. 11am to 5pm. Learn more.

Houston Conjunto Fest at Navigation Esplanade | Saturday, October 11 | FREE (Postponed to Spring 2026) – The cultural arts festival celebrates the Texas genre of Mexican American music, Cojunto, with live music, vendors, and educational workshops in the East End. 1pm to 9pm. Learn more.

Barktoberfest at The Powder Keg | Saturday, October 11 | FREE – The pet and family-friendly Barktoberfest will feature a dog costume contest, food trucks, spooky cocktails, a vendor market selling pet products, and more. 2pm to 6pm. Learn more.

Pearland Beer Fest at Pearland Town Center | Saturday, October 11 – Take advantage of unlimited tastings of unique seasonal brews, fan favorites, and exciting new releases from local and national breweries, plus live music, food vendors and more. $12+. 2pm to 7pm. Get tickets.

Oktoberfest at Bad Astronaut Brewing | Saturday, October 11 | FREE – Mark the end of the German season with live music,  mini-stein holding and sausage slinging competitions, Deutsch food from Polska Kielbasa, and more. from 2pm to 10pm. Learn more.

Expo Tequila & Mezcal Houston: Día de Muertos Edition 2025 at Post Houston | Saturday, October 11 – Savor curated tequila and mezcal tastings, live music, street bites, a local artisan market, a Catrina costume contest, and more. $36. 3pm to 9pm. Get tickets.

Houston Diwali at Levy Park | Saturday, October 11 | FREE – The festival of lights will feature live music, a Diwali bazaar fashion show, cultural performances, henna, and street foods in the Upper Kirby park. 5pm to 10pm. Learn more.

16th Annual Korean Festival at Discovery Green | Saturday, October 11 & Sunday, October 12 | FREE – K-Fest returns to Downtown’s front yard to showcase the best of Korean food, music, performing arts, and culture. Times vary. Learn more.

41st Annual Galveston Greek Festival at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church | Saturday, October 11 & Sunday, October 12 | FREE – The 2-day island fest is back with a celebration of Hellenic culture, channeling the Greek islands with authentic food, wines, beer, pastries, dance performances, and commemorative items. Times vary. Learn more.

Houston International Festival 2025: Food, Music & Culture in Third Ward | Saturday, October 11 & Sunday, October 12 – Travel the world at this vibrant 2-day cultural celebration, featuring global cuisine, live music, art, and cultural exhibits in the heart of the city. $10+. Times vary. Get tickets.

Mid-Autumn Festival: Circle Around the Moon at Katy Asian Town | Saturday, October 11 & Sunday, October 12 | FREE – Katy’s family-friendly cultural fest features live entertainment, games, global street food, and photo ops. Times vary. Learn more.

Katy Rice Harvest Festival at Katy Town Square | Saturday, October 11 & Sunday, October 12 – Enjoy live music, a 100+ vendor market, carnival rides, beer garden, agriculture adventure area, toddler zone, and more. $10+. Times vary. Get tickets.

51st Annual Texas Renaissance Festival in Todd Mission | Saturday, October 11 to Sunday, November 30 – The beloved and infamous Ren-Fair offers a fall of reveling in the enchanted worlds of kings and queens, knights, fairies, and elves, with unique themes, crowd-pleasing performances, and tasty eats. Prices vary by weekend, often $29 in advance. 9am to 8pm daily. Get tickets.

Monarchs & Marigolds at Houston Botanic Garden | Sunday, October 12 – Get in the Dia de los Muertos spirit as MECA co-hosts a celebration of the iconic vivid flowers that mark the holiday, filled with music, dance, and visual arts. $20; $16 ages 3 to 15, ages 65+, students and military. 9am to 4pm. Get tickets.

12th Annual Peoples Day Celebration at Eleanor Tinsley Park | Sunday, October 12 | FREE – Enjoy a family-friendly event honoring the traditions, artistry, and resilience of Indigenous peoples with cultural ceremonies, live performances, and community recognition. 11am to 3pm. Learn more.

FAHM Festival: Filipino American History Month Celebration at Post Houston | Sunday, October 12 | FREE with RSVP – Explore a bustling market filled with Filipino flavors, handmade goods, and unique finds, then stay for a full schedule of live music, cultural dance, and engaging performances. Noon to 9pm. RSVP now. 

Ghost Coast Festival at League Kempner House | Friday, October 17 to Sunday, October 19 – Held at the historic Galveston mansion, the family-friendly fright fest features a vendor market, panels and speakers, paranormal investigations, ghost tours, psychic readings, kids’ activities, live entertainment, and more. $25+. Times vary. Learn more.

Oktoberfest at Galveston Bay Brewing | Friday, October 17 to Sunday, October 19 | No Cover – Take in a golf cart parade, specialty German brews, foods, live music, games, contests, and more along the Clear Lake shore. 10am to 10pm daily. Learn more.

Buffalo Bayou Mural Festival in the East End | Friday, October 17 to Sunday, October 19 | FREE – Things kick off on Friday evening with a party at Moon Tower Inn, followed by 2 days of live painting the external walls of Headquarters a few blocks away. Places and times vary. Learn more.

ArBooretum at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center | Saturday, October 18 – Kids can get an early dry run on their3 costumes and enjoy fall activities for all ages, including live animals, pumpkin decorating, and Houston’s only Trick-or-Treat Nature Trail. $20; free for members and ages 2 and under. 10am to 4pm. Get tickets.

Energy Day Festival at Sam Houston Park | Saturday, October 18 | FREE – Science lovers can come together in Downtown for giant science fair mixed with a festival, designed to demonstrate how fun and exciting STEM can be. 11am to 3pm. Learn more.

Fall Festival at Burroughs Park | Saturday, October 18 | FREE – The Tomball family fest features a petting zoo, a corn maze, games, a balloon artist, and more. 11am to 3pm. Learn more.

8th Annual Kingwood Oktoberfest at Holy Comforter Lutheran | Saturday, October 18 – The family-friendly fall celebration returns with German-inspired food, a kids play area, polka music, dancing, local craft beer, a costume contest, and more. $10; $5 for ages 12 and under. 11am to 5pm. Get tickets.

Houston Filipino Street Festival at Constellation Field | Saturday, October 18 – Celebrate the Philippines and local Filipino culture at this family-friendly festival in Sugar Land that presents traditions, live performances, and street food in an embrace of cultural diversity. $19+. Noon to 7pm. Get tickets.

Katy Wine Festival at Smith Park | Saturday, October 18 – The indoor event showcases 40+ wine from wineries and vendors from across Texas. $21+. Noon to 11pm. Get tickets.

22nd Annual Igbo Fest Houston at Discovery Green | Saturday, October 18 | FREE – Experience West African traditional dances, cultural presentations, and jollof rice at the Downtown park. 3pm to 10pm. Learn more.

Fall Fest at the Galveston Historic Seaport | Saturday, October 18 | FREE – Celebrate fall on the pier at a family friendly event with a dunking booth, haunted harbor tours, spooky surprises, hands on activities, face painting, local craft beer and bites for grownups, and more. 5pm to 8pm.

Wings Over Houston Airshow at Ellington Field | Saturday, October 18 & Sunday, October 19 – One of the top airshows in the nation, Wings Over Houston welcomes back vintage World War II aircraft and modern aviation with soaring spectacles, reenactments, and high-flying aerobatics. $50 adult ticket also includes up to 6 kids ages 14 and under at no extra cost; early ticket discounts available. 8am to 5pm both days. Get tickets.

Artoberfest in Historic Downtown Galveston | Saturday, October 18 & Sunday, October 19 – Shop for one-of-a-kind art, jewelry, and home decor from over 120 artist booths at Galveston’s The Grand 1894 Opera House. $5. Times vary. Get tickets.

Galveston’s Own Farmers Market 13th Birthday Party at the Market at Depot | Sunday, October 19 | FREE – The beloved Sunday morning farmers market enters its teens with a morning tat includes giveaways, face painting, hair tinsel braiding, a glitter station, turtle talks, free cake for the first 100 guests, and more. 9am to noon.

2025 KBR Kids Day at The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park | Sunday, October 19 | FREE – Celebrating 10 years of Buffalo Bayou Park, children and their families can gather at The Water Works to experience a full day of fun and exciting activities for all ages. 11am to 3pm. Learn more.

Fall Fest in TMC Helix Park | Friday, October 24 | FREE – Enjoy hands-on crafts led by local partners, explore the vibrant designs of the 2025 Adirondack Chair Art Contest finalists, and watch a screening of Pixar’s Coco at Helix Park. 5:30pm to 9:30pm. Get tickets.

Houston Mediterranean Festival at St. George Orthodox Christian Church | Friday, October 24 & Saturday, October 25 – With roots in the early ’80s and revived in 2023, the Houston Mediterranean Festival returns to West University, celebrating the region’s vibrant culture and flavors with a day of food, drinks, shopping, music, and more. $5. 11am to 10:30pm both days. Get tickets.

43rd Annual Galveston Island Oktoberfest at First Lutheran Church of Galveston | Friday, October 24 & Saturday, October 25 | FREE – Galveston’s family-friendly festival returns with 2 days of free entertainment, food, rides, and games. Times vary. Learn more.

12th Annual Magnolia Park Dia de los Muertos Festival & Parade at Hidalgo Park | Saturday, October 25 | FREE – Houston’s Día de los Muertos celebration in the East End with a free festival and parade, including food, kids activities, cultural performances, and live music. 9am parade; 10am to 4pm festival. Learn more.

Halloween in the Hangar at Lone Star Flight Museum | Saturday, October 25 – The museum hosts Halloween fun that soars, complete with bat gliders, a pumpkin parachute drop, pumpkin catapult challenge, a skeleton structure challenge, Halloween story time, and more. Included with admission 10am to 1pm. Get tickets.

Dia de los Muertos Celebration at Sugar Land Town Square | Saturday, October 25 | FREE – Expect performances from mariachis, ballet folklórico, and Aztec dancers, authentic cuisine, an artisan market, and more at this Day of the Dead event in Sugar Land. Noon to 5pm. Learn more.

6th Annual Hike, Bike & Fright Fest at M-K-T in the Heights | Saturday, October 25 | FREE – All ages can get into the spooky spirit with an afternoon of kid and pet-friendly trick or treating, Halloween cocktails, a HalloGreen edition of the Houston Plant Market, giveaways, shopping deals, live DJs and entertainment, performers, and more. Noon to 6pm. Learn more.

Boofest Kingwood at Town Center Park | Saturday, October 25 | FREE – Kingwood’s Halloween celebration welcomes trick-or-treaters to enjoy performances, a mini pumpkin patch, free train rides, live music, and of course, plenty of candy. 4pm to 9pm. Learn more.

Scream on the Green at Discovery Green | Saturday, October 25 | FREE – Scream on the Green returns with a costume contest, living sculptures, palm readers and psychics, games, music, and a screening of the 2024 movie, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (PG-13) at 7pm. 6pm to 10pm. Learn more.

Happy Haunts Spooktacular at Jubilee | Sunday, October 26 | FREE – Families are invited to pregame for Halloween on a safe trick-or-treat trail winding through 9 model homes, plus face painting, games, Halloween crafts, a balloon artist, a live DJ, inflatables, photo opportunities, food trucks selling food and drinks, and more. 1pm to 4pm.

Diwali Lights at Asia Society Texas Center | Sunday, October 26 | FREE with RSVP – Celebrate one of India’s most cherished holidays at a family-friendly festival of lights that includes vibrant Indian fashion, food, hands-on activities, and a captivating Ramayana performance at 5pm. RSVP required. 3pm to 7pm. Learn more.

Una Noche! en Market Square Park | Halloween, Friday, October 31 | FREE – Celebrate the spirit of Día de los Muertos in Historic Market Square with live mariachi, ballet folklórico, live music, face painting and arts workshops. Add to the tradition with free photo printing for the community ofrenda. 7pm to 10pm. Learn more.

Fall Festivals in November 2025

Road Trip! Bastrop Art Fest 2025 at Lost Pines Art Center | Saturday, November 1 | FREE – The free, family-friendly destination festival returns to Bastrop’s Silo District for a full day of demonstrations, hands-on activities, arts and crafts vendors, games, and more—including plenty of things to do for kids. 10am to 4pm.

Craft Community Day at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft | Saturday, November 1 | FREE – HCCC hosts a free festival highlighting local artist guilds and community groups. 11am to 3pm.

Depot Day Fall Fest at Tomball Depot Plaza | Saturday, November 1 | FREE – Tomball’s annual celebration is all about trains, featuring model railroads mixed with classic fall fair fun, old-fashioned country music, carnival games, a pumpkin patch, a kids’ zone, and more. 11am to 5pm.

Day of the Dead Celebration at Kemah Boardwalk | Saturday, November 1 | FREE – Celebrate life and honor loved ones by immersing yourself in the festive spirit with a fire spinner, trick-or-treating, lively music, and more. 2pm to 9:15pm. 

Dia de los Muertos Celebration at City Place | Saturday, November 1 | FREE – Enjoy live music, photo ops, and an Azteca indigenous dance performance, and stroll through a curated Día de los Muertos mercado, contribute to the 360 community altar, and more in Spring. 4pm to 8pm.

5th Houston Dia De Muertos Parade & Festival at Sam Houston Park | Saturday, November 1 | FREE – Head to Downtown for a parade and then enjoy live music, concessions, arts and crafts, and more. 4pm to 11pm.

The 25th Annual Día de Muertos Festival at MECA | Saturday, November 1 & Sunday, November 2 | FREE – Celebrating its silver anniversary, Houston’s O.G. Day of the Dead event is a vibrant celebration of art, community, and culture in Old Sixth Ward. 11am to 7pm both days. 

Día de los Muertos at Discovery Green | Sunday, November 2 | FREE – Enjoy hands-on art activities, artist demos, vendors, cultural performances, and music by Houston’s own Nick Gaitan, and a community altar by Houston artist Angel Quesada. 4pm to 7pm.

Fleet Week Houston at Port of Houston & Around Greater Houston | Wednesday, November 5 to Wednesday, November 12 | Many FREE – Houston’s first ever Fleet Week welcomes multiple U.S. Navy vessels and more than 1,000 sailors, marines and coast guardsmen, as part of the Navy and Marines 250th birthday. In addition to the Parade of Ships arrival, there will be special events across the city. Places, prices, and times vary. Learn more.

Annual Houston Cinema Arts Festival Around Houston | Thursday, November 6 to Sunday, November 16 | Some FREE – Houston’s silver screen celebration return to theater spaces across Houston, screening and premiering short films and feature lengths from Houston and around the world. Screenings are often ticketed individually and sometimes free. $250 all access pass. Times, locations, and prices vary.

Night Market 2025 at Asia Society Texas Center | Friday, November 7 – The beloved annual event returns to the Museum District, offering a host of family-friendly activities including a curated marketplace, games, cultural installations, and sumo wrestling demonstrations. Free to attend, some activities require a ticket. 6pm to 10pm. Learn more.

Fall Festival at Armand Bayou Nature Center | Friday, November 7 & Saturday, November 8 – Reconnect with nature and go back in history at the family fall fest filled with music and dancers, wagon rides, woodcarving and woodworking, candle making, butter making, a pie-eating contest, rope-making, children’s activities, anymore. $14; $10 ages 4 to 12 and 60+; member discounts. 10am to 4pm both days. Get tickets.

Puptopia Festival at Saint Arnold Brewing Company | Saturday, November 8 | FREE – Furry friends, their parents, and friends take over the brewery for a special, doggie-centric day that entertainment, vendors, and more. 11am to 4pm. Get tickets.

Little Woodfest: Woodlands Children’s Festival at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion | Saturday, November 8 & Sunday, November 9 | FREE – For its 25th anniversary, the festival is transforming into Little Woodfest, offering hands-on, music based activities and stations throughout the pavilion. $11.85. Times vary. Get tickets.

The Old Quarter Songwriter Festival in the Old Quarter in Downtown Galveston | Thursday, November 13 to Saturday, November 15 – Songwriters from near and far take over Galveston venues for 3 days of storytelling, soul, and live music. $100. Places and times vary. Get tickets.

44th Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market at NRG Center | Thursday, November 13 to Sunday, November 16  – The wildly popular shopping fest returns with hundreds of vendors offering everything from jewelry and clothing to homegoods, artisan foods and Christmas items galore. $20+. Times vary. Get tickets.

2025 Zine Fest Houston at The Orange Show World Headquarters | Saturday, November 15 | FREE – The grassroots festival gathers media creators from across Houston to share their zines, mini-comics, and other forms of small press, alternative, underground, DIY media and art. Noon to 6pm. Get tickets.

Fall Wine Fest Kemah Boardwalk | Saturday, November 15 – Sample 72 exquisite wines from 24 different wineries and tasty bites from the Boardwalk restaurants. $64.95. 2pm to 5pm. Get tickets.

12th Annual Islamic Arts Festival at University of Houston Main Campus | Saturday, November 15 & Sunday, November 16 | FREE – Enjoy 2 days of art shopping directly from 50 national artists, while enjoying live music, comedy, a film festival, interactive art sessions, ethnic foods for sale, live demonstrations, and a variety of kids’ art activities. 10:30am to 5:30pm both days. Get tickets.

Discovery Yoga Fest at City Place | Friday, November 21 – Experience the joy of movement, the beauty of nature, and the transformative power of yoga at the Spring community. $49.99+. 4pm to 8pm. Learn more.

Puerto Rican Festival at Pearland Town Center | Saturday, November 22 – Experience Puerto Rican tradition with live music, tasty food, and the iconic Pitorro Boricua at the second Festival del Lechón. $10+. Noon to 10pm. Get tickets.

Water Lantern Festival at City Place | Saturday, November 22 & Sunday, November 23 – Watch thousands of lanterns drift across the water at the family-friendly celebration. $30+. 3pm to 7pm. Get tickets.

Tejano Music Super Fest at Kemah Boardwalk | Saturday, November 22 & Sunday, November 23 | FREE – Experience the vibrant sounds of live Tejano music from EZ Band, Chente Barrera, live DJs, and more at this family-friendly music festival. Times vary. Learn more.

76th Annual Thanksgiving Day Parade in Downtown | Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27 | FREE – Get into the holiday spirit at the 76th Annual Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade, a showcase of sensational floats, high-flying balloons, marching bands, artistic entries, and live entertainment through the streets of Downtown. 9am to 11am. Learn more.

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