Looking for things to do this weekend across the Houston metro area? From an economic outlook conference in The Woodlands, to an Indian film festival in Houston’s Museum District, check out these 10 events happening between Feb. 21-23. This list is not comprehensive.
Economic Outlook Conference
The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce will present a conference for business leaders to gain insight and knowledge about the economy, trends and prepare for future growth. Global, national and local speakers will address attendees
- Feb. 21, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
- $200 (members), $250 (non-members)
- The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
- www.woodlandschamber.org
Indian Film Festival
The Asia Society Texas Center in Houston’s Museum District will host a film festival this weekend, celebrating the voices of India and the diaspora with movies, documentaries and shorts, as well as a reception each day and live music performances.
- Feb. 21, 4:30-9:30 p.m.; Feb. 22, 5-9:30 p.m.
- $20 (single screening), $50 (full-day pass)
- 1370 Southmore Blvd., Houston
- www.asiasociety.org
Tomball Farmers Market Harvest of Hearts Fundraiser Dinner
Visitors can enjoy a locally sourced gourmet feast, drinks and a cigar bar to raise funds for the Tomball Farmers Market.
Black History Month Family Day
The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts in Spring is the site for family activities including art exhibits, face painting, story time and crafting. The event will also feature a history of jazz performance from the Dinky Drum Company LLC.
Conroe Go Texan Parade
The 60th annual Go Texan Parade will feature decorative floats with hundreds on horseback to fill the streets with hoof beats, marching bands, elected officials, businesses and organizations.
- Feb. 22, 1-3 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Downtown Conroe, starts at North Frazier Street and FM 2854
- www.chamber.conroe.org
The City of Sugar Land Black History Month Celebration
Urban Souls Dance Company will come to Sugar Land Town Square for a Black History Month performance. The group’s work prioritizes racial equity, healing and justice through dance, education and advocacy. In addition to the live performance, this event features an all-Black vendor market with diverse businesses, artisans, bookstores, authors and food vendors.
The Texas Tenors
The Charles Bender Performing Arts Center will present music group The Texas Tenors.
Adam Ferrara comedy show
The Sam Houston Race Park will host a comedy show featuring Adam Ferrara.
- Feb. 22, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
- $23 (admission)
- 7575 N. Sam Houston Parkway W., Houston
- www.shrp.com
Alvin Chocolate Festival
This event at the Alvin Knights of Columbus Hall will feature shopping, chocolate tasting with truffles and assorted candies, among other attractions.
Jazzy Sundays in the Parks kickoff
This special preview to Jazzy Sundays in the Parks celebrates the rich history of Black music in Houston. The Jazzy Sundays in the Parks series is made possible through a grant from the Kinder Foundation, and the event features free concerts in three Houston-area parks—Emancipation Park, Discovery Green and Buffalo Bayou Park.
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