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EXPLORE | | | | | | | Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo2510 Westridge Dr
Houston,
TX
77054
832-667-1000 | | | | | Description: This Texas-sized event annually attracts almost two million people during its three-week run, and it needs more than 16,000 volunteers to get off the ground! The exhibition features rodeo competitions, livestock judgings, bull ridings, lots of vendors, barbecue cook-offs, auctions, a carnival, and kids' activities absolutely something for everyone. However, its major appeal is its C&W concerts featuring folks like Gretchen Wilson, George Strait, Brooks & Dunn, and Trisha Yearwood.
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| 3511 Yoakum Blvd
Houston,
TX
77006
713-526-5377 | | | | | Description: For decades now, Houston residents have turned out to partake of Greek culture and tradition. This four-day festival boasts a busy slate of live music, folk dancing, and fabulous food. Children's activities make sure everyone in the family is accommodated, and a free shuttle helps take the hassle out of parking. Presale tickets include admission to the festival and a dinner plate; a gift shop and cathedral tours are also available. Whatever you do, make sure not to miss the pastries!
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| 1 Abercrombie Dr
Houston,
TX
77084
| | | | | Description: For more than 25 years, this lively festival has celebrated Italian music, wine, and food. Events address the European nation's culture, heritage, and allure and include everything from a grape stomp to a car show, arts and crafts area, and a pasta eating contest. Concerts and folk dancing are also showcased. A huge draw for everyone is the wealth of great foods to be had: sausages, cakes, cookies, pastas, pizzas, and much more!
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| 10215 FM 762
Richmond,
TX
77469
281-343-0218 | | | | | Description: Early settlers referred to themselves as "Texians," and this fall festival honors their lives and contributions through a series of historical re-enactments. Costumed performers bring to life crucial moments in Texas's early days of settlement and represent military and domestic events. Hands-on activities, arts and crafts exhibits, a children's carnival, lots of food, musical performances, and even a tractor pull also factor into the celebration. Education, entertainment, and fun for the whole family.
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| Wings Over Houston Airshow | | | | | Description: If you've always dreamt of piloting a state-of-the-art military jet, or if you can't get enough of the spectacle of perfectly aligned aircraft flying in formation, make sure to put this event on your autumn calendar. The popular airshow, now more than two decades old, draws folks young and old to come marvel at high-flying acrobatics, socialize with stunt pilots, and simply absorb the allure of flight, aeronautics, and machinery. The USAF Thunderbirds are guests of honor, and aircraft are displayed for public observation. Food and drink are also for sale. The field is located 15 miles south of Houston.
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| Ballunar Liftoff Festival1201 E NASA Rd 1
Houston,
TX
77058
281-488-7676 | | | | | Description: Marvel at the silent, graceful ascent of dozens of hot air balloons as they take to the skies at this incredible summer festival. Intended to spark a love of aviation and science in spectators, and especially in young people, the event offers daytime and nighttime displays. You can also expect to catch skydiving performances, food offerings from local restaurants, arts and crafts, and other displays related to flight of all kinds.
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| Hamilton and Texas
Houston,
TX
| | | | | Description: Everybody loves a parade, and this Thanksgiving Day procession is a favorite. Beginning at 9am, approximately 3000 folks gather to march through downtown streets, regaling spectators along the 20-block route with huge balloons, marching bands, colorful floats, and more. Kids, of course, can't get enough of the festivities, but adults also find themselves caught up in the excitement. Even if you can't make it to the real thing, find comfort in the fact that the whole event is televised for people at home.
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| Rusk and Avenida de las Americas
Houston,
TX
77010
| | | | | Description: Since its 1972 premiere, this marathon has grown by leaps and bounds and now greets participants from all over the world. The single-day event is a city mainstay, and the closed marathon course is unique in Texas. These days, folks can also compete in a half-marathon and a 5K fun run. The fast, flat course takes runners through some of Houston's better known areas and finishes up downtown near George R. Brown Convention Center on Rusk Street. Entertainments take place along the entire course of the marathon.
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| Houston International Festival | | | | | Description: One of Houston's larger festivals and its preeminent arts celebration, iFest salutes a different country each year, along with its attendant culture. The festival extends across two consecutive weekends in late April and takes place at venues throughout the city, including Sam Houston Park and City Hall. Musical performances get plenty of focus, but you'll also find arts and crafts for sale, a children's zone, and dance performances. Highlighted nations have included India, Jamaica, and Mexico.
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