This weekend in The Woodlands, TX

Runners and walkers gather at the Mill Creek Community Pool to start with brief introductions, a route overview, and a quick group photo before heading out together. There is ample parking and access to restrooms. Everyone is encouraged to move at a comfortable pace, whether walking, jogging, or running, and it is easy to find others going a similar speed. Strollers are welcome. The looped route follows peaceful, tree-lined county roads with plenty of shade and typically light traffic. One loop covers about 5K, and two loops cover about 10K. Bring water or a hydration bottle, and inviting a friend is welcome but optional. The emphasis is on supportive community and healthy movement rather than racing.

This is a free weekly timed 5 km run. Each week features a timed 5 km at no cost.

Bring your family for a fun, family-friendly duck race day at the pool. You can register to enter a duck in a series of events, including time for decorating and cheering on your contestant. All decorating materials are provided, and the racing includes runs down the slide and along the lazy river.

Build your skating skills at Rainbow Roller Rink in Conroe with lessons open to everyone from kids to adults. Admission is $10 and includes skates. No advance sign up is required, and lesson payments are cash only. Please come a bit early so there is time to get fitted with skates. Instruction is offered in two levels, beginner and advanced. On your first visit, start in the beginner group, and coaches will move skaters to the advanced group when the skills are there.

Boys ages 6 to 12 can take part in a football combine at the Conroe High School Auxiliary Field, training with the Varsity Tigers Football Team. The fee is $50 and includes a t-shirt, a snack, and a drink. Registration is required.

Bring the whole crew for an all-ages painting class featuring a Funky Cacti design. Kids and adults can paint during Family Day, with guidance on how to support children while keeping the focus on their own creativity. Arrive a bit early to get settled and enjoy time together at the studio. Snacks and drinks are welcome, and adults must stay with their children during the class.

Celebrate the upcoming school year at a back to school celebration featuring a bounce house, face painting, fresh popcorn, and swag. Guests can also take a tour and learn about enrollment incentives, offering a chance for friends or family interested in the community to get information.

Enjoy casual tabletop battles featuring Warhammer, Battletech, and Star Wars: Legion. Bring your army, grab a table, and take on opponents in a relaxed setting with a welcoming community that is eager to meet more players.

At Deacon Baldy’s in Magnolia, the Cousins Maine Lobster truck serves a relaxed vibe with plenty of crowd favorites. Enjoy Maine, garlic, and Connecticut lobster rolls, along with lobster tacos and quesadillas, lobster tots and tails, lobster grilled cheese, creamy lobster bisque or clam chowder, and sweet whoopie pies. Preordering is available through the CML app and earns rewards. Service is cashless, with payment accepted by all major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and in-app options.

This free Pokémon Trading Card Game gathering at The Adventure Begins welcomes newcomers and veterans alike. Learn core rules, trade with fellow trainers, and get practice in for upcoming tournaments in a friendly league setting. Staff can reference TCGplayer pricing to help guide fair trades, but each participant is responsible for their own trade decisions and for watching over their collection. The focus is on learning, trading, and play, and player-to-player cash transactions are not permitted on the store premises.

Battle for glory in a Flesh and Blood tournament taking place at The Adventure Begins. The format is Classic Constructed, and players bring a complete deck built around Rathe's heroes. The entry fee is $12.50. Prize support grows with attendance and may include booster packs, promos from the Armory Kit, and in-store credit.

Free to attend, this casual Magic: The Gathering Commander night features relaxed multiplayer games. Players bring their decks and friends and are seated in pods aligned to different power levels, whether running preconstructed lists or finely tuned builds. The environment is welcoming, with chances to meet new players and form lasting connections in the Magic community. It is also a handy place to test strategies, try fresh builds, or showcase favorite combos. Check in with the MTG Companion app to earn complimentary promos and other special extras. Expect commanders taking center stage, flashy plays, and memorable stories from the games.

A Wild West themed Special Needs Prom celebrates every guest with music and dancing, a photo booth, and sensory friendly options so everyone can enjoy the festivities. Attendees can come in formal attire, western outfits, or whatever makes them feel like a star. Inspired by Isaiah 24:14 and a joyful message that the west is wild about God, this celebration takes place in Wesley Hall on The Woodlands campus.

Every Child Deserves An Ever After is a gala at Marriott Waterway The Woodlands with a black-tie optional dress code, welcoming formal attire without requiring it.

The Southern Hospitality Tour brings The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion for a concert featuring both bands. A strict bag policy will be in effect. Non-clear bags and purses must measure under 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches, and clear bags must be under 12 inches by 12 inches. Ticket access includes a Public Onsale and a range of presales, including Preferred Seating, VIP Package, The Black Crowes Mafia, The Whiskey Myers Fan Club, Citi Cardmember, Spotify, The Black Crowes Artist, Whiskey Myers Artist, Ticketmaster, Huntsman, Venue/Woodforest/Xfinity, Citi Cardmember Preferred, and Live Nation.

Settle in for a Texas country showcase from Lane Bricker at The Table at Madeley. A Texas born singer and songwriter, he grew up in a musical household where his father earned accolades as a pianist and producer, and a nudge from a college friend led him to pick up the guitar and find his calling. His sound leans into tradition, mixing homegrown Texas country with touches inspired by Merle Haggard, Keith Whitley, George Strait, and Charlie Robison. His performance highlights heartfelt storytelling and an authentic approach.

Storm Troopers delivers a classic rock tribute to Ted Nugent at Crazy Train Food Truck Park. The show features 90 minutes of Ted Nugent music, followed by an additional 30 minutes of Bad Habits. A full bar will be available and a variety of food trucks will be on site. Guests may bring their own chairs to relax while enjoying the performance.

Fall of Hans brings a hard-hitting set to Crazy Train Food Truck Park, featuring 90s and early 2000s rock and metal covers. Look for high-energy renditions of songs by Pantera, Lamb of God, Slipknot, Slayer, and more. There is no cover. Guests can bring chairs to relax between riffs or get ready for a night of nonstop headbanging.

See Seger System, a tribute to Bob Seger, live at Dosey Doe - The Big Barn. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and dinner runs from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Ticket pricing includes a three-course meal.

Ne-Yo and Akon are teaming up for a stop at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in Spring, Texas, as part of their 2026 road tour called “Nights Like This.” Expect a mix of hit songs and big party energy, with both artists bringing their R&B style to the stage for an evening of live music.

Brunch pairs with a live acoustic set from JP Lee, creating a laid back experience for fans of live music. Guests from The Woodlands, Spring, Conroe, and Magnolia can expect easygoing tunes that suit a casual pub atmosphere alongside brunch.

Junk Journal Shenanigans is a relaxed, drop-in creative session with the Junk Journal Creative Club. Work on junk journaling at your own pace. The $15 fee includes a self-serve embellishment bar plus access to tools, stamps, inks, and paints, along with light refreshments.

Paint your own candle creation during this all-ages Family Day class. The session runs from noon to 2:00 PM, and participants are encouraged to arrive at least 30 minutes early if they are adding the candle to their registration. Kids and adults are welcome to paint together, and adults must stay with their child(ren) throughout the class. Feel free to bring snacks and drinks for the occasion, and plan to arrive 15 to 20 minutes early to get set up. Seating is limited, so you may be asked to move if a paying customer needs a spot.

At Nexus Night, compete against friends and rivals in weekly one-on-one matches that follow standard deck construction and rulings. Every participant receives an Origins Promo Pack, and additional prizes are based on attendance and product allocation.

Get ready for the new dance year with a multi-day boutique sale hosted at Boni’s main studio. Shop class essentials such as leotards, dance skirts, tights, leggings, dresses, and shoes, plus helpful extras like dance bags, lunch boxes, jackets, sizing kits, yard signs, car stickers, and Boni’s bun bags. It offers a convenient way to outfit dancers with everything they need in one stop.

Lynn's Table in Old Town Spring hosts a happy hour focused on ice cream and desserts, featuring limited-time specials. Guests can enjoy favorite scoops and sweets while the promotion lasts.

This monthly gathering takes place on the second Sunday in Herrington Hall and welcomes ages 55+. Bring a favorite game, a snack, and a friend for a relaxed evening of play and conversation.

Ne-Yo and Akon bring the Nights Like This Tour to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in Spring, Texas. The concert showcases both artists performing live on the same stage at this venue.

Experience a lively Funday with line dancing and a playlist that ranges from classic tunes to the latest hits in both English and Spanish. The music selection keeps you on your toes with fresh surprises throughout, and the one constant is plenty of fun.

A weekly Yu-Gi-Oh! tournament featuring Advanced Constructed format with the official forbidden and limited list in effect. Players are encouraged to register using a Konami ID or COSSY ID. Prize support is based on the number of participants and may include packs, tournament packs, or store credit.

This weekly Star Wars: Unlimited tournament uses Premiere Rules with deck construction. Participants receive a booster pack upon completing the event, plus an additional pack for each win. Attendees must follow The Adventure Begins store rules as well as Star Wars: Unlimited TCG rules.

At Community Fieldhouse, OMNi’s regular pickup soccer session brings together players of all levels for high energy play centered on community, competition, and fun. The format adapts to attendance so everyone gets meaningful time on the field. When 24 players or fewer take part, the session follows an 11 versus 11 style on a full field with rotating substitutions and balanced teams. If more than 24 arrive, organizers typically form three to four squads of eight or nine players and run rotating matchups and mini games to keep the tempo quick, increase touches, and limit downtime. Matches are played to three goals or 15 minutes. Clear guidelines promote safety and respect. Competitive play is encouraged, but disrespect, harassment, and fighting are not allowed. Anyone who starts a fight is removed immediately, faces a minimum two game suspension, and may be banned for the season depending on severity. Slide tackles directly at an opponent are prohibited, though sliding to block or intercept the ball is permitted as long as it does not create dangerous contact. Excessive body checking without an attempt to play the ball is not allowed, while fair shoulder to shoulder challenges on the ball are acceptable. Tackles from behind are forbidden. These infractions can lead to yellow cards, and serious or reckless challenges may draw a red card, especially if a clear scoring chance is denied. Substitutions may only occur during stoppages, and teams are expected to manage them in an organized way. A yellow card serves as a warning for unsafe or unsportsmanlike play. Two yellows equal a red, which removes the player and leaves the team short handed. A straight red results in immediate removal and possible additional suspension after review. Teams should maintain enough players for safe, competitive action. For coed sessions, the minimum is six total players with at least one female player on the field at all times. Players can expect a friendly yet competitive environment, organized rotations, and balanced teams. Sessions may take place on indoor or outdoor turf depending on the session, and the atmosphere blends music, fitness, community, and soccer. The focus extends beyond the game itself, emphasizing building friendships, staying active, competing together, and strengthening a soccer community that welcomes former players, current league competitors, weekend regulars, and those returning to the sport.

Houston welcomes a tour stop that carries a confident, easygoing energy tailored to Akon’s melodic style. The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion offers an inviting mix of closeness and scale, giving quieter moments space to breathe while bigger rhythms fill the venue. Songs like Don’t Matter land with heartfelt impact, and the livelier tracks keep a steady groove throughout the night. The performance stays cohesive and rooted in feeling, delivering a show that is polished, warm, and reassuringly familiar.