Event Roundup: What to Look Forward to This Weekend

Happy Friday! Here are a few events to look forward to this weekend. 

Movie at Market Square Park

Get in the holiday spirit at Market Square Park and enjoy the movie Trading Places under the stars. The Rice Philarmonics will be there to spread some holiday cheer. Carols start at 6:30 p.m  and the film starts at 7 p.m. See more details.

Gingerbread Build Off

More than 3,000 are expected to cheer on these professional architects as they construct creative, delicious-looking gingerbread houses. The event includes a kids’ construction zone and a Santa appearance. See the details. 

The Heritage Society’s Annual Candlelight Tour

Experience Houston’s history through decorated buildings and historic characters with a cup of cocoa in hand. There’ll be children’s activities plus performances. See more details.

Elves on the Run 

Enjoy this nighttime holiday run Saturday evening, which includes a Kids Race and a 5K Run/Walk. The run begins at The Heritage Society and continues down Allen Parkway, with holiday music playing the whole way. The race benefits Be an Angel. See more details.

Christmas Concert at Westbury Baptist Church

Join Westbury Baptist Church for a Christmas Concert on Sunday, 11 a.m., including a combined worship service with the orchestra and choir. See more details. 

YMCA Jingle Bell Run & Walk

More than 7,000 will participate in this annual run/walk downtown, which includes a 5-mile timed race, a 3-mile run/walk, a kids fun run, a costume contest, live music, food trucks and more. The run raises funds for the Tellepsen Family Downtown YMCA. See more details.

More events

Save the date for more upcoming holiday events in Houston and Galveston in our holiday listing and check out our events calendar.