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Dress Up Your Pup for the Annual Dog Costume Contest

October 17, 2017 by

The First Annual Dog Costume Contest was such a hit last year that even its organizers were surprised. They'd planned for 15 or 20 dogs to show up in costume and were stunned when nearly 100 arrived instead. So this year, they're prepared for a huge turnout at the Second Annual Dog Costume Contest on Sunday, October 22nd.

Axelrad is hosting the event starting at 2 p.m. when a parade of costumed pooches will head across the stage. If you want your dog to be among them, email the event coordinator in advance to enter him in the contest. The best-dressed dogs will earn prizes while owners enjoy beer from Saint Arnold Brewing Company and Brash Brewing Company. The Harris County Animal Shelter and Reggie's Friends will also be on-hand if you're thinking about adding to your growing fur family.

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Celebrate the Season at the 7th Annual Houston Halloween Festival

October 12, 2017 by

The 7th Annual Houston Halloween Festival is an all-ages event that celebrates the fun and spooky aspects of Halloween. It's slated for October 21st from 5 to 10 p.m., and it has a slew of things to do. Youngsters can pick a pumpkin from the patch, watch magicians and jugglers perform, play carnival games, or create some Halloween-themed crafts, among many other activities.

There's also plenty of entertainment for adults. Enjoy a brew or two in the beer garden, and then listen to live music at the Bud Light stage. Check out the vendors from around Houston and grab some grub from a food truck. Tickets are $10 for adults (kids under 11 are free), and the proceeds go to a scholarship fund for local students.

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Midtown in Motion on October 14th: Get Your Yoga Flow On

October 12, 2017 by

Every second and fourth Saturday of the month, Bagby Park hosts Midtown in Motion from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. It's a free fitness class—or sometimes a pair of free fitness classes—designed to get Houstonians outdoors with other community members as they work out.

On Saturday, October 14th, local fitness guru Roz Jones will lead the two-hour sweat session. At 9:30 a.m., she kicks off the first half of her workout: a round of high-intensity interval training (or HIIT). This approach to exercise aims to boost metabolism and encourage a more efficient burning of energy. Then at 10:30 a.m., participants switch tracks and flow through a yoga practice for the next hour. In addition to enjoying a free fitness class, those who participate in Midtown in Motion will also be entered in a drawing to win gift cards to local businesses in Midtown.

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Wanderlust 108 Houston: A Mindful Type of Triathlon

October 10, 2017 by

The three-pronged athletic endeavor that participants will complete at Wanderlust 108 Houston is a little different than your average triathlon. Instead of swimming, biking, and running long distances, competitors will start with a 5K race, followed by a healthy activity of your choice, like yoga, and meditation.

The fun kicks off with the 5K at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 14th. Once you reach the end, decide whether you want to take part in a round of acro-yoga or hula-hooping. Then grab a healthy, organic lunch at True North Cafe, explore the lineup of arts and crafts vendors, and dance along to music from local bands and DJs. There will also be health-centric speakers and teachers at the post-race festival, so you can spend some of your day deepening your understanding of healthy living. Tickets are $39 for individuals.

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Find the Perfect Piece to Complete Your Home at the Vintique Flea Houston

October 9, 2017 by

If you hate using cookie-cutter pieces when decorating your apartment, then the Vintique Flea Houston is where you should be shopping. On October 14th and 15th, Houston's Silver Street Studios hosts this round-up of local vintage and antique vendors, each fully stocked with one-of-a-kind pieces.

Come to Silver Street Studios to check out the assortment of retro pieces. If you're looking for the final touch for a DIY project that you've been working on, or you need a specific item to polish off a room that's almost completely furnished, the Vintique Flea Houston may be able to oblige. And since everything here is vintage, you'll get a good deal on most of the items. After you find the piece you've been looking for, reward yourself with lunch from one of the food trucks slated to appear at Silver Street Studios. Admission is just $5.

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Support Houston’s Artisans When You Shop Local at Sigma Brewing on October 7th

October 4, 2017 by

Given that a group of "local dudes" own and operate Sigma Brewing Co., it makes perfect sense that it would host a market showcasing local artisans. Shop Local at Sigma Brewing Co. will bring more than 20 artisans, plus a lineup of food vendors and local bands, to the Houston brewery on Saturday, October 7th.

From 4 to 10 p.m., the brewery invites Labels Vintage Streetwear, Three Sisters Jewelry, and many other local businesses and crafters to come and showcase their unique pieces. Complemented by Chocolate Wasted Ice Cream Co., El Pobre Tex Mex BBQ, and, of course, pints of Sigma's own beer, there's enough to keep you occupied all evening long. Browse the handcrafted items, enjoy some grub, and soak up the local tunes at Shop Local at Sigma Brewing Co.

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Sink Your Teeth into a “Swine Apple” at the International Bacon Fest

October 3, 2017 by

Have you ever experienced crispy bacon wrapped around a pineapple stuffed with smoky pulled pork? This salty-sweet creation is known as a "Swine Apple," and you can sink your teeth into one at the International Bacon Fest in Houston on Saturday, October 7th.

From 1 to 7 p.m., HTX Sports Creek transforms into one big tasting room where pork serves as the tasty focal point. Doughmaker Donuts, Bacon Brothers Public House, and more will collaborate with many other Houston eateries and food trucks to dish out food that features bacon or other forms of pork. The real star of the show is the Bacon Bar by Bundt Cake-A-Holic. Although the exact contents of the Bacon Bar remain shrouded in mystery, rest assured it will have everything you need to create a decadent, treat. Tickets start at $5 for kids and $10 for adults, and food and drink are sold separately.

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Shape Up Your Cutting Skills at a Cooking Workshop This August

August 21, 2017 by

Learn veggie growing and cutting techniques at a special Cutco Kitchen Party. At the kitchen party (and workshop) guests will learn how to properly cut produce to minimize waste. Professionals will lead a demonstration that will teach guests how to properly cut produce, and there will be stations throughout the store for guests to visit to try out their newly learned skills.

Complimentary wine and healthy snacks will be available throughout the workshop. The event is completely free to attend, but those interested in attending should register online ahead of time. The event is taking place at the Cutco Kitchen Store. Why not take the opportunity to improve your cooking skills for free this summer? This event runs for two hours, from 6 to 8 p.m. tomorrow. Be sure to sign up for your spot in the workshop soon!

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The 2017 Houston Food Fest: More Than 60 Vendors From Around Houston

August 16, 2017 by

CC's Creole Corner. Boogies BBQ. Gyro King. These are just a few of the local eateries that are in the lineup for this year's 2017 Houston Food Fest. The long list features all different kinds of fares, from classic American burgers to Spanish-inspired tapas. So you're going to want to get to Hermann Square, which is hosting the fest, as soon as the gates open at 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 19th.

That should allow you ample time to move throughout the entire festival, making pit stops at many of the 60-plus vendors who will be on the scene, including purveyors of frosty craft beers. Local bands will also provide the soundtrack for a day of fun. General admission is just $5, and then you pay as you eat and drink.

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Houston International Jazz Festival: Enjoy Music From All Over the World

August 3, 2017 by

The Houston International Jazz Festival returns to the city this year on Friday, August 4th and Saturday, August 5th. Like the fest does every year, it's anticipated to attract thousands of jazz lovers to downtown. They're coming to listen to the tunes of globally renowned artists as well as some from closer to home.

The focal point of the weekend is the Showdown Throwdown, a battle of the brass bands performed live. This year, it's Texas versus Louisiana. To Be Continued Brass Band will face off against the Bayou City Brass Band at The Warehouse on Saturday at 7 p.m. The live music will be judged, and a winner will be crowned before the end of the night. Tickets to the festival start at $30.

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