Event Calendar

Veterans Day is an American holiday honoring military veterans. Both a federal holiday and a state holiday in all states, it is on the weekday closest to November 11th each year. It is also celebrated as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day in other parts of the world, falling on November 11, the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I.

Celebrate the Festival of Lights at this family-friendly Diwali Celebration hosted by Bollywood Dancing Stars. The program includes cultural dance performances, music, entertainment, and giveaways, offering an evening centered on Diwali traditions and community gathering. Free admission and free parking are listed by the organizer. Attendees can look forward to the scheduled performances and entertainment at Central Green Park. Visit the official event website for current schedule and event information.

Ashford Women's Club Turkey Trot is the first annual community run/walk supporting the Houston Food Bank. The event includes a 2.5-mile run/walk and a kids' 1K, welcoming runners, walkers, strollers, and families. Adult registration is listed at $20 plus a $2.20 fee; kids' registration is $5 plus a $1.30 fee. Online registration is listed as ending November 16 at 11:59 PM CST. Check the official event page for registration details and the latest updates.

In the United States, Thanksgiving or Thanksgiving Day is an annual one-day legal holiday that is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November (i.e. the Thursday falling between November 22 and November 28). The period from Thanksgiving Day to New Year's Day is often collectively referred to as the "holiday season" and the holiday itself is often nicknamed Turkey Day. Thanksgiving is generally considered a secular holiday and is not directly based on religious canon or dogma. The holiday's origins trace to harvest festivals that have been celebrated in many cultures since ancient times and most people celebrate by gathering at home with family or friends for a holiday feast. A tradition also exists to share the fruits of the harvest with those who are less fortunate.

Holiday in the Plaza is a public holiday gathering at CITYCENTRE Plaza, scheduled weather permitting. The event features Santa, reindeer, holiday performances, professional Santa photos, and an SPCA donation drive. The organizer states that professional Santa photos are free and also describes a complimentary photo in exchange for an SPCA donation. Admission information is not otherwise stated. Visit the official event website for current event details and updates.