[May 25 – Sept. 23, 2022] Children can explore five well-known works of art and “step into” interactive settings, gaining an appreciation for the world of art at The Woodlands Children’s Museum. Learn More: https://hellowoodlands.com/famous-paintings-and-artists-featured-at-the-woodlands-childrens-museum/

Famous Paintings and Artists Featured at The Woodlands Children’s Museum

The Woodlands Christian Academy’s RISE (Recharge In Summer Enrichment) is making its grand debut and we couldn’t be more excited! TWCA staff has created academic, athletic, interest based, and fine arts opportunities for grades PreK-12^th during the month of June and July. Learn more and register today at https://bit.ly/TWCASummer

TWCA’s specialized offerings are the perfect opportunity for students to recharge spiritually, intellectually, creatively, physically and socially with friends and teachers! To allow your family time to browse the offerings and check your summer calendar, registration is now open!

We can’t wait to Recharge with you!

Where’s Waldo? In The Woodlands, of course! Hosted by the neighborhood bookshop, Village Books, the iconic children’s book character in the red-and-white-striped shirt and black-rimmed specs is visiting twenty-five local businesses throughout our community this July. Celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2022, Find Waldo Local is a great summer vacation activity and a wonderful way to support local businesses.

Beginning July 1, anyone who wishes to participate can pick up a “Find Waldo Local in The Woodlands!” stamp card (which contains the names of all the participating sites) at Village Books (9955 Woodlands Parkway, Suite F). With each Waldo they spot, they can get their card stamped or signed by the participating shop. To make things a little more challenging, there will be one slightly different Waldo hiding in Village Books. Collecting store stamps or signatures at twenty or more businesses will entitle diligent seekers entry into a grand-prize drawing for Waldo books and paraphernalia.

Martin Handford’s collections of crowd scenes took the world by storm in the late 1980s, and since then the books have held a cherished place on bookstore shelves. More than 78 million Waldo books have been sold worldwide, and they’ve been translated into over thirty languages. An entire generation has grown up searching for Waldo.

Once again, in celebration of Waldo’s longevity and popularity, Candlewick Press is teaming up with the American Booksellers Association and hundreds of independent bookstores such as Village Books across the country for some hide-and-seek fun designed to encourage residents to patronize their local businesses. There is no charge to participate, and the fun lasts for the entire month of July. For more information about looking for Waldo in The Woodlands, call Village Books at 281.771.8462.

Every first Friday of the month from June to September, bring your family and friends to an all ages, fun-filled monthly BINGO night at the Rob Fleming Recreation Center from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Prizes awarded for good bingos. Snacks will be provided on a first come, first served basis. Due to the event selling out, pre-registration is highly recommended. The fee is $5 per person. Learn More: Family BINGO Night

• June 3, 2022
• July 1, 2022
• Aug 5, 2022
• Sept 2, 2022

Located in the Grogans Mill Shopping Center, The Woodlands Farmers Market is home to vendors offering locally grown produce, grass fed beef, Texas handmade artisan cheeses, goat cheese, sustainably cultivated coffee, local honey, breads & pastries, no sugar-added baked goods, prepared tamales, Indian cuisine & Mediterranean food, gluten-free options, and seasonal products. The market is open every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Learn more and discover other markets here: www.hellowoodlands.com/local-outdoor-markets-2022.

Kick off your Independence Day right with Star-Spangled Salute at The Pavilion July 3! It’s the perfect opportunity to grab some time together – time to remember, time to celebrate, and time to stand in awe of a the brilliantly patriotic tunes from the Houston Symphony. Gates open at 6:30 p.m., Show starts at 8:00 p.m.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/StarSpangledSalute2022

[July 4, 2022] Put on your red, white and blue and get a prime viewing spot for the exciting South County Fourth of July Parade. The 1.3-mile parade around The Woodlands features marching bands, fire engines, clowns, floats and more, starting at 9 a.m. Learn More: www.hellowoodlands.com/2022-south-county-4th-of-july-parade-stronger-together

2022 South County 4th of July Parade “Stronger Together”

[July 4, 2022] Each Township pool will have patriotic decorations, activities and refreshments (while supplies last). The Woodlands Red, Hot & Pool will take place from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. with the 4th of July activities happening between noon and 4 p.m. Please note daily fees will apply for residents and non-residents. Entry is free for season pool pass holders. Learn More: Red, Hot & Pool

[July 4, 2022] Celebrate freedom in The Woodlands with great food, live entertainment and family fun at multiple locations around The Woodlands! The event culminates with one of the largest fireworks displays in the Greater Houston area. Learn more at https://bit.ly/RedHotBlue2022

Enjoy a variety of activities throughout The Woodlands at the below locations! All sites will feature live music beginning at 6 p.m. with bands playing until the Fireworks Extravaganza at approximately 9:30 p.m.

Town Green Park (2099 Lake Robbins Drive)

• Town Green Park Freedom Stage – Rock Hound (Variety)
• Town Green Park Independence Stage – Redd Sky Band (Southern Rock)
• Festival activities include fireworks, strolling entertainment, face painting, balloon art, children’s arts and crafts, concessions and live music on two stages.

Northshore Park (2505 Lake Woodlands Drive)

• Johnny and the Spinsations (50s-80s Variety)
• Festival activities include fireworks, face painting, concessions and live music.

Waterway Square (31 Waterway Square Place)

• Time Warp (80s, 90s & Today’s Hits)
• Festival activities include fireworks, face painting, balloon art, concessions and live music
• Fourth of July Parade Awards at 7 p.m.

Rob Fleming Park (6055 Creekside Forest Drive)

• The Woodlands Symphony Orchestra Presents: Patriotic Pops Experience
• Festival activities include fireworks, face painting, concessions and live music.

Hughes Landing (1900 Hughes Landing Boulevard)

• John Barraza Project (Variety)
• Festival activities include fireworks and live music.  

Fireworks Launch Locations
The 18-minute Fireworks Extravaganza will take place at approximately 9:30 p.m. The primary fireworks display will be located in Lake Woodlands adjacent to Northshore Park, with a secondary close-proximity (special effects) display at Town Green Park.

Event-goers and spectators are encouraged to experience both the sights and sounds of the Fireworks Extravaganza by tuning in to KSTAR Country 99.7 FM.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/RedHotBlue2022

Find your groove at Heritage Place! Invite your friends, bring the family to relax to a variety of bands in this free concert series for all ages held in the months of April thru September. Get comfortable, bring your chairs and blankets. Food, soda and water may be brought in. No alcohol may be brought in. Beer and wine will be sold at the event. Food trucks and Conroe Market Days on site. Music starts at 7:00pm. Learn More: Free Concert Series at Heritage Place

Concert Lineup:

• April 14 – Dirty River Boys
• May 5 – The Fab 5 Beatles Tribute Band
• June 2 – Already Gone Eagles Tribute Band
• July 7 – Best of Both Worlds Van Halen Tribute Band
• August 4 – Texas Flood Stevie Ray Vaughn Tribute Band
• September 1 – Mike and the Moonpies

Visit The Woodlands Mall Thursdays from 7-9 pm for Movies on the Lawn! Bring your blankets and chairs, grab your family and friends, and enjoy movies from fan favorites to newer releases. Movie Nights are complementary and dependent on weather. Learn More: Movies on the Lawn at The Woodlands Mall

Schedule:

• June 23 – Princess and The Frog
• July 7 – The Rookie
• July 14 – Encanto
• July 21 – Incredibles 2
• August 4 – Shrek
• August 18 – Cruella
• August 25 – Lego Movie
• September 1 – Ratatouille
• September 8 – School of Rock
• September 15 – Finding Nemo

Experience Hughes Landing on scenic Lake Woodlands with live music Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m.! Rock the Row features local and regional bands playing a variety of favorites from pop and rock to country during the summer and fall. Coolers, picnic baskets, blankets and lawn chairs are permitted. Glass is prohibited. All entertainment is weather-dependent and subject to change. Learn more at https://bit.ly/RocktheRow

• Thursday, May 19 – Nick and the Hits (Variety)
• Thursday, May 26 – Charlie and the Regrets (Alt-Country/Americana)
• Thursday, June 2 – Adrian Michael and the Greenway Band (Variety)
• Thursday, July 7 – Donavan Keith (R&B/Soul)
• Thursday, July 14 – Brenda Guy The One Woman Show (Variety)
• Thursday, July 21 – Cold Shot (Variety)
• Thursday, July 28 – Rapture (Variety)
• Thursday, August 4 – Walkin’ the Line (A Tribute to Johnny Cash)
• Thursday, August 11 – 100 Proof (Variety)

Join us for Latin Night at Como Social Club with Yelba on Thursday July 7, 14, 21, & 28 from 9pm – midnight!

Enjoy live music at Latin Night with Yelba at Como Social Club located at 2 Waterway Square Place in The Woodlands.

Learn more at www.comosocialclub.com/happenings.

Join us for Latin Night at Como Social Club with Yelba on Thursday July 7, 14, 21, & 28 from 9pm – midnight!

Enjoy live music at Latin Night with Yelba at Como Social Club located at 2 Waterway Square Place in The Woodlands.

Learn more at www.comosocialclub.com/happenings.

Located in the Grogans Mill Shopping Center, The Woodlands Farmers Market is home to vendors offering locally grown produce, grass fed beef, Texas handmade artisan cheeses, goat cheese, sustainably cultivated coffee, local honey, breads & pastries, no sugar-added baked goods, prepared tamales, Indian cuisine & Mediterranean food, gluten-free options, and seasonal products. The market is open every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Learn more and discover other markets here: www.hellowoodlands.com/local-outdoor-markets-2022.

The Shenandoah Farmers Market features a vendor list providing a diverse variety of farm-fresh produce, organic sauces and seasonings, baked goods, grass-fed meat, handcrafted refreshments and even dog treats for those wishing to bring their four-legged friends. Additionally, artisans will be included and will be selling their hand-crafted items. Everything is grown, made, or built locally in Texas. The Market is held monthly at Metropark Square, 8888 Metropark Drive Shenandoah, TX 77381, from 10am – 1pm. Learn More: Shenandoah Farmers Market

• January 8, 2022
• February 12, 2022
• March 12, 2022
• April 9, 2022
• May 14, 2022
• June 11, 2022
• July 9, 2022
• August 13, 2022
• September 10, 2022
• October 8, 2022
• November 12, 2022
• December 10, 2022

[July 9, 2022] Experience the lights and sirens of public safety equipment at the Central Fire Station from 11:00am - 1:00pm. Meet first responders, tour the fire station, explore a fire truck and police patrol vehicle and learn more about Neighborhood Watch and National Night Out. Learn More: www.hellowoodlands.com/townships-public-safety-open-house-celebrates-public-safety-partnerships-2

Township’s Public Safety Open House Celebrates Public Safety Partnerships

2nd Saturday at the Depot is a free family-friendly event at the Historic Tomball Depot! As summer vacation kicks off, this is a perfect time for the whole family to enjoy a movie under the stars! The City of Tomball is pleased to offer a free movie screening at the Depot every second Saturday from June to November. Movies begin at dusk. Grab lawn chairs, blankets and your favorite snacks and head to the Tomball Depot Plaza for a fun family time. Learn More: 2nd Saturday at The Depot

Movie Schedule: 

• Encanto – June 11
• A Bug’s Life – July 9
• Stuart Little – August 13
• Ratatouille – September 10
• Hotel Transylvania – October 8
• Clifford the Big Red Dog – November 12

Gosling has a new community market popping up! Find fresh produce, crafts, baked goods, food, gifts, service providers, local businesses, small businesses…all kids of goodies starting March 20, 2022! Gosling Sunday Market, formerly Woodlands Square Market, is now held at Woodlands Sportsplex, 25251 Gosling Rd, Spring, TX 77389, from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Learn More: Gosling Sunday Market

2022 Dates:

• Mar 20, 2022
• Apr 3, 2022
• May 1, 2022
• June 5, 2022
• July 10, 2022
• Aug 7, 2022
• Sept 4, 2022
• Oct 2, 2022
• Nov 6, 2022
• Dec 4, 2022

2023 Dates:

• Jan 15, 2023
• Jan 29, 2023
• Feb 12, 2023
• Feb 26, 2023
• Mar 12, 2023
• Mar 26, 2023
• Apr 16, 2023
• Apr 30, 2023
• May 21, 2023

Join us for Family Movie Nights at Creekside Park Village Green on June 8, 2022, 6:30 – 10 p.m.

Free Family Movies at Creekside Park Village Green:

• June 8 | Space Jam: A New Legacy
• July 13 | Sing 2
• August 3 | Clifford

DJ will play music from 6:30 – 8:30 PM | Movies start at 8:30 PM

Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. Glass not permitted.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/CreeksideMovieNights

Experience Hughes Landing on scenic Lake Woodlands with live music Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m.! Rock the Row features local and regional bands playing a variety of favorites from pop and rock to country during the summer and fall. Coolers, picnic baskets, blankets and lawn chairs are permitted. Glass is prohibited. All entertainment is weather-dependent and subject to change. Learn more at https://bit.ly/RocktheRow

• Thursday, May 19 – Nick and the Hits (Variety)
• Thursday, May 26 – Charlie and the Regrets (Alt-Country/Americana)
• Thursday, June 2 – Adrian Michael and the Greenway Band (Variety)
• Thursday, July 7 – Donavan Keith (R&B/Soul)
• Thursday, July 14 – Brenda Guy The One Woman Show (Variety)
• Thursday, July 21 – Cold Shot (Variety)
• Thursday, July 28 – Rapture (Variety)
• Thursday, August 4 – Walkin’ the Line (A Tribute to Johnny Cash)
• Thursday, August 11 – 100 Proof (Variety)

Visit The Woodlands Mall Thursdays from 7-9 pm for Movies on the Lawn! Bring your blankets and chairs, grab your family and friends, and enjoy movies from fan favorites to newer releases. Movie Nights are complementary and dependent on weather. Learn More: Movies on the Lawn at The Woodlands Mall

Schedule:

• June 23 – Princess and The Frog
• July 7 – The Rookie
• July 14 – Encanto
• July 21 – Incredibles 2
• August 4 – Shrek
• August 18 – Cruella
• August 25 – Lego Movie
• September 1 – Ratatouille
• September 8 – School of Rock
• September 15 – Finding Nemo

All the bright lights and big sounds of Broadway are coming to your backyard with A Night on Broadway July 14! The full Houston Symphony, unbound, will make this already definitive music something even greater to behold. Learn more at https://bit.ly/HSOBroadway

Join us for A Night on Broadway performed by the Houston Symphony on July 14 at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion! Gates open at 7 p.m., Show begins at 8 p.m. Free Lawn and Mezzanine Seating – no tickets required.

What if…all the bright lights and big sounds of Broadway came to your backyard? You were born to be a star.

At least, that’s the way walking through Times Square on the way to a Broadway show feels. The lights are bright, the music is loud and hopes are high. The flashing signs seem to call out, offering opportunity around every corner. There’s people bustling and taking pictures, smiling and laughing or rushing to catch a train at Grand Central.

But not you. Your focus is laser-like. You have a front-row seat to something spectacular, and you’re not going to miss a single moment. You know the wonder the night ahead holds – epic songs, big dance numbers, and flourishing emotions all wrapped in a story that could knock your socks off on its own.

You’re going to a Broadway Musical.

It’s an experience truly unlike anything else, and its history is foundational to American culture. To take in a Broadway show means the chance to leave the world for a little while and enter a more vibrant, vivid and energetic realm where almost anything can happen. All of that energy, story and emotion comes back to one beautiful element – the music.

Whether an intimate love story featuring two actors or an epic Broadway odyssey boasting a hundred, it’s the music of Broadway that sets it apart. Through smashes like “Phantom of the Opera”, “The Lion King” and “Les Miserables”, Broadway has introduced audiences to musical scores that haunt, thrill and inspire. We’ll say it again – there’s just nothing quite like it.

Normally, it’s an experience reserved for a few blocks of Manhattan concrete. But not on July 14th – that night, the scores and emotion that set Broadway apart are coming to The Pavilion’s Main Stage.

While Broadway shows are normally restricted by small theaters that reduce the size of the orchestra, on July 14th the full Houston Symphony, unbound, will make this already definitive music something even greater to behold.

Keep an eye out as we announce the pieces coming to you – and let us know what excites you most.

Are you ready to find yourself in a brighter world? Then we’ll see you on Broadway.

Orchestra Price: $25
Free Lawn and Mezzanine Seating – no tickets required.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/HSOBroadway

[July 14, 2022] Whether an intimate love story featuring two actors or an epic Broadway odyssey boasting a hundred, it’s the music of Broadway that sets it apart. Through smashes like “Phantom of the Opera”, “The Lion King” and “Les Miserables”, Broadway has introduced audiences to musical scores that haunt, thrill and inspire. Hear them performed by The Houston Symphony at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Free lawn and mezzanine seating – no tickets required. Learn More: A Night on Broadway featuring the Houston Symphony.

Discover more performing arts events on the 2022 lineup at The Pavilion: www.hellowoodlands.com/the-pavilion-announces-2022-performing-arts-season-lineup.

The Pavilion Announces 2022 Performing Arts Season Lineup

Join us for Latin Night at Como Social Club with Yelba on Thursday July 7, 14, 21, & 28 from 9pm – midnight!

Enjoy live music at Latin Night with Yelba at Como Social Club located at 2 Waterway Square Place in The Woodlands.

Learn more at www.comosocialclub.com/happenings.

Located in the Grogans Mill Shopping Center, The Woodlands Farmers Market is home to vendors offering locally grown produce, grass fed beef, Texas handmade artisan cheeses, goat cheese, sustainably cultivated coffee, local honey, breads & pastries, no sugar-added baked goods, prepared tamales, Indian cuisine & Mediterranean food, gluten-free options, and seasonal products. The market is open every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Learn more and discover other markets here: www.hellowoodlands.com/local-outdoor-markets-2022.