Sabiha Mahmood

Get ready for a weekend of breathtaking underwater storytelling at the 6th annual Houston Underwater Film Festival! This event features films from across the globe, including Texas and students can attend for free. Find out more.

The Garden Theatre in Houston celebrates its fifth anniversary with its production of Stephen Sondheim’s “Company.” Since its pandemic debut, the theatre has produced 24 shows and supported over 200 artists, becoming a significant presence in Houston’s arts scene. The celebratory performances run April 10–19 at the Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston, with a special celebratory reception on April 11.

Autism Moms of Houston began as a small support group and has grown into a nonprofit serving over 10,000 families raising neurodivergent children in the Houston area. From providing resources to advocacy, this group of moms is getting ready for their biggest and free event, the Autism Awareness Festival on April 26.

Spring is here, and it is the perfect time to refresh your dessert menu. Cookbook author Florence Jackson shares easy recipes for carrot cupcakes and blueberry crumble buns, just in time for Easter and all your seasonal gatherings.

Houston Indie Bookstore Crawl returns April 1–30 across Greater Houston. Explore 30+ independent bookstores, pick up a bingo card, visit participating shops, and earn entries toward prizes while discovering local literary gems.

Hundreds gather on Galveston-area beaches for NestFest to make the coast safe and welcoming for nesting sea turtles and shorebirds. Take part in tomorrow’s cleanup and make a difference for local wildlife.

Sports and history enthusiasts! There’s an exciting new exhibition at the Houston Freedmen's Town Visitor Center that explores resilience, community, and the role baseball played during segregation. Learn how the history of The Negro Leagues transformed from being largely overlooked to a powerful symbol of perseverance and strength.

The In a Pickle Festival is back at Rosenberg. Enjoy pickle-eating contests, anime-inspired foods, cosplay, and family fun on March 7 and 8.

The Moon 2 Mars Festival at Space Center Houston offers a unique spring break experience combining space technology, music, and family-friendly activities. Highlights include STEM programming, planetarium shows, robotics demos, rocket-building, virtual reality, and headline concerts by The Wallflowers and 311.

A look at the heavy-duty process keeping the ocean floor at Flower Garden Banks in the Gulf healthy for future generations.

Remember the iconic artist David Adickes on his 99th birthday and explore the lasting legacy he left in Houston. From the famous “We Love Houston” sign to the Sam Houston statue in Huntsville, discover how his art continues to inspire the city and the people who knew him best.

If your goal is to eat healthier, the founder of Leaf & Grain offers mindful eating tips and a pesto vinaigrette recipe to help you start strong.