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Looking for something to do in the Houston area this weekend, May 8-10? Check out this weekend’s guide. All events are subject to change, and this list is not comprehensive.

1. Panda Fest

The Asian food festival at Buffalo Bayou Park features more than 100 Asian street food vendors as well as panda merchandise and cultural performances.

  • May 8-10, times vary
  • $14 (general admission), $25 (VIP)
  • 105-B Sabine St., Houston
  • www.pandafests.com

2. GEMCC’s Annual Grand Prix 2026

Spend the day with the Greater East Montgomery County Chamber and network while racing go-karts at Speedsportz Racing Park. The event includes lunch and awards for top finishers.

3. Music & Motors: Tailor Maide

Attendees can join historic Downtown Humble for a Music & Motors night featuring classics, custom cars, trucks and local rides. This event also features live music, local vendors and a car meet.

4. Montgomery ISD Auto Show

Attendees can expect a variety of cars, alongside coffee, pastries and snow cones available for purchase.

  • May 9, 8 a.m.-noon
  • Free (admission), $20 (per car display)
  • The Den, 1520 Lone Star Parkway, Montgomery
  • https://theden.misd.org

5. Shred it EMC 2026

The East Montgomery County Improvement District will host this free document shredding event at The Atrium Center parking lot.

6. Bike Swap

Attendees can buy, sell or trade bikes and bike parts while connecting with fellow cycling enthusiasts.

7. Vintage Car Festival

Attendees will be able to browse a variety of vehicles, as well as enjoy live music, vendors and food.

  • May 9, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • First Presbyterian Church Tomball, 30410 Tomball Parkway, Tomball
  • https://fpctomball.org

8. Passport to Play

Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week at the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center with a passport scavenger hunt that takes participants around the world.

9. Mother’s Day Market

The annual market is returning to the Houston Heights, offering local finds and one-of-a-kind gifts.

10. Primrose Park Grand Opening

Celebrate Fulshear’s newest park, which features four baseball and softball fields, a concessions building and additional recreational amenities.

11. Pups & Pints – Saint Arnold Stroll

Tickets support the League City Animal Care & Adoption Center and include four Saint Arnold beers, a pint glass and a swag bag.

  • May 9, 4-10 p.m.
  • $39.19 (21 and up), $28.52 (under 21)
  • Walter Hall Park, 807 Hwy. 3, League City
  • http://bit.ly/4meTuUF

12. Jazz Night

The free concert will feature renowned saxophonist Kyle Turner, international Blues singer Keeshea Pratt and the Texas Southern University Jazz Ensemble.