It may not always feel like it, but fall is almost here! Here are a few of SpotHero’s favorite fall activities for the greater Houston area.
CAF Wings Over Houston Airshow
Dates: October 18-19 gates open 8 a.m., performances begin at 10:30 a.m.
Location: Ellington Airport, 11602 Aerospace Ave., Houston
Price: Tickets start at $45.00, full pricing breakdown available here.
Details: This airshow is one of the largest annual events in the Houston Metropolitan area. Come watch impressive demonstrations of extreme flight and aeronautics, modern and commemorative aviation displays, carnival games and activities and much more. We recommend buying your tickets in advance; the air show draws up to 95,000 people annually, you want to make sure you get a good spot! Visit their site to learn more.
Texas Renaissance Festival
Dates: Weekends October 11-November 30
Location: 21778 Farm to Market 1774, Todd Mission.
Price: Varies depending on the date, full listing of dates and events here.
Details: The largest Renaissance theme park in the US returns this fall with a full lineup of events, performers and on-site vendors. With half a million visitors annually, we recommend planning your visit in advance! You can click here to learn more about the Renaissance Festival.
Cheer on your Team at NRG Stadium
Dates: NRG Stadium hosts events year-round
Location: NRG Stadium, NRG Parkway, Houston
Price: Varies depending on the event, pricing and event listings here.
Details: Fall sports and events are here! Head out to NRG Stadium for one of their many events. With football, rodeo, numerous performers and other events on offer, there is truly something for everyone. You can see a full list of upcoming events here.
Bayou City Arts Festival
Dates: October 10-12, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Location: Sam Houston Park and along Allen Parkway, Houston
Price: General admission starts at $18, pre-purchased tickets required, click here for pricing and details.
Details: Stop by this two-day festival for live performances, art installations, interactive community projects, and more! You can learn more about the festival here.
Spend some time at Twilight Epiphany Skyspace
Dates: Open daily
Location: Rice University, click here for campus map.
Price: Free!
Details: Built in 2012, this innovative structure serves as a performance space as well as a lab for music students at the Shepherd School of Music. Explore, attend a performance, or stop by the innovative LED light show that occurs daily at sunrise and sunset. You can learn more here.
Head out of town
Are you bound for destinations, both known and unknown? We get it! Let SpotHero help you book airport parking and help take the stress out of your trip.

Happy Fall!