Monday, October 15
Open-Play Mahjong, Tea and Bites with Brennan’s
Join fellow Mahjong enthusiasts for a casual afternoon of open play from noon to 3 p.m. at Brennan’s, 3300 Smith. Tickets are $75 include afternoon tea and chef-selected bites, and a cash bar will be available throughout the afternoon. Mats, tiles and playing cards will be provided; previous knowledge of American Mahjong is required; lessons not included.
Wednesday, October 21
Catch & Cattle Supper Club at Guard and Grace
Following the success of Chefs For Farmers Houston, this one-night-only dinner brings together chefs Troy Guard, Diego Fernandez and Drake Leonards for a multi-course meal with wine pairings at Guard and Grace, 500 Dallas. The evening begins with cocktails and celebrates Texas ingredients through a menu blending wood-fired steakhouse cooking with Gulf Coast and South Louisiana flavors. Tickets are $175 per person.
Thursday, October 22
Costume Contest and Pet Fundraiser at Betelgeuse Betelgeuse
Betelgeuse Betelgeuse is all decked out for spooky season, serving Halloween cocktails like the Blood-Soaked Nightmarish Hellscape frozen tequila drink Frozen Black Cat. This Thursday, guests can also get into the spirit with a costume contest and Pippy’s Pals Rescue fundraiser.
Saturday, October 24
The H-E-B Wine Walk at The Woodlands Resort
The H-E-B Wine Walk takes over The Woodlands Resort from 6 to 9 p.m., featuring more than 300 wines, beers and other beverages, plus 40-plus culinary offerings from local restaurants and chefs, live music, cooking demonstrations, themed tasting areas and pop-up entertainment. General admission is $79 and VIP is $135, including one hour early entry, premium pours and exclusive bites.
Saturday–Sunday
Texas Renaissance Festival in Todd Mission
RenFest continues its 2026 fun with a Pirate Adventure, with a fish and chips eating contest, best dressed pirate competition and more. Go for classic eats like giant turkey legs, sausage on a stick and sweet treats, plus beer, mead and other festival drinks. Tickets start at$18 and the festival runs from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday, October 25
Sunday Supper at Camaraderie
Camaraderie, 608 West 11th, brings back its original Sunday Supper for a one-night-only roast chicken dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. The family-style feast includes seasonal sides like Parker House rolls and roasted squash.
All month long
Houston Goes Pink: Eat and Drink for a Cause
Houston restaurants are going pink all October with special dishes, drinks and sweet treats that give back to breast cancer organizations. Our guide rounds up the ways to eat and drink for a cause, from pink cocktails and oysters to cinnamon rolls and other limited-time bites, with plenty of excuses to raise a glass and do some good along the way.
New and ongoing specials
Houston Halloween Guide: Parties, Tacos and Boo-ze
Halloween is bringing costume parties, spooky cocktails, seasonal sweets and Día de los Muertos celebrations to Houston. Check out our Halloween guide to the food and drink specials, themed pop-ups and tasty, spooky happenings worth adding to your calendar.
Chicken Pot Pies at Kenny & Ziggy’s
With the weather getting cooler(ish), Kenny & Ziggy’s, 1743 Post Oak, brings back its made-from-scratch chicken pot pies, with golden, domed crusts covering a hearty filling inspired by a traditional Eastern European recipe. Available for dine-in or takeout for $29.95, each pie serves two.
Dias de los Muertos at Toro Toro
Toro Toro, 1300 Lamar, is celebrating Día de los Muertos with special dishes including salmon and seabass tiradito, achiote-braised short rib and pumpkin brûlée with salted caramel ice cream. For a bigger feast, the restaurant is also offering a five-course El Sol experience for $180 per person. Reservations are required for the tasting menu.
