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City of Houston Veteran's Day Celebration

Texas has the largest veteran population in the nation with over 250,000 veterans in residence. The City is proud to pay tribute to our men and women in the military by providing an annual “Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration”. This civic celebration honors and celebrates the brave men, women, and families who have fought and sacrificed for our liberty and freedom. The traditional Veterans Day Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 10 a.m. with acknowledgements and a distinguished keynote speaker recognizing our local heroes. At the 11th hour on the 11th day, there will be a Moment of Silence in memory of the signing of the Armistice, which ended WWI.
Dates: 
11/11/2026
10 am
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Location:

Downtown Houston
901 Bagby
Houston, TX, 77002
United States

Phone:

832.393.1097

Depot Day Fall Fest

Gear up for a day of fun at the Depot Day Fall Fest on Nov. 7, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Tomball Depot Plaza! This free festival combines a celebration of National Model Train Month, and all things fall to create the perfect family outing in downtown Tomball. During this event, Tomball welcomes the Houston Area G Gaugers all the way from the garden railroad at the Rosenberg Railroad Museum, who will bring out their massive model train display to captivate train enthusiasts of all ages! The Tomball Depot Museum will also be open for the entirety of the festival to give everyone the opportunity to get a close look at both the Z Scale model railroad in our freight room, and the O Scale model railroad in the caboose!
Dates: 
11/07/2026
11 am - 5 pm
Location: 
Tomball Railroad Depot Plaza, South Elm Street, Tomball, TX, USA
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Brazoria County Veterans Day Parade

November 11, 2026. Join us as we recognize the courage, sacrifice, and service of the men and women who have defended our nation. We invite the community to come together in gratitude and celebration as we pay tribute to those who have served.
Dates: 
11/11/2026
11 AM
Location: 
Parade beginning on Lake Rd
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Standing Tall

November 8, 2026. In connection with Texas Arbor Day — which is celebrated annually in November, because it is the best time to plant trees in the state — the Houston Botanic Garden introduces “Standing Tall: A Texas Tree Festival” to celebrate the amazing native trees of Texas. This full-day, family-friendly event will feature a kids’ zone with tree-themed crafts and activities, guided walks to view and learn more about native trees around the Garden’s 132-acre site, a marketplace including food vendors, live entertainment, and more.
Dates: 
11/08/2026
9 am- 4 pm
Location: 
8210 Park Place Boulevard, Houston, TX, USA
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Little Women

December 4 - December 19, 2026. Step into the attic and rediscover the timeless magic of Little Women! Four talented actors transform everyday objects into an imaginative world where Louisa May Alcott’s beloved story comes to life. With balloons, hula hoops, ribbons, and boundless creativity, they bring the March sisters’ unforgettable journey to the stage. Follow Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy as they navigate love, loss, laughter, and the challenges of growing up. Through storytelling, games, and heartfelt moments, Jo pursues her dream of becoming a writer while the sisters find strength, hope, and joy in one another. Filled with warmth, imagination, and the enduring spirit of family, this inventive adaptation of Little Women is a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the stories that shape us.
Dates: 
12/04/2026
12/05/2026
12/06/2026
Fridays and Saturdays, December 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, and 19th at 7:30 pm and, and Sunday, December 6th at 2 pm
Location: 
4930 West Bellfort Avenue, Houston, TX 77035, United States
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National STEM Day

Join us for National STEM Day, a day filled with STEM activations and special presentations! STEM/STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. This National Day is celebrated every year on November 8th to inspire the next generation to pursue careers in STEM/STEAM.
Dates: 
11/08/2026
10 am- 4 pm
Location: 
Space Center Houston, 1601 East Nasa Parkway, Houston, TX 77058, United States
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