International Festival is a Texas sized, cultural, educational and economic event honoring a different country each year in April. You can experience the sights, smells and sounds of many places in the world; enjoy dazzling performances, breathtaking art, informative demonstrations and exhibits, and a fiesta of tasty treats. Terrific talent featuring native dances from around the world will delight on the International Kids. Stop by for the dancing, and stay for the shopping of arts and crafts and enjoy free food samples in the open-air market and bazaar!

Mardi Gras festival on the island city of Galveston just one hour drive from Houston Mardi Gras has exciting parades, intriguing art exhibits, stimulating sports events and crowded parties that are sure to excite any visitor.