Wanna take part? CYCLE Houston is inviting everyone to join their massive bike build happening at NRG Center this weekend.

Houstonians gathered at Discovery Green to celebrate El Día de los Muertos, a Mexican tradition honoring deceased loved ones with vibrant displays, traditional music, and altars.

This iconic four-day festival has officially kicked off, welcoming an astonishing 400,000 motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the nation and beyond.

Vice President Kamala Harris will host a campaign rally on Friday at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston.

The family-favorite experience brings heated rivalries, high-flying stunts, and fierce head-to-head battles to Houston on Saturday!

It's that time of year again! The Houston Zoo's beloved Zoo Boo is back, with new, slightly spooky attractions and fun for the whole family.

Check out a preview of some of their traditional Scottish competitions including athletic, bagpipe, and dance competitions.

The college football season officially kicks off this week and so does the annual Labor Day Classic.

For the first time in 20 years, the Texas FFA Association will call Houston home for their annual state convention at the George R. Brown Convention Center.

Get a first-look at some of their jaw-dropping stunts ahead of the big opening night at Butler Stadium.

This is not your average golf tournament - it’s sure to be one of the biggest and most entertaining sports events happening this summer!

It’s the ultimate pop culture-filled weekend event loaded with entertainment, special attractions, celebrities, cosplay, fandoms, and so much more.

Houston Airport employees have undergone extensive training programs to identify and respond to potential trafficking situations.

Get your documents securely shredded for free at the upcoming document shredding event in SW Houston.

A month-long festival highlighting the artistic talents of individuals with disabilities.

Monster Jam is the biggest motorsports experience for families and fans of all ages, and it’s roaring back into Houston this Saturday, February 10th.

This is one of the Arboretum's most popular events, where guests can enjoy delicious bites and perfectly paired wine and beer along the beautifully lit trails.

Houston Police are working to disperse a large crowd gathered for an event in northeast Houston Saturday.

Lance sat down with Lauren Kelly to chat about the big show, the Houston sports legends he's excited to meet, and his life outside of baseball.

Now through Jan. 7th, guests will take in the sights and sounds of the season as they stroll through the transformed winter wonderland at the Houston Zoo.

The annual event will kick off the holiday season with the lighting of their famous 55-foot Christmas tree, which features 450,000 twinkling lights and 5,000 different colored ornaments.

The most action-packed and full-throttle family-fun motorsports event in the world roars into Houston this weekend.

'Fire Fest' is a community event that brings the fire department and our local community together for a day of fun, education, and lots more!

Visitors can count on three whole days of authentic dancing, food, and of course shopping, all happening at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral.

In honor of the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) coming to town for ‘Unleash The Beast,’ Orbit, Clutch and a few other mascot friends wanted to help spread the word!

Step into the Jurassic period this weekend by going to this family friendly event.

“Going Batty” is a fun evening event geared toward adults, and the family-friendly “Bat Fest” is free and open to the public.

Ku Egenti and his comedian friends are getting together with his friends for an entertaining show this Sunday.

Volunteers and community leaders were out for hours Saturday morning for a clean up event along the Bissonnet Street corridor.

The popular event takes place Friday, Sept. 15th from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and tickets jut went on sale today!

The annual expo is this Saturday July 29th at the GRB from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. It's FREE, and open to the public!

The grand opening event is this weekend, and will feature daily lion dances, food trucks, activities, and story times.

This is going to be a magical, vibrant, (and FREE!) festival for all ages happening at Discovery Green.

In July, there will be several Latin restaurant weeks happening in Houston for local foodies to enjoy.

On Sunday, hundreds of people headed out to Discovery Green to celebrate Juneteenth.

One of the most notable happenings at Apple’s event for developers on Monday is likely the iPhone maker’s tweak that will keep its autocorrect feature from annoyingly correcting one of the most common expletives to “ducking.”

According to the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office, there were a total of 233 arrests and more than 200 charges filed on Saturday.

Hope Farms will be open this Saturday from 9a-3p with plenty of fun, games and volunteer opportunities.

Organizers held an event last Saturday where members of the community got the chance to pedal through some of the historic Black sites around the Houston area.

Sesame Street Live! is coming to our neighborhood this weekend, and it’s going to be magical.

How one family's loss of their daughter helped them create a foundation to continue her legacy of giving.

This fundraiser will raise money that will go directly to their programs helping to guide survivors as they heal from their abuse.

The auto sports show will feature nearly 2 hours of entertainment full of heart racing excitement.

There’s a magical and interactive Harry Potter-themed experience kicking off in Houston starting Friday, November 18th.

Opening night at the ice is tonight, with the annual Chilling at ‘Frostival’ starting at 6pm.

Top wine experts go head-to-head for the title of Iron Sommelier for a good cause.

Kam Franklin of The Suffers is set to host this epic music battle featuring Paul Wall and guitar legend Gary Clark Jr.

The White Rhino is an environmentally-friendly bar throwing a huge benefit tonight in honor of World Rhino Day.

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and you’re looking for answers, there’s an event being held in Houston that’s designed to help.

Watch your favorite local artists battle it out in a fun, street art competition happening tonight at Karbach Brewery.

Check out all the info on a fun triathlon event for kids happening next weekend!

Former Houston Texans linebacker Whitney Mercilus will be stepping behind the bar this evening for his annual ‘Cocktails For a Cause’ event, raising awareness and money for his ‘WithMerci’ foundation.

The City of Bellaire is hosting a fun, free event this evening that the whole family will enjoy!

Comicpalooza is scheduled to take place this weekend, and this year’s pop culture event is bigger than ever!

Fort Bend ISD is set to hot a Special Education Hiring Event later this month ahead of the 2022-2023 school year.

Authorities say five people were shot and injured during an outdoor event in East Texas that featured a trail ride.

Space Center Houston’s Moon2Mars Festival is coming to the Houston venue June 9 through 12.

KPRC 2 is a proud sponsor of the event and our very own Khambrel Marshall has been a part of the organization for the last 21 years. This is the first time since the pandemic began that the event was able to be held again in person.

Mayor Sylvester Turner and the Emancipation Park Conservancy announced details of the city’s upcoming Juneteenth celebration.

The 2022 Tour de Houston is finally underway after a two year-hiatus.

Fire up your engines! The most action-packed motorsports experience for families in the world today is roaring back into Houston this Saturday and Sunday at NRG Stadium.

The family and friends of Rodolfo “Rudy” Peña, a 23-year-old Astroworld Festival victim, will visit NRG Park. The family will be accompanied by their attorneys, Rosendo Almaraz Jr. and Valerie Cortinas Fisher.

For the first time, Houston Botanic Garden presents ‘Lightscape 2021,’ an international phenomenon featuring a variety of stunning light installations along an illuminated trail.

More than a million bricks create an animal paradise in Houston.

A fall favorite is back at the Houston Zoo.

Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and the COVID-19 Vaccine Education and Equity Project will host a an event with other local leaders to discuss overcoming vaccine hesitancy among Houston's population.

Houston Based Restaurant, Lost & Found is known for their indoor/ outdoor experience that consists of signature cuisine, drinks, and more. In March 2021, they launched an initiative that allowed their customers to dine in with their fur babies. Bark-N-Brunch allows guests to enjoy the vibes of the restaurant while their dogs enjoy pet-friendly activities, treats, and more.

Judge Lina Hidalgo, Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Houston Police Chief Troy Finner and other public safety and health officials introduced two programs to reduce crime and improve community safety at an event on Monday.

Mayor Sylvester Turner revealed details for the city’s official back to school program Friday.

The Texas Lego convention in Sugar Land is next weekend.

Sunday night at the Humble Civic Arena hundreds of fans packed inside hoping to see Tekashi 69. They waited, and waited, and waited. Then finally instead of the moment they’d all been waiting for, the lights were shut off and they were asked to leave.

The U.S. Senate passed the bipartisan bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn announced Tuesday.

HOUSTON – Kamp Houston announced a rodeo-themed family-friendly weekend from Friday to Sunday kicking off March 26, 2021. The three-day event will feature rodeo-style food and drinks, carnival rides, bull riding, a petting zoo, BBQ cookoff and prizes, according to the organizers. The menu will feature a “Kamp Out” barbeque plate and seafood boil. The event will also feature local vendors selling merchandise and products. Guests are encouraged to take a rideshare option to get dropped off as parking is limited.

Kamp Houston is hosting a rodeo-themed family-friendly weekend from March 26 to March 28. HOUSTON – The rodeo must go on. A Houston restaurant and lounge, Kamp Houston, announced a rodeo-themed family-friendly weekend from Friday to Sunday. The menu will feature a “Kamp Out” barbeque plate and seafood boil. Kamp Houston is located at 6025 Westheimer Road in the Galleria area.

HOUSTON – More than 14 million Texans still do not have safe drinking water in their homes after a powerful winter storm burst pipes and knocked out power across the state this week. Toby Baker, executive director of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, said the number of the state’s 7,000 public water systems affected by the winter storm has increased from Friday to 1,445, but the population affected by those water systems has dropped slightly to 14.3 million. He said about 156,000 homes have no water service at all, which is down from 352,000 reported Friday. Kidd said the state has also ordered 250,000 meals-ready-to-eat to be distributed with another 5 million meals on the way. Kidd said Texans can also help the state complete its damage assessment faster by completing an online form to report damage that their property has sustained.

HOUSTON – February is National Heart Month, and the American Heart Association has a great way for Houstonians to get involved in their life-saving mission. Their annual (and very glamorous) ‘Heart Ball’ fundraising event is now set to be an exciting virtual experience this year, happening Thursday, February 11. Even though guests won’t be gathering all this year, they can dress up in ball gowns and tuxes - or cozy up in their loungewear and enjoy this signature event from the comfort of their own homes. His performance will deliver a message of hope, similar to that of his most recent performance at the 2021 Presidential Inauguration concert. Watch as Lauren Kelly chats with the Heart Ball chairs, Lisa and Jerry Simon about the big event.

A panel of experts answers questions about the coronavirus vaccine during an Ask 2 Town Hall on Jan. 13, 2021. KPRC 2 is always working to get answers to your questions and concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine. Imelda Garcia, associate commissioner of the Department of State Health Service and chair of the state’s Expert Vaccine Allocation Panel, explained. Dr. James McCarthy, of Memorial Hermann, said you should not get the COVID-19 vaccine while you are actively infected with the virus. Follow the latest coronavirus vaccine headlines and submit your questions about the vaccine at Click2Houston.com/vaccine.

ARLINGTON, Texas – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Monday the state government is shifting priorities in an effort to get Texans vaccinated against the coronavirus as quickly as possible. Speaking at a mass-vaccination site in Arlington, Abbott said the state is moving from a smaller vaccination administration model to a hub model aimed at vaccinating thousands of people at larger sites. “It allows communities to have several locations capable of vaccinating thousands of people in a single day,” Abbott said. The governor said the state is also working to open sites aimed at administering the coronavirus antibody therapy to help people have shorter stays in a hospital.

HOUSTON – Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said Monday that while the coronavirus vaccine has arrived in the city, people should remain vigilant to control the spread of the virus. He said an additional 745 cases were reported by the Houston Health Department on Monday, bringing the total number of cases in the city to 104,962. Dr. Lauren Hopkins, of the Houston Health Department, said the survey found that 13.5% of the people whose blood were tested for coronavirus antibodies were positive. Building confidence in the vaccinePersse said the technology used to create the coronavirus vaccine was originally developed 15 years ago when the SARS virus was prevalent. Turner encouraged hospitals who receive the vaccine to make the vaccination process transparent so that people can see the process.

HOUSTON – With almost every event getting cancelled this year due to the pandemic, AstroWorld 2020 joins that list. However, Houston rapper Travis Scott, who brought his own AstroWorld festival to Houston’s NRG park since 2018 took to Twitter to announce the event will make a return in 2021. “See you next year at AstroWorld Fest 2021...can’t wait to turn the (expletive) up! Stay Safe!” the Twitter post read, captioned “THE PARTY NEVER ENDS.”This year’s event was supposed to take place Nov. 9, and the lineup has not been announced. Fans are encouraged to sign up for updates on the AstroWorld website.

HOUSTON – Uptown Houston is calling all Houstonians to participate in its new lighting holiday video this year. The annual lighting event will kick off the season on Facebook and other social media platforms on Thanksgiving. Participants are asked to complete the online form and upload photos and videos. The deadline for submissions is Nov. 4. Click here to participate.

Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden arrives to participate in a town hall with moderator ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020. The presidential rivals took questions in different cities on different networks: Trump on NBC from Miami, Biden on ABC from Philadelphia. The town halls offered a different format for the two candidates to present themselves to voters, after the pair held a chaotic and combative first debate late last month. Trump was Trump. ReplaysYou can watch a replay of the two town halls below.

HOUSTON – From small town Texas, to the bright lights of Hollywood, local comedian Crystal Powell has performed alongside some of the biggest names in comedy. Crystal grew up in Houston, splitting her time between here and LA. She got her start in comedy after losing her parents a young age, and then channeling her comedic talents to help herself (and others) heal. Crystal is currently on the all-female ‘Funny By Nature Comedy Tour,’ presented by Vivica A. Fox, which stops on Houston on Saturday, October 24th.

HOUSTON With the coronavirus pandemic raging on, the Mayors Back 2 School Fest is going to look a little different this year. The event, which is being presented by Shell and is in partnership with the Houston Food Bank, is designed to help economically disadvantaged elementary school students and their families prepare for the school year. In a press conference earlier this week, Mayor Sylvester Turner said the event would be conducted as a drive-thru. While there is much uncertainty during this time, a critical need for assistance with basic school supplies, food, and personal protection equipment for students still remains, according to the website. Houstonians can register for the event and students will receive food, masks, backpacks and school supplies for free.

HOUSTON – The Hilton Americas Hotel in downtown Houston is preparing for its first big event since the COVID-19 breakout in mid-March. The EventThe hotel is hosting an event for a group that’s having a dinner for 200 guests in one of its ballrooms. “We have taken every precaution -- from the kitchen to the dining room, making sure that our team members and our guests are safe,” said Jacques D’Rovencourt, the general manager of Hilton Americas. Precautions and safety measuresThe guests will be seated at the larger 72-inch banquet rounds, which will be spaced six feet apart. Hilton said it has consulted with medical experts at the Mayo Clinic and other industry experts to make sure Thursday night’s rollout is appropriate.

HOUSTON – Ticketmaster and its parent company LiveNation appear to be easing up and relaxing a stringent refund policy that stuck thousands of consumers with the cost of event tickets, even when the events were canceled on the originally scheduled date. We told you about Phyllis Bailey’s efforts to get a refund when the March concert she planned to attend was rescheduled for August. She wanted a refund instead, but Ticketmaster declined her request. Ticketmaster told her she wasn’t eligible for a refund because her tickets would “still be good” for the new show on March 24, 2022. For cancelled shows fans can choose to receive up to 150% of their ticket value as Concert Cash, and for rescheduled shows they will receive Concert Cash once they attend the new date.