With patios filling up and spring events in full swing, Lankford’s in The Woodlands is leaning into the season with a series of community-driven events throughout May that could make for a timely roundup or weekend guide.

The exterior of Lankford's is a brick building with a bold red and white color scheme. A long patio features at least a dozen thick wooden tables with bright red chairs or bar stools. The Waterway Square Parking Garage and The Westin are visible in the background.

Lankford's Patio | Photos by Sina Asgari

KENTUCY DERBY

The lineup begins Friday, May 1 with live music from Paul Frias from 7:00-10:00 p.m., followed by a Kentucky Derby watch party on Saturday, May 2, featuring specialty cocktails and a Derby-inspired menu, including a hot honey chicken sandwich, with races shown across the restaurant’s seven screens.

CINCO DE MAYO

For Cinco de Mayo on Tuesday, May 5, Lankford’s is offering a $20 taco plate and margarita special. The plate includes two crispy beef tacos, a bean tostada, and a chile con queso tostada topped with lettuce and tomatoes.

MOTHER'S DAY

Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 10, will include a “Mom’s Eat Free” promotion, a complimentary pour of sparkling wine and an on-site pop-up with Gold + Grace from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering permanent jewelry during brunch.

BUBBLES & BEER

Additional events include Botox and Bubbles on Tuesday, May 12 from 3:00-6:00 p.m., and an American Craft Beer Week collaboration from May 15-21 with Lucky 19 Brewing, featuring a takeover of the restaurant’s 12-tap beer wall highlighting local brews.

The beer wall at Lankford's features four touchscreen menus and a dozen or more spigots.

BRISKET & BEER BASH

Lankford's will host its inaugural Brisket & Beer Bash on Saturday, June 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., bringing together slow-smoked barbecue and one of Houston’s most iconic breweries. Saint Arnold Brewing Company will take over all 12 taps on Lankford’s beer wall, offering a full lineup of draft selections to pair with the restaurant’s house-smoked brisket.

Each $50 ticket includes a barbecue plate with a half-pound of brisket, smoked sausage, mac and cheese, potato salad, and Southern-style green beans, along with traditional accompaniments such as bread, pickles, onions, jalapeños, and barbecue sauce. Guests will also receive a pint of Saint Arnold draft.

This all-day event invites guests to come and go, so gather with friends and enjoy a casual day centered around barbecue and beer.