Don't look now because there's a rush of new businesses coming to town! Get into the holiday spirit this season with a themed cooking class or take a spin on the new go-karting track. From unique dining experiences to thrilling attractions, there's always something fresh and fun to do in The Woodlands.

The camera looks through the kitchen supplies for sale at Sur La Table into their kitchen, which is holding a cooking class for men and women of various ages and backgrounds.

Photo courtesy of Sur La Table

SUR LA TABLE COOKING SCHOOL

9595 Six Pines Drive, Suite 608, The Woodlands, TX 77380

Expand your palate with a cooking class at Sur La Table! Picture the perfect date night preparing a rustic Italian dinner, baking French macarons after a ladies’ brunch, or tossing a fan-favorite pizza with the whole family. There are dozens of courses to choose from, and each two-hour class provides all the tools you need to succeed in-house and in your own kitchen.

 

A shot of the food at LOCAL Public Eatery. On the top left is a clear plastic cup of a peachy-colored drink with a grapefruit slice and mint leaf floating on top. In the bottom right is a shallow white bowl with dumplings set like a star, drizzled in orange sauce and garnished with cilantro and green onions. The setting is on a picnic table on the patio.

The exterior of LOCAL Public Eatery. The building features a white gable with blue trim and the name of the restaurant in large white text. The roof is gray tile, the patio awning a bright maroon metal. The patio umbrellas are a sunny yellow, the chairs a pale sage green.

LOCAL PUBLIC EATERY

9595 Six Pines Drive, Suite 100, The Woodlands, TX 77380

As only the third location in the U.S., this Canadian-based chain deserves a Texas-sized welcome. Take your tastebuds on a culinary excursion at LOCAL Public Eatery, starting with roasted beet hummus or pearl couscous salad. Follow up with The Diablo burger, fried chicken ramen, or portobello mushroom pizza, and finish with warm apple cobbler á la mode!

 

A man turns a go kart around a corner at K1 Speed. He's wearing a dark T-shirt, tan cargo shorts, black racing gloves, and a black motorcycle helmet with a colorful reflective visor. The track is gray and rubbery, the barriers alternating in red and white stripes. K1 posters line the back wall.

K1 SPEED

15 South Trade Center Parkway, The Woodlands, TX 77385

Start your engines for indoor electric go-karting at K1 Speed! Challenge family and friends on any day of the week, reserve a track for birthday parties and corporate events, or join a racing league. You can even hone your skills in one-on-one lessons or light up the track while GLO-KARTING.

 

The camera overlooks the interior of the Black Clover at The Woodlands Mall. Closest to the camera is a small sitting area with two brown leather chairs and a black, round coffee table. Behind it are three displays of various sporting apparel. Along the side walls are wooden shelves lined with hats and large logos of a white clover on a black background.

The camera overlooks the interior of the Black Clover at The Woodlands Mall. The central display and the wall on the right feature both folded and hanging clothes: sport shirts, slacks, ballcaps, and golf club covers.

BLACK CLOVER

1201 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77380 

From golf to pickleball, optimize your performance with hats and apparel from Black Clover at The Woodlands Mall. Crafted with premium materials, each piece offers the comfort and durability to support even the most adventurous lifestyle. Whether you’re ready to hit the courts or unwind by the lake, you can always “live lucky” with the right gear and a positive mindset.

 

A spread of 5+ single-serve plates of Japanese cuisine: a bowl of seasoned brussels sprouts; one plate of sushi topped with a creamy sauce and jalapeno slices; two types of nigiri; and one dish that's wrapped in seaweed and topped with cucumber slices and orange Tobiko.

KURA REVOLVING SUSHI BAR

9300 Six Pines Drive, Suite 100A, The Woodlands, TX 77380

Whether you’re a sushi connoisseur or a curious first-timer, Kura Revolving Sushi Bar makes dining interactive and exciting. The rotating belt lets you sample at your own pace while the digital menu delivers exactly what you’re craving. From beef udon to spicy tuna handrolls, this unique take on Japanese cuisine will keep you coming back for more!

 

The Kevin Brady Library is a long, angular building. The section on the right is made of pale brick with the name in large black letters. The section of the left is taller with floor-to-ceiling windows and thin black pillars. The roof makes an ever-so-slight "V" shape, revealing a bright copper-colored ceiling underneath. The entrance is shaded by an awning matching the roof. Two flagpoles stand tall in the middle of the frame.

In one of the main rooms of the Kevin Brady Library are several rows of long, child-height bookshelves, several craft tables, and three padded reading nooks along the left wall. Lights hanging from the ceiling look like large lily pads. The room is full of people for the grand opening.

KEVIN BRADY LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY CENTER

2250 Buckthorne Place, The Woodlands, TX 77380

Indulge your curiosity at the Kevin Brady Library and Community Center. Located in the newly renovated Grogan's Mill Village Center, this 48,000-square-foot facility features reading areas for all ages as well as innovative resources like a podcast studio and a 3D printing lab. With conference rooms of various sizes and the Cathy Brady Ballroom, this new development is also perfect for business meetings and events.

 

The camera overlooks the interior of Pell 1990 at Market Street. Closest to the camera is a small sitting area with two cream-colored satin chairs, a plush olive-green couch, and a round, white, marble coffee table. Behind it is a display of trendy women's clothes and shoes.

PELL 1990

9595 Six Pines Drive, Suite 850, The Woodlands, TX 77380

Step into elegance with Pell 1990, a modern women’s boutique blending classic looks with contemporary trends. Known for a clean and sophisticated aesthetic, each piece inspires confidence and individuality. From weekend brunch to days at the office, elevate your wardrobe with quality and timeless style.