Frostival, Midtown Mistletoe Market and 7 other events happening in Houston this weekend, Nov. 17-19 Discovery Green opens the ice skating rink and interactive art installation. Discovery Green opens the ice skating rink and interactive art installation. (Courtesy Discovery Green) By Danica Smithwick | 2:13 pm Nov. 16, 2017

From inflatable obstacle course races to free movie screenings, Houston offers fun for the entire family this weekend:

Nov. 17: ‘Planes, Trains and Automobiles’ movie screening

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy a free screening of the John Hughes film, presented by Alamo Drafthouse Houston. 7 p.m. Free. Market Square Park, 301 Milam St., Houston. 713-650-3022. www.marketsquarepark.com

Nov. 17: ‘Elf’ movie screening

Will Ferrell stars as Buddy, a human raised by elves, who visits his father in New York City. The free screening is scheduled to take place rain or shine. 7:30 p.m. Free. Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston. 281-373-3386. www.milleroutdoortheatre.com

Nov. 18: Yoga on the Plaza at Rothko Chapel

Bayou Bliss Yoga presents a 60-minute class near the reflecting pool. Attendees should bring their own towel, yoga mat and water. 9 a.m. $15. Rothko Chapel, 3900 Yupon St., Houston. 713-524-9839. www.rothkochapel.org

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Nov. 18: The Great Inflatable Race at Sam Houston Race Park

The race is not timed or judged and has miles of inflatable obstacle courses including the Castle of Doom, Volcano Escape and The Ball Pit. 9 a.m. $75-$90. Sam Houston Race Park, 7575 N. Sam Houston Parkway W., Houston. www.thegreatinflatablerace.com/houston

Nov. 18: Cranksgiving at Woodland Park

Teams of two compete in the scavenger hunt and food drive on bikes. Contestants retrieve pre-selected items from grocery stores, which will be donated to a local nonprofit for Thanksgiving. Noon-4 p.m. Free. Woodland Park, 212 Parkview St., Houston. 832-819-2453. www.bikehouston.org

Nov. 18: Frostival at Discovery Green

Discovery Green kicks off the winter season with the opening of the outdoor skating rink and an interactive art installation. The event features a live performance by The Peterson Brothers, music from DJ Caps, ice-carving competitions and a beer garden. 6-10 p.m. $14. Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St., Houston. 713-400-7336. www.discoverygreen.com

Nov. 18-19: Via Colori street painting festival

More than 200 artists convene to make art on the streets of downtown Houston. The event also features live music, food and drinks. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sunday). $10 (general admission), free (children and students). Hermann Square, 901 Bagby St., Houston. 713-523-3633. www.houstonviacolori.com

Nov. 18-19: Midtown Mistletoe Market

The annual market features art, handmade goods, food, strolling carolers and photos with Santa. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Saturday), 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (Sunday). Free. Bagby Park, 415 Gray St., Houston. www.houstonmidtown.com

Nov. 19: Gr8 Taco Challenge at 8th Wonder Brewery

The event brings together 20 Houston restaurants offering taco samples to all participants. Admission also includes four beer tokens and a custom souvenir pint glass. Noon. $50. 8th Wonder Brewery, 2202 Dallas St., Houston. 713-229-0868. www.8thwonderbrew.com