Community Engagement

METRO staff is actively involved in the Houston region in a variety of ways, including:

  • Promoting METRONow initiatives
  • Partnering with local organizations to promote public transit
  • Educating students and seniors about discounted fare options
  • Connecting record-breaking crowds to major events
  • Launching new services
METRO representative engaging students about discounts at Earth Day event

Upcoming Events

METRO representatives are onsite at many community events throughout the year. This is another way you can interact with METRO to learn about programs and services, ask questions and provide feedback. When events are confirmed, a calendar listing will be posted here. If there are no current listings, please check back soon. We look forward to meeting you!


March
7

2026 Black Family Wellness Expo

Attend this free family event where you can enjoy food, music and free health screenings for all ages. METRO representatives will be in attendance sharing information about our services, projects, and more.

Start: Sat, March 7, 2026 - 9 a.m.

End: Sat, March 7, 2026 - 3 p.m.

Acres Homes Multi Service Center - 6719 West Montgomery Road Houston, Texas, 77091
March
14

District H Town Hall Meeting - Northeast

Council Member Mario Castillo will attend a town hall where you can hear updates for 2026, ask questions, connect with community resources and more.

Start: Sat, March 14, 2026 - 10 a.m.

End: Sat, March 14, 2026 - 11:30 a.m.

Clark Community Center - 9718 Clark Road Houston, Texas, 77076
March
28

3rd Ward on Tap Festival

Head to this neighborhood block party for a day of family fun, including a kids zone, food trucks and live music. Be sure to stop by the METRO tent for free giveaways, and information about our services and programs.

Start: Sat, March 28, 2026 - 10 a.m.

End: Sat, March 28, 2026 - 2 p.m.

Columbia Tap Trail - 3615 Sauer Street Houston,, Texas 77004
March
28

District H Town Hall Meeting - First Ward

Council Member Mario Castillo will attend a town hall where you can hear updates for 2026, ask questions, connect with community resources and more.

Start: Sat, March 28, 2026 - 10 a.m.

End: Sat, March 28, 2026 - 11:30 a.m.

HPD Central Police Station - 1217 Morin Place Houston, Texas, 77002
March
28

Houston Art Bike Parade & Festival

Houston Art Bike Parade & Festival will feature activities, art and plenty of family fun. METRO representatives will be onsite to speak with visitors about bike safety and METRO services.

Start: Sat, March 28, 2026 - 10 a.m.

End: Sat, March 28, 2026 - 2 p.m.

Fonde Park - 5399 Hansford Ave., Houston, TX 77023
April
4

South Park Community Easter Egg Hunt

The 12th annual South Park Easter Egg Hunt is a a family friendly event featuring free food, games, prizes and music. METRO representatives will be onsite with information about our services and safety.

Start: Sat, April 4, 2026 - 1 p.m.

End: Sat, April 4, 2026 - 4 p.m.

Crestmont Park Community Center - 5200 Selinsky St. Houston,, Texas, 77048
April
11

Acres Homes 44 Day

Join your neighbors at the Acres Homes “44 Day” Community Celebration. It's a vibrant and inclusive event dedicated to honoring the rich history, vibrant present, and promising future of the Acres Homes community.

Start: Sat, April 11, 2026 - 2 p.m.

End: Sat, April 11, 2026 - 6 p.m.

Sylvester Turner Park - 2800 West Little York Houston, TX, 77091
April
11

Family Day at the Park

Attend Family Day at the Park for free entertainment, food, baseball games and more. METRO will be in attendance sharing information about our services and safety.

Start: Sat, April 11, 2026 - 2 p.m.

End: Sat, April 11, 2026 - 6 p.m.

Sylvester Turner Park - 2800 West Little York Houston, TX, 77091
April
19

Cigna Sunday in the Park

This event is an opportunity to meet with your neighbors and enjoy a beautiful day in the park. There will be music, dancing and fun for all ages. Visit the METRO tent for information about our services, interactive activities and giveaways.

Start: Sun, April 19, 2026 - 12 p.m.

End: Sun, April 19, 2026 - 4 p.m.

Sunnyside Park - 3502 West Bellfort Ave. Houston, TX 77051
May
16

Community Block Party

The Community Block Party, sponsored by the Houston Area Urban League, will have giveaways, free health screenings, music and more. Visit the METRO tent for information about our services and safety.

Start: Sat, May 16, 2026 - 10 a.m.

End: Sat, May 16, 2026 - 2 p.m.

Sunnyside Multi Service Center - 4410 Reed Road Houston, TX 77051

Adopt-a-Stop

Signage on a bus stop pole showing the spot has been adopted.

Make A Positive Impact

We all want to live, work and play in beautiful, vibrant, safe neighborhoods. We encourage individuals, civic groups and local businesses to adopt a bus stop or passenger shelter in your community and help keep it clean.

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