Our weekly digest spotlights local news and EaDo-related events to keep you in the loop when it comes to the best neighborhood In the Loop. Catch it every week to stay informed.

 

In this digest: Trucktoberfest arrives, dance the night away and sweat before you shop.

 

First-ever Stein Holding Contest

It’s Trucktoberfest weekend at Truck Yard Houston, and there’s still time to showcase your skills in one of several entertaining competitions. Register now and start working on your stein stamina or warming up your yodeling voice for this September 18 and 19 event. 

 

Salsa Night

Live music and Latin moves make East End Backyard your dancing destination on Saturday, September 18. Enjoy the live music of Calle Swing from 8-11 p.m., and grab dinner from the El King’s Empanadas pop-up. 

 

Get ready for Fitness Bootcamp

Join Coach Geo at Pitch 25 Beer Park for 60 minutes of fitness and The Brunch! Mixer + Market featuring 30 local vendors. Reserve your spot for just $5. The bootcamp begins at noon, and the free fall market runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

 

Local Business Love:

 

8th Wonder Brewery

The taproom is launching another pilsner, this time Italian style. Stop in and grab a six-pack of Otto. 

 

Roots HTX

Happy hour from 4-7 p.m. means a discount at the wine dispenser and inspired small bites from Chef Andre. 

 

HTX Sports Creek 

The nine-on-nine co-ed soccer league kicks off on October 1. Sign up your team of 12 and get ready to make a run through the 8-game schedule. 

 

Tout Suite 

Looking for a late brunch this weekend? Find your breakfast favorites through 3 p.m., with mimosas, pastries and more until 11 p.m. 

 

Little Woodrow’s EaDo 

Mark your calendars for the cornhole tournament on Sunday, September 26. Entry is free, and prizes will be awarded for 1st and 2nd place.