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Critical Mass

They call it a casual group bike ride. But let’s be real, at its best, this mass of bicylcists is a force of pedaling power. When: 7 p.m. Friday Where: Market Square Park, 301 Milam Information: criticalmasshouston.com

The Illustration Show

One talent that is often overlooked: illustrating. Well, here’s a chance for the skilled ones to get the spotlight and showcase their artwork. When: 7 p.m. Friday Where: Insomnia Gallery, 708 Telephone Information: facebook.com/ events/741919132660098

Hip Hop Flea Market

This gathering of merchants promises to be “saturated in unique hip-hop finds,” whatever that means. Our translators suggest that means a lot of grafitti-style art and rap albums. When: 2-7 p.m. Sunday Where: Remax Building/ Graff lot, 2011 Leeland Information: eventbrite.com/e/hiphop-flea-market-tickets-36765535707

Zumba in the Park

Here’s a better excuse for sweating outside: an outdoor Zumba class led by FiTMiX Yoga & Latin Fitness Studio. When: 6:30 p.m. Monday Where: Levy Park Conservancy, 3801 Eastside Information: levyparkhouston.org

Margarita Festival

Life is so hard when you have to chose. So don’t. At this fest, guests can sample a variety of margaritas crafted by different bartenders and then vote for their favorite. Proceeds benefit Houston PetSet. When: Noon-5 p.m. Saturday Where: El Big Bad Margarita Bar + Kitchen, 419 Travis

Tickets: $15; eventbrite.com/e/margarita-festtickets-33058273185

6th Annual Pearland Wine & Food Festival

Texas-based wineries get the spotlight here as the fest showcases red, white and fruit wines along with local food, music and vendors. When: Noon-8 p.m. Saturday Where: Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway, Pearland

Tickets: $30-$145; eventbrite.com/e/6thannual-pearland-food-wine-festivaltickets-33276129800

Waugh Flea

This outdoor market has it all, if you’re looking for local artists, artisans and vintage finds. When: 4-9 p.m. Saturday Where: 1223 Waugh Information: facebook.com/ events/101866873852712

Jazz Festival Extravaganza

Alex Bugnon, Kim Waters, Marion Meadows and more are highlights on the jazz-filled bill. When: 7 p.m. Saturday Where: Martini Blu, 5060 W. FM 1960 Tickets: $50-$110; martiniblu1.com