Cunninghair from St louis on 7/3/2011 11:19:26 AM:
There is the occasional Trailnet or charity ride. I believe there used to be a music festival associated with a ride. However, I don't feel the Katy is condusive to "events.". The trail is narrow. Last time we stumbled into a trailnet ride, we couldn't get out of there fast enough--too congested.
Check the small towns along the trail for festivals such as winery, pumpkin, something about catfish? Of course this also drive up hotel prices, which we also try to avoid.