Make the most of your week with our top 16 event picks happening in Houston from Monday, April 4 to Sunday, April 10, 2016.
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Watch the infamous Art Car Parade roll through Downtown, rock out at a Tori Kelly concert, wine and dine at one of the many food and wine events, get a first look at a new restaurant concept during a pop-up dinner at The Breakfast Klub, hold your breath as the Big Dance comes to an end at NRG Stadium and more happening this week in Houston.
Top 16 Things to Do This Week in Houston
- NCAA National Championship at NRG Stadium | Monday, April 4 – Watch as the big dance comes to an end and the final two teams play to win the NCAA division I men’s basketball championship. Don’t forget to check out the Final Four Fan Fest in downtown beginning at Noon. Tickets start at $119, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 9pm.
- Houston Press Menu of Menus at Silver Street Station | Tuesday, April 5 – Enjoy live music, wine, beer, cocktails and food samples from more than 40 of Houston’s best restaurants. Tickets start at $55. 7pm to 10pm.
- Happy Hour Kickoff for Bayou Bash at Axelrad | Tuesday, April 5 – Join Bayou Buddies in Midtown for a happy hour to kickoff their spring fundraiser Bayou Bash. 6:30pm.
- La Santa Cecilia in Concert at Last Concert Cafe | Tuesday, April 5 – Hear Los Angeles-based band La Santa Cecilia’s unique sound – a blend of Pan-American rhythms with rock and R&B – when they perform at Last Concert Cafe. La Sien, Enrique Infante and Gaby Veray will perform as well. Tickets start at $17. 7pm.
- Domaine Marchand Wine Dinner at Bistro Provence | Tuesday, April 5 – Join winemaker Jean-Philippe Marchand and Bistro Provence chef Cedric Vernin for a four-course dinner with wine pairings. Can’t make the dinner? Enjoy a free tasting of the featured wines the following day at French Country Wines. $95. 7pm.
- Stripes Movie Screening at Historic Market Square | Wednesday, April 6 | FREE – Catch the classic 1981 comedy that enlisted Bill Murray and Harold Ramis in the U.S. Army. Be sure to bring lawn chair or blanket before you grab a spot under the stars. 7:30pm.
- A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Studio 101 | Wednesday, April 6 to Saturday, April 9 – Witness an all-female cast perform a 1980s take on Shakespeare’s classic tale A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Studio 101. $15 in advance; $20 at the door, but limited discounted $7.50 tickets are available. Showtimes vary.
- Sugar Land Food & Wine Affair | Wednesday, April 6 to Sunday, April 10 – Nosh and sip your way through the 13th annual Sugar Land Food & Wine Affair. Tickets start at $40. Thursday 6:30pm to 9pm; Friday 5:30pm to 9:30pm; Saturday 1pm to 4pm; Sunday 11am to 2pm.
- The Cave Singers in Concert at Rudyard’s British Pub | Thursday, April 7 – Head to the popular Montrose pub for an intimate concert from Seattle-based indie folk band The Cave Singers. Tickets start at $13. 8pm.
- Big River at Queensbury Theatre | Thursday, April 7 to Sunday, April 10 – See the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn adapted for the stage when Queensbury Theatre performs Big River. $48; but limited comped and discounted tickets are available. Showtimes vary.
- 29th Annual Art Car Parade through Downtown Houston | Saturday, April 9 | FREE – More than 250 mobile works of art will participate in the annual Art Car Parade put on by The Orange Show. The parade has moved from its traditional route due to construction on Allen Parkway. Get there early for a good seat. 2pm.
- Brenner’s on the Bayou Wine Fest | Saturday, April 9 – Sample vino from over 10 wineries at this outdoor affair along Buffalo Bayou and enjoy bites like short rib sliders, duck rillette, banh mi tacos and more prepared by some of the city’s best chefs. Tickets start at $65. 3pm to 6pm.
- Pop Up Test Kitchen at The Breakfast Klub | Saturday, April 9 – Get a first look at a new restaurant concept from chef Dawn Burrell featuring five courses of local ingredients during this pop up dinner at The Breakfast Klub. $99.74. 6pm to 9pm.
- 2nd Saturday Nites: Doomsday Wrestling Live in Historic Market Square | Saturday, April 9 | FREE – Market Square Park’s new, free monthly series continues with headlocks and hi-jinks from the award-winning comedy wrestlers. The show is appropriate for all ages. Stick around afterwards to enjoy the Historic District’s bars and restaurants, along with the food and fashion trucks at Market on Main. 2nd Saturday Nites at 7pm. Market on Main 7pm to 2am.
- 14th Annual Run for the Rose 5K and Family 1K Run / Walk | Sunday, April 10 – Run, walk, roll or stroll to awareness and funds to fight brain cancer. The Dr. Marnie Rose Foundation’s annual event is filled with family fun, costumed participants, serious runners and relaxed family walkers. Registrations start at $35; $20 for ages 3 to 12. 8am.
- Tori Kelly in Concert at Revention Music Center | Sunday, April 10 – Sing along to songs like “Hollow” and “Should’ve Been Us” when singer-songwriter Tori Kelly comes to Houston to perform on her Unbreakable Tour. Tickets start at $29.50, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 8pm.
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