Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, February 19 to Sunday, February 22, 2015.
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Things to Do All Weekend
- Shark! Exhibit at HMNS | Daily – Take a close look at the predator of the sea during the last weekend of this temporary exhibit at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. $25; limited discounted $12.50 tickets available. 9am to 5pm daily.
- Cirque du Soleil’s Amaluna at Sam Houston Race Park | Daily – Head under the fanciful Grand Chapiteu tent erected especially for Cirque du Soleil for a fanciful story and stunning gymnastic performance based on Shakespeare’s The Tempest. Most tickets range from $50 to $130 but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market. Times vary.
- Kinky Boots at the Hobby Center | Daily – Laugh along and tap your toes at TUTS performance of this infectious Broadway musical from Cyndi Lauper. Tickets range from $29.50 to $98.50 before ticketing fees. You may also find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.Times vary.
- Jekyll & Hyde at the Grand in Galveston | Friday and Saturday – Enjoy a musical production of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic novel at The Grand in Galveston. $46; limited discounted $16 to $23 tickets available. 8pm both nights.
- Texas Yoga Conference | Friday to Sunday – Be a part of the ultimate yoga experience at TYC. The three day event at ISKCON Houston includes yoga classes for all levels, lectures and music. $350 weekend pass; $108 Friday pass; $199 Saturday pass; $129 Sunday pass. 3pm to 9pm Friday; 9:30am to 7pm Saturday; 9:30am to 3pm Sunday.
- The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] in the Heights | Friday to Sunday – See bits and pieces of Shakespeare’s 37 plays performed by three actors in just two hours. $18; limited discounted $9 tickets available. 8pm Friday and Saturday; 2pm Sunday.
- Lunar New Year at Viet Hoa Center | Saturday and Sunday | FREE –Welcome the year of the goat during this weekend-long Lunar New Year celebration with a fashion show, traditional dance performances, lucky red firecrackers, lion dances and musical performances. 11am to 7pm both days.
- Activities inside the Loop from BigKidSmallCity | Daily – Find events, recommendations and family-friendly activities from our favorite Houston mom-in-the-know Jill Jarvis of BigKidSmallCity.
- Houston Rockets Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Score tickets to Rockets home games. Don’t miss a game and grab hard-to-get seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
Thursday, February 19, 2015
- Wild Wheels at the Houston Zoo – Stroll around the zoo with your child(ren) and learn about long haired mammals during this monthly program aimed at children from newborn to 3 years old. This event is part of the Wild Wheels series. $25 for first child includes 1 adult admission; zoo members: $10 children and $2 adults. 9:15am to 10:15am.
- In Plain Sight Screening and Discussion at the Grand in Galveston | FREE – Learn about the issue of sex trafficking in Galveston, the state of Texas and the rest of the country during this screening and discussion at The Grand. 6:30pm.
- Heather Webb Booksigning – Hear from the author of Rodin’s Lover during an appearance at Brazos Bookstore. $16 for a paperback copy of the book. 7pm.
- Iva Dawn in Concert at Fitzgerald’s – See UH graduate Iva Dawn – who just released her debut EP – perform at Fitzgerald’s in the Heights. $5. 8pm.
- Mick Jenkins in Concert at Warehouse Live – Watch hip-hop artist Mick Jenkins in concert with Kirk Knight. $20.50. 8pm.
- Dre Day at Boondocks – Enjoy gin & juice specials and west coast rap videos at Boondocks during this event celebrating the work of Dr. Dre. Free for guests 21 and older. 10pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston this weekend are happening all weekend long. Click here to scroll up and see our list.
Friday, February 20, 2015
- 50 Tastes of Grapes at Fleming’s Steakhouse – Sample 50 different wines while enjoying appetizers during this cocktail party at Flemings Steakhouse. $40. 6:30pm.
- Turkish Cuisine, Simplified at Central Market – Learn how to prepare Turkish dishes like ali nazik kebab, Turkish delights and ezo gelin corba during this class at Central Market. $60. 6:30pm to 9pm.
- Bob Schneider in Concert at House of Blues – Enjoy music from Austin-favorite artist Bob Schneider in Downtown Houston. Tickets start at $41. 7pm.
- Matt Kepnes aka Nomadic Matt at Brazos Bookstore – Learn How to Travel the World on $50 a Day when author and world traveler Matt Kepnes shares his tips and tricks for traveling on a budget. $5; $15 for a paperback copy of the book. 7pm.
- Pitch Perfect Sing-Along at Alamo Drafthouse Mason Park – Sing along with the Barden Bellas and Treblemakers during a karaoke-style screening of the 2012 hit Pitch Perfect at Alamo Drafthouse Mason Park. $9. 7:30pm.
- Logic in Concert at Warehouse Live – See rapper Logic perform on his Under Pressure World Tour. $28. 8pm.
- Jonathan Biss in Concert – Enjoy a performance from award-winning pianist Jonathan Biss at Stude Concert Hall. $30 to $65; limited discounted $15 to $32.50 tickets available. 8pm.
- Dada Life in Concert at Stereo Live – Dance all night when the Dada Land Compound Tour stops in Houston. $45 VIP; general admission tickets are sold out. 9pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston this weekend are happening all weekend long. Click here to scroll up and see our list.
