Weekend Shortcuts
Saturday, May 27 2017
- Kolache Saturday at Revival Market – Nosh on homemade kolaches at Revival Market. 8am.
- Asian Heritage Bus Tour – Explore the rich cultural offerings and ethnic foods of Southwest Houston on a curated, half-day guided tour that explores a variety of cultural, dining and shopping destinations in Bellaire, Harwin, and Hillcroft boulevards. $35. 10am to 2:30pm.
- Beats BBQ Brews at Glitter Karaoke – Jam to beats from DJ Seek, sip on $4 beers from Buffalo Bayou Brewery, and chow down on finger lickin’ barbeque from Blood Bros. BBQ at Glitter Karaoke. Noon to 4pm.
- South Houston Crawfish Festival at Hobby Event Center – Enjoy this family-friendly festival with live music, DJ’s, activities for kids, and plenty of crawfish at the Hobby Event Center. Tickets start at $12, not including ticket fees. Noon to 10pm.
- Banh Mi Eating Contest at Saigon House – Come hungry and see how many Vietnamese sandwiches you can eat at this banh mi eating contest at Saigon House in Midtown. $10. 1pm.
- Karbach + Creek Brews Cruise in The Heights – Meet up at Cedar Creek to get a pint glass, beer tickets, and a t-shirt and then hop on a bike and ride to Onion Creek and Canyon Creek before heading back to Cedar Creek. This event supports the MS Society. $15. 1pm to 6pm.
- Houston Dash vs. Seattle Reign FC at BBVA Compass Stadium – Cheer on the Dash as they take on Seattle in a home game at BBVA Compass Stadium. Tickets start at $15. 3pm.
- Plus Fest at Esperson Gallery – Gather at Esperson Gallery to enjoy this multi-media art show featuring spoken word, videographers, DJs, musicians, and visual artists displaying and performing their work. Tickets start at $30, but you may find limited discounted tickets ranging from $15 to $22. 4pm to 11:55pm.
- Memorial Day Weekend Comedy Show at Grooves of Houston – Comedian Mario Tory will provide the laughs while Grooves of Houston provides 75 cent drinks, 5 dollar you-call-its, and half off appetizers. $15; limited discounted $7.50 tickets available. 7pm.
- Strolling Saturdays at Discovery Green | FREE – Gatsby-inspired musicians, living statues and more will be roaming around Avenida Houston at this weekend’s strolling Saturday. 7pm to 10pm.
- Native Gardens at Main Street Theater – See what happens with neighbors go from kind to entitled as disagreements over a property line get blown out of proportion in Native Gardens playing at Main Street Theater. $39; limited discounted $19.50 tickets available. 7:30pm.
- Houston Symphony: Classic Broadway at Jones Hall – The Houston Symphony will celebrate Mike Krajewski’s final concert weekend as the Principal POPS Conductor with a concert of Broadway music at Jones Hall. Admission Tickets start at $35, not including ticket fees. 8pm.
- The Late Show at Prohibition Supperclub & Bar – Travel back to the 1920s when Moonlight Dolls take the stage to perform at Prohibition. $40; limited discounted $24 tickets available. 11:30pm.
- Great Things to Do All Memorial Day Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston this weekend are happening all weekend long.
Sunday, May 28, 2017
- The Artisan Market at The Phoenix on Westheimer – The Phoenix on Westheimer is bringing artisans, crafters and artists together for this market. Stick around to enjoy brunch and mimosa specials at The Phoenix. 11am to 5pm.
- BrisketU Backyard Pitmaster Class at Southern Star Brewing Company in Conroe – Learn everything there is to know about brisket – from picking out the best cut to trimming, smoking and serving it – at this pitmaster class at Southern Star Brewery. $69. Noon to 3pm.
- Luau at Southern Goods – Southern Goods will serve up a special menu of luau grub, including two whole roasted pigs, Hawaiian cocktails, and poke accompanied by live music. Noon to 8pm.
- Chili Cook-Off at Under the Radar Brewery – Help judge who makes the best chili while tossing around the bean bags in a game of cornhole or sipping on craft beer at Under the Radar Brewery. Noon to 8pm.
- Last Sundays at RockStar Gallery – Gear up for summer at this art show showcasing original works under the theme “Every Summer Has a Story” at RockStar Gallery. 1pm to 5pm.
- Memorial Day Block Party at Alley Kat – Party all day at Alley Kat with performances from hip-hop artist Rakim and opening act Frank D’Amato. 3pm.
- Madness on Main Music Festival at White Oak Music Hall – Madness on Main Music Festival will bring together new emerging artists for an afternoon of live performances at White Oak Music Hall. Tickets start at $15, not including ticket fees. 4pm.
- Boni’s Dance: Let’s Go to the Movies at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – The Woodlands dance school Boni’s Dance will put on this performance inspired by movies at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. 6pm.
- Bad News Pop-Up at Southside Espresso | No Cover – Kristine Nguyen of Bad News Bar will get behind the counter at Southside Espresso to whip up some cocktails while you enjoy live music. 6pm to 9pm.
- Memorial Day Foam Party at Metropolis – Cover up in your beach attire and head to Metropolis Nightclub to dance to top 40 hits on a foam-filled dance floor. No cover before 11pm. 9pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Memorial Day Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston this weekend are happening all weekend long.
Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, 2017
- World War II Memorial in the Heights | FREE – Pay your respects to Heights area soldiers who served in World War II at this patriotic memorial at Heights Boulevard and East 11th Street. All day.
- Memorial Day Ceremony at Houston National Cemetery | FREE – Honor those who have served our country during this ceremony at the Houston National Cemetery. 9:30am.
- Freedom Flow Yoga Class in Sugar Land | FREE – Bring your own mat to Sugar Land’s Town Square for this free yoga class led by Revolution Studio. 9:30am to 11am.
- Big, Bad Brunch Cooking Class at Central Market – Learn how to make Southern brunch staples like grits, black pepper buttermilk biscuits, and cornmeal madeleines while you sip on mimosas at this Central Market Cooking Class. $55. 11am to 2pm.
- Memorial Day Crawfish Boil at Max’s Wine Dive on Fairview – Max’s Wine Dive hosts a Memorial Day crawfish boil where you can enjoy a complimentary bottle of bubbles with a purchase of $15 of delicious mudbugs. Crawfish is $5 per pound and $20 for 5 pounds. 11am to 10pm.
- Memorial Day at Memorial City | FREE – Celebrate Memorial Day with a family-friendly patriotic party featuring live country music, face painting, Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs, and more at Memorial City Mall. 3pm to 6pm.
- Bollywood Fun and Fit at Discovery Green | FREE – Get fit at this Bollywood-themed night at Discovery Green in Downtown Houston. 6:30pm to 7:30pm.
- Goodbye June in Concert at House of Blues – Rock out to music from Nashville-based band Goodbye June and opening acts Badflower and Zach Person at House of Blues. $12. 7pm.
- Open Mic Comedy Night at Rudyard’s British Pub – Laugh out loud at skits from local stand up comedians at open mic night at Rudyard’s British Pub. 8pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Memorial Day Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston this weekend are happening all weekend long.
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