Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, September 28 to Sunday, October 1, 2017.
Weekend Shortcuts
Take advantage of the last few days of Houston Restaurant Weeks, keep giving back to those in need at Harvey relief events, chow down on shrimp in Galveston, learn how to cook, catch your favorite artists in concert and more.
Check below to find great things happening around Houston this weekend, from Thursday, September 28 to Sunday, October 1, 2017.
Things to Do All Weekend
- Hurricane Harvey Relief and Recovery Events Around Houston | Daily – Help fellow Houstonians by donating money, clothing and food at various fundraisers and concerts benefiting Hurricane Harvey relief. Times, prices, and locations vary.
- Disgraced at Studio 101 | Daily – Catch the Houston premiere of Disgraced, a drama about a Pakistani-American lawyer that hosts a dinner party and dives into issues about race and religion, performed by 4th Wall Theatre Company at Studio 101. $32; limited comped and discounted $16 tickets available. Thursday to Saturday 7:30pm; Sunday 3pm.
- Houston Restaurant Weeks at Participating Restaurants Around Houston | Thursday to Saturday – Houston Restaurant Weeks has been extended to raise much-needed funds for the Houston Food Bank due to Hurricane Harvey. Dine out for a good cause all month as part of this annual city-wide fundraiser. Restaurants will be offering prix fixe menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner.
- The Great Taproom Challenge at 8th Wonder Brewery | Thursday to Saturday – Sip on craft beer at 8th Wonder Brewery in EaDo and they’ll donate $1 from each beer to Harvey relief. Monday to Saturday 11am to 10pm; Sunday 11am to 6pm.
- Galveston Island Shrimp Festival | Friday and Saturday – Head out to the island for a weekend full of shrimp festivities like a gumbo stroll tasting, a lil’ shrimps parade, live music, and 5k. Tickets start at $10. Friday 7:30pm to 10pm; Saturday noon to 4pm.
- The Groundling at Theatre Southwest | Friday and Saturday – See the story of a man who decides to write a play about his troubled marriage unfold on stage in The Groundling at Theatre Southwest. $19; limited discounted $9.50 tickets available. 8pm both nights.
- Karbachtoberfest at Karbach Brewing Co. | Friday and Saturday – Head to Karbach Brewery for German food, live music, and beer in honor of Oktoberfest. Starts at noon both days.
- Texas Ink & Art Expo in Galveston | Friday to Sunday – Check out live tattooing, tattoo art, contests, and a freak show at this three-day expo for ink lovers in Galveston. Tickets start at $20. Friday noon to 10pm; Saturday 10am to 11pm; Sunday 10am to 1am.
- Delicious Brunches Around Greater Houston | Saturday and Sunday – No matter what part of the city you live in, there’s a delicious brunch option near you. Click here to see our handy lists of Where to Brunch in Greater Houston, including The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, Downtown, Midtown, The Heights, Montrose, The Museum District, The East End, Memorial City, The Energy Corridor, Galveston and more.
- Houston Texans Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Texans home games with cheaper, better, or hard-to-get seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
- Houston Dynamo Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Dynamo games with cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
- Houston Astros Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Astros games with cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
Thursday, September 28, 2017
- No Bully Here performance at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – Take in this anti-bullying performance that features dance, music, and celebrity appearances at Miller Outdoor Theatre. 11am.
- The Fab 5 in Concert at Market Street | FREE – Jam to tunes from The Beatles from tribute band The Fab 5 at this free concert at Market Street. 6pm.
- Paul Wall in Concert at Discovery Green | FREE – See a show from Houston rapper Paul Wall and opener Genesis Blue at Discovery Green. 7pm.
- Platypus Brewing Co. Beer Dinner at Rudyard’s British Pub – Enjoy a multi-course dinner paired with beer from Platypus Brewing Co. at Rudyard’s. $50. 7pm.
- Gorky’s Enemies at Main Street Theater in Rice Village – Catch Maxim Gorky’s smart play about pre-revolutionary Russia and a society on the brink of collapse. Tickets start at $10. 7:30pm.
- The Mystery of Edwin Drood Musical at Obsidian Theater – Don’t miss the Tony Award-winning musical The Mystery of Edwin Drood when it comes to Houston’s Obsidian Theater. $37.50; limited discounted $18.75 tickets may be available. 8pm.
- 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, September 29, 2017
- Hell Or High Water Night Market at East End Street Market – East End Street Market is back for an evening of shopping from local vendors with complimentary adult beverages. 6pm to 10pm.
- Date Night Cooking Class at Brennan’s of Houston – Plan your next date night at Brennan’s, where you’ll cook dishes inspired by the future of Creole cuisine. The menu will feature honey bourbon quail and banana foster souffle. $150 per couple. 6:30pm to 9pm.
- Critical Mass Bike Ride at Market Square Park | FREE – Bike through Downtown Houston during this monthly community ride with Critical Mass. 7pm.
- Love Yo’Self: A Showcase at Avant Garden – Show Houston some love and give back to Harvey relief efforts at this show featuring local performers, DJs, and vendors. $10. 7pm to midnight.
- Mean Girls Float & Flick Movie Screening at Hotel Derek – Watch Mean Girls play on Hotel Derek’s three-story movie wall as you enjoy food and drinks at the pool. $20. 7:30pm.
- Sing Movie Screening at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – Watch as Buster Moon the koala tries to save his theater with a singing competition in the animated movie Sing at this free screening at Miller Outdoor Theatre. 7:30pm.
- Uptown Dance Company presents Soul Searching at The MATCH – Opening Uptown Dance Company’s 2017-18 season, the performance Soul Searching features the premiere of two new works by award-winning choreographer Barry Kerollis and artistic director Beth Gulledge-Brown. Tickets are $30 for general admission; $25 for ages 65 and up; $15 for college students with valid ID. 7:30pm.
- Marco Antonio Solis in Concert at Toyota Center – Latin pop singer Marco Antonio Solis will bring his music to Houston on his Y Las Historia Continua Tour with special guests Jesse and Joy. Tickets start at $59.50, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s online resale market. 8pm.
- Wonder Woman Movie Screening at Memorial City | FREE – See the 2017 live-action superhero movie Wonder Woman outdoors at Memorial City Mall. 8pm to 10pm.
- The Flaming Lips in Concert at Revention Music Center – ‘80s rock band The Flaming Lips will head to Houston to put on a show at Revention Music Center. Tickets start at $40. 8pm.
- Paramore in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – Paramore will bring their pop-punk sound to Sugar Land’s Smart Financial Centre for a show on their Tour Two. Tickets start at $38.50. 8pm.
- 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.
Things to do on Saturday, September 30 and Sunday, October 1, 2017.
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