Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, September 27 to Sunday, September 30, 2018.
Weekend Shortcuts
Cheer loud from the stands at BBVA Compass Stadium, channel your green thumb at a DIY succulent terrarium workshop, chow down on all sorts of shrimp-centric dishes, sit back and enjoy a beloved Broadway musical, network with the ladies of tech at the Grace Hopper convention, and more.
Check below to find great things happening around Houston this weekend, from Thursday, September 27 to Sunday, September 30, 2018.
Things to Do All Weekend
- YMCA Dragon Boat Team Challenge 2018 at North Shore Park | Daily – Team up with a group of paddlers and race through Lake Woodlands in a colorful, dragon-headed canoe that spans 40 feet and weighs more than 1800 pounds. The YMCA’s annual challenge, which includes several other team-oriented activities, aims to promote camaraderie, teamwork, and community spirit among its participants. $1000 per team. Spectators are welcome at no cost, but there are no planned public activities or entertainment. Times vary.
- Karbachtoberfest at Karbach Brewing | Daily – Gulp down Karbach brews, listen to live music from local musicians, and embrace the spirit of Karbachtoberfest throughout the brewery’s three-week celebration. This weekend’s musical acts include Dirty River Boys, Wild Child, and Tony! Toni! Toné!. Times vary.
- Les Misérables at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts | Daily – See the timeless, Tony-Award-winning musical, Les Misérables, when British theatrical producer Cameron Mackintosh brings his newly revamped production to Houston’s Hobby Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown. Tickets start at $35, but you may find cheaper, better, or hard-to-get seats on TicketNetwork’s resale website. Showtimes vary.
- Find Your Beach on Galveston Island | Daily – The water has been amazing in Galveston this summer. Whether you’re looking to join in a game of beach volleyball and toss back some cold ones at alcohol-friendly East Beach, or you’re looking to bond with your family under the sun in a beach challenge at lifeguard-supervised Stewart Beach, Galveston’s got the beach for you.
- Love & Makes Candle-Making Workshop in Rice Village | Daily – Design and create a personalized wax candle with help from the team at Love & Makes in Rice Village. The BYOB workshop also features handmade goods from local artisans to shop while your candles set. $45. Times vary daily.
- Around the World in 80 Days at The George Theatre | Daily – Marvel at five actors who transform into 39 different characters—think stampeding elephants, raging typhoons, and runaway trains—in a classic story of adventure, Around the World in 80 Days. Tickets start at $15, but a limited number of premium seats are discounted to $12.50. Showtimes vary.
- ‘Da Kink in my Hair at the Ensemble Theatre | Daily – Explore the stories of eight Black women in ‘Da Kink in my Hair, a musical stage play set in a Caribbean hair salon that’s owned by a West Indian hair stylist living in Toronto. Tickets start at $30. 7:30pm.
- 2018 Grace Hopper Celebration at George R. Brown Convention Center | Thursday and Friday – Join fellow women technologists at the largest convention of its kind, the Grace Hopper Celebration, at George R. Brown Convention Center. You’ll hear keynote speakers and other industry experts speak on topics such as leadership skills, advancements in technology, gaining visibility in the workplace, and gender gaps. $1150. 7:45am both days.
- Exit Strategy at Rec Room | Thursday to Saturday – Rec Room Arts opens their 2018– 2019 season with Exit Strategy, a play written by Ike Holter that tells the story of a fictional public high school slated for closure at the end of the school year. Tickets are $30 for general admission; $15 for students and $40 for opening night. Thursday 7:30pm; Friday and Saturday 8pm.
- Galveston Island Shrimp Festival in Downtown Galveston | Friday and Saturday – Get your fill of Gulf Coast shrimp during Galveston Island’s annual shrimp festival. Shellfish lovers can attend a VIP kick-off party, Gumbo Stroll, the Lil’ Shrimp’s Parade, a shrimp cook-off, and a 5k race. Gumbo Stroll tickets $14 in advance; $17 day of the event. The 5k is $46 by itself; $56 includes a Gumbo Stroll ticket. The parade is free to watch. Times vary.
- The Catastrophic Theatre presents Sam Shepard’s Curse of the Starving Class at MATCH | Friday to Sunday – On the heels of the one year anniversary of Sam Shepard’s passing, The Catastrophic Theatre kicks off its new season with Shepard’s Curse of the Starving Class, the Pulitzer Prize winning playwright’s searing portrait of a rural, working class family. Tickets start at $10 and all performances are “Pay what you can.” Showtimes vary.
- Uptown Dance Company presents Female Voices in Motion at MATCH | Friday and Saturday – Head to Midtown’s MATCH for an evening of contemporary ballet, jazz, and modern dance performances produced by a trio of Houston-based, female choreographers. Each piece takes a different approach to represent the female voice in dance, paying tribute to names like Jack Cole, Luigi, and Bob Fosse along the way. $30. 7:30pm both nights.
- Texas Renaissance Festival | Saturday and Sunday – Hear ye, hear ye, lords and ladies: dress thyself in themed garb, nosh on turkey legs, and shout “Huzzah!” as the beloved Texas Renaissance Festival returns for its 2018 season. Camp out on the festival grounds, or stop in for a full day of shopping, entertainment, wine tasting, and foods fit for a king. Oktoberfest is this week’s theme. Tickets start at $24.95.
- Drake in Concert at Toyota Center | Saturday and Sunday – Take a crack at the KiKi Challenge during a live show by the famed actor-turned-rapper and Houston-aficionado, Drake, when he performs at Toyota Center alongside “Walk It Talk It” collaborators Migos. Tickets start at $59.50, but you may find cheaper of better seats on the TicketNetwork resale marketplace. 6pm.
- Southern Living Showcase: Beyond the Storm in Braes Heights | Saturday and Sunday – Browse a selection of culinary, gardening, and interior design demos at the 2018 Southern Living “Beyond the Storm” Showcase Home event. The 6,076-square-foot, three-story home includes five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a media room, a game room, a dining room, and a breakfast area along with a gourmet kitchen. $15. 1pm and 3pm each day.
- Houston Texans Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on 2018 Texans games with cheaper, better, or hard-to-find seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
- Houston Astros Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Astros games with cheaper, better, or hard-to-find 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.
Thursday, September 27, 2018
- The Buzz Weekday Workout at Evelyn’s Park Conservancy | FREE – Work up a sweat with The Buzz Magazine and Pledge To Fitness trainers at Evelyn’s Park Conservancy. The class consists of a 15-minute warm-up, 15 minutes of stretching, a 25-minute targeted workout, and a 5-minute cooldown. 8:30am to 9:30am.
- Girls Night Out: Twilight Market at Revolver Houston | No Cover – Grab a drink and browse unique items from local vendors when Shop Local hosts a Twilight Market at Revolver Houston. 6pm.
- YUM DMC’s French Spirits Discovery Cocktail Pairing Dinner at Boheme – Guest Chef David Cordúa prepares a delicious pop-up French Discovery dinner featuring Grey Goose Vodka at Boheme. Tickets are $78 per person and seating is limited. The cocktail reception is at 6:30pm and the coursed meal begins at 7pm.
- Lord Huron in Concert at Revention Music Center – Head to Revention Music Center for a show as Indie rockers Lord Huron take the stage in support of their April 2018 release, Vide Noir. Tickets start at $31, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 7pm.
- Jesus Hopped the A Train at Studio 101 – Take a seat for a stirring performance of Jesus Hopped the A Train, which follows a New York bike messenger who is charged for shooting the leader of a religious cult. Tickets start at $26, but limited comped (you just pay the ticketing fee) and discounted $16 tickets are available for select shows. 7:30pm. Recommended for audiences ages 17 and older.
- Juicy Scoop with Comedian Heather McDonald at Houston Improv – Crack up as comedian Heather McDonald spills the tea on your favorite reality TV stars and other celebrities during a live show based on her popular podcast, Juicy Scoop, at Houston Improv. Tickets start at $20. 8pm.
- Carlos Vives in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – Swoon to the sounds of the beloved Latin artist, Carlos Vives, when he stops in Sugar Land’s Smart Financial Centre on the Vives Tour USA 2018. Tickets start at $66, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 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 28, 2018
- A Journey of Flavors in Tomball, Texas – Discover the inner workings of coffee-roasting, chocolate truffle-making, and meat-smoking when two family-owned businesses, Tejas Chocolate & Barbecue and Shop Copan, open their doors for A Journey of Flavors in Tomball. $45. 9am.
- Friday Market at FM Kitchen and Bar | No Cover – Discover your new favorite source of local art, jewelry, beauty products, and produce in this daytime market at FM Kitchen and Bar. 11am to 2pm.
- Triumph of the Human Spirit: Works from Houston’s Refugee and Immigrant Artists at St. John’s School – See inspiring artworks made by former immigrants and refugees who now call Houston home at the Triumph of the Human Spirit: Works from Houston’s Refugee and Immigrant Artists exhibit at St. John’s School. Tickets are $25. 6pm to 9pm.
- Family Movie Night: Movie Screening of Annie at Levy Park | FREE – Treat the family to a free movie this Friday night when Levy Park presents the new take on a classic Broadway musical, Annie, starring Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz. 7:30pm.
- Succulent Terrarium Craft Class at Art Cellar Houston – Design and create your very own succulent terrarium in this DIY class at Art Cellar Houston. Presented by Pop Shop America, the BYOB workshop includes all supplies necessary to create two small terrariums, as well as maintenance tips to keep your plant looking its best. $35. 7pm to 9:30pm.
- Ozzy Osbourne in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – Hold up a lighter and jam out to a live show by Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy-winner Ozzy Osbourne, when he teams up with Stone Sour at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Tickets start at $55, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 7:30pm.
- 5 Seconds of Summer in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – Get pumped for a live show by the pop-rock boy group, 5 Seconds of Summer, as they stop at Smart Financial Centre on the Meet You There Tour in Sugar Land. Tickets start at $70, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 8pm.
- Classic Journey Live at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – Hear hits like “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Faithfully,” and “Open Arms” when the Journey tribute band, Classic Journey Live, lights up the stage in a free concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre. 8pm.
- 54 at Prohibition Supperclub & Bar – Transport to the ‘70s it-scene of Studio 54 as Rex Nightly hosts an evening of heart-pounding, booty-shaking music, and dance performances at Prohibition Supper Club & Bar. Tickets are $20, but you may find limited discounted tickets for $10. Click here to check for limited discounted tickets. 11pm.
- 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.
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