Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, February 14 to Sunday, February 17, 2019.
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Fall in love with one of many romantic V-Day date ideas, watch the Harlem Globetrotters perform all kinds of trick shots and slam dunks, network with fellow women business owners at the HWE Women’s Expo, wear a Mardi Gras mask for a themed pub crawl through the Heights, cheer on competitors in the WWE Elimination Chamber and more.
Check below to find great things happening around Houston this weekend, from Valentine’s Day, Thursday, February 14 to Sunday, February 17, 2019.
Things to Do All Weekend
- Moonlight and Magnolias at the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC | Daily – Travel back to 1939 Hollywood, where Gone With the Wind producer David Selznick teams up with The Wizard of Oz director Victor Flemming and script doctor Ben Hecht to create a movie masterpiece in the comedic stage play, Moonlight and Magnolias. Tickets are $30; $20 for JCC members. Showtimes vary.
- For Tonight at Queensbury Theatre | Daily – Follow along as three siblings are forced to fend for themselves following the deaths of their parents in the 2015 New Horizons Music Festival finalist, For Tonight. Tickets start at $21. Showtimes vary.
- Quack at Alley Theatre | Daily – Presented by Alley Theatre, Eliza Clark’s new comedy Quack exposes the shaky foundations of the wellness industry, the fleeting nature of 21st Century fame, and the relationship between the powerful men who dole out advice and the women who are supposed to receive it with a smile. Tickets start at $45. Showtimes vary.
- Valentine’s Day at The Grove Houston | Thursday to Saturday – Sweep your S.O. off their feet with a romantic dinner for two, offered Valentine’s Day through Saturday at The Grove. While overlooking views of Discovery Green, you can enjoy a three-course dinner of arugula salad with toasted pecans, seasonal fruit, and mustard vinaigrette; live oak-grilled NY strip and lobster tail with roasted garlic-herb butter; local grits and asparagus; and mole torte with Valrhona chocolate, strawberries, almond, and ancho chile, all served family style. $100 per couple. 5pm to 10pm.
- The Catastrophic Theatre presents Bootycandy at MATCH | Friday to Sunday – Catastrophic presents Robert O’Hara’s bold, provocative, raucous play that explores homosexuality in black culture. Tickets are pay what you can. Showtimes vary.
- Rice University Owls vs. Rhode Island at Reckling Park | Friday to Sunday – Take your seat to watch the Owls when they play Rhode Island on their home field. Tickets start at $15, but you may find better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. Times vary.
- University of Houston Cougars vs. Northwestern State at Schroeder Park | Friday to Sunday – Watch as the Cougars baseball team take the field to play Northwestern State at Schroeder Park. Tickets start at $24, but you may find better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. Times vary.
- Harlem Globetrotters at Fertitta Center | Friday to Sunday – Ball out at a thrilling performance by the world-renowned Harlem Globetrotters at Fertitta Center on the University of Houston campus. You’ll see the uber-talented players perform all kinds of trick shots and slam dunks throughout the show. Tickets start at $20, but you may find better or cheaper seats using the TicketNetwork resale market. Times vary.
- Love & Makes Candle-Making Workshop in Rice Village | Saturday and Sunday – 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.
- Houston Rockets Tickets on Sales | Sponsored – Save on Rockets games with cheaper, better, or hard-to-find seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
Valentine’s Day, Thursday, February 14, 2019
- Serious Fun: The Magic School Bus – Lost in the Solar System at The Grand 1894 – All aboard The Magic School Bus, where Ms. Frizzle and the gang will launch into an educational wonderland during this all-new, musical adaptation of Scholastic’s original book series. Tickets start at $6. 10am.
- Valentine’s Day Dinners and Events Around Houston – Treat your sweetie to a romantic night out at one of many Valentine’s events happening around town. You can choose from elegant dinners, comedy shows, concerts, and more. Prices, times, and locations vary.
- Valentines Singles’ Mingle at Serenity Studios – Spend Valentine’s Day mixing and mingling with fellow singles, while enjoying hors-d’oeuvres, music, wine, and cocktails at Serenity Studios. $50. 5pm to 8pm.
- Valentines Dinner and Cruise at Hermann Park – Gaze at the sunset from a pedal boat cruise across McGovern Lake with your special someone, then dine al fresco at Pinewood Cafe in Hermann Park. The Valentine’s menu includes a shared appetizer plate; chicken breast or sausage served with mushrooms, spinach, and white sauce over pasta; as well as a non-alcoholic beverage, side salad, roll, and dessert. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. $60 per couple. 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
- Class: Valentine’s Wine & Chocolate Pairing at The Nice Winery – Take an interactive approach to Valentine’s Day with a chocolate and wine pairing at The Nice Winery. You’ll get to taste La Goulue chocolates and exquisite wines chosen by Winemaker and Sommelier Ryan Levy. Tickets are $69 for non-members (limit 2 tickets at this price per membership); $55 for members. 6pm to 8pm.
- Wax & Wine: A Valentine’s Workshop at Love & Make in Rice Village – Love & Make hosts a special Wax and Wine Valentine’s edition of their signature candle-making workshop—perfect for a date night for couples, best friends, and more. This special evening event will be plussed with a wine-tasting experience by Vinology Houston. $65. 6:30pm to 9pm.
- 7th Annual Valentine’s Day Battle of the Sexes Comedy Show at Warehouse Live – Bear witness to a hilarious battle of the sexes comedy show, hosted by FOX’s Rich Williams at Warehouse Live. Participating comedians include Andy Huggins of NBC’s America’s Got Talent, Kristin Lindner from Nickelodeon’s NickMom Nite Out, and Sheng Wang of HBO’S Two Dope Queens, Fresh Off the Boat. Tickets start at $20, but limited, discounted tickets start at $15. 7pm and 9pm.
- Valentine’s Day Singles Mixer at The Gite Gallery – Make your way to The Gite Gallery for a relaxed, and engaging Valentine’s Day singles mixer. Mingle with mature, professional, single men and women while enjoying food, drinks, giveaways, and fun activities. Tickets are $10, but limited discounted $5 tickets are available. 7pm to 10pm.
- Faking It: A Show of Love at Station Theater – Discover the truth about love and all things related as Station Theater hosts this Valentine’s tradition featuring local improv and stand-up sets. Tickets are $8 for advance purchase; $10 at the door. 8pm to 9:30pm.
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Friday, February 15, 2019
- VOX Beer Summit at Eureka Heights Brew Co. | No Cover – Raise awareness of mental health at the third annual VOX Beer Summit, this year featuring the theme, “Rise Above.” You can join a discussion with local groups, network with individuals, and sign up for future volunteering opportunities. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. 6pm.
- Wax & Wine: A Valentine’s Workshop at Love & Make in Rice Village – Love & Make hosts a special Wax and Wine Valentine’s edition of their signature candle-making workshop—perfect for a date night for couples, best friends, and more. Tickets are $65 per person. 6:30pm to 9pm.
- Coheed and Cambria in Concert at House of Blues – Hit up a high-energy rock show as Coheed and Cambria bring their tour to Houston’s House of Blues. Foxing opens the show. Tickets start at $39.50, but you may find better or cheaper seats on the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 7pm.
- Love & Special Sauce in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – Get down to funky tunes by G. Love & Special Sauce during a concert upstairs at White Oak Music Hall in The Heights. Arrive early to see openers Ron Artis II & The Truth. Tickets start at $35, but you may find better or cheaper seats on the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 7:30pm.
- Julio Iglesias in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – Move your hips to the Latin beats of record-breaking artist Julio Iglesias during his live show at Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land. Tickets start at $54.50, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market. 8pm.
- Asleep at the Wheel in Concert at The Heights Theater – See the 10-time Grammy Award-winning group, Asleep at the Wheel, perform an intimate show in the historic Heights Theatre. The eight-piece band now features newcomers Katie Shore, Dennis Ludiker, Connor Forsyth, and Josh Hoag. $32. 8pm.
- Dwight Yoakam at Arena Theatre – Jam out to country music by the legendary artist, and occasional actor, Dwight Yoakam, as he performs a selection of western favorites from his award-winning albums. Tickets start at $55, but you may find better or cheaper seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 9pm.
- Bembe Salsa y Bachata Social at Dauntless Dance – Bembe Salsa y Bachata Social returns for February at the Dauntless Dance & Movement studio on Houston Avenue in the Woodland Heights. Latin dances (including salsa and bachata) are some of the most entertaining and practiced dances all over the world. $10 before 10:30pm when you text Bembe to the number 41400; $13 cash after 10:30pm; $7 for college students and military with valid ID. 9:30pm to 1:30am.
- Flashback Fridays at Henke & Pillot in Downtown | No Cover – Sip cocktails while enjoying laid back music from the past and present at Henke & Pillot’s weekly event, Flashback Friday, featuring the dynamic duo, DJ Stashwell & DJ FlipHop. 10pm.
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