Find the perfect things to do in Houston 4th of July Weekend with our Houston 4th of July Weekend Guide for Wednesday, July 3 to Sunday, July 7, 2019.
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Marvel at 4th of July fireworks while sipping champagne on a boat; jam out to an epic performance of Queen’s top hits; dust off your Christmas gear for a mid-year, holiday-themed race; test your knowledge of The Office at trivia night; gather your crew to compete in a patriotic volleyball tournament; and more.
Check below to find great things happening around Houston 4th of July Weekend, from Wednesday, July 3 to Sunday, July 7, 2019.
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Things to Do All 4th of July Weekend
- Disney’s Aladdin at the Hobby Center | Daily – Rub the magic lamp and fulfill your wish to see the beloved Disney classic, Aladdin, come to life in a family-friendly, musical production at Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets start at $50, but limited discounted tickets are available starting at $35 for select shows or you may find cheaper or better seats using TicketNetwork’s resale site. Showtimes vary.
- The Escape Game Houston at CityCentre | Daily – Exciting, immersive, and fun, the Escape Game Houston lets you and your friends escape prison, find lost gold, take part in a heist, save the day and more. Teams (up to eight) have 60 minutes to uncover clues, crack codes, solve puzzles, complete their mission, and bond. Reservations are required. Times vary.
- Feelin’ Groovy 5 at The Music Box Theater | Friday and Saturday – Groove to songs from the ‘60s and ‘70s with covers of Janis Joplin, The Rolling Stones and more at Music Box Theatre. Tickets start at $31.50, but limited discounted $15.50 tickets are available for select shows. 7:30pm both nights.
- Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park | Friday to Sunday – Get loud for the Astros when they take the field to play the Angels in a home game at Minute Maid Park. Tickets start at $15, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. Times vary.
- The Catastrophic Theatre presents Speeding Motorcycle at MATCH | Friday to Sunday – Catch a performance of Catastrophic Theatre’s recurring crowd favorite, Speeding Motorcycle, which tells the story of Joe the Boxer, a man who is driven mad when his true love marries an undertaker. Tickets are pay what you can, ranging from $5 to $75. $40 is the suggested price. Showtimes vary.
- Love & Make’s Candle Making Workshop in Rice Village | Friday to 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 Symphony: Music of Queen at Jones Hall | Saturday and Sunday – Sing along to unforgettable hits like “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Are the Champions,” and “Somebody to Love” when the Houston Symphony, along with a vocalist and full rock band, performs a concert of music by Queen. Tickets start at $30, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 7:30pm both days.
- 4th of July Weekend Grocery Shopping with Instacart – Save precious time over the long holiday weekend and order all the groceries and supplies you need for cookouts, pool parties, picnics, and other patriotic fun.
- 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.
- Houston Texans Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Preseason games in Houston begin on Saturday, August 18. Save on 2018 Texans games with cheaper, better, or hard-to-find seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
Wednesday, July 3, 2019
- Live Music at The Cottonmouth Club featuring Goat Leather | No Cover – Enjoy the music, songs, and stories of Goat Leather, a grizzled pair of Houston roustabouts, when the duo performs live at the Cottonmouth Club. 7pm to 10pm.
- Jazz Wednesdays at Axelrad | No Cover – Grab a drink and lounge in a hammock while listening to the music of local jazz musicians every Wednesday at Axelrad. 7pm to 10pm.
- Red, White & Brew Party at Howl at the Moon – Hit the dance floor and sing along to patriotic tunes played by talented musicians at Howl at the Moon’s Red, White & Brew party. Cover charge at the door. 7pm to 2am.
- The Office Trivia at Under the Radar Brewery | No Cover – Shout “Boom, roasted!” as you show off your knowledge of The Office when Under the Radar Brewery hosts a themed trivia night, complete with food trucks and $4 pints. 7:30pm to 10pm.
- Houston Dynamo vs. New York Red Bulls at BBVA Compass Stadium – Sip $1 beers and cheer on the Dynamo when they take the field to play the New York Red Bulls at BBVA Compass Stadium. Tickets start at $7, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 8pm.
- Bingo Night at Little Woodrow’s Rice Village | No Cover – Try your luck at a round of bingo for the chance to win prizes at Little Woodrow’s bar in Rice Village. 8pm.
- Spaceballs Movie Screening at Market Square Park | FREE – Kick off the holiday weekend with a free showing of Spaceballs, a hilarious tale that follows a rogue star pilot and his trusty sidekick as they rescue a princess and save the galaxy. 8:30pm.
- Date for a Night at Etro Lounge & Nightclub | No Cover – Dance to ’80s and early ’90s videos on the big screen at Etro’s weekly party with tunes spun by DJ Brandon Duhon and DJ Girl Prrrts. 10pm to 2am.
- Kinda Super Disco in Concert at Numbers Night Club – Get the party started at a live show by the German-based duo, Andhim, at Numbers Night Club. Arrive early to catch a set by openers Halle Salle. Tickets start at $25, plus fees. 10pm to 2am.
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Independence Day, Thursday, July 4, 2019
- Free July 4th Beer & Wine Delivery from H-E-B with Favor | FREE – Shop H-E-B’s extensive beer and wine selection from the comfort from home, and get it delivered for free by Favor Delivery. You get to take advantage of H-E-B’s great low prices without battling crowds in the parking lot and aisles. Click here for details and to get the app. All day.
- TXU Energy Wings of Freedom 5K/10K and Family Fun Run at Karbach Brewery – Take your mark and get set to run the TXU Energy Wings of Freedom 5K, 10K, or Family Fun Run that kicks off at Karbach Brewery. The dog-friendly race benefits the Be An Angel foundation and offers a Karbach pint glass to the first 100 registrants. Tickets start at $20. 7:30am.
- Pat Green in Concert: 4th Fest at Valley Ranch – Join your friends and family at Valley Ranch for a festive celebration of our country’s independence. Fourth Fest will feature a country music concert headlined by the Grammy award-winning artist, Pat Green, as well as a BBQ cook-off, fireworks show, cirque acts, and family-friendly activities. Tickets are $25; kids under 12 get in free. 2pm to 10pm.
- Freedom Over Texas at Eleanor Tinsley Park – Ooh and ahh at a dazzling fireworks display and listen to a full lineup of live music as CITGO presents Freedom Over Texas in Eleanor Tinsley Park. Tickets are $8 in advance until Wednesday, July 3, $10 at the gate; children 5 and under are free with paid adult. 4pm to 10pm.
- July 4th Music and Fireworks Spectacular at Karbach Brewing Co – Bust out your red, white and blue for Karbach Brewery’s annual Independence Day celebration, complete with a concert by Cheap Trick, local food trucks, fireworks, and plenty of craft beer. Tickets start at $28. 6pm to 10pm.
- 4th of July Red, Hot, & Blue Festival at Multiple Locations in The Woodlands | FREE – All throughout The Woodlands, various parks will host Fourth of July celebrations with face painting, strolling entertainers, food vendors, live music, inflatables, kids activities, fireworks and more. 6pm to 10pm.
- July 4th Backyard Cookout at B.B. Lemon – Feast on an All-American cookout courtesy of B.B. Lemon, who will serve up burgers, hot dogs, watermelon salad, strawberry shortcake and more this Fourth of July. You’ll also find live music by the Buck Yeager Band, yard games, and food and drink specials. Dinners are $29.76 and reservations are recommended. 6pm to 10:30pm.
- 180th City of Galveston Independence Day Celebration, Parade & Fireworks | FREE – Cheer from the sidewalk as floats, decorated military vehicles, and performers parade down Seawall Boulevard in Galveston Island’s 180th annual Fourth of July celebration. Following the parade, marvel at a 20-minute firework show set over the Gulf of Mexico. 7pm to 9:35pm.
- Independence Day Fireworks Spectacular at CityCentre | FREE – Kick back and enjoy an evening of live music and fireworks to celebrate Independence Day at CityCentre. 7pm to 11pm.
- Bubbles and Fireworks Boat Ride at Allen’s Landing – Steer clear of the crowds and head to Allen’s Landing, where you’ll set out for a unique Fourth of July experience of champagne, light snacks, and views of the illuminated sky. $100. 8pm to 10pm.
- ExxonMobil Summer Symphony Nights: Star Spangled Salute at Miller Outdoor Theater | FREE – Pay tribute to the home of the brave with the annual Star Spangled Banner Salute, a patriotic concert by the Houston Symphony, at Miller Outdoor Theater. Following the show, stick around for a dazzling fireworks display. 8:30pm.
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Friday, July 5, 2019
- FriYAY Rosé Wine Tasting at Brennan’s of Houston – Cheers to summertime while you sip rosé and nosh on light bites at Brennan’s second annual FriYAY Rosé tasting. Tickets are $25 per person, plus tax and gratuity. 4pm to 7pm.
- HBD America(N Idiot): Tribute to Green Day at House of Blues – Jam out to the music of Green Day, Foo Fighters, and Joan Jett & The Blackhearts when a lineup of tribute bands performs at House of Blues’ HBD America (N Idiot) concert. Tickets start at $15, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 7pm.
- Nightbird in Concert at Sugar Land Town Square | FREE – Sit back and enjoy a performance of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks’ greatest hits when the tribute band, Nightbird, takes the stage at Sugar Land Town Square. 7:30pm to 9:30pm.
- Robert Earl Keen and Tyler Childers in Concert at The Grand 1804 Opera House in Galveston – Sing along to country hits like “Feelin’ Good Again,” “The Road Goes on Forever,” “Gringo Honeymoon,” and “Corpus Christi Bay” as Robert Earl Keen joins Tyler Childers for a live show at The Grand in Galveston. Tickets start at $35. 8pm.
- Fly Dance Company: The Gentlemen of Hip Hop at Miller Outdoor Theater | FREE – Watch in awe as the Houston-based dance company, Fly, performs their signature street dance set to classical music, creating what they call “theatrical hip hop” at Miller Outdoor Theater. 8:30pm.
- Ne-Yo in Concert at Arena Theatre – Catch a live show by the Grammy Award-winning R&B artist, Ne-Yo, when he brings his tour to Arena Theatre. Tickets start at $79, but you may find better or cheaper seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 8:30pm.
- ComedySportz presents Improv! The Musical at CSz Arena – The crew at ComedySportz Houston takes the stage, and your input, to create a complete and hilarious musical right before your eyes. $16, but limited discounted $10 tickets are available.
- The Fetish Late Show at Prohibition Theatre – Spend Friday night at the Fetish Late Show, where The Moonlight Dolls will perform an adults-only display of their most risque, daring and sexiest acts at Prohibition Theatre. Tickets are $20, but limited discounted $10 tickets are available for most shows. 11:30pm.
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Things to Do on Saturday, July 6 and Sunday, July 7, 2019.
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