Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, January 30 to Sunday, February 2, 2020.
Weekend Shortcuts
Nosh on vegan eats at a plant-based, culinary competition; belt out the lyrics to your favorite ballads by Celine Dion; head to the Theater District for a Broadway production; celebrate the Year of the Rat and more.
Check below to find great things happening around Houston this weekend, from Thursday, January 30 to Sunday, February 2, 2020.
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Things to Do All Weekend
- Broadway Across America presents The Band’s Visit at the Hobby Center | Daily – Take a seat for the 10-time Tony Award-winning musical, The Band’s Visit, when Broadway Across America heads to the Hobby Center. Tickets start at $35, but you may find cheaper, better, or hard-to-get seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market. Showtimes vary.
- 9th Annual Galveston Restaurant Week | Daily – Dine out for a cause at more than thirty of Galveston’s hottest eateries throughout Galveston Restaurant Week, a sixteen-day affair that benefits Access Care of Coastal Texas. Restaurants will feature two- and/or three-course meals at special price points. Reservations recommended for some restaurants. Times, prices, and locations vary.
- Current Temporary and Traveling Exhibitions on Display at Houston Museums | Daily | Some FREE – Discover art, history, science, and fun for kids at Houston’s most popular museums and exhibition venues, including The Museum of Fine Arts Houston (MFAH), Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS), The Menil Collection, The Health Museum, Holocaust Museum Houston, Lone Star Flight Museum, National Museum of Funeral History, and more.
- Christina P at Houston Improv | Thursday to Saturday – Crack up at a live set by comedian, writer, TV personality, and podcast host Christina P when she brings her hilarious act to the Improv for three nights. Tickets range from $25 to $50, but you may find better or cheaper seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. Showtimes vary.
- 2019 Year in Review at Music Box Theater | Friday and Saturday – Laugh and reminisce as the cast of Music Box Theater highlights the most memorable moments of 2019 at their theater in Upper Kirby. Tickets are $31 for general admission; $41 for reserved seating, but limited discounted $16.50 tickets are available for select shows. 7:30pm both nights.
- Lunar New Year Houston 2020 at Viet Hoa Center | Saturday and Sunday | FREE – This two-day outdoor festival and market will feature lion and dragon dances, along with live music, food, and local vendors to ring in the Year of the Rat. All are invited to this celebration of Asian cultures represented in Houston, including Vietnamese, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Cambodian, Filipino and more. 10am to 6pm both days.
- Houston Rockets Tickets on Sale | Sponsored − Save on 2020 Rockets games with cheaper, better or hard-to-find seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
Thursday, January 30, 2020
- ROCO Connections: Age of Aquarius at Rienzi in River Oaks – Check out ROCO’s reimagining of The Age of Aquarius with music from the 1770s, 1870s, and 1970s at MFAH’s Rienzi in River Oaks. Featured musicians include violinist Min-Jeong Koh, cellist Shino Hayashi, and pianist Mei Rui. Tickets are $45. 6pm.
- Bollywood & Bhangra Dancing Class at Levy Park | FREE – Work your entire body while dancing to the powerful beats of Bollywood music at this free Bhangra dance class in Levy Park. 7pm to 8pm.
- Footloose Movie Screening at Discovery Green | FREE – Enjoy an outdoor screening of Footloose at Discovery Green’s free, weekly event on the lawn. 7pm to 10pm.
- ReelAbilities Film Festival: Preview with Marlee Matlin at Congregation Emanu El – Scope out a preview of the ReelAbilities Film Festival as they partner with Congregation Emanu El to present the author, Academy Award-winning actress, and activist, Marlee Matlin. Tickets start at $10. 7:30pm to 9pm.
- Armin Van Buuren in Concert at Revention Music Center – Get ready to dance at a live show by Dutch DJ Armin Van Buuren at Revention Music Center. Expect to hear some of his top hits, like “Blah Blah Blah,” “Hoe Het Danst,” and “This Is What It Feels Like.” Tickets start at $40, but you may find better or cheaper seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 8pm.
- And That’s Why We Drink: Here for the Boos Tour at House of Blues – Burst out laughing when the Webby award-winning, comedic true crime podcast, And That’s Why We Drink, brings its “Here for the Boos! Tour” to Houston’s House of Blues. Tickets start at $35, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 8pm.
- The EaDo Comedy Show at CSz Arena – For this improv show, ComedySportz Houston will draw from the vibe of the East Downtown neighborhood and call on audience members to participate. Full price tickets are $10, but limited, discounted $7 tickets are 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, January 31, 2020
- Women’s Olympic Qualifier: USWNT vs. Panama at BBVA Stadium – Cheer on the two-time defending World Cup Champion US women’s soccer team as they compete against Panama in an Olympic qualifying tournament at BBVA Stadium. Tickets start at $22, but you may find better or cheaper seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 4:45pm.
- Funfetti Friday at The Ice at Discovery Green – Skate around The Ice at Discovery Green while jamming out to a colorful light show with beats from DJ Mohawk Steve during Funfetti Fridays. General admission is $11 per person; $4 for skate rental. 7pm to 9pm.
- A Barrel Aged Evening at Saint Arnold Brewing Company – Sip barrel-aged beers pulled straight from the source during this special event at Saint Arnold Brewery. They’ll open up their Beer Hall and Investors Pub for the evening, which will also include barrel-aged coffee from Java Pura Coffee Roasters, on-site woodworkers, and a heavy appetizer buffet. Tickets are $65. 7pm to 10pm.
- Eric Johnson in Concert at House of Blues – Jam out at prolific guitarist and Grammy-winning musician, Eric Johnson, who brings his tour to House of Blues. Tickets range from $25 to $59.50, but you may find better or cheaper tickets using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 7pm.
- Houston Rockets vs. Dallas Mavericks at Toyota Center – Cheer loud for the Rockets when they hit the court to play the Mavs at Toyota Center. Tickets start at $32, but you may find bettr, cheaper, or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 6:30pm.
- Houston Grand Opera presents Aida at Wortham Theater Center – Take a seat for Houston Grand Opera’s new production of Verdi’s timeless Aida at Wortham Theater Center. Tickets start at $25. 7:30pm.
- Sullivan King, with Eliminate, Grabbitz at Stereo Live – Experience a fresh take on EDM with a bold performance from Sullivan King at Stereo Live. Tickets are $15, but you may find better or cheaper tickets using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 10pm.
- 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, February 1 and Sunday, February 2, 2020.
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