Updated Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at 1:11pm.
Find the perfect things to do in H-Town Memorial Day Weekend with our Houston Memorial Day Weekend Guide for Thursday, May 27 through Memorial Day, Monday, May 31, 2021.
This weekend, commemorate Memorial Day with a weekend filled with food, drinks, and flag observance events; celebrate all things Wild West during two days of boot-stompin’ fun in Pearland; gear up for Pride at one of many fun-filled soirées happening around town; laugh yourself silly at the grand re-opening of a beloved comedy club in EaDo; and much more.
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Things to Do All Memorial Day Weekend
- Enjoy Responsibly & Drink Wiser This Memorial Day | Daily – Make safety your number one priority as you honor and celebrate the sacrifices of our brave servicemen and women this Memorial Day, when Budweiser and Silver Eagle Distributors Houston encourage you to Enjoy Responsibly and Drink Wiser. Whether you designate a driver, use a ride-share service or take public transportation, driving under the influence is 100% preventable.
- Sugar Land Skeeters vs. Albuquerque Isotopes at Constellation Field | Thursday to Sunday – Take yourself out to the ballgame and cheer on the Sugar Land Skeeters when they hit the field to face the Isotopes during some Triple A action. $8 to $60, but you may find better, cheaper or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. Times vary.
- Comedian Arnez J at Houston Improv | Thursday to Sunday – Fall out of your chair laughing when host of BET’s longest running comedy series, Arnez J, stops through the Houston Improv for six socially-distanced stand-up performances. $90 to $270. Showtimes vary.
- The Ensemble Theatre presents Pretty Fire | Thursday to Sunday | Virtual – Based on playwright Charlayne Woodard’s life, this comedy explores family dynamics and the enduring power of faith across three generations of Black women, from Albany, New York to small-town Georgia. $25. Accessible anytime during the available streaming window.
- Dwight Yoakam at Arena Theatre | Thursday & Friday – The legendary country singer-songwriter returns to touring, delivering two nights of fan-favorite hits and country ballads at the historic Arena Theatre near Sharpstown. $75 to over $255, but you may find better, cheaper, or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 9pm both nights.
- A Coupla Chicks Sitting Around Talking at Theatre Southwest | Friday & Saturday – Witness the funnier-than-heck, in-person stage production of A Coupla Chicks Sitting Around Talking, about a strait-laced and uptight Westchester housewife whose next-door neighbor turns her day into comical chaos. $20; $18 for students with valid ID and ages 65+, but limited discounted tickets start at $10. 8pm both evenings.
- Final Weekend to Order “The Dr. Hotez One World” Banh Mi Sandwich at Antone’s Famous Po’ Boys | Friday to Sunday – Take advantage of your last chance to order the “The Dr. Hotez One World” Banh Mi at Antone’s Famous Po’ Boys, named for a leading voice in vaccine development and local hero. The tasty sandwich boasts thinly sliced beef on house-baked French bread, with pickled carrots, cucumber, daikon radish, and papaya with a roasted garlic-sambal aioli and fresh jalapeño. Half of the proceeds will benefit Texas Children’s Hospital. $8.95. Hours vary by location.
- Memorial Weekend at Lone Star Flight Museum | Friday to Sunday – Spend Memorial Day weekend saluting the brave and getting up-close looks at planes large and small. Plus, try your hand at making take-home uniforms, an egg-stronaut drop, an air signaling lesson, free tours, and more. $14.95 for ages 18 and up; $12.95 for ages 12 to 17 and 65+; $9.95 for ages 4 to 11. Times vary.
- Spring Fest Weekend at Dewberry Farm | Friday to Sunday – Head to Northwest Houston for a day or weekend of beautiful blooms, outdoor excitement, rides, farm activities, slides, and more. Flowers are sold separately. $14.95 per person for ages 3 and up. Times vary.
- Houston Astros vs. San Diego Padres at Minute Maid Park | Friday to Sunday – Snag a seat and arrive early all weekend long to score limited bobbleheads as one of the first 10,000 through the gates, featuring Carlos Correa, Alex Bregman, and Yordan Alvarez. $15, but you may find better or cheaper seats on the TicketNetwork marketplace. Times vary.
- Houston Symphony presents Find Your Dream: The Songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein at Jones Hall | Friday to Sunday | Virtual Option – Close out the incredible POPS Season with beloved songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein when charismatic Broadway duo Santino and Jessica Fontana perform songs from The Sound of Music, Carousel, Oklahoma!, South Pacific, The King and I, and more, with full-orchestra accompaniment by the Houston Symphony. The Saturday performance will also be livestreamed. $20.25 to $75. Showtimes vary.
- Old West Fest at Independence Park | Saturday & Sunday – Spend your weekend enjoying stand-out performances by the Rustlers of Red Rock, food trucks, kids activities, an Old West Gallery showcasing local western artists and artisan vendors, and more when the Pearl Theater presents Old West Fest in Independence Park in Pearland. Tickets are $5, but limited comped tickets (you only pay the ticketing fee) are available.Saturday noon to 8pm; Sunday noon to 6pm.
- 5 Must Do Things in the Heights | Daily – Check out the the bright and vibrant neighborhood of the Heights while experiencing historic architecture, thrifts, mom ‘n’ pop shops, and hip new bars while visiting our five Heights must-dos. Times, prices, and locations vary.
- Mildred’s Umbrella presents Everybody’s Dead | Daily | FREE | Virtual – Part of the company’s Femfest Houston: Virus Edition, this is the story of Annika, holed up inside her doomsday bunker. The multi-millionaire made her fortune as the CEO of a company selling doomsday prepper subscription boxes. But now, she’s got cabin fever—and a sex robot—and she’s having second thoughts about everyone she left behind. Free with registration or pay-what-you-can. Stream anytime through Thursday, June 3, 2021.
- The Dr. Seuss Experience at George R. Brown Convention Center | Daily – Meet your favorite characters and tour through settings from nine of Dr. Seuss’ beloved, imaginative books come to life in a sensory spectacle at George R. Brown Convention Center in Downtown. $23; VIP tickets are $50 and allow entry at any time of the selected date purchased. Ages under 12 months are free. Times vary.
- Boxed Combo Meals from Antone’s Famous Po’ Boys Catering | Daily – Take your pick of 12 different delicious sandwich choices from three area locations when Antone’s catering offers up affordable boxed combos featuring beloved sandwich flavors including The Piggy and Super Original, cookies, and chips, perfect for a post-game meal, office luncheon, birthday parties, graduations and more. Boxed combos start at $9.95. 10am to 5pm daily.
- Current Temporary Museum Exhibits & Art Installations on View Around Greater Houston | Daily | Many FREE – Explore the many striking, stunning, and diverse exhibits exploring history, science, art, culture, and creativity around the Greater Houston metro area.
- More Outdoor Markets & Pop-Up Shopping Events Around Houston | Daily | Many FREE – Browse, explore, and shop at one or all of Houston’s outdoor markets, many with live entertainment, food trucks, and other distractions.
- Houston Astros Tickets at Minute Maid Park | Sponsored – Swing for the fences this baseball season. Search for cheaper, better or hard-to-find seats so you can see the Houston Astros at home with the TicketNetwork online marketplace.
- Houston Dynamo FC Tickets at BBVA Stadium | Sponsored – Take to the pitch for a new year of soccer. Search for cheaper, better or hard-to-find seats so you can see Houston Dynamo FC at home, with the TicketNetwork online marketplace.
Thursday, May 27, 2021
- Children’s Bingo at Levy Park | FREE – Start your weekend early with a 30-minute, socially distanced game of bingo for ages 4 to 12, with cards, markers, and prizes provided by Levy Park. 4:30pm.
- CRÚ’s Champagne Party: Moët & Chandon at CRÚ Food & Wine Bar – Put your pinky out while enjoying three perfectly chilled glasses of Champagne paired with Chef’s Small Plates on the patio at CRÚ Food & Wine Bar in the Woodlands. $35 per person. 5:30pm.
- Blanket Bingo at Market Square Park – Shout “bingo!” while lounging out on lawn chairs or blankets and enjoying a night out filled with music, fun, and prizes. $10, includes a packet of bingo cards, which are good for about nine games. 6pm.
- Millennials After Dark Professional Networking at Hilton Houston Medical Center’s Bar 9 Rooftop – Network among fellow millennials when Hilton Houston Medical Center’s Bar 9 Rooftop welcomes this professional networking event in the Texas Medical Center. $20 in advance; $50 VIP. 6pm to 9pm.
- Davidoff Gastronomy Series: An Evening in Mexico at Davidoff of Geneva | Virtual Option – Delight in an evening filled with one-of-a-kind tequila featuring master distiller Germán Gonzalez, cigars, and the future of Mexican cuisine at Davidoff of Geneva in Uptown. Guests can also participate virtually. $325 per person. 6:30pm.
- Make & Take: Tamales at Central Market Cooking School – Learn all about the art of tamale making while creating light and fluffy masa at Central Market. Guests will make 12 tamales and take them home at the end of class. $60 per person. 6:30pm.
- Paint the Town Red: Pre-Pride Painting Party at East End Backyard – Gear up for Pride Month while completing two take-home acrylic paintings and enjoying live entertainment provided by Lady Shamu, food and drinks, and more. $30 per person in advance; $35 at the door. 6:30pm.
- Showgirl Bingo at Warehouse Live | FREE – Shout “Bingo!” during a burlesque-themed game night, with hosts Kitty Corvair, Dahlia Derringer, and Bambi La Bamba. Free with RSVP. 7pm.
- Beetle in the Backyard at The Continental Club – Hear all-time ’60s faves from the Beatles when the Continental Club hosts the popular local tribute group, Beetle, for a weekly live show in the Club’s backyard patio in Midtown. 7pm to 10pm.
- Cari Hutson in Concert at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck – Welcome to the stage Austin-based singer-songwriter Cari Hutson, when she performs two socially distanced shows at the Mucky Duck in Upper Kirby. $60 to $240. 7:30pm and 9:30pm.
- Laughs & Liquor: Brass Tap After Dark Comedy Show | No Cover – Check out some of Houston’s brightest and funniest up-and-coming comics when the Brass Tap in Midtown hosts a weekly Thursday comedy night featuring drink specials, $1 wings and more. 8pm to 11pm.
- Turtle Racing: Season 13 at Little Woodrow’s Midtown | No Cover – Watch as slow and steady wins the race during an evening of light-hearted turtle races, DJ tunes, and great drinks when Little Woodrow’s in Midtown hosts their weekly turtle races, now in its 13th year. 8pm to 1am.
- More Great Things to Do All Memorial Day Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do Memorial Day Weekend are happening all weekend long. Click here to scroll up and see our list, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum passes, tours, and more.
Friday, May 28, 2021
- Sunrise Yoga at The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park – Bring your mat and stretch your way into the weekend during a 45-minute early morning yoga session with the Breathing Room on the lawn at The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park. $10. 6:30am.
- Classical Theatre Company presents The Well of the Saints: A Three-Part Radio Play on YouTube | FREE | Virtual – Follow the story of Martin and Mary Doul, an old, blind couple in Rural Ireland at the turn of the century, who are visited by a holy journeyman that has come to give them back their sight. This is the last episode of three, all of which can be viewed on YouTube.
- National Burger Day at B.B. Lemon – Celebrate National Burger Day when B.B. Lemon offers an 8oz TX Wagyu beef patty on homemade waffle buns with lettuce, tomato, potato hash, sharp white cheddar, caramelized onions, hot truffle sauce, and a fried egg. $16. 11am to 9pm.
- Gabriel Gonzalez in Concert at No Label Brewing Co. | No Cover – Get your singer-songwriter fix when guitarist and performer Gabriel Gonzalez performs a live solo acoustic set at No Label Brewing in the heart of Katy. 6pm to 9pm.
- Memorial Day Tribute featuring Monarch Chamber Players in Concert at Sugar Land Town Square | FREE – Salute those who served this Memorial Day Weekend with a special presentation of patriotic music performed by the Monarch Chamber Players at Sugar Land Town Square. 7:30pm to 9pm.
- Memorial Day Zydeco Bash at Galveston Convention Center – The first annual Memorial Day Weekend Zydeco Bash features Jeremy Fruge & The Zydeco Hotboyz performing alongside a DJ performance from 97.9’s DJ GT Mayne. $35. 8pm.
- Dora and the Lost City of Gold Movie Screening at Levy Park | FREE – Bring the kiddos for an outdoor screening of the family-friendly 2019 live-action movie, Dora and the Lost City of Gold, based on the beloved children’s cartoon at Levy Park in Upper Kirby. 8pm.
- Blond-ish: A Tribute to Blondie at House of Blues Restaurant & Bar | No Cover – Sing along if you know the words to new wave faves like “Heart of Glass” and “Call Me” when Blond-ish pays tribute to Blondie at House of Blues Restaurant & Bar in Downtown. 8pm.
- The Secret Group Grand Re-Opening Party – Enjoy an evening of comedy and dancing when the EaDo comedy club and bar, the Secret Group, returns to their prepandemic ways with a standup set from comedian Sean Patton, followed by a local showcase of comics, and an all-night dance party highlighting jams from the worlds of emo, indie, and punk. Advance tickets for Sean Patton are $15, $20 at the door; local comic showcase is $5; Emo Dance Party is free before midnight, $5 after, and $10 all night for ages 18 to 21. 8pm to 2am.
- Temple Underground featuring Brannen Temple in Concert at Rockefeller’s – Rock out while enjoying an energetic set from punk soul band Temple Underground when they perform live with multi-Grammy award-winning musician Brannen Temple and more special guests at Rockefeller’s on Washington Ave. $18 to $20. 8pm.
- Finding Nemo Movie Screening at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – Watch the wild undersea journey of Nemo when you bring the kiddos out to watch a screening of Pixar’s 2003 animated classic, Finding Nemo, at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in the Woodlands. $20, sold in family 4-packs. 8pm.
- Giovannie & the Hired Guns in Concert at Dosey Doe: The Big Barn – Two-step the night away to Texas rock ‘n’ roll band Giovannie & the Hired Guns when the Dosey Doe: The Big Barn welcomes the energetic band for a live performance in the Woodlands. $12 to $18. 8:30pm.
- Friday Exchange at Henke & Pillot | No Cover – Spend your evening dancing the night away to some of the biggest hits of the ’90s and early 2000s at the Friday Exchange night at Henke & Pillot in Downtown. Free with RSVP until 11pm; $50 for a section reservation. 9pm.
- Two Tons of Steel in Concert at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck – Throw back a cold one and listen to the twangy tunes of San Antonio rockabilly country band, Two Tons of Steel, when they strop through McGonigel’s Mucky Duck for a live set in Upper Kirby. $120 to $180. 9:30pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Memorial Day Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston Memorial Day Weekend are happening all weekend long. Click here to scroll up and see our list, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum passes, tours, and more.
Things to Do on Saturday, May 29 to Memorial Day, Monday, May 31, 2021.
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