Updated Monday, August 30, 2021 at 11:11pm.
Find the perfect things to do in H-Town Labor Day Weekend with our Houston Labor Day Weekend Guide for Thursday, September 2 through Labor Day, Monday, September 6, 2021.
This Labor Day Weekend, commemorate the holiday by catching a colorful fireworks show at one of the many celebrations taking place, enjoy delicious deals on unforgettable meals during the final weekend of Houston Restaurants Weeks, learn to cook a steak like a professional chef during a cooking class workshop near Highland Village, see the ‘Stros take on Seattle on Labor Day, and much more.
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Things to Do All Labor Day Weekend
- Labor Day Weekend 2021 Festivities & Events | Daily – Fill your Labor Day Weekend with concerts, sports, happy hours, specials, fireworks and more, with our guide to Labor Day Weekend festivities and events taking place all weekend long. Times, prices and locations vary.
- Sugar Land Skeeters vs. the Las Vegas Aviators at Constellation Field | Daily – Catch one of the final home series of the Minor League season when the Skeeters host the Aviators. $8 to $60, but you may find better, cheaper or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. Times vary.
- Houston Restaurant Weeks | Daily – Catch the last week of the annual summer charitable event that raises funds for Houston Food Bank, when you dine out on multi-course, prix fixe breakfasts, brunches, lunches, and dinners from a stellar roster of the city’s beloved restaurants. Locations, prices, and times vary.
- Downtown E-scooter Rentals from MUV Rental in EaDo | Daily – Grab your crew and zip around bustling EaDo, Downtown, Midtown, East End, and beyond. You’ll find highly Instagrammable spots, tasty food, and other distractions. Starts at $25 per hour.
- Third Ward Special at Community Artists’ Collective | Thursday to Saturday | FREE – Take a tour of Houston’s iconic Third Ward neighborhood through the lens of 6 local artists and photographers with deep roots in the area including Marc Furi, Flash Gordon Parks, Rabéa Ballin, Risky Cereal, Brian Ellison, and Derrell Boson. This exhibit will be on display through Saturday, September 25, 2021. Noon to 5pm daily.
- Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical at MATCH | Thursday to Saturday – Catch the final week of an intimate musical that pays tribute to the talent and personality of Rosemary Clooney as she rose to Hollywood stardom in the 1950s. Many of her songs are included throughout, such as “Hey There (You with the Stars in your Eyes),” “Tenderly,” and “Come On-A My House.” $30. Times vary.
- TEATRX presents Sonia Flew at MATCH | Friday to Sunday – Honoring the 20th anniversary of 9/11, this family drama explores themes of patriotism and love through the eyes of Sonia, a Cuban immigrant living in Minneapolis with her Jewish husband and two children. When her son wants to enlist in the military after the 9/11 attacks, Sonia’s memories of fleeing war-torn Cuba are triggered and the family must come to grips with war and politics. Tickets are pay-what-you-will, and begin at $10. Times vary.
- Brent Morin at Houston Improv | Friday to Sunday – Previously seen on NBC’s Undateable, Merry Happy Whatever opposite Dennis Quaid, and in his Netflix comedy special, I’m Brent Morin, the LA-based comedian stops by the Improv for three nights of hilarious stand-up. $40 for two to $180 for six. Times vary.
- Labor Day Tours at Battleship Texas | Saturday & Sunday – Located near the San Jacinto Monument, the Battleship Texas reopens to the public for two brief windows on Labor Day Weekend, before continuing major repairs. $10; $5 for ages 4 to 11, active military, and 65+; free for ages 3 and under. 8am to 5:30pm.
- Labor Day Weekend at Lone Star Flight Museum | Saturday to Monday – Commemorate Labor Day with 3 days of special high-flying fun, when Lone Star Flight Museum opens their doors for an extended weekend of free flight simulators, flight history talks for adults, and more options for all ages. $15; $13 for ages 12 to 17 and 65 and up; $10 for ages 4 to 11; free for museum members and for ages 3 and under. Times vary.
- Labor Day Weekend at the Rustic | Sunday & Monday | No Cover – The country music bar and kitchen invites guests to enjoy the long weekend with free live music Sunday evening, and then more tunes and a family-style Labor Day Jam & Toast on Monday along with an afternoon happy hour until 6pm. Available at both locations. Sunday 8:30pm to 10pm; Monday 11am to 3pm.
- Catastrophic Theatre presents Tamarie Cooper’s Golden Jubilee | Thursday to Sunday | Virtual – In its final weekend, the incomparable Tamarie Cooper is 50 and that calls for a celebration in a way that only she can deliver. Riffing on all things 50, from 50 bad dates to that 50 pounds that won’t leave, this wild summer extravaganza features original songs, dances, and adorable pet appearances. Tickets are pay what you can.
- 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.
- 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 season 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.
- Houston Texans Tickets at NRG Stadium | Sponsored – Hit the gridiron with seats for a new NFL season. Search for cheaper, better, or hard-to-find seats so you can see Houston Texans at home, with the TicketNetowork online marketplace.
Thursday, September 2, 2021
- Opening Reception & Exhibition Tour: In Place of an Index at FotoFest | FREE – Witness works from 12 artists native to or currently working in Texas when FotoFest hosts the opening reception of In Place of an Index, produced and presented in conjunction with the 2021 Texas Biennial exhibition, A New Landscape, A Possible Horizon. 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
- ’90s Trivia at B-52 Brewing | No Cover – Test your knowledge of ’90s-themed trivia while sipping on a delicious local beer when B-52 Brewing in Conroe hosts a trivia night. 6:30pm to 9pm.
- Opening Reception: Homebound and My Spirit Unfolds at Glade Gallery | FREE – Check out a collection of paintings from 2 artist exhibitions, Olga Porter’s Homebound and Jeanne Jones’ My Spirit Unfolds, when Glade Gallery in the Woodlands hosts an opening reception for both aritsts. 6:30pm.
- Bike Night at Raven Tower | No Cover – Try your hand at raffle and door prizes, enjoy delicious food truck eats and more, when Mancuso Harley-Davidson Central hosts the monthly Bike Night at Raven Tower in the Heights. 7pm to 9pm.
- Hamilton Loomis in Concert at Heritage Park | FREE – Bring your blankets and a few friends to catch a live outdoor set from guitarist and singer-songwriter Hamilton Loomis at Heritage Park in Conroe. 7pm.
- Rage Yoga at Buffalo Bayou Brewing Company – Sip on brew while expressing yourself through screaming and cursing at Rage Yoga at Buffalo Bayou Brewing Company in Sawyer Yards. This class is ages 21 and up. $20. 7pm.
- Karaoke Paint Night at Primary Paint Party – Warm up your vocals for a paint and sip party featuring singalong fun at Primary Paint Party in West Houston. Each ticket includes complimentary sangria and painting materials. $35 per person. 7pm to 11pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Labor Day Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do Labor 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, September 3, 2021
- BLCK Market at Buffalo Soldiers National Museum – Shop from local artisans selling a bevy of goods at this market showcasing Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs at the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum in Museum District. $5, with limited free tickets available. 1pm to 5pm.
- Opening Lunch Service at Le Jardinier – Beginning Friday, September 3, MFAH’s refined dining concept will launch its new lunch service, opening at 11am to welcome guests to the bar and followed up with lunch service until 2pm. Curated by Michelin Star Chef Alain Verzeroli alongside Chef de Cuisine Andrew Ayala, the lunch menu features dishes from Carolina Gold Rice Risotto and Avocado Tartine to Texas Gulf Shrimp & Grits. Reservations are available on Resy now. 5pm to 10pm.
- Puddle of Mudd in Concert at the Wildcatter Saloon – Listen as your alt-rock dreams comes true while watching Puddle of Mudd perform live at the Wildcatter Saloon in Katy. $20 to $75. 6pm to 11pm.
- A Cowboy Steak Dinner at Central Market Cooking School – Pick up tips from experts as you learn how to cook a USDA Prime Texas steak to perfection, create a salad and a side dish, bake a dessert in a cast iron and more, at Central Market. $75 per person. 6:30pm.
- Stephen Pearcy in Concert at Warehouse Live – Rock out to the heavy metal tunes of vocalist and sole remaining original member of the metal band Ratt, Stephen Pearcy, when he performs live at Warehouse Live in EaDo. Aramite opens the show. $10 to $250. 7pm.
- Labor Day Kick-Off Party at Little Woodrow’s Tomball – Kick off your Labor Day Weekend with an energetic live performance from the country music singer-songwriter, Cody Wayne, when he takes to the stage at Little Woodrow’s in Tomball. 7pm.
- American Graffiti Movie Screening at the Jefferson Theatre – Watch a screening of the 1973 classic George Lucas film, American Graffiti, at the Jefferson Theatre at Beaumont. $6 for adults; $3 for children. 7pm.
- Dustin Nickerson & Zoltan Kaszas at Rudyard’s British Pub – The Montrose mainstay for side-splitting comedy hosts back-to-back sets from Dustin Nickerson and Zoltan Kaszas for an early and late show appearance. $17, with VIP and reserved table options available. 7:30pm and 10pm.
- Houston Dynamo FC vs Portland Timbers at BBVA Stadium – See the Dynamo take on a Western Conference foe in a summer evening match at BBVA Stadium in EaDo. $20 to over $100, but you may find better or cheaper seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 7:30pm.
- Del Castillo in Concert at Rockefeller’s – Witness amazing Latin tunes live in concert when Austin-based Latin blues-rock band, Del Castillo stops through Rockefeller’s on Washington Ave for a live performance. $22.50 to $35. 8pm.
- Asia Society Texas Center presents Electrifying India – A Night with Karmagraphy at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE | Virtual Option – Spend an evening under the stars enjoying a spirited Bollywood dance featuring exciting and joyous works that celebrate India, when the LA-based Karmagraphy stop through the Museum District to present Electrifying India at Miller Outdoor Theatre in Hermann Park. The live performance can also be watched for free on livestream on Miller’s website, YouTube Channel, and Facebook page. 8pm.
- Electric Feels: Indie Rock + Indie Dance Party at White Oak Music Hall – Dance the night away in the Heights to indie rock and pop hits at White Oak Music Hall when they host their Electric Feels dance party. $12 to $15. 9pm.
- Graham Wilkinson in Concert at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck – Catch a live performance from the roots rock singer-songwriter, Graham Wilkinson, when he stops through Upper Kirby for a live performance at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck. $30 to $240. 9:30pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Labor Day Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston Labor 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.
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