Get a Nightlife: October 4 to 10, 2021

Find the can’t-miss events in Houston with our Day + Nightlife Guide for Monday, October 4 to Sunday, October 10, 2021.

Your favorite nightlife guide is back to cure your weekly FOMO. We’ve got you covered with our in-the-know list of art, music, and nightlife events happening all week long around Houston, from Monday through Sunday.

Here are our picks for Day & Nightlife in Houston from Monday, October 4 to Sunday, October 10, 2021:

Day + Nightlife Guide in Houston: October 4 to October 10, 2021

Ongoing

• 42nd Annual Festival Chicano at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE | Thursday, October 7 to Saturday, October 9 – Join Miller Outdoor Theatre for three nights of authentic Chicano music. The festival aims to reflect the artistic creativity that has developed in the Chicano cultural experience. Concerts through the three-day event include Little Joe y La Familia alongside Los Texmaniacs on Thursday; Ram Herrera with Grupo Aviso, plus Adalberto, J.R. Gomez and Demmi Garcia on Friday; David Lee Garza y Los Musicales performs with Shelly Lares on Saturday, which will also be livestreamed. 7pm.
• Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival in Downtown Conroe | Friday, October 8 to Sunday, October 10 – Conroe’s annual festival celebrating all things Cajun is back for its 32nd year. Be sure not to miss the live performances across three stages, a carnival, the annual Catfish pageant, and food vendors offering festival and Cajun favorites. Single day admission is $15; weekend tickets are $30. Times vary.
• Diva Royale: Drag Queen Show at Buddy’s | Friday, October 8 to Sunday, October 10 – Enjoy an overload of glitz and glam in Montrose with some of the finest female impersonators in the business. General admission tickets start at $30; VIP tickets begin at $55. Friday and Saturday 7pm; Sunday 1:30pm.
• 37th Annual Galveston Greek Festival at the Assumption of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church | Saturday, October 9 & Sunday, October 10 | No Cover – Head to Galveston for two full days of Greek culture celebration with authentic Greek food, Greek wines and beer, dance performances, a vendor market and tours of the Church. Saturday 11am to 7pm; Sunday noon to 5pm.

Monday, October 4, 2021 

• University Chorus & Friends at Moores Opera House | FREE | Virtual Option – Join University of Houston’s University Chorus for a choral concert celebrating new singers and composers. This event will also be livestreamed. 6pm.
• H-Town Showdown Dance Competition at Lincoln Bar | No Cover – Come see some of Houston’s best dancers compete in an intense dance competition on Washington Ave. Take advantage of the bar’s bottle service, hookah, tacos and drink specials while you enjoy the show. 6pm. 
• Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind Movie Screening at Rooftop Cinema Club – View the classic 2004 film featuring Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet while also enjoying scenic views of Uptown Houston. Dress in your favorite movie-inspired costume for some sweet treats from the venue. Tickets range from $17.50 to $24.25. 10:15pm.

Tuesday, October 5, 2021 

• Party in Pink at River Oaks District – To kick off the 2021 Houston Race for the Cure campaign, the River Oaks District is painting the town pink. Expect an evening of satellite events, refreshments from Ouzo Bay, live entertainment, raffles and plenty of pink. General admission tickets are $100; VIP tickets are $250. 6pm to 8pm. 
• Gracie Abrams in Concert at House of Blues – The “Unlearn” pop sensation, Gracie Abrams, performs a set in Downtown Houston. San Francisco–based newcomer Forrest Nolan will open the show. Tickets are $19.50. 7pm.
• Big Freedia in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – New Orleans bounce music icon Big Freedia makes a stop in Houston for the Big Diva Energy tour to support her latest EP by the same name. Tickets are $23, but you may find better, cheaper, or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 7pm.

Wednesday, October 6, 2021 

• Houston Karaoke Live at Grooves of Houston | No Cover – Step into the spotlight and sing your heart out at Grooves of Houston. Come early to enjoy the happy hour and drink specials before the show. Happy hour runs from 5pm to 8pm; karaoke runs from 8pm to midnight.
• Flogging Molly & Violent Femmes in Concert at Bayou Music Center – For a night of guitar riffs and intense drum beats, catch a set from Flogging Molly and Violet Femmes in the Theater District. The bands will perform songs from their decades-long catalogs and electrify the crowd. Tickets range from $45 to $99.50, but you may find better or cheaper tickets using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 7pm.
• Thomas Csorba and Ancient Cat Society at the Heights Theater – Houston-based Americana artists Thomas Csorba and Ancient Cat Society join forces for a show in the Heights. Tickets are $18. 7pm.
• $2 Comedy Show at the Secret Group – Grab eight quarters from your piggy bank and head to the Secret Group for their weekly two dollar comedy show. Beer and tequila specials will run during the show. Cover charge is $2. 8pm.

Thursday, October 7, 2021 

• Ladies Night at Pour Behavior | No Cover – Grab your girlfriends and your dancing shoes for Ladies Night at this Midtown entertainment venue. DJ Icon will spin Top 40 and tech house hits while patrons enjoy an all-day happy hour. 4pm to midnight.
• Lyons Ave. Night Market at Saint Arnold Brewing Company | No Cover – Shop with local farmers, gardeners, and entrepreneurs at Saint Arnold’s beer garden in Fifth Ward. Grab a cold beer from the bar while you peruse through the vendor market. 5pm to 9pm.
• Bama Breeze in Concert at Market Street | FREE – Escape to the islands with a mix of tropical sounds from Bama Breeze at Market Street’s Fall Concert Series in the Woodlands. 6pm to 8pm.
• Paint & Pour: Beyoncé Edition at Axelrad – Pay homage to the H-Town legend, Beyoncé, with a paint-by-numbers session in Midtown. Guests can also take part in music trivia, and enjoy great drinks and delicious food trucks. All proceeds benefit Homes For Our Troops. Tickets are $36 and include the paint-by-number kit and one drink from the bar. 7pm to 9pm.
• Wavves in Concert at Satellite Bar – Catch a set from rock band Wavves at the outdoor music venue in the East End. The San Diego group’s fall tour supports their latest album, Hideaway, which dropped in July 2021. Tickets are $22. 8pm.
• Erykah Badu in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – Known as a pioneer in the neo-soul movement, Erykah Badu makes her Smart Financial Centre debut. The “Window Seat” and “On & On” singer will perform her award-winning songs dating back to her debut in 1994. Tickets range from $44.50 to $134.50, but you may find better or cheaper seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 8pm.
• Mike and the Moonpies at Dosey Doe: the Big Barn – Mike and the Moonpies travel to the Woodlands for a live show. Originally starting out as a cover band in Austin, the group began releasing original music back in 2010 with their album, The Real Country. Tickets range from $18 to $24. 8:30pm.

Friday, October 8, 2021 

• Paint & Sip at the Jewelry Instructor’s Bead Bar – If you’re feeling artsy, hop over to Spring Street Studios to sip wine and learn a texture and abstract painting technique with Roxy Wuz Here Art. Tickets are $45. Noon to 7pm.
• Mom’s Night Out at Lovebug’s Playground – Lovebug’s in Northside teams up with Enso Mama for a happy hour designed for local moms to meet and build community while also keeping the kiddos entertained. Kids can enjoy indoor playtime while moms enjoy charcuterie and your choice of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages. Tickets are $20. 4pm to 6pm.
• Modest Mouse with Future Island in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – Indie rock band Modest Mouse stops by Houston with Future Islands for a show. The band will perform songs from their latest album, The Golden Casket, along with fan-favorites from previous projects. Tickets are $45, but you may find better, cheaper, or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 6pm.
• Brewery Bingo at 4J Brewing Company | No Cover – The Spring Branch brewery is bringing back their classic bingo sessions. Each bingo card is $5 and winners will receive cash and beer prizes. Cash only. 7pm to 9pm.
• Surfaces in Concert at Bayou Music Center – Musical duo Surfaces brings the The Good 2 Be Back Tour to Houston for a one-night show. The band’s eclectic mix of jazz, soul, pop, hip-hop, reggae, and calypso will be upbeat and fun. Tickets range from $27.50 to $45. 7pm.
• Movies Under the Stars: Death Becomes Her at Market Square Park | FREE – Skip the theater and head to Market Square Park in Downtown for a free screening of the 1992 film, Death Becomes Her, starring Meryl Streep, Bruce Willis, and Goldie Hawn. 7:30pm.
• Open Social Ballroom Dance at Dancesport Club – If you’ve been practicing your ballroom moves, grab a partner and show off your skills in Southwest Houston. There will be a mix of all types of music to cater to different ballroom styles. Tickets are $10. 8pm to 10:30pm.
• Samy Jo Band in Concert at 1886 Humble Backyard | No Cover – Drink, dance, and enjoy live cover music from the Samy Jo Band in Humble. 9pm to 1am.

Saturday, October 9, 2021 

• Houston Reggae Fest at Peggy Park – Houston’s premier Reggae festival is back for another year of live performances dedicated to the Jamaican-based genre. There will be live music from artists like Collie Buddz, Gyptian, Jemere Morgan and many more. Guests can also enjoy food vendors on site. Tickets range from $25 to $175. Noon to 10pm.
• Food Truck Rally 2 at B-52 Brewing | No Cover – If you’re in a need of a food truck fix, B-52’s food truck rally in Conroe is the place to be. After the first rally’s major success, the brewery is making the second installment bigger with more food trucks and more fun. 1pm to 8pm.
• Oktoberfest at Eureka Heights Brew Co. | No Cover – Eureka Heights celebrates Oktoberfest their way with pretzels and brats from Kortex BBQ and performances from the Jodie Mikula Orchestra. 3pm to 7pm.
• Montrose Live & Night Market at the corner of Montrose & Westheimer | No Cover – Discover new food vendors and artisans each Saturday night in the heart of Montrose. Local bands will perform live while guests shop, eat, and drink. 6pm to 10pm.
• Bino Rideaux in Concert at Warehouse Live – Head to Downtown Houston for a Los Angeles rap takeover with Bino Rideaux’s On My Soul tour. The tour also showcases rappers Blue Bucks Clan and Coot Corleone as special guests to support the show. Tickets range from $25 to $125. 7pm.
• ROCO presents Mixed Messages at Post – The brand new Post Houston, which takes over the old Barbara Jordan Post Office in Downtown, will be hosting a limited access event to celebrate performing arts in the future technology, food, and retail venue. There will be performances from Houston Contemporary Dance Company, Poet Laureate Outspoken Bean and the ROCO String Quartet. Tickets range from $45 to $100. 8pm.
• Supper Club Concert Series at Trez Art and Wine Bar – Treat yourself to an elevated dining experience at Trez Art & Wine’s concert and dinner experience near Washington Ave. This week’s featured entertainment is R&B artist Kim Cruse. Tickets range from $20 to $175. 8pm to 10pm.
• Latin Image in Concert at Rockefeller’s – Houston’s own Latin Image will reunite on Washington Ave. for one night in October. The Tejano band is commemorating their 30th Anniversary with a return to the Rockefeller’s stage. Tickets range from $13 to $20. 8pm.

Sunday, October 10, 2021 

• Sweet Like Pan Dulce Pop-Up at Tenfold Coffee Company | No Cover – Cure that sweet tooth craving at this pop-up celebrating this tasty treat in the Heights. The event will have music, drinks, and interactive photo installations. 10am to 3pm.
• Copperhead O-Fest at Copperhead Brewery | No Cover – Conroe’s Copperhead Brewery is not only celebrating Oktoberfest, but is also bringing back their German-style Festbier for the first time since 2016. Drink beer, order pretzels and brats, and compete in the Stein Hoisting competition to win a free 1-liter mug and a 12-pack of O-Fest. Noon to 4pm.
• West African Dance Classes at Houston Metropolitan Dance Center – Learn dance styles originating in Guinea, Mali and the Congo with KoumanKe’le’ African Dance & Drum Ensemble. These high-energy dances will be accompanied by live drumming to make everyone hit the dance floor. Tickets are $14. 3pm.
• The Fenyx Show at the Ballroom at Bayou Place – Come one or come all to this Cirque du Soleil-style show featuring acrobatics, magicians, and more. Each installment of the three-show series has its own daring and daunting acts that can’t be seen at any other show. Tickets range from $20 to $75. 3pm to 5pm.
• West Coast Swing Sunday at Neon Boots Dancehall – Grab your dance partner or come and meet new friends to learn the West Coast Swing and the Houston Whip from Neon Boots’ dance instructors. The LGBTQ+ friendly bar will also have barbeque and drink specials all day. $20 for lessons and dancing; $10 for dancing only. 5pm to 9pm.
• Wizkid in Concert at Bayou Music Center – The Nigerian singer-songwriter comes to Houston for the Made in Lagos tour. After his latest single, “Essence,” became the first Nigerian song to chart on the US Billboard Hot 100, the breakout star is touring the country to bring Afrobeats to the mainstream. Tickets range from $32.50 to $42.50, but you may find better or cheaper tickets using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 8pm.
• J. Cole with 21 Savage, Morray in Concert at Toyota Center – The Toyota Center welcomes back Grammy award-winning hip-hop artist J. Cole for The Off Season tour. The rapper will be joined by 21 Savage and Morray for a night of melodic hip-hop songs. Tickets range from $79.50 to $225.50, but you may find better or cheaper seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 8pm.

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