Plan Your Weekend: August 24 to 27, 2023

Things to Do
All Weekend Long

• Summer Surprise Pop-Up at Asia Society Texas Center | Daily | Final Weekend – In its final days, this cafe takeover from Cassie Ghaffar and Sandy Nguyen—the minds behind Saigon Hustle and Sunday Press—will be serving up a fresh menu of banh mi, milk tea, Japanese-inspired sandos and more at the cafe inside Asia Society. Menu prices vary. 8:30am to 3pm.
• Teatro Loft presents El Último Personaje De Cecilia B at MATCH | Thursday & Friday – This play by Giovanny Cruz Durán explores the golden age of divas and charms—and a confession of an abominable crime. Last staged by the National Theatre Company of the Dominican Republic, it received rave reviews. Presented in Spanish. $25. Thursday 7:30pm; Friday 8pm.
• The Riot Comedy Club presents Colum Tyrrell at Rudyard’s British Pub | Friday & Saturday – The Montrose laugh spot welcomes the Irish comedian for a series of live sets. Following his success in the Emerald Isle, Tyrrell moved to New York City, where he became a regular at clubs like Comedy Cellar and Stand Up NY. $20 and up. Times vary.
• Galveston Island Esports Summit at Galveston Island Convention Center | Friday to Sunday – Get ready for gaming, robot battles, virtual reality, board games and more as this popular event makes its return to the Island. You’ll find interactive pods and a chance to connect with fellow game enthusiasts. $40 and up; $20 for ages 12 and under. Times vary.

Summer Surprise Pop-Up
Asia Society Texas
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In its final days, this cafe takeover from Cassie Ghaffar and Sandy Nguyen—the minds behind Saigon Hustle and Sunday Press—will be serving up a fresh menu of banh mi, milk tea, Japanese-inspired sandos and more at the cafe inside Asia Society.

Prices Vary | 8:30am to 3pm

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• Tattoo & Body Art Expo at NRG Park | Friday to Sunday – More than 250 of the country’s best tattoo artists will be in attendance, showing off their skills and providing on-site tattoos. Look for music, beer, contests and more throughout the weekend. $20 and up. Times vary.
• Houston Media Conference 2023 at Post Houston | Friday to Sunday – Local and national production companies, equipment rental houses and feature speakers from film, television, digital media, legal, and financial professions come together to discuss and provide information about the business side of filmmaking. The event is free to attend, with workshop attendance starting at $50; all-access passes are $65. Times vary.
• Werckmeister Harmonies Movie Screening at MFAH | Friday to Sunday – Catch this film, a parable of societal collapse, rendered in 39 long takes and shot in ghostly black and white. It’s the story of a Hungarian town during communist times and what happens when a mysterious circus arrives, awakening a madness in the citizens. Shown in Hungarian and Slovak with English subtitles. $9. Times vary.
• Fuerza Regida in Concert at Smart Financial Centre | Saturday & Sunday – The superstar group of Regional Mexican norteño music are performing back-to-back nights in Sugar Land, touting their newest release, Sigan Hablando, on the Otra Peda tour. $52 and up. 8pm.
• Houston Restaurant Weeks at Multiple Locations | Daily | Ongoing – The Houston Food Bank’s biggest fundraiser returns for another year, offering a month-plus of tasty and charitable food and drink. Over 200 local restaurants are lined up to offer prix fixe meals for brunch, lunch and dinner (and even to-go), with a set dollar donation from each meal sold benefiting the Houston Food Bank and its mission to end hunger and provide food for better lives. Prices are $25 for brunch and lunch, $39 or $55 for dinner. Times vary by location.

Ongoing Live Theater & Performing Arts in Houston

• The Great American Trailer Park Musical at Art Factory | Friday to Sunday | Opening Weekend – Come down to Stark, Florida and the mobile home community of Armadillo Acres where new resident and local stripper Pippi is about to seriously shake things up. $30. Showtimes vary.
• Music Box Theater presents Back to the ‘80s at Queensbury Theater | Saturday | Opening Weekend – The cabaret group performs a concert of hits from the era of legwarmers, Members Only jackets and big hair. Expect your ‘80s favorites along with hilarity and hijinks. $38 and up. 7:30pm.
• Stages presents Always…Patsy Cline at the Gordy | Daily | Ongoing – Celebrating its 35th anniversary, this musical biography features 27 of the iconic country singer’s hits, while showcasing her rise to stardom in the 1960s. It’s also the story of the friendship between Cline and Houston native Louise Seger, who met the singer in a Bayou City honky tonk. $48 and up. Showtimes vary.
• The Murder of Roger Ackroyd at Alley Theatre | Daily | Final Weekend – The Alley’s popular Summer Chills series is back with this Agatha Christie story that finds detective Hercule Poirot investigating secrets and blackmail to solve a murder. $46 and up. Showtimes vary.

Washington Ave, Brunches near Rice & Other Destinations

• Must Do Things near Washington Avenue | Daily – Hit up this strip of the Washington Corridor that connects Memorial Park to Downtown, and discover some of the best places to eat, drink and explore along the way.
• Brunch around Rice University | Daily – For new students and seasoned locals alike, the area around Rice University provides a thriving scene of bakeries, cafés, and delicious eateries. Check out our picks for your brunch needs.
• Things to Do in Houston When It’s Too Hot | Daily – Summer has firmly arrived in Houston, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make the most of it. Check out our guide to more than 150 things to do and places to go when the temps top out in H-Town.
• Things to Do this Summer for Kids & Families in Houston | Daily – Enjoy the latest museum exhibits, head out on an outdoor adventure, make a splash, and savor much more that will make this summer one to remember with our guide to keep families entertained and cool this summer.
• Snow Cone Shops in Greater Houston | Daily – Chill out with a shaved ice treat from our 20+ picks for the coolest snow cone shops in Greater Houston this summer.
• Day Passes for Pools in Greater Houston | Daily – Pool weather is officially here and we have 10+ of the best hotel pools where you can spend a day making a splash.

• Houston Astros vs. Boston Red Sox at Minute Maid Park – The Astros close out a four-game homestand against Boston with a weekday afternoon first pitch. $18 and up. 1pm.
• Plant & Human Microbiome Lecture at the Health Museum | FREE – This lecture offers background into research on the plant and human microbiome, and how it relates to overall health. Suitable for all levels of science geeks, these insightful lectures help show how science works in everyday life. 5pm to 7pm.
• Authors Brooke Bentley & John Lopez in Conversation at Brazos Bookstore | FREE – Author Brooke Bentley will discuss her novel Sideline Confidential, the story of a just-graduated sports reporter hired to cover her hometown pro football team and the double standards she encounters along the way. Bentley is a former TV anchor and sports reporter who worked in Houston for two years; John Lopez is one of Houston’s most-respected sports reporters and commentators, heard on SportsRadio610 and read in the Houston Chronicle. Copies of Sideline Confidential will be available at the event for $17. 6:30pm.
• Caught in the Act: Drew Bacon on William Kentridge & the Art of Stop-Motion at MFAH | FREE – Artist Drew Bacon talks with curator Alison de Lima Greene about the history of stop-motion animation, as well as its use in his video productions and the heavy influence of artist William Kentridge. This lecture serves as a companion to the museum’s William Kentridge: In Praise of Shadows exhibit. 6:30pm.
• 50 Cent, with Busta Rhymes & more in Concert at Toyota Center – Celebrating the 20th anniversary of his breakout hit, Get Rich or Die Tryin’, Fiddy performs some of his biggest hits of the past decades. Joining him on stage is the prolific rapper and hitmaker Busta Rhymes, with Jeremih. $27 and up. 7pm.
• Danny Brown & JPEGMafia in Concert at Warehouse Live – The EaDo venue hosts Danny Brown and his one-of-a-kind rhyme, joined on stage by JPEGMafia. $37.50. 8pm.

Broadway Musical Trivia
Post Skylawn
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Think you know your Mamma Mia from Man of La Mancha? How about the difference between Dear Evan Hanson and Dreamgirls? Then grab a team and get ready to put your Broadway knowledge to the test as you take in panoramic views of Houston from the Skylawn.

$28 | 8pm

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• Houston Musical Theater Company presents Broadway Musical Trivia at Post Houston – Think you know your Mamma Mia from Man of La Mancha? How about the difference between Dear Evan Hanson and Dreamgirls? Then grab a team and get ready to put your Broadway knowledge to the test as you take in panoramic views of Houston from the Skylawn. $28. 8pm.
• Grupo Frontera in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – The young legends of Norteño from Edinburg, Texas are in Sugar Land with music from their second EP, No Se Va (En Vivo). $93 and up. 8pm.
• Comedian Andy Haynes at the Secret Group – Enjoy the hilarious comedy and life observations from this comedian known for his appearances at New York City’s Comedy Cellar and L.A.’s Comedy Store. The Seattle native has also been seen on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, Comedy Central Presents and Conan. $15 and up. 8pm.
• Arachnophobia Movie Screening at Daiquiri Time Out | No Cover – Head to Galveston to enjoy the 1990 thriller, the penultimate film of DTO’s Creature Feature Movie Series. The movie tells the story of an arachnophobe doctor who must confront his fear after residents in Los Angeles start turning up dead. 21+. 8:30pm.
• Neon Dreams: A Blacklight Burlesque Experience at Rise Rooftop – Hosted by Nikki Knockout, this evening of burlesque blends psychedelics and blacklight for an unforgettable performance. Expect a blend of puppetry, theater, dance and an original script that flips traditional burlesque on its head. $20 and up. 9pm.
• Victor Sabattini DJ Set at Bauhaus – From making his name in Tulum by playing some of the best bars, beach clubs and jungle parties, to traveling the world, Victor Sabbattini draws from multicultural sounds and vibes with a nod to Latin America. He brings his infectious brand of music to Downtown. $10 and up. 10pm to 2am.

• More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston are happening all weekend long. Scroll up to explore events and shows spanning multiple days, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum and brewery passes, tours, and more.