Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Weekend Guide for Thursday, September 21 to Sunday, September 24, 2023.
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Things to Do
All Weekend Long
- Hispanic Heritage Month at Children’s Museum Houston | Daily – All week long, the Museum District headquarters for imagination celebrates the start of Hispanic Heritage Month with a slate of activities and crafts where kiddos can make a banner of Spanish-speaking countries, design their own mirror in the Mexican tin art style of hojalata, make Mexican paper flowers and more. $17 for ages 1 and up. 10am to 6pm.
- Sugar Land Space Cowboys vs. El Paso Chihuahuas at Constellation Field | Daily – The final series of the season sees the Chihuahuas back in town for Space City baseball. Fans can take in the weekend with a special Día de los Muertos jersey giveaway on Friday and a Jeremy Peña bobblehead giveaway on Saturday. $12 and up. Times vary.
- Passaporte Portugal at Central Market | Daily – Explore the flavors and culture of Portugal with a series of in-store events, including food and wine tastings, cooking classes and demonstrations, a silent disco and other activities. Pricing and times vary.
- Comedian Ali Siddiq at Houston Improv | Thursday to Saturday – A Bring the Funny finalist and H-Town’s own, Ali Siddiq lands at the Improv for six high-demand shows across the weekend. $80 for 2, and up. Times vary.
- The Riot Comedy Club presents Ismo at Rudyard’s Pub | Friday & Saturday – The comedian from Finland has managed to replicate his home country success in the States, and you can catch his latest set across two nights in Montrose. $17 and up. 7pm and 9pm.
- Uptown Dance Company presents Take~Off at MATCH | Friday & Saturday – The company marks its 23rd season with three world premieres. Red, White and Blue pays tribute to country heritage and American music; Sinatra showcases choreography inspired by one of the 20th century’s most iconic voices; and Indigenous pays homage to a tribe that thrived in Brazil in the early 15th century. $15 and up. 7:30pm.
Beyoncé
NRG Stadium
Friday & Saturday
Houston’s own Queen Bey returns to H-Town for two concerts as part of her Renaissance World Tour. Her first concert in the Bayou City in seven years, these shows are among the most anticipated concerts of the year and are expected to sell out.
$230 and up | 8pm
- Galveston Island Shrimp Festival in Downtown Galveston | Friday & Saturday – Sample some of the Gulf Coast’s best shrimp and gumbo, enjoy the L’il Shrimps parade, live music, a Strand merchant market and other family fun. Friday’s Kick Off Party is $65 and includes dinner, open bar and live entertainment. Saturday’s festival is free to attend; sampling cups are $13. Friday 7:30pm to 10pm; Saturday 10am to 6pm.
- Beyoncé in Concert at NRG Stadium | Friday & Saturday – Houston’s own Queen Bey returns to H-Town for two concerts as part of her Renaissance World Tour. Her first concert in the Bayou City in seven years, these shows are among the most anticipated concerts of the year and are expected to sell out. $230 and up. 8pm.
- Houston Symphony presents Blockbuster Broadway at Jones Hall | Friday & Saturday – The Symphony is joined by Norm Lewis, the Broadway actor who originated the role of King Triton in Disney’s The Little Mermaid and appeared with John Legend in Jesus Christ Superstar Live, for an evening of songs from the Great White Way, including “Stars” from Les Miserables, “I Got Plenty o Nuttin” from Porgy and Bess, “Being Alive” from Company, and more. $34 and up. 8pm.
- Karbachtoberfest Week 1 at Karbach Brewing Company | Friday to Sunday | FREE – The annual German celebration of beer and brewing gets a decidedly Karbach twist with wiener dog races, live music, stein hoisting and other family-friendly activities. Times vary.
- Houston Astros vs. Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park | Friday to Sunday – Kansas City rolls through for the last homestand of the regular season. Marking Hispanic Heritage Weekend, fans can expect giveaways like a Jose Abreu Los Astros jersey on Friday and a sugar skull bobblehead on Saturday. $26 and up. Times vary.
- 27th Houston Turkish Festival at the Water Works at Buffalo Bayou | Saturday & Sunday – Sample simit sandwiches and falafel wraps, shop a bazaar of art and other unique finds, and enjoy traditional folk dances and music as you celebrate the vibrant culture of Turkey. $10 in advance; free for ages 12 and under. Saturday 11am to 9pm; Sunday 11am to 8pm.
Ongoing Live Theater & Performing Arts in Houston
- Houston Ballet presents Tutu at Wortham Center | Thursday, Saturday & Sunday | Opening Weekend – The ballet opens its season with a triple bill featuring the Houston premiere of Balanchine’s iconic “Stars and Stripes,” set to the marches of John Philip Sousa; Delmira, a world premiere Houston Ballet commission from Colombian Belgian choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa; and Stanton Welch’s Tu Tu, with its tongue-in-cheek choreography set to Ravel’s Concerto for Piano in G major. This production runs through Sunday, October 1. $25 and up. Showtimes vary.
- 4th Wall Theatre Company presents The Pavilion at Spring Street Studios | Friday to Sunday | Opening Weekend – Craig Wright’s play explores the lives, loves and regrets of Peter and Kari, high school sweethearts who reunite at their 20th high school reunion. Called an “Our Town for our time,” critics around the country have praised the show’s deft dialogue and insight to relationships. This production runs through Saturday, October 7. $30 and up. Showtimes vary.
- Chicken & Biscuits at Ensemble Theatre | Friday to Sunday | Opening Weekend – Douglas Lyons’ family comedy examines what happens when the Jenkins crew comes together to celebrate the life and legacy of the family patriarch. Things unravel when a family secret turns up at the funeral. This production runs through Sunday, October 15. $34 and up. Showtimes vary.
- American Mariachi at Alley Theatre | Friday to Sunday | Opening Weekend – In this play about dreaming big, it’s the 1970s, and Lucha wants to form a mariachi band. But girls don’t do that. Or can they? This heartwarming clash of cultures showcases what it means to embrace all of your heritage. This production runs through Sunday, October 22. $35 and up. Showtimes vary.
- Main Street Theater for Youth presents Carmela Full of Wishes at MATCH | Sunday | Opening Weekend – This touching tale is the story of Carmela, who has a very special wish to help keep her family together. Based on the children’s book by Matt de la Peña, it’s a family-friendly production that explores hope in the migrant community. This production runs through Saturday, October 21. $20 and up. Showtimes vary.
- What the Constitution Means to Me at Main Street Theater | Daily | Ongoing – This regional premiere tells the story of 15-year-old Heidi, who earned scholarship money for college by taking part in Constitutional debate competitions. As Heidi looks back on her experiences, she considers what one of our most important founding documents means for our history and our future. This production runs through Sunday, October 15. $39 and up. Showtimes vary.
- AD Players presents Forever Plaid at the George Theater | Daily | Ongoing – The Plaids are on their way to a gig when they’re hit by a bus and killed instantly. What happens when they return from the afterlife for one final show? The answer lies in this beloved musical filled with barbershop harmonies and enchanting melodies. This production runs through Sunday, October 1. $30 and up. Showtimes vary.
- 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.
- POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive at the Gordy | Daily | Ongoing – This feminist farce explores power, misogyny and how women both support and undermine each other. When the president makes an off-color statement including a certain four-letter word, all hell breaks loose. The women on his staff and in his family roll into action to contain the fallout, even as events spool out of their control. $30 and up. Showtimes vary.
- Music Box Theater presents Back to the ‘80s at Queensbury Theater | Friday & Saturday | Ongoing – 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.
- Pop Demo at MATCH | Thursday to Saturday | Final Weekend – Set in the stylistic decor of Pop Art, this production blends political commentary, offbeat theatre, aerial, contemporary dance and visuals to explore how the ideas of popular democracy, extremism and propaganda have shaped and warped American beliefs. $35 and up. Showtimes vary.
- The Greatest Play in the History of the World at Spring Street Studios | Thursday to Saturday | Final Weekend – A love story set in space, this play starring Kacie Adams asks profound questions with deep sincerity while balancing the human quest for meaningful connections. It’s also about shoes. $20. 8pm.
Montrose Bars, Buffalo Bayou Park & Other Destinations
- Best Bars in Montrose – Check out our rundown of 20+ signature cocktail bars, dives, and more that can be found throughout the lively Montrose neighborhood.
- Must Do Things in Buffalo Bayou Park – Find your way underground, bring your pup to one of the city’s best dog parks, take to twilight viewing of bat colonies, and more with our 5 ways to explore Buffalo Bayou Park.
- Happy Hour Hot Spots in the River Oaks District – Toast to the post-work sesh with some of our picks for happy hour drinks and eats at the River Oaks District development.
- Greater Houston Guide to Hispanic Heritage Month | Ongoing – This weekend and beyond, find more things to do that celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month at concerts, festivals and more in neighborhoods across Greater Houston.
THURSDAY
September 21, 2023
- 2023 Coastal Watershed Symposium: Balancing Growth, Preservation & Conservation | Virtual – Beginning on Wednesday, September 20, this two-day event features a keynote address by Dr. Andrew “Andy” Sansom, offering valuable insights and inspiration to help shape the future of Houston’s and the Gulf Coast’s bayous and waterways. $40. 8am to noon.
- Sip & Stroll at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center – Enjoy a sunset walk that includes two glasses of wine or Saint Arnold beer, delicious cheese and charcuterie offerings from Graze HTX, plus a specialty wine glass to take home. $45. 5:30pm to 7pm.
- Music on the Lawn at GreenStreet | FREE – The Downtown shopping and dining center hosts a live concert by Paul Frias, part of an outdoor music series held throughout September. While there, take in happy hour specials from McCormick & Schmick’s, grab dinner to-go from Guadalajara del Centro or The Palm, and enjoy the evening in the heart of Houston. 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
- College Night at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston | FREE – CAMH welcomes college students for an evening of free hands-on collage and mixed media activities while enjoying complimentary snacks and beverages within a site-specific installation by artists Julia Rossel. 6pm to 8pm.
- Urban Harvest presents Secret Supper Club V: Autumn in the Park – Join Urban Harvest for the fifth Secret Supper Club dinner that features welcome cocktails and a four-course meal with wine pairings, held at a secret park location to be revealed to attendees. Dishes will be provided from chefs Suu Khin of Burmalicious, Joe Murphy of Nobu, Ruchit Harneja of Musaafer, and Auden’s Kirthan and Kripa Shenoy. $300. 6pm to 9pm.
- Trivia Night at Houston Toy Museum – Think you know your esoteric facts? Do you demolish your competition at Trivial Pursuit? Then grab some friends and head to the museum for six rounds of trivia. The fee to play includes museum admission. $10. 7pm.
- Broken Social Scene in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The beloved indie rock band returns to Houston, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their seminal record, You Forgot It In People. $30 and up. 7pm.
- Salsa Night at Post Houston | FREE – Put on your dancing shoes and head Downtown as Love Dance HTX teaches you salsa and other Latin rhythms. Grab a bite and a drink from one of Post’s vendors and salsa the night away. This evening of fun and music is perfect for all levels and experience. 7pm to 10pm.
Salsa Night
Post Houston
Thursday, September 21
Put on your dancing shoes and head Downtown as Love Dance HTX teaches you salsa and other Latin rhythms. Grab a bite and a drink from one of Post’s vendors and salsa the night away. This evening of fun and music is perfect for all levels and experience.
FREE | 7pm to 10pm
- The Progressive Forum presents Andy Borowitz at Wortham Center – The author and humorist discusses his book Profiles in Ignorance: How America’s Politicians Got Dumb and Dumber. Paying attendees will get a copy of the book, and the author will sign books and greet fans following the discussion. $45 and up. 7:30pm.
- VR Meetup at the Ion Prototyping Lab | FREE – Check out hardware trials, product demos and more with like-minded Virtual Reality enthusiasts. This month’s meeting delves into the realm of both current and forthcoming VR and AR hardware and software, providing attendees with valuable insights into the evolving landscape of these technologies. 7:30pm to 9:30pm.
- Christian Nodal in Concert at Toyota Center – Fusing mariachi and norteño, the Latin Grammy-winning Mexican singer-songwriter comes to Houston fresh off his latest EP release, Forajido 2. $66 and up. 8pm.
- Cowgirl Clue in Concert at the Secret Group – The alt-pop artist, with a style that blends fairies and fantasy, comes to the EaDo club. Expect a concert of hybrid sounds and original pieces, perfect for grooving all night. $16 and up. 8pm.
- Omar Courtz at Clé Houston – The Puerto Rican singer-songwriter makes an appearance at the Midtown club, kicking off the weekend. Rolling Stone called his sound “slick [and] suave,” and his Reggaeton tracks are making waves around the world. $25 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.
FRIDAY
September 22, 2023
- Slow Flow at Levy Park | FREE – Start your day with this yoga class, appropriate for all skill levels. Led by Stephanie McCarry, you’ll learn poses that will help you strengthen and build mobility while enjoying the outdoor scene at Levy Park. 8am.
- Three Graces One Pot Cook Off at Post Oak Ice House – Part chili cookoff, part stew stampede, part gumbo gauntlet, and part dessert delight, this cooking competition and tasting event lets anyone bring their one-pot culinary creations to the masses. While one team will take home the trophy, all ticketholders will get to taste all the dishes and decide for themselves. $20 and up. 1pm to 5pm.
- Oktoberfest Kick-Off Party at King’s BierHaus Heights | No Cover – The Heights beer garden marks its 11th celebration of hops and brews with a Warsteiner wooden keg tapping and a Bavarian Pig Roast, plus VIP ticket giveaways and a Bavarian Stronghuman competition for tickets to the main festival in October. 5pm to 11pm.
- Author Russ Feingold at Brazos Bookstore | FREE – The former U.S. senator discusses his book, The Constitution in Jeopardy, written with Peter Prindville. It’s an exploration of our country’s foundations, voting and speech rights, amendments and what may happen in the future. Free to attend, but books for signings must be purchased from the store. 6pm.
- That ‘70s Party at Hendley Market Lofts – The Galveston Arts Center celebrates all things ‘70s at this dress-up party that includes 1970s-inspired bites, music and more to benefit the organization’s outreach programs. $50. 6pm to 9pm.
- Going Batty at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center – This adults-only event takes you on a nature walk with special devices so you can listen to bat sonar. Because bats are pollinators for the agave plant, you’ll also get a tequila popsicle from KICPOPS, and learn more from bat expert DeAndra Ramsey about why bats matter to our ecosystem. $50. 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
Oktoberfest Kick-Off
King’s BierHaus
Friday, September 22
The Heights beer garden marks its 11th celebration of hops and brews with a Warsteiner wooden keg tapping and a Bavarian Pig Roast, plus VIP ticket giveaways and a Bavarian Stronghuman competition for tickets to the main festival in October.
No Cover | 5pm to 11pm
- Jelly Roll in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – The rap artist–turned–country singer, fresh off multiple wins at the CMT Music Awards, makes a stop in the Woodlands. He calls his work “real music for real people with real problems,” according to the New York Times, and his songs often reference his journey to sobriety and celebrations of life. $96 and up. 7pm.
- When Houston Had the Blues Movie Screening & Concert at Discovery Green | FREE – This electrifying documentary explores the Bayou City’s history as a hub for blues innovation, using interviews, concert footage and more. Soul vocalist Diunna Greenleaf will also perform before the film. 7pm to 10:30pm.
- Skateboard Art Show at Hardy & Nance Studios | FREE – Check out board designs by local Houston artists at this showcase of skateboarding at the near Downtown gallery. It’s a chance to see how the sport and art meld together in creative harmony. 7pm to 11pm.
- Kun Yang-Lin/Dancers present KyLin’s Garden at Asia Society Texas Center – See the internationally acclaimed Asian American dance company in its first appearance at Asia Society Texas. Evoking the kylin, an Asian mythological creature that combines elements of five animals into one body, KyLin’s Garden: A Space for Tending, Sharing & Imagination brings together different artistic voices to form an ensemble that flourishes as a whole. $25. 7:30pm.
- Ars Lyrica presents Fallen Angels at Hobby Center – The early music ensemble opens its 2023-2024 season with this exploration of the paranormal in Baroque music. Selections from Carissimi’s harrowing Judgement of Solomon and from Henry Purcell’s spirited Fairy Queen are included. $15 and up. 7:30pm.
- Slander DJ Set at 713 Music Hall – The Los Angeles DJ duo, known for their distinctive take on electronic music, comes to Houston for a concert at the Post Houston music venue. $44.50 and up. 7:30pm.
Comedian Ilana Glazer
Cullen Performance Hall
Friday, September 22
The Broad City comedian and writer brings her energy and wit to this live set at the University of Houston. Her latest standup special, The Planet Is Burning, can be seen on Amazon.
$35 and up | 8pm
- Kam Franklin in Concert at Axelrad | FREE – The singer-songwriter and activist, who leads Gulf Coast favorite The Suffers, takes the stage at the beer garden, showcasing her career influences from across soul, country, gospel, reggae and more. 8pm.
- Comedian Ilana Glazer at Cullen Performance Hall – The Broad City comedian and writer brings her energy and wit to this live set at the University of Houston. Her latest standup special, The Planet Is Burning, can be seen on Amazon. $35 and up. 8pm.
- Los Fabulosos Cadillacs in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – The Argentine music group that blends ska and Latin rock with other styles takes to the stage in Sugar Land. Across four decades of recording, they’ve evolved, pushed the music envelope and collaborated with singers like Celia Cruz and Mick Jones of the Clash. $52 and up. 8pm.
- Comedian Zane Lamprey at Eureka Heights Brewing Company – Fresh off his Amazon special Tender Looks!, the comedian and host of travel shows on Food Network and the Travel Channel brings his new material to the Heights brewery for a night of his Thirsty Tour. $25 and up. 8pm.
- Shinyribs in Concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – The Austin-based band, led by Kevin Russell, comes to Houston, performing its signature blend of Texas Blues, New Orleans R&B funk, horn-driven Memphis Soul, country twang, border music, big band swing, and roots-rock. Look for selections from their latest record, Transit Damage and more. 8pm.
- Beyoncé Night on the Roof at Post Houston – This tribute concert to Queen Bey features Reign La’Rue performing songs from the pop star’s Renaissance album. Wear silver and groove out under the stars. $10. 9pm.
- 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.
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