Houston Nightlife This Week: June 17 to 23, 2024

Find the can’t-miss events in Houston with our Day + Nightlife Guide from Monday, June 17 to Sunday, June 23, 2024.

We’ve got you covered all week long with our in-the-know list of social nightlife events—including comedy, music, and art—happening around Houston.

Day + Nightlife Guide in Houston This Week: June 17 to 23, 2024

Ongoing

• Ice House Radio at Brasil | Wednesday to Friday | FREE – The roving DJ broadcast opens a new weekly residency this summer on the prime patio at Brasil Cafe in Montrose. The Department of Black Phenomena kick things off on Juneteenth, followed by a Thursday show with DJ Cold One, Duane Bradley, Dusty Tombs and Whitney Screwston. Then, on Friday, catch Nengo Zuniga, Alikhan, and Noey Lopez to round out the first week of shows. 7pm to 11pm.
• Comedian Matt McCusker at Houston Improv | Friday & Saturday – The co-host of Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast and author is set to deliver stories drawn from his life experiences and a wide range of adventures. $100 for 4, and up. Times vary.
• The Sklar Brothers at the Secret Group | Friday & Saturday – The twin brother comics, best known for their show Cheap Seats on ESPN, arrive in EaDo for back-to-back nights of hilarious tales and observations. $20. Friday 8pm; Saturday 8pm and 10pm.
• Cyclone of Memories: An AstroWorld Exhibition at Houston Toy Museum | Friday to Sunday – Relive memories of Houston’s beloved bygone theme park in a display of souvenirs, memorabilia, photographs and collectibles that span from 1967 to 2005, with many rare items never seen by the general public. $14; $10 for ages 65+; kids pay their age up to 13. Noon to 6pm.

Monday, June 17, 2024

• DeeBaby at House of Blues – Head to the heart of downtown where H-Town’s very own DeeBaby takes over the House of Blues stage with his new single, “Gangsters Get Lonely Too.” $35 and up. 7pm.
• The Comedy Cookie Jar Open Mic at The Secret Group | FREE – Comedians J Cookie and Cornelius White bring you the Comedy Cookie Jar, a weekly open mic featuring the city’s coming comics, seasoned comedians, and national touring comics trying out new material at the EaDo comedy club. 10pm.

Tuesday, June 18, 2024

• Redwood Pairing Dinner at Whiskey Cake Baybrook – Indulge in a four-course dinner at the Friendswood location of Whiskey Cake, featuring dishes like octopus tiradito and calamarata arrabbiata, paired with whiskey and craft cocktails. $100. 6:30pm to 9:30pm.
• Woodstock Experience in Concert at Main Street Crossing – Party like it’s August of 1969 and hear songs by Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Janis Joplin, Joan Baez, and more at this time warp show in Tomball. $50 and up. 8pm.

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

• Drive-By Truckers in Concert at House of Blues – The Southern rock group out of Georgia brings some of their fan favorite hits to the Downtown stage. $39.50 and up. 7pm.
• DIIV in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The band known for their dream pop vibes and shoegaze sound comes to White Oak for a night of songs from their latest, Frog in Boiling Water. $32. 7pm.
• RuPaul’s Drag Race Trivia Night at City Orchard | FREE – The cidery in Arts District hosts a special night of trivia covering all things RuPaul’s Drag Race. Come by to vie for fabulous prizes, like a pair of tickets to the Astros’ Pride Night on the 25th. 7pm.
• Juneteenth with Dominique Hammons at Central Cultural Center – Close out Juneteenth celebrations with live music, laughter and community in Galveston. Talented violinist Dominique Hammons will perform, along with comedian Liz Faublas-Wallace and poet Angela Hill. $18.65. 8pm to 10:30pm.

Thursday, June 20, 2024

• Lego Night at Decant Urban Winery – Take your pick from 10 different Lego sets, then get building amazing creations at this Garden Oaks winery event hosts by Houston Toy Museum. $14.99. 5pm.
• Plant + Paint at No Label Brewing Co. – Select a homegrown, easy-care houseplant provided by Pish Posh Plants and receive a terracotta pot to paint, along with plant care advice at the Katy brewery. $40. 6pm to 9pm.
• Rosé All Day Dinner at Brenner’s on the Bayou – Indulge in a stunning four-course dining experience, especially crafted to complement both sparkling and still rosé wines. $175. 6:30pm.
• Table of Nations with Chef Jennifer Sebasigari at The Lymbar – Be ready for a fantastic dining excursion through five courses, paired with cocktails that introduces Lymbar’s single barrel reserve bourbon. Dishes include house cured duck, grilled lamb skewers, bbq pork and plantain, and Mandazi beignets. $98. 6:30pm.
• Saint Arnold’s Beer Dinner at Georgia James – Bring a friend for this communal dining night out as Saint Arnold continues celebrating its 30th anniversary with a beer-paired four-course dinner at Georgia James. $125. 6:30pm.
• Comedian Troy Bond at Houston Improv – With his “Modern Seinfeld” sketches that went viral across social media, comic Troy Bond brings his tongue-in-cheek sets and crowd work to Spring Branch for one night–only. $120 for 4, and up. 7:30pm.

Friday, June 21, 2024

• Pride by the Pint Brewfest at Millenium High Street – Held near Highland Village, this Pride Weekend event features multiple Houston breweries, food trucks and local vendors coming together in the spirit of community, helping to raise funds for the Montrose Center. $5 and up. 6pm to 8pm.
• The Murder Mystery Co. presents A Dance with Death at Pinstripes – Be part of the action in this interactive comedic murder mystery as you and professional actors solve the crime (or not) at a 1950s sock hop in this doo wop disaster. $59. 7pm.
• Caifanes & Café Tacvba in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – Two legends of Mexican rock join forces for a night of Spanish-language hits in the Woodlands. $39.50 and up. 7:30pm.
• The King Cole Legacy Experience at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – It’s an unforgettable night with the combined musical repertoire of the late great Nat King Cole and his daughter Natalie Cole, with performers Horace Alexander Young and Laura Jane Jones with a 28-piece Pops orchestra. 8:30pm.
• Comedian Max Amini at Arena Theatre – Take in a night of eccentric impressions and captivating storytelling with the Iranian comedian, actor and director who delivers powerful messages of unity and love through tales of family ties, cultural trappings and social topics. $55 and up. 8:30pm.
• Puro Pinche Party at White Oak Music Hall – Hit the dance floor for a night of Latin pop, rock and reggaeton at the Northside venue. Ages 18 and up. $15. 9pm.
• Emo Nite at Warehouse Live Midtown – Feel the TGIF vibes then tunes from bands like My Chemical Romance and Taking Back Sunday light up Friday night in Midtown. $16. 9pm.
• Cid DJ Set at Bauhaus – The Grammy-winning producer and host of the weekly Night Service Only Radio show is coming to deliver high energy grooves with house and crossover dance hits. $10. 10pm.
• Lilly Palmer DJ Set Noto Houston – The East End nightclub celebrates its first birthday with an all-night banger from Lilly Palmer on the decks. $25 and up. 10pm.

Saturday, June 22, 2024

• Houston’s New Faces of Pride Festival & Parade at Houston City Hall | FREE – A new addition to the Pride festivities this year, this all-day festival features hundreds of vendors, performances by Billy Gilman, Lauren Sanderson and Chris Housman, plus an evening parade through the streets of Downtown. Parade viewing is free; festival is $3. Festival is noon to 6pm; Parade begins at 7:30pm.
• Canvas & Cocktails at Houston Botanic Garden – Unleash your creativity with Houston artist and teacher Roberto Castillo at a cocktail-infused painting party inspired by the nature around you. $35. 1pm.
• Juneteenth Weekend: Willie Clayton in Concert at Warehouse Live Midtown – Celebrate Juneteenth Weekend with live daytime performances by Will Clayton, PC Band, Step Rideau & the Zydeco Outlaws, and S. Dott. All white attire is highly suggested, and Jacos BBQ will be serving it up on the patio. $50 and up. 2:30pm.
• Soaked: The Official Houston Pride Pool Party at Heights House Hotel – Make a splash at Space Cowboy, the pool and bar at the Heights House Hotel. Pride Houston 365 will host this pool party with live entertainment, DJs, games, food and drink specials, and more. $15 and up. 2pm to 10pm.
• Emo Pride Party at Dan Electro’s – Let it all out at a raging Pride bash with live emo tunes from Shosty and Screaming Insecurities, plus drinks, vendors and a photo booth at the Heights guitar bar. 6pm.
• Sunset & Sounds: Summer Concert Series with Motenko at Hotel Lucine | No Cover – One of the newest boutique hotels to hit the Island hosts a weekly concert series on the rooftop bar. This week features the Austin-based neo-retro R&B and soul sounds of Motenko. 6pm to 9:30pm.
• Mean Girls Movie Screening at Discovery Green | FREE – The classic—and endlessly quotable—film of high school cliques is screened on the lawn at the Downtown park space. 7pm.
• Classic Albums Live presents Jimi Hendrix: Are You Experienced at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – Break out the bell bottoms when Classic Albums Live brings the sounds of the legendary Jimi Hendrix to Miller Outdoor for a note-for-note recreation of the iconic 1967 debut album, Are You Experienced. 8:30pm.
• Take On Me: 80s Dance Party at White Oak Music Hall – Sing and dance along to an ’80s playlist of classic tunes at the Northside venue. $15. 9pm.
• Planet Pink! Houston’s New Faces of Pride Official After Party at Post Houston – Keep the party rolling after the New Faces of Pride parade with this afterparty at Post, featuring international DJ GSP and Houston’s own Marti Frieson. $20 and up. 9pm.
• Club NRG Reunion at Etro Nightclub | No Cover – Dance, dance, dance is the plan for the entire night at this Downtown spot with classics from bands like Depeche Mode, New Order, Erasure, The Cure, and more. 9pm.
• Seth Troxler DJ Set at Bauhaus – House and techno music lovers don’t miss the chance to see this highly popular DJ at the Downtown nightclub for all things EDM. $15 and up. 10pm.

Sunday, June 23, 2024

• 6th Annual Pride Brunch & Montrose Center Fundraiser at the Heights Social – Wrap up Pride weekend at this fundraiser brunch hosted by this chic spot in the Heights. Enjoy brunch from Chef Cameron Caine, vibes by DJ Chad Guidry, and drag performances from Sinema LaRue and Lucy Paradisco. Ages 21 and up. $60 and up. 11am to 4pm.
• Opus 4 String Quartet at Archway Gallery | FREE – Relax in this art-filled setting as one of the Montrose gallery’s regular quartets returns for patrons. 6pm.
• Comedian Oscar Collazos at the Secret Group – The bilingual comic arrives in EaDo to deliver hilarious tales drawn from his life growing up in a crazy immigrant family in Miami. $15 and up. 8pm.
• Alex Sensation DJ Set at Warehouse Live Midtown – The international Latin music artist, award-winning radio DJ and musical tastemaker takes the stage in Midtown. Ages 18 and up. $12.88 and up. 10pm.

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