Top 15 Festivals & Events This Week in Houston: July 22 to 28, 2024

Make the most of your week with our top festivals, events, and things to do this week in Houston from Monday, July 22 to Sunday, July 28, 2024.

This week features the return of the Texans, a Monty Python celebration, the Astros facing rivals on the weekend, and plenty of other summer fun.

We’ve whittled down all the happenings in H-Town to our picks for the week, but you can always check out the extended calendar for more things to do in Houston.

Top 15 Festivals, Events & Things to Do This Week in Houston

• Latin Restaurant Weeks at Multiple Locations | Through Friday, July 26 – Recently extended, the celebration of Latin cuisine now ends on Friday, offering just a few more days of special menus at many of the city’s Latin American restaurants. Prices and hours vary.
• Houston Texans Training Camp at NRG Park | Tuesday, July 23 to Saturday, July 27 – After a deep playoff run and big offseason moves, the Texans take the field for open training camps through August. Free tickets are required for entry. 9am.
• The Marias in Concert at 713 Music Hall | Wednesday, July 24 – Fresh off the release of their second album, Submarine, the dreamy indie pop group from Los Angeles stops by the big stage at Post Houston for a midweek set. $126 and up. 8pm.
• The Sixth Level Book Tour at Rice University’s Liu Idea Lab for Innovation & Entrepreneurship | Thursday, July 25 | FREE – Mix and mingle and enjoy light bites and wine at this event featuring contributors to The Sixth Level, which is grounded in research and the stories of successful women across multiple industries. Registration required. 6pm to 8pm.
• Friends of River Oaks Theatre presents Monty Python & the Holy Grail at MATCH | Friday, July 26 – This quote-a-long version of the comedy cult classic includes wild pre-film fun, including music and costume contests. Then, enjoy the madcap medieval adventure of King Arthur and his squire recruiting knights for an unforgettable quest. $17. 7pm.

• Houston Symphony presents Batman at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion | Friday, July 26 | FREE – Celebrating 85 years of the caped crusader, the Symphony performs Danny Elfman’s score to the 1989 Batman movie starring Michael Keaton, while the film plays on a giant screen. Dressing up as your favorite DC Comics character is encouraged. 8pm.
• Peso Pluma in Concert at Toyota Center | Friday, July 26 – The Mexican superstar and Grammy Award winner brings his innovative touch on regional Mexican music to the Downtown arena while touring his newest release, Éxodo. $99 and up. 8pm.
• Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Dodgers at Minute Maid Park | Friday, July 26 to Sunday, July 28 – The ‘Stros host the next chapter of this epic baseball rivalry—this time featuring Shohei Ohtani—in a weekend series to close out the month of July. Expect Friday Fireworks, giveaways and other ballpark fun. $30 and up. Times vary.
• Summer Community Celebration at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston | Saturday, July 27 | FREE – Explore CAMH’s current exhibitions, Theaster Gates: The Gift and The Renege and Olivia Erlanger: If Today Were Tomorrow, through a variety of hands-on activities at the museum. 9am to 5pm.
• Buffalo Soldiers Day at Buffalo Soldiers National Museum | Saturday, July 27 | FREE – This fun-filled day of history and celebration has something for the whole family, including a scavenger hunt, kids activities, a food truck, and an exciting Living History presentation by Buffalo Soldiers historian Luis Padilla. 10am to 4pm.

• Camp Loggerbier at Equal Parts Brewing | Saturday, July 27 | FREE – Hit up the Second Ward brewery to celebrate the new lager release of Lil Smoky, crafted in collaboration with Khói Barbecue and in three variants, including wild berry, lemongrass and rosehip. Rowdy’s BBQ will also be on hand for campy eats like s’mores, bbq mac and cheese, and more. Noon.
• Summer Forever: Pig Roast Party Time at 8th Wonder Brewery | Saturday, July 27 | No Cover – The EaDo brewery joins with Blood Bros BBQ for a whole pig roast in the backyard, plus outdoor games, tunes by DJ L.A., and specials on Beach Break Coastal Cannabis all day. 2pm to 8pm.
• Neon Night Out: Adults Only at Children’s Museum Houston | Saturday, July 27 – Relive your childhood as the museum transforms into an ’80s-themed playground for ages 21 and up. Put on your best retro attire for an evening filled with throwback tunes, light bites, and cocktails. $60. 6pm to 9pm.
• Summer Nights at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston | Saturday, July 27 – The museum’s popular evening event ends for the summer with one last after-hours look at current exhibitions, plus curator talks, live music and specials at both museum restaurants. $40; includes one complimentary drink. 6pm to 9pm.
• Zach Bryan in Concert at NRG Stadium | Saturday, July 27 – Known for his soulful lyrics, the captivating rising star in Americana country music brings The Quittin Time tour to Houston on the city’s biggest stage. Expect an evening of hits and songs from his latest album, The Great American Bar Scene. $75 and up. 7pm. 

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