Top 10 Live Shows & Concerts in Houston This Week: August 23 to 29, 2021

Put on your dancing shoes for these must-see live shows and concerts around Houston from Monday, August 23 through Sunday, August 29, 2021.

This week, take in Tchaikovsky by candlelight, enjoy a free neighborly hangout in Downtown, catch a surprise lineup of rap and hip-hop stars at JH-Town Weekend, and more.

Want to dig deeper for live concerts in Houston this month? Check the 365 Houston calendar for additional shows taking place across H-Town.

Top 10 Live Shows & Concerts in Houston This Week

• Candlelight Ballet: Songs from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker & More at Sanman Studios | Thursday, August 26 – The Listeso String Quartet joins with ballerinas from Ad Deum Dance Company for an evening of intimate performance by flickering candlelight, featuring songs from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker and others. Tickets are $55. 6:30pm.
• Downtown Neighbors’ Hangout, with Swimwear Department and Henry Invisible at Discovery Green | Friday, August 27 | FREE – The Downtown centerpiece park space hosts a neighborly hangout with beer from Saint Arnold Brewing Company and live music from Swimwear Department and Henry Invisible. 6:30pm.
• Rod Wave at Bayou Music Center | Friday, August 27 – After the March 2021 release of his Billboard No. 1 album, SoulFly, Rod Wave heads out on tour in what is one of the most anticipated shows of the month. Tickets range from $43 to more than $200, but you may find better or cheaper tickets using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 8pm.
• JH-Town Weekend: James Harden & Friends Charity Concert at Bayou Music Center | Saturday, August 28 – James Harden’s JH-Town Weekend returns with a surprise concert lineup of talent from the rap and hip-hop world. Previous JH-Town Weekend events have included appearances by Nipsey Hussle, Travis Scott, Meek Mill, 21 Savage, and more. Tickets range from $13 to $32. 7pm.
• Marc Anthony at Smart Financial Centre | Saturday, August 28 – The legendary Grammy-winning, chart-topping, pop-singing sensation, Marc Anthony, returns to touring with a stop in Sugar Land while on his eponymous tour. Tickets range from $71 to more than $225, but you may find better or cheaper tickets using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 8pm.
• Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives at the Heights Theater | Saturday, August 28 – Country music torchbearer Marty Stuart performs at the Heights Theater, reviewing his long history with country music through story and song. Tickets are $36. 8pm.
• Los Chicos Del 512: The Selena Experience at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Saturday, August 28 | FREE | Virtual Option – Relive the star power and magic of Selena in this dynamic tribute concert that promises an evening of singing and dancing that will have the whole family cheering along. A livestream of the performance will be available on Miller Outdoor’s YouTube channel. 8:30pm.
• Los Tucanes de Tijuana at Arena Theatre | Saturday, August 28 – Since the late ’80s, the award-winning Mexican Norteño band has produced 30 platinum records and a slew of hits that fans can enjoy when they take the stage at Arena Theatre in Southwest Houston. Tickets range from $45 to more than $125, but you may find better or cheaper tickets using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 8:30pm.
• Narrow Head, with Clear Acid, DJ Drug Money at the Secret Group | Saturday, August 28 – The EaDo comedy club and music venue welcomes local band Narrow Head, performing songs from their 2020 summer release, 12th House Rock, and more. Tickets are $15. 9pm.
• Slim Thug at Scout Bar | Saturday, August 28 – The Houston rap legend takes the stage at Scout Bar in Clear Lake to perform songs from his latest release in April, SDS Vibes, and more. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the door. 9:30pm.