Take a tour of H-Town’s weekend highlights with the 365 Houston guide to the best things to do in Houston this weekend, from Friday, January 7 to Sunday, January 9, 2022.
Every weekend, Houston has plenty of happenings to be found around town—but which ones are the highlights that can help you plan an enjoyable weekend of outings?
We’ve whittled down our extensive Weekend Guide to offer you some of our favorite things to look forward to from Friday to Sunday.
Looking for more things to do? Dig deeper for all of our weekend picks with the 365 Houston Weekend Guide, or comb through our Calendar for even more events, activities, and things to do this weekend.
The 10 Best Things to Do in Houston This Weekend: January 7 to 9, 2022
- Broadway Across America presents Hadestown at Hobby Center | Daily − The Tony-winning Broadway musical lands in Downtown for one week, presenting a modern, hell-raising take on two classic tales from Greek mythology in a journey to the underworld. $45 and up, but you may find cheaper, better, or hard-to-get seats on the online resale marketplace. Showtimes vary.
- Grand Re-Opening of the Station Theater | Friday, January 7 & Saturday, January 8 – The improv theater along Houston Avenue finally re-opens to the public, with a slate of shows that feature different skits, audience participation, and a whole lot of laughs. Dr. Peter J. Hotez headlines the second evening at the Supernova Storytelling show. $12 per show. Times vary.
- All Access Art Market at Finn Hall | Friday, January 7 | No Cover – The monthly art bazaar in Downtown returns for 2022 with a hip-hop themed market that features artwork and goods from local creatives, plus light bites and a cocktail lounge. 6pm to 11pm.
- Comedian Pedro Gonzalez at Rudyard’s British Pub | Friday, January 7 & Saturday, January 8 – The Riot Comedy Show welcomes Colombian stand-up comedian, Pedro Gonzalez, who challenges his audiences with bright insights on living, dating and working in America. $15 and up. Friday 7:30pm; Saturday 7:30pm and 10pm.
- Sojourns on the Silk Road: From the Orient to the Occident at MATCH | Friday, January 7 & Saturday, January 8 | Virtual Option – Take a musical journey of French and Spanish art song at a concert featuring mezzo-soprano Jessica Blau, pianist Katherine Ciscon, guitarist Marc Rosenberg, and flamenco dancer Fanny Ara. Livestreamed on Friday only. $25; $15 for students. 7:30pm.
- Mavis Staples at the Grand 1894 Opera House in Galveston | Friday, January 7 – The legendary, pioneering gospel and R&B singer makes an appearance at Galveston’s historic stage on Postoffice Street. $38 to $98. 8pm.
- Winter 2022: The Bridal Extravaganza Show at George R. Brown | Saturday, January 8 & Sunday, January 9 | Save $5 − Grab your favorite bride-to-be and get an entire wedding planned in one weekend as the biggest bridal show in the country returns to Downtown. Starts at $15, but you can save $5 on all advance tickets (including VIP) when you use promo code 365save5 at checkout. Saturday 10am to 5pm; Sunday 11am to 5pm.
- 13th Annual BowiElvis Fest at Continental Club | Saturday, January 8 – The annual celebration of two music icons who happen to share the same birthday, David Bowie and Elvis Presley, returns to the Mid-Main venue with performances on indoor and outdoor stages, along with face painting, games, a costume contest, prizes, food and more. $20 to $35. 7pm.
- Houston Texans vs. Tennessee Titans at NRG Stadium | Sunday, January 9 – The 2021 regular season comes to a close for the Texans, who will face off against rivals from the top of their division, the Titans. $36 and up, but you may find better, cheaper, or hard-to-get seat using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. Noon.
- Star Wars Night: Houston Rockets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves at Toyota Center | Sunday, January 9 – Feel the force as the Rockets take on the Timberwolves on Star Wars Night. Enjoy special themed entertainment from a galaxy far, far away and snap a photo with characters walking the concourse. $10 and up, but you may find some better or cheaper seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 7pm.
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