Take a tour of H-Town’s weekend highlights with our 365 Houston guide to the best things to do in Houston this weekend, from Friday, November 3 to Sunday, November 5, 2023.
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 15 Best Things to Do in Houston This Weekend: November 3-5, 2023
- Pearland Restaurant Weeks | Wednesday, November 1 to Sunday, November 5 | Ongoing – Throughout the month of November, the growing restaurant scene in Pearland will showcase curated menus and specialty offerings, with a portion of all orders going to support Pearland Neighborhood Center. Fixed-price menus are $29 for 2-course breakfasts and lunches; $35 for 3-course dinners. Times and locations vary.
- Night Market 2023 at Asia Society Texas Center | Friday, November 3 | FREE – The popular annual event returns to the Museum District, offering a host of family-friendly activities including a curated marketplace, games and cultural installations, an Otaku Alley highlighting all things manga, anime and cosplay, sumo wrestling demonstrations, a Japanese-style carnival, and more. Free for outdoors; some indoor events cost $5 and up. 6pm to 10pm.
- Performing Arts Houston presents An Evening With David Sedaris at Jones Hall | Friday, November 3 – The author and satirist, known for Me Talk PrettyOne Day, Holidays on Ice, Naked, Calypso and other works, comes to town to discuss his observations about life and his work. $29 and up. 7:30pm.
- Le Fête du Champagne at Multiple Locations | Friday, November 3 & Saturday, November 4 – Making its Houston debut, La Fête du Champagne celebrates and showcases the region’s top producers and wines, with events including a Champagne Pierre Paillard Lunch at Navy Blue, Champagne Salon & Champagne Delamotte Dinner at Pappas Bros. Steakhouse Downtown, and both a La Fête Tasting and Gala Dinner at Bludorn. $165 and up. Times vary.
- Park to Port Bike Ride at Hermann Park’s Bayou Parkland | Saturday, November 4 – This 20-mile round-trip bike ride takes cyclists from Hermann Park’s Bayou Parkland along the Bayou Greenway trail all the way to Mason Park, near the Port of Houston. Start your day by exploring the city and meeting other cyclists. $40. 8am.
- Houston Puptopia Festival at Brazos River Park | Saturday, November 4 – This dog-centric festival features larger-than-life photo opportunities, live stunt dog performances, a dog day spa, Pawground activities, vendors, a K9 Lounge, and more. Bring your furry friend and enjoy the fun. $35 and up. 10am to 5pm.
- Hands-On Houston Family Festival at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft | Saturday, November 4 | FREE – The annual Hands-On Houston Family Festival celebrates wood crafts and the fall exhibition, Tree of Life, with hands-on art-making, artist demonstrations, free trees, and more. Head to the Museum District to explore your creativity and learn about some amazing works. 11am to 3pm.
- Depot Day Fall Fest at Tomball Depot Plaza | Saturday, November 4 | FREE – Head to Tomball for this festival that’s all about trains, featuring model railroads mixed with classic fall fair fun, old-fashioned country music, carnival games, a pumpkin patch, a kids’ zone and more. 11am to 6pm.
- 10th Annual Houston Afrifest at Houston Christian University | Saturday, November 4 – Celebrate the rich tapestry of African cultures at this festival that features a market with local and international vendors, and showcases the arts, music, fashion, and foods from across the region—all amidst the warmth and hospitality of Houston’s African community. $5 and up. 11am to 7pm.
- 3rd Annual Houston Día de los Muertos Parade & Festival at Sam Houston Park in Downtown | Saturday, November 4 | FREE – Venture downtown for this evening of live music, a parade procession from 7pm to 8pm, delicious concessions, arts and crafts, and more. Free to participate in the parade, but traditional attire—full of pageantry and beauty—is recommended. 2pm to 10pm.
- ROCO presents Unchambered: Rachel Jordan at the Historic Eldorado Ballroom | Saturday, November 4 – The acclaimed violinist offers a vibrant, intimate program honoring the memory and legacy of her father, New Orleans-based musician Kidd Jordan, an internationally acclaimed saxophonist who once played at the Ballroom in the 1970s. Pay-what-you-wish; suggested price of $45. 5pm.
- Preservation Houston’s 10th Annual Good Brick Tour Around Houston | Saturday, November 4 & Sunday, November 5 – Get an inside look at five exceptional historic buildings on this self-guided tour. Locations include a Bauhaus-inspired home in Braeswood and an iconic Victorian landmark in the Heights. Each home on tour has received Preservation Houston’s Good Brick Award for excellence in historic preservation. $30 per person. Noon to 5pm.
- Dream with Alebrijes Fall Festival at Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Sunday, November 5 | FREE – Celebrating the Mexican folk art tradition of alebrijes and spirit guides, this outdoor fest in the Cullen Sculpture Garden unveils large-scale artworks by six artists, plus a lineup of tasty food vendors, lotería, film screenings and more. 1pm to 5pm.
- Culinary Adventure: An Ancient Meal at Moody Center for the Arts | Sunday, November 5 – Head to the Rice University campus, where you can feast like an ancient Sumerian. Chefs from Bite of Hope and the Iraqi community, with advice from the archaeologist Dr. Zaid Alrawi, replicate a meal from a 5,000-year-old tavern discovered at excavations in Iraq last summer. $65. 5pm to 7pm.
- The Price Is Right Live at Smart Financial Centre | Sunday, November 5 – The wildly popular game show makes its way to Sugar Land, where lucky guests can “come on down” for their chance to compete in a number of games blending luck and skill with knowing the cost of items large and small. $40. 8pm.
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