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Houston Holi: The Festival of Colors at Crown Festival Park
Celebrate the harvest season in India with food, music, and dance at the 12th annual Houston Holi: The Festival of Colors at Crown Festival Park in Sugar Land. Attendees get blasted with color, dance to DJs spinning Bollywood and EDM, take in cultural performances, take part in yoga, sample delicious Indian food, go for a spin on the carnival rides and more. This year’s festival features headliner Mickey Singh, an Indian-born American singer, songwriter, producer, dancer, model, and actor. Admission…
Find out more »Houston Lebanese Festival at Constellation Field Stadium
Discover the culture of Lebanon with authentic cuisine, live music, dance performances, shopping, and other entertainment at the Houston Lebanese Festival, held this year at Constellation Field Stadium. Admission Tickets start at $6.
Find out more »3rd Annual Black Girls Rock Socia/Mixer at Rooftop Bar & Grill on Calhoun
The third annual edition Black Girls Rock Social & Mixer sees the return of a networking event recognizing women of color who are making a positive impact in their professional careers. All women are welcome to join the celebration. The organizers believe that if women celebrate their success with others like themselves that are leaders, educated, with positive identities, it will self-build esteem and worth. This mixer will include great music from some of Houston female performers. Vendors will also be…
Find out more »Women On The Bayou Poetry Slam at the Alley Theatre
Savannah Blue presents another edition of the Women On The Bayou Poetry Slam at the Alley Theatre. Twenty of the world’s top women poets from as far as New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta and more will be having an all-out word brawl. Some have been seen on TV One’s Verses and Flow and are ranked as top poets on the poetry circuit. Admission Tickets are $30; $25 for students; but limited discounted $15 tickets are available on a first come, first…
Find out more »Houston Lebanese Festival at Constellation Field Stadium
Discover the culture of Lebanon with authentic cuisine, live music, dance performances, shopping, and other entertainment at the Houston Lebanese Festival, held this year at Constellation Field Stadium. Admission Tickets start at $6.
Find out more »The International Houston Black Film Festival at NRG Center
Celebrate cultural diversity through visual storytelling at the International Houston Black Film Festival, which showcases a selection of features, shorts, documentaries, music videos, and experimental films created by artists from around the world. The three-day festival culminates with an award show and dinner, where a panel of judges will announce their choices for the top contenders. Admission Prices vary per day and event. Click here for more information.
Find out more »The International Houston Black Film Festival at NRG Center
Celebrate cultural diversity through visual storytelling at the International Houston Black Film Festival, which showcases a selection of features, shorts, documentaries, music videos, and experimental films created by artists from around the world. The three-day festival culminates with an award show and dinner, where a panel of judges will announce their choices for the top contenders. Admission Prices vary per day and event. Click here for more information.
Find out more »Houston Museum of Natural Science: Discounted Exhibit Hall Admission
The Houston Museum of Natural Science is one of the most visited museums in the nation, with annual attendance reaching over 3.5 million. Through New Year's Eve, Tuesday, December 31, 2019, you can buy a voucher good for a $25 adult general admission ticket for $11.10 plus ticketing fee. Click here to order vouchers or for more information. Mumerous permanent exhibits include the McGovern Hall of the Americas, Cullen Hall of Gems and Minerals, Wiess Energy Hall, popular Hall of…
Find out more »Tomball German Heritage Festival in Old Town Tomball
Head to Old Town Tomball to enjoy a weekend filled with German culture and heritage, from traditional music and dance to food and drink. The family-friendly festival will offer a heritage center, four music stages, more than 200 street vendors, a wine and petting zoo, street performers, arts and crafts and more. Admission No cover. Click here more information.
Find out more »The International Houston Black Film Festival at NRG Center
Celebrate cultural diversity through visual storytelling at the International Houston Black Film Festival, which showcases a selection of features, shorts, documentaries, music videos, and experimental films created by artists from around the world. The three-day festival culminates with an award show and dinner, where a panel of judges will announce their choices for the top contenders. Admission Prices vary per day and event. Click here for more information.
Find out more »Tomball German Heritage Festival in Old Town Tomball
Head to Old Town Tomball to enjoy a weekend filled with German culture and heritage, from traditional music and dance to food and drink. The family-friendly festival will offer a heritage center, four music stages, more than 200 street vendors, a wine and petting zoo, street performers, arts and crafts and more. Admission No cover. Click here more information.
Find out more »Brazilian Food & Music Festival at Constellation Field Stadium
Experience the vibrant culture of Brazil with authentic cuisine, music, entertainment, and drinks during the Brazilian Food and Music Festival at Constellation Field Stadium. Try caipirinha, guarana, and other Brazilian cocktails available for purchase, browse crafts and vendors, explore Brazilian lingerie, meet talented chefs and musicians, and introduce kids to fun activities. VIP tickets include access to an exclusive area with comfortable seating, an authentic Brazilian meal, and a cash bar. The event benefits the Brazilian Women Foundation. Admission Tickets are…
Find out more »Tomball German Heritage Festival in Old Town Tomball
Head to Old Town Tomball to enjoy a weekend filled with German culture and heritage, from traditional music and dance to food and drink. The family-friendly festival will offer a heritage center, four music stages, more than 200 street vendors, a wine and petting zoo, street performers, arts and crafts and more. Admission No cover. Click here more information.
Find out more »Death by Natural Causes at Houston Museum of Natural Science
The things you fear are the least of your worries, as the Death by Natural Causes exhibit demonstrates. It showcases the range of “animal, vegetable, and mineral” dangers that lurk in their everyday lives. Through a collection of specimens, text and interactives, visitors can see what can cause a death, either directly or indirectly, from the natural world. Poisonous, venomous and toxic are just a few of the terms that will be clarified, and things you interact with almost daily…
Find out more »2nd Annual Southeast Texas Bigfoot Conference at Walker County Fairgrounds
The Southeast Texas Bigfoot Conference returns to Walker County Fairgrounds in Huntsville for its second year, celebrating all things Sasquatch. In addition to knowledgeable speakers and television personalities, with expertise on Bigfoot and the paranormal, the event also features loads of food, vendors, a children's activity center, a Bigfoot-calling contest, and more. Admission Tickets start at $20; $10 for ages 6 to 12; free for ages 5 and under. Additional tickets are available for special dinner packages. Click here to order tickets or for more…
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