Events for Saturday, July 20, 2019
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8:00 am
Sandcastle Building Demonstration & Lessons at Galveston’s Stewart Beach
Learn to build your own sandcastle creations from a professional sandcastle builder. The instructor will build a sandcastle in the morning from 8am to 11am. Lessons follow at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm. Limited equipment will be available, but participants should consider bringing their own sand buckets and shovels. Click here for more information about visiting Stewart
Find out more »Houston World Series of Dog Shows at NRG Center
Come, sit, and stay at the Houston World Series of Dog Shows, where more than 150 different breeds will compete in a variety of competitions throughout the week, ending with the “Best in Show” award. Events include flyball, creative grooming, a frisbee exhibition, and canine musical freestyle, where dogs perform a choreographed dance alongside their
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Pilates in the Park at Evelyn’s Park
Bring your mat, towel, and water to learn the basics of Pilates during a free class led by instructors from Pure Body Studio at Evelyn’s Park. Admission Free to attend. Click here for more information.
Find out more »Houston Center for Photography Workshop at Levy Park
Learn the basics of photography every first and third Saturday of the month at Levy Park. In this workshop, participants will focus on understanding and controlling light. Admission Free to attend. Click here for more information.
Find out more »9:15 am
Apollo 11 50th Live at Space Center Houston
Apollo 11 50th Live is an all-day lunar celebration and countdown to Neil Armstrong’s first steps on the Moon. Discover an array of space-themed experiences including late-night NASA Tram Tours, notable speakers, book signings, an outdoor festival featuring music from Walk the Moon, a family STEM zone, and more. The opening ceremony kicks off at
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Star Wars Meet-and-Greet & Moon Landing Screening at Children’s Museum of Houston
Meet all of your favorite Star Wars characters including Leia and Kylo Ren at Children's Museum of Houston. At 2:30pm and 3:30pm, you can watch the television broadcast of the first person on the moon. Admission Included with general admission to the museum. Click here for more information.
Find out more »Wall of Death at Republic Harley-Davidson
Republic Harley-Davidson hosts Rhett Rotten and his Wall of Death for three days. Experience the thrill-seeking, wall trembling amusement for all ages as Rhett rides his vintage motorcycles around a wooden cylinder known as the Wall of Death. Attendees can also register to win $5000 in the store's July giveaway. The giveaway ends on Wednesday,
Find out more »Apollo Day at George Observatory
George Observatory celebrates the past, present, and future of moon landings, with a program of speakers and stellar activities. Discovery Dome shows will focus on the moon. Since the moon will rise too late for viewing, telescopes will show planets and deep space objects. Since stargazing is weather dependent, tickets may only be purchased in-person. In
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You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown at MATCH
Main Street Theater’s Theater for Youth presents You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown, a full musical based on the classic comic strip. Join the entire Peanuts gang – Linus, Lucy, Schroeder, Sally, Snoopy and, of course, Charlie Brown – in a series of vignettes that highlight the highs and lows of Charles Schulz’s iconic characters.
Find out more »Houston Brunch Festival at Isle Eatery & Rhum Bar
Head to Isle Eatery and Rum Bar for Houston Brunch Festival, featuring a best brunch bite competition, celebrity judges, live entertainment, drinks and more. Admission Tickets are $15 for general admission; $45 for VIP. But limited discounted $7.50 tickets are available for general admission; $22.50 for VIP. Click here to check for discounted tickets.
Find out more »Chain-Making Workshop at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft
Join HCCC for a chain-making workshop inspired by their summer exhibition, Tiff Massey: A Different World. Former resident artist and HCCC staff member Tarina Frank will lead an introductory workshop exploring simple chain-making processes. Admission Registration fee is $75 for HCCC members and $90 for nonmembers. Click here for more information.
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Love & Make’s Bath Bomb Making Workshop in Rice Village
Spend part of your Saturday learning how to make bath bombs. The great smelling, spa-like treats are a burst of fizzy fun for the bath. At this workshop, Love & Make instructors will teach the basics of bath bomb construction, including adding essential oils and experimenting with fun colors. The workshop is a unique DIY activity for
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2:30 pm
The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston presents A Topsy Turvy Mikado at The Hobby Center
The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston presents the comic opera, A Topsy Turvy Mikado, at Zilkah Hall at The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. The Society's long-standing artistic director, Alistair Donkin, produces a new take on one of G&S' most popular opera's The Mikado while keeping the music and songs beloved by generations.
Find out more »Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express at the Alley Theatre
Summer Chills returns to the Alley with, Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient, the classic mystery that finds Belgian detective Hercule Poirot aboard the famed Orient Express train with a killer in his midst. This enduring mystery is one of the greats of the genre, and this version has been adapted by Ken Ludwig, the
Find out more »The Doyle & Debbie Show at Stages Repertory Theatre
Stages Repertory Theatre stages The Doyle and Debbie Show, written by Bruce Arnston. After failed marriages and tabloid scandals, singer Doyle Mayfield recruits a new singing partner—also his third Debbi —in an attempt to regain his former stardom. But when Debbie’s star starts to rise, the comeback becomes a setback for this has-been legend. Featuring
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Houston Gospel Fest 2019 at Enlighten Soul Event Center
Houston Gospel Fest 2019 comes to Enlighten Soul Event Center, showcasing gospel music acts from around the world, plus some of Houston’s best vendors. This event raises funds to feed homeless people in Greater Houston. Admission Tickets are $20, but limited discounted $10 tickets are available. Click here to check for discounted tickets.
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2019 Trap Wine Fest at Jones Plaza
The 2nd Annual Trap Wine Fest will feature plenty of live music, DJs, vendors, games, drinks, and more at Jones Plaza. Admission Tickets start at $15. Click here for more information.
Find out more »5:35 pm
Sugar Land Skeeters vs. Southern Maryland Blue Crabs at Constellation Field
Cheer on the Sugar Land Skeeters as they face off against the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs at Constellation Field. Admission Tickets range from $8 to $45. Click here for more information. This Boosted Calendar Listing was sponsored by Visit Sugar Land. These are expanded beyond our basic listings, featuring event graphics and images and more detailed information.
Find out more »6:00 pm
A Giant Leap: 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing at Discovery Green
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the epic Apollo 11 mission to the moon with A Giant Leap, a family-friendly event, at Discovery Green. Featured will be a paratrooper landing by the US Army Golden Knights, exhibitions from the Johnson Space Center, Lone Star Flight Museum, commentary by Douglas Brinkley, author of American Moonshot, and a screening
Find out more »Flea by Night at Discovery Green
Shop for everything from art to furniture and collectibles from a variety of vendors while enjoying live music and food trucks during Discovery Green’s Flea by Night. Admission No cover. Click here for more information.
Find out more »Korn & Alice in Chains in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Jam out during a live show by two legendary hard rock groups, Korn and Alice in Chains, when they take the stage at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands. Admission Tickets start at $29.50, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site.
Find out more »6:10 pm
Houston Astros vs. Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park
Cheer on the 'Stros as they play against the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park. Sunday, July 21 will be Superhero Day and will include plenty of kids activities. Admission Tickets start at $25, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork's resale market.
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Galactic Remix: A KPOP Dance Off at Viet Nom Noms
Cosmic Creature Chocolate Company and Viet Nom Noms present Galactic Remix, a night of dancing, K-pop music, food, fun, and chocolate. Teams of dancers have signed up and are ready to bring down the house, while a DJ spins Korean pop music, competing for the title of "Best K-pop dance team in Houston." There will
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FC Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid at NRG Stadium
Two European powerhouses arrive in Houston for a friendly match featuring Madrid's newest signing Eden Hazard, Bayern's Thomas Müller, Robert Lewandowski, and Manuel Neuer. Admission Tickets range from $65 to over $400, but you may find better, cheaper, or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace.
Find out more »Grand Tour of the Moon by David Kring & WindSync Concert at Houston Museum of Natural Science
Tour the Moon exhibition with space exploration scientist Dr. David Kring of the Lunar and Planetary Institute as your guide at Houston Museum of Natural Science. The evening will conclude with a performance by WindSync, an award-winning wind quintet, who will play a piece commissioned to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. Admission
Find out more »Apollo 50 featuring Mothership: Tribute to Led Zeppelin & Eclipse: Tribute to Journey
Rock out to the music of Led Zeppelin and Journey on the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with tribute acts, Mothership and Eclipse at House of Blues. Doors at 7pm. Show at 8pm. Get Free Tickets You can get two free tickets if you RSVP by Friday, July 19, 2019. Click here to RSVP
Find out more »After Dark at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
In the Nature Revealed: After Dark event, you'll learn about Houston’s wild nightlife in class and out on the trails at Houston Arboretum. Eavesdrop on an amorous owl couple, learn about the deadly secret of fireflies, and see glow in the dark scorpions. Admission Tickets are $20 per members and $35 for nonmembers. Click here
Find out more »Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears in Concert at The Heights Theater
Black Joe Lewis, an American blues, funk and soul artist, and his band perform live at The Heights Theatre. Walker Lukens opens the show. Admission Tickets range from $20 to $36. Click here for more information.
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Feelin’ Groovy 5 at The Music Box Theater
The musical cabaret team at The Music Box Theater in Upper Kirby present Feelin' Groovy 5, their fifth edition of songs from the '60s and '70s. Admission Tickets start at $31.50, but limited discounted $15.50 tickets are available for select shows. Click here to check for discounted tickets.
Find out more »Private Lives at Main Street Theater
Noel Coward’s classic comedy about Elyot and Amanda, once married to each other now divorced, who cross paths with each other while on their honeymoon with new spouses lights up Main Street’s stage this summer. Expect wit and stinging barbs as chaos ensues for this quartet of characters. Admission Tickets start at $36.
Find out more »Houston Symphony presents Harry Potter & the Order of the Phoenix Movie Screening with Live Score at Jones Hall
Relive the magic of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix when it’s shown on the big screen accompanied by live music from the Houston Symphony at Jones Hall. Admission Tickets start at $34, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site.
Find out more »50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing Celebration at Sugar Land Town Square
In honor of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, Sugar Land Town Square hosts a celebration in the plaza. The event includes special pre-recorded video message from the International Space Station and a short documentary recounting the historic moon landing and Houston’s role in the historic event. Activities also include a screening of the
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Josephine Tonight at the Ensemble Theatre
A musical biography of showbiz legend Josephine Baker, Josephine Tonight draws on the early life of the internationally known singer, actress, and nightclub sensation who wowed audiences in America and Europe in the first quarter of the 20th Century. It reveals the relationship of the young Josephine and her laundress mother who steers her toward success and
Find out more »The Catastrophic Theatre presents Speeding Motorcycle at MATCH
The Catastrophic Theatre presents the return of one of its all-time favorite shows, Speeding Motorcycle, with words and music by Daniel Johnston. The show takes audiences deep into the astounding, hilarious, and heartbreaking world of one of America’s most compelling cult musicians, Daniel Johnston. The original rock opera, based entirely on Johnston's songs, was originally performed
Find out more »Movie Nite on The Strand: First Man at Saengerfest Park
Cozy up in the Strand District for a free screening of First Man, the dramatic retelling of America's risky mission to the moon, starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Academy Award-winner Damien Chazelle Bring chairs, blankets and pillows to take in the free family-friendly movie under the stars. Admission The movie is free. Click here
Find out more »Woyzeck at The Rec Room
The Downtown arts organization wraps its 2018 to 2019 season with a fresh take on the 19th-century tragedy, Woyzeck. Originally the story of a soldier who stabs his girlfriend in a fit of jealousy, this world-premiere adaption sets the piece in a modern-day suburban setting, unearthing themes about how technology has shaped our lives, how
Find out more »Museum of Dysfunction XI at Studio 101
Mildred’s Umbrella presents the latest installment of its popular annual series that spotlights new works, Museum of Dysfunction XI. The 20 short plays that were selected allow audiences to see unique stories each week of the festival. Admission Tickets are pay-what-you-can.
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Seussical the Musical at Miller Outdoor Theatre
TUTS presents this musical mash-up featuring many beloved Dr. Seuss characters, Seussical the Musical at Miller Outdoor Theatre. Audiences will travel from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGarkus to the invisible world of the Whos. The family-friendly show is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Admission Free to attend. Click here for
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Alicia Villarreal in Concert at Arena Theatre
The legendary singer from Monterrey, Mexico, Alicia Villareal performs live at Arena Theatre. Admission Tickets start at $35. Click here for more information.
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Jared & The Mill in Concert at The Rustic
Catch a live show from the Arizona country 5-piece band, Jared & The Mill at The Rustic. Admission This event is free with RSVP. Click here for more information.
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DJ Toy Armada at Rich’s Houston
International DJ, producer, and remixer, Toy Armada plays hits by Kylie Minogue, Cher, Taylor Swift, and more at the LGBTQ nightclub, Rich's Houston. Admission Tickets are $12 for presale and $15 at the door. Click here for more information.
Find out more »11:30 pm
Decadence: Late Night Gatsby Party at Prohibition Theatre
Inspired by the art deco hotels and grand cafes of the 1920s, Prohibition Supperclub and Bar is a step back in time to when the parties were grander and life was a cabaret. This summer, it is throwing a Decadence, a weekly Saturday night party inspired by The Great Gatsby. Attendees are encouraged to wear
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