Find the can’t-miss events in Houston with our Day + Nightlife Guide for Wednesday, October 24 to Sunday, October 28, 2018.
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The only thing we have to fear is the fear of missing out itself.
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Day + Nightlife Guide
Ongoing
- Comedian Anjelah Johnson at Houston Improv | Thursday to Sunday – Bust a gut when stand-up, actress, and internet sensation Anjelah Johnson plays multiple shows for her “More of Me” tour at Houston Improv. Tickets range from $40 to $60. Showtimes vary.
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
- Jazz Wednesdays at Axelrad | No Cover – The Axelrad beer garden hosts their Jazz Wednesdays every week with a dynamic rotation of local jazz musicians. 6:30pm.
- Wednesday Night Steak Night at West Alabama Ice House – West Alabama Ice House hosts a Steak Night where you can choose from an 8 oz. filet or 12 oz. ribeye with a loaded baked potato and mixed green salad. Cost of the dinner is $18. 7pm.
- The Lemon Twigs in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – See the indie rock band fronted by brothers Brian D’Addario and Michael D’Addario, The Lemon Twigs at White Oak Music Hall. Tickets are $15. 7pm.
- The Office Trivia: Halloween Episodes at Under the Radar Brewery | No Cover – Study up on those Halloween episodes of the hilarious show, The Office for a trivia night at Under the Radar Brewery. There will be prizes for the winners of every round, best team name, and best dressed Dunder Mifflin character. 7:30pm to 10:30pm.
- Comedy Open Mic at Liberty Station | No Cover – Join host Janan Araujo-Siam for 5-minute comedy sets, $3 PBR, $7 shot and beer specials and more at Liberty Station. Free to attend and to sign up. 8pm.
Thursday, October 25, 2018
- Girls Night Out: Twilight Market at Revolver Houston | No Cover – Shop Local hosts their Twilight Market where you can shop from plenty of local vendors and have a drink at the bar at Revolver Houston. 6pm.
- Hayes Carll in Concert at Avenida Houston | FREE – Head to Avenida Houston as the Party on the Plaza series continues with a concert from singer-songwriter Hayes Carll. 6pm to 9:45pm.
- Día de los Muertos: Lotería and Poker Night at Zydeco Louisiana Diner – Join The University of Houston Hispanic Alumni for a Dia de los Muertos celebration with food, drinks, Mexican bingo, poker, and prizes at Zydeco Louisiana Diner. Tickets are $15 for bingo; $20 for poker. 6:30pm to 9pm.
- Fall Pumpkin Succulent Planting Party at Onion Creek Cafe – Get crafty at the annual Fall Pumpkin Succulent Planting Party at Onion Creek Cafe in The Heights. Pumpkins, succulents, and planting materials will be provided. Tickets are $23. 7pm to 9pm.
- Harry Potter Trivia at Great Heights Brewing – Witches and wizards can come together for an evening of Harry Potter Trivia at Great Heights Brewing. Tickets start at $6. 7pm to 9:30pm.
- Jeff Plankenhorn in Concert at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck – Watch a performance from Americana artist, Jeff Plankenhorn at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck. Tickets start at $20. 7pm.
- Kero Kero Bonito in Concert at Satellite Bar – See the indie pop band Kero Kero Bonito with support from Tanikuchan at Satellite Bar in the East End. Tickets start at $12. 7pm.
- Medasin in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – See the electronic band, Medasin, when they come to town for their Irene Tour at White Oak Music Hall. Electronic Mantis opens the show. Tickets start at $15. 7pm.
- Back in the Gap Thursday: ’90s Night at Belle Station – Dress up in ’90s fashion as DJ Omix spins nothing but ’90s music at Belle Station on Midtown. Cover charge at the door. 8pm.
Friday, October 26, 2018
- Yappy Hour at Bagby Park | No Cover – Enjoy a pet-friendly happy hour at Bagby Park that features treats from Urban Tails, giveaways, contests, doggie yoga, and prizes. 4:30pm.
- KT Tunstall in Concert at The Heights Theater – The Scottish singer-songwriter and musician, KT Tunstall performs at The Heights Theater with support from Maddie Ross. Tickets are $99. 7pm.
- Halloween Howl2Go at The Westin at The Woodlands – Experience a high energy, interactive Dueling Piano show and come dressed in your best costume to dance to your favorite songs at the Halloween-themed Howl2Go party. The best costume will receive a $50 bar tab. Tickets are $45. 8pm to 10pm.
- Roy Orbison: The Hologram Tour in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – The In Dreams: Roy Orbison Hologram Tour will pair the rock hall singer with live orchestration at Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land. Tickets range from $19.50 to $85. 8pm.
- Cloud Nothings in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – Catch the indie rock band, Cloud Nothings, perform at White Oak Music Hall. Moths open the show. Tickets are $15. 8pm.
- Siempre Selena in Concert at The Pub Galleria – Hear songs like “Como la Flor” and “I Could Fall in Love” when the band, Siempre Selena, pays tribute to the Queen of Cumbia at The Pub Galleria. Cover charge at the door. 9pm.
- 54 at Prohibition Supperclub & Bar – Boogie over to Prohibition Theatre and get down with Houston’s brightest stars, The Moonlight Dolls, for the party of your life. This one-hour show is followed by two hours of disco dancing. Tickets are $20, but you may find limited discounted tickets for $10. 11pm.
Saturday, October 27, 2018
- Washington Dead Block Party at Clutch Bar Houston – From the guys who brought you The Mile Series, The Green Mile, and Cinco de Mile, they’re ready to break out another spooktacular event for you. Their first annual Washington Dead Block Party is sure to be a frightful fiasco of the best costumes, partying and mayhem. Tickets are $10, but you may find limited discounted tickets for $5.50. 10am to midnight.
- Halloween Pub Crawl in Downtown – Get in your costume and get ready to walk through the streets of Downtown for the Halloween Pub Crawl. The Halloween-themed crawl will feature drink specials at every bar and giveaways throughout the crawl. Tickets are $10. 3pm to 7pm.
- Houston HalloWeekend Bar Crawl at The Dogwood – Visit numerous venues throughout the evening while seeing the rest of the Halloween madness all over town at the HalloWeekend Bar Crawl. Head to The Dogwood to kick off the night, then walk the streets of Midtown and/or Downtown Houston in your costume. Tickets are $12, but you may find limited comp or tickets for $5. 4pm.
- Calaveras Y Diablitos Art Show at The Hardy & Nance Studio – East End Studio Gallery presents the Calaveras Y Diablitos group art show, a one-day art show in celebration of Hallows Eve, life and the afterlife at The Hardy & Nance Studios. 5pm to 9pm.
- Dia de los Muertos at Satellite Bar | No Cover – Satellite Bar in the East End hosts a Dia de los Muertos and Halloween-themed party featuring music from Space Kiddettes, Saints of Marfa, Videoteque and many more. 5pm.
- Crawl of Screams Halloween Bar Crawl – Haunt the streets of Houston in your costume and join other in the Crawl of Screams Halloween Bar Crawl. Participating bars include Handlebar, Revolver Houston, Fuego’s Saloon, Lincoln Bar, and Nettbar. Tickets start at $20. 5pm.
- Celt Beer Fest at University of St. Thomas – The University of St. Thomas (UST) hosts Houston’s first Celt Beer Fest, an evening showcases local craft breweries and the Celt Dog, UST’s signature hot dog. Each ticket purchased comes with eight 3-oz. pours from any of the breweries that are present, a Celt Dog from the concession stand, and a complimentary beer glass complete with the Celt Beer Fest Logo. Tickets are $35. 6pm to 10pm.
- 12th Annual Montrose Crawl | No Cover – Put on your Halloween costume and crawl to the bars and restaurants between Dunlavy and Montrose on Westheimer for the 12th Annual Montrose Crawl. 6pm.
- Brazilian Halloween Party at Capitol Bar Midtown – Capitol Bar in Midtown hosts a Brazilian Halloween Party complete with drinks, live music, a DJ, a costume contest, a Brazilian food. Tickets start at $10. 7pm.
- Halloween H2Whoa: Tribute Show and Costume Party at Axelrad | No Cover – Get your Halloween costumes ready and watch local Houston acts perform tributes to some to bands like The Cure, Buck Owens and Can at Axelrad. There will also be a Haunted House. 7:30pm.
- Spirits & Skeletons at Houston Museum of Natural Science – Dress up in costume, have a bite at a food truck, and enjoy a drink while your favorite hits are played by Supernova and DJ Dame Hype at the annual Spirits & Skeletons Halloween party at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Tickets are $25 for members and $50 for nonmembers. 8pm.
- Ghostland Observatory in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The Austin-based electro-dance group, Ghostland Observatory, provides a performance filled to the brim with infectious energy and irresistible dance rhythms. Tickets are $35. 8pm.
- Halloween Drag Party at Bar Boheme – Spend your Halloween weekend at the Halloween Drag Party featuring performances from local drag queens Chloe Knox, Cyn City, Chloe Crawford and more at Bar Boheme. There will also be a live DJ, a costume party and contest, drink specials, and $1000 in prizes. A reservation is required. 9pm.
- Saints & Sinners Halloween Soirée at Hotel Derek – Take your Halloween celebration to the next level when Hotel Derek hosts its Saints & Sinners Halloween Soirée. Expect dramatic decor, costumed performers, live music, drinks, dancing, costume contests, a VIP area and more. Tickets start at $35. 8pm.
- The Devil’s Ball at Prohibition Theater – The iconic art deco theater in Downtown is transformed into a hellish and decadent venue for Halloween fun. Costumes are mandatory, and there will be a contest contest at midnight for cash and prizes. Contestants must register by 11pm. Tickets start at $75, but limited discounted tickets start at $37.50. 10pm to 2am.
- Fear Babies: An Improvised Halloween Drinking Show at CSz Arena in EaDo – ComedySportz Houston hosts a spooky, Halloween-infused edition of its Beer Babies drinking improv show. The event is BYOB, no drinks will be served at the show, but you’re welcome to bring your own. Be sure to arrange for safe transportation. $14, but limited $7 tickets are available. 10:30pm.
Sunday, October 28, 2018
- Ciroc vs. Hennessy Festival at India House Houston – Enjoy food from 20 vendors, live music, specialty drinks with Ciroc and Hennessy, and plenty of activities at the Ciroc vs. Hennessy Festival at India House Houston. Tickets start at $10. 1pm to 9pm.
- The Long Island Boys at Prohibition Supperclub & Bar – The Long Island Boys have come together from far and wide to dazzle you with their charm, class, and courage. Dressed to impress and always happy to see their audience do the same, the international cast presents daring aerial and acrobatic performances, alongside award-worthy “boy-lesque” showmanship. Tickets are $25, but limited discounted $12.50 tickets are usually available. 6pm.
- St. Lucia in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – Catch a performance from St. Lucia as they come to town on the heels of their release Hyperion, at White Oak Music Hall. Tickets start at $25. 7:30pm.
- Jessie J in Concert at Warehouse Live – The pop singer, Jessie J, performs at Warehouse Live for “The R.O.S.E.” tour. Ro James and Kiana Ledé open the show. Tickets start at $37. 8pm.
- Platform Disco Sunday Night Fever at The Flat | No Cover – The Flat hosts a Sunday night with a collective of DJs playing rare cuts, b-sides and new edits of disco, funk, boogie, underground, and classic house. 9pm.
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