Get a Nightlife: January 17 to 23, 2022

Updated Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 5:55pm.

Find the can’t-miss events in Houston with our Day + Nightlife Guide for MLK Day, Monday, January 17, 2021 through Sunday, January 13, 2022.

Your favorite nightlife guide is back to cure your weekly FOMO. We’ve got you covered with our in-the-know list of comedy, music, and nightlife events happening all week long around Houston, from Monday through Sunday.

Here are our picks for Day & Nightlife shenanigans around Houston from Monday, January 17 to Sunday, January 23, 2022.

Day + Nightlife Guide in Houston: January 17 to 23, 2022

Ongoing

• Galveston Restaurant Week | Daily – The culinary bonanza returns to the island for another year of breakfast, lunch and dinner menus at attractive price points from more than 40 restaurants. From beach-side Gulf dining and upscale steakhouses to messy burgers and hearty gumbos, Galveston has plenty to offer during Restaurant Weeks, which runs to Sunday, February 13. $20 to $45 for dinners; $10 to $20 for breakfasts, brunches and lunches. Times vary.
• Elton John in Concert at Toyota Center | Friday, January 21 & Saturday, January 22 – Picking up his farewell tour where he left off last summer, the legendary piano man plays back-to-back sets featuring all of the sing-along hits fans have come to know and love. $69.50 to $249.50, but you may find cheaper, better or hard-to-get seats on the online resale market. 8pm both nights.

MLK Day, Monday, January 17, 2022 

• Betty White Birthday Bash at Angel Share | MLK Day, Monday, January 17 | No Cover – Raise a cocktail featuring the charming face of the iconic and recently departed Betty White at a special Monday event honoring her 100th birthday in Downtown. Happy hour all day. 4pm to midnight.
• Across the Universe Movie Screening at Axelrad | No Cover – If you’re still riding the high of Beatle Mania from the recent documentary, then catch a screening of the 2007 musical romance film, Across the Universe, and sing along to your favorite Beatles songs while you sip on offerings from Axelrad. 7:30pm.
• Monday Night Karaoke at Darwin’s Pub | No Cover – If you want to show off your falsetto and sing to a crowd, Darwin’s Pub near Washington Avenue has you covered on Monday nights. John Puma hosts a jam-packed night of performances for anyone ready to hop on stage. 8:30pm.

Tuesday, January 18, 2022 

• Set It Off in Concert at House of Blues – The pop rock group from Tampa swings through Downtown’s House of Blues to support their newest studio album release, Elsewhere. $27. 5:30pm.
• LetsDoThisHouston’s The H-Town Night Light Bike Ride – Starting off from Third Ward Tours, vibe to an all-H-Town artist playlist, celebrating Houston’s music culture while riding around the city on LED light bikes. $11.91; $ with bike rental. 7pm.
• An Evening with Allen Stone at White Oak Music Hall – The blue-eyed soul musician, who recently released his fifth studio album, Apart, comes to the downstairs stage at White Oak. Tickets are sold out at the venue, but you may find hard-to-get tickets using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 7pm.
• Tacos & Trivia Tuesday at True Anomaly Brewing | No Cover – Join in for a game trivia with rounds focusing on general knowledge, visual cues, outer space, and more. First, second, and third place winners score gift cards and beer to-go. 7:30pm.

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

• Live Trivia Game Nights at Eureka Heights Brew Co. | No Cover – Showcase your general knowledge superiority at the Greater Heights breweries weekly trivia challenge. 7pm.
• Music Bingo at Southern Star Brewing Company | No Cover – Craft Quiz Co. heads up an evening of music-inspired bingo in Conroe. 7pm to 10pm.
• Comedian Josh Pray at Houston Improv – Known for his positive energy and hilarious insights, up and coming social media sensation Josh Pray takes to the stage for a single night. Starts at $40 for 2. 8pm.

Thursday, January 20, 2022 

• Lettuce in Concert at House of Blues – The Boston funk band, Lettuce, plays hits from its 20+ year career in Downtown. $25. 7pm.
• Beetle Thursday at The Continental Club – Get back and bask in the sounds of the lads from Liverpool when Houston’s Beatles cover band takes over the MidMain venue. $10. 7pm to 10pm.
• Bryce Vine at Warehouse Live – The EaDo venue hosts the rapper known for his platinum-selling singles “Drew Barrymore” and “La La Land” from his debut studio album, Carnival. $30; $35 at the door. 8pm.
• Rebirth Brass Band with Tomar & the FCs at Warehouse Live – The boys from New Orleans bring their big, larger-than-life NOLA sound and spirit to H-Town, with Tomar and the FCs opening. $20 in advance; $22 day of show. 8pm.
• Tombz at Stereo Live Houston | FREE with RSVP – Dance into the wee hours of the night when the EDM and bass music DJ descends on the West Houston club. Free with RSVP; $5 for express entry. 10pm to 2am.

Friday, January 21, 2022 

• Mosaic Music Lounge at Discovery Green | FREE – Groove to tunes spun by DJs curated by DJ Sun under the trees and among the lights of Mosaic of Light at Discovery Green. Bring dollars and your ID to buy cocktails. 6pm to 9pm.
• A Barrel Aged Evening at Saint Arnold Brewing Company – Indulge at a buffet dinner that’s elevated by samplings of nine barrel-aged beers straight from the barrels, seasonal pours, a yet-to-be-released bottle, and more. $75. 7pm.
• Comedian Fortune Feimster: 2 Sweet 2 Salty Tour at Cullen Performance Hall – Known for her quick wit and starring in The Mindy Project, Fortune Feimster lands back in Houston at the main UH campus on her 2 Sweet 2 Salty Tour. $26.50 to $56.50. 7pm.
• The Garden in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The experimental rock duo of Wyatt and Fletcher Shears take the downstairs stage for a night of songs from their 2020 album, Kiss My Super Bowl Ring, and earlier works. First run tickets are sold out, but you may find hard-to-get tickets on the online resale market. 8pm.
• Comedian Gus Johnson at Hobby Center – With an online following that numbers in the millions, Gus Johnson has created a comedy career from hilarious character skits, music videos, and the Gus & Eddy Podcast with his longtime friend. $50.35 to $73.60, but you may find cheaper or better seats on the online resale marketplace. 8pm.
• The Spazmatics in Concert at Scout Bar – Texas’ most beloved ‘80s and early ‘90s character cover band returns to the Clear Lake area. $15. 10pm to 1am.
• Mr. Ease at Sekai Night & Day – DJ and musical artist Mr. Ease takes to the decks at the immersive audio-visual Vegas-style club tucked away by the Houston Graffiti Park in EaDo. $10. 10pm to 2am.

Saturday, January 22, 2022 

• 6th Annual Hops n’ Hot Sauce Festival at SpindleTap Brewery – Sample and taste spicy hot sauces, salsas, seasonings, jerky, and more from 65+ vendors. Plus take in hot pepper and pizza eating contests, live music and DJ tunes, kid-friendly activities, and more. $10; free for ages 12 and under. 11am to 6pm.
• Australia Day Celebration at Platypus Brewing | No Cover – Celebrate Oz with live music from The Wonderfolk, a throng-throwing competition, meat pie-eating contest, drinks, brews, and more. Noon to 11:45pm.
• Lunar New Year Wellness Night Market at Montrose Collective | No Cover – Montrose’s newest landmark welcomes a market highlighting vendors focused on yoga, physical therapy, and health, with food from AAPI-owned eateries like Dumpling Haus, Seaside Poke, and more. 5pm to 9pm.   
• Write About Now Poetry presents Slam Mania III at Rockefeller’s – See 16 local female poets and spoken word artists vie for the chance to represent H-Town at the national Women of the World Poetry Slam (WOMPS) Festival in Baltimore this spring. Starts at $10. 7pm to 1:30am.
• The New Beat with Guest DJ Pthalo at Etro Lounge | No Cover – Etro on Main in Downtown hosts its first new beat of 2022, featuring DJ Pthalo spinning ‘80s tracks and vids. 9pm to 2am.
• DJ Jeremy Nite at Sekai Night & Day – Jeremy Nite returns to the Sekai stage to spin while revelers dance into the night. 10pm to 2am.
• Borgeous at Stereo Live – The American house DJ takes to the decks at the West Houston EDM venue for a night of his latest music and work from a forthcoming album. $15. 10pm to 2am.

Sunday, January 23, 2022 

• The Montrose Market at Pavement | No Cover − Uncover vintage treasure as Montrose’s strip of vintage and hand-me-down shops expand out into the parking lot, featuring thrift finds, handmade jewelry, vintage tees, tie-dyed goods, and more. Noon to 6pm.
• Motown Tribute with Level One Band at Main Street Crossing − Level up your Sunday energy level when the Tomball music destination presents two shows by Level One, celebrating the rousing and soothing music of The Temptations, The Supremes, the Jackson 5, and more. Starts at $28. 3:30pm and 7:30pm.
• The 8th Wonder Comedy Hour at The Secret Group – Shake off the Sundays with a hilarious powerhouse of comics, this week headlined by Whiskey Brothers Podcast‘s Tre Tutson. $8 includes entry, an 8th Wonder beer, and a souvenir pint glass to take home. 6pm to 8pm.
• Movie Night: Ghostbusters Screening at La Calle Tacos at Bagby Park | FREE – Who you gonna call to join you for a free showing of the original 1984 supernatural comedy starring Bill Murray that started it all. The PG flick is free, tacos and drinks at La Calle are optional, but on you. 7pm.
• Sunday at Sekai Night & Day − Groove into the Monday holiday with late night Sunday Funday with tunes and vibes in EaDo. Cover TBD. 9pm to 2am.

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