
Find the can’t-miss events in Houston with our Day + Nightlife Guide from Monday, February 3 to Sunday, February 9, 2025.
We’ve got you covered all week long with our in-the-know list of social nightlife events—including comedy, music, and art—happening around Houston.
Day + Nightlife Guide in Houston This Week: February 3 to 9, 2025
Events are not ranked but are listed in chronological order, by start date and time and then by end date and time. Festivals, shows and events that span multiple days are listed first in our Ongoing section.
Ongoing
Monthly Tasting Menu Series: Veracruz at Caracol | Ends Saturday – Uptown’s coastal Mexican eatery continues its monthly tasting menu series with a focus on Veracruz, the Gulf of Mexico region known for vibrant cuisine with European, Afro-Cuban and indigenous influences. $70; optional beverage pairings for $30. Times vary.
Comedian Kyle Kinane at Punch Line Houston | Thursday to Saturday – Seen on Conan, The Tonight Show, Netflix’s The Standups, and 3 of his own hour-length specials on Comedy Central, the comic brings his wit and observations to Downtown for 5 shows. $38 and up. Times vary.
Cirque du Soleil: Echo at Sam Houston Race Park | Opens Thursday | Ongoing – The world-renowned Cirque du Soleil debuts Echo, a brand-new production blending its signature acrobatics, captivating visuals, and enchanting characters. $60 and up, but you may find cheaper or better seats on the TicketNetwork resale market and save 20% off your tickets with promo code HOUSTON20. Showtimes vary.
Comedian Ismo at Houston Improv | Friday & Saturday – “The most insightful comic in Finland”, and now-U.S. resident, brings his Woo-Hoo! World Tour to the Improv stage for 4 shows. $50 for 2 shows. Times vary.
Mulholland Drive Movie Screening at MFAH | Friday & Sunday – The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston pays tribute to the recently departed filmmaker David Lynch, screening one of his most acclaimed films (2001, R) on 35mm in tribute. $9; $7 students with ID, ages 65+, and members. Times vary.
Houston Symphony: Viva Italia! Opera Beyond Words at Jones Hall | Friday & Sunday –The symphony presents a treasure trove of overtures and interludes from Madama Butterfly, Macbeth, and more, capped off by Rossini’s famous William Tell Overture. $55 and up. Showtimes vary.
The Catastrophic Theatre: Miss LaRaj’s House of Dystopian Futures at MATCH | Opens Friday | Ongoing – Catastrophic rolls out post-apocalyptic riff on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, featuring Miss LaRaj, a wise and wisecracking Mutha of the New World Order. Showtimes vary.
Seared at The Alley Theatre | Opens Friday | Ongoing –Alley serves up a spicy comedy of culinary chaos when artistic vision clashes with the hard realities of the restaurant business. $53 and up. Showtimes vary.
Monday, February 3, 2025
Comedian Tom Green at The Heights Theater – The comic best known for The Tom Green Show during MTV’s ’90s hey day, plus the films Freddy Got Fingered and Road Trip, brings his Home to the Country Tour to the Heights stage. $35 and up 8pm.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Lyle Lovett & His Acoustic Group in Concert at The Grand 1894 Opera House – Texas and island favorite, Houston-born singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett returns to the Grand 1894 Opera House for a live show with His Acoustic Group. $38 and up. 7:30pm.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
MJ Lenderman in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The rock singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from North Carolina brings his And the Wind Tour to WOMH’s downstairs stage. Wild Pink opens. First run tickets are sold out, but you can likely find resale tickets and also save 20% off your tickets with promo code HOUSTON20. 7pm.
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Hope, Resistance & Torture: The Role of Music During the Holocaust at Holocaust Museum Houston | FREE with RSVP – American flutist and sociomusicologist Dr. Christine Beard presents a talk and recital highlighting how music was used as both a strength for and a weapon against interned prisoners in WWII concentration camps. RSVP required. 6:30pm.
Zine Falastini presents Palestinian Poetry Reading at Basket Books & Art | FREE – The Montrose shop hosts an evening of Palestinian poetry readings with Ibrahim Badshah and Dr. Fady Joudah, presented with support from Houston Jewish Voice for Peace and Palestinian Youth Movement. 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
To Go Past Slavery: Rupture & Rapture in Joe Overstreet’s Senegal Paintings Talk at The Menil Collection | FREE – Dr. Richard Hylton of SOAS, London, discusses how Joe Overstreet’s work intertwines abstraction with themes of liberation and the Black Diasporic experience. 7pm.
Imperfect Strangers: Meet, Dine, Connect at a Secret Location – Dine with like-minded strangers, play icebreaker games, enjoy tasty food, at a meal meetup paired with table mates based on your advance questionnaire. $21 entry; food and drink paid by you after the meal. 7pm.
Dragon Resort in Concert, with Midnight Beverage and Fern & Rocket at Dan Electro’s – Houston rock outfit Dragon Resort headlines a night of local talent at this week’s Thirsty Thursday in the Heights. 7pm to 11pm.
Zoë Keating in Concert at The Heights Theater – The Canadian-born composer and cellist performer, known for “swoon inducing” music mixing old with new, including samples of her own works, performs an intimate show on the Heights stage. $22 and up. 8pm.
BayFaction in Concert at The Secret Group – After a pandemic-prompted hiatus, “your favorite band you haven’t heard of yet” began touring again last year, selling out shows across the U.S. $20 and up. 8pm.
Short Film Screening & Filmmaker Mixer at Brasil | No Cover – Houston Film Commission hosts an evening of short films on Brasil’s back patio in Montrose. 8pm to 10pm.
Friday, February 7, 2025
Black History Month Celebration at Trebly Park | FREE – Enjoy an evening of art, music, and culture, featuring African Arts: The Re-Education Project workshops by Dance Afrikana and Kucheza Ngoma Dance Company’s Pan-African Passport performance. 6pm to 8pm.
Candlelight: Tribute to Luis Miguel on Strings at Resurrection MCC – Hear the music of Luis Miguel in an all new light as the Divisi String Quartet quarter performs his hits lit by hundred of glowing candles in the Heights. $30 and up. 6:30pm.
Christian Lee Hutson in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The alternative indie singer-songwriter known for his albums, Beginners, Quitters and Paradise Pop, performs upstairs at WOMH. $18. 7pm.
Mixers & Elixirs: Atoms & Attractions at Houston Museum of Natural Science – Chemistry sparks connections when the HMNS’ popular mixer returns for February, welcoming singles to mingle in an electrifying atmosphere, with cocktails, food, dancing, movies, and more. $25; $20 members. 7pm to 11pm.
Love You to Death: An Art Show Dedicated to Love & Loss at Insomnia Gallery in Hardy & Nance Studios | FREE – Back for its eighth year, the art show is dedicated to love, loss, and everything in between with works by 40+ local artists and photographers. Explore Hardy and Nance’s many curious open studies while you’re there. 7pm to 11pm.
Shake Russell Live Set at Anderson Fair Retail Restaurant – The Texas singer-songwriter brings his Americana folk rock to Montrose for an intimate night of live sets. $25. 7pm to 11pm.
DaCamera: New York Philharmonic String Quartet in Concert at The Hobby Center – Long time DaCamera favorites return to Houston for a rare quartet performance. $46 and up. 7:30pm.
Viva el Amor Concert at MECA – MECA hosts an evening concert of classic Norteño songs that shaped generations, including timeless hits like “La Puerta Negra,” “Alma Enamorada,” and “Hay Ojitos.” $20. 7:30pm.
Sinach in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – Africa’s most-streamed gospel artist, best known for her song “Way Maker,” comes to the Sugar Land stage for one night only. $96 and up. 8pm.
An Evening with Jason Wade of Lifehouse at The Heights Theater – The L.A-based band’s frontman comes to Houston for an evening of acoustic tracks both familiar and lesser heard. $34 and up. 8pm.
Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Rihanna at Resurrection MCC – The Listeso String Quartet plays a 60-minute tribute to the legendary Barbadian pop star, featuring “Umbrella,” “We Found Love,” and “Pon de Replay.” $34.50. 8:30pm.
Emo Nite at Warehouse Live Midtown – Get in mood mode at a night of showcasing emo classics, dancing, and more. $16. 9pm.
Love Club at Barbarella – Fall in love on the dance floor at a night of 2000s and 2010s party anthems, club hits, pop bops, and more. $13. 9:30pm to 2am.
Saturday, February 8, 2025
2025 Queso Bowl Eureka Heights Brew Co. | FREE – In advance of Sunday’s big game, Eureka Heights hosts a queso tasting championship. Noon to 4pm.
ROCO In Concert: Courageous at the Church of St. John the Divine – ROCO’s full 40-piece chamber orchestra performs original commissions inspired by AI and last year’s solar eclipse, along with Ludwig van Beethoven‘s passionate Symphony No. 7. Pay-What-You-Wish. 5pm.
Galveston ArtWalk on Market Street | FREE – Stroll through galleries, shops, and pop-up exhibits, enjoying the historic streets’ lively atmosphere, finding unique art pieces, and meeting talented creators. 5pm to 9pm.
Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Queen at Resurrection MCC – The Divisi String Quartet performs classic Queen hits like “I Want to Break Free,” “We Will Rock You,” “Radio Ga Ga,” and “Bohemian Rhapsody” under the glow of candlelight. $33 and up. Future dates available. 6:30pm.
Dhruv in Concert at House of Blues – The British-born Indian singer-songwriter, known for his Tiktok hit “Double Take,” performs on the Downtown stage. $25. 7pm.
Cash Cab’s Ben Bailey at The Secret Group – In addition to having driven the Cab Cab TV series for 550+ episodes, Bailey has been a mainstay comic at clubs in L.A., NYC and around the world. $25. 7pm.
Performing Arts Houston: Ballet Folklorico de Mexico: De Amalia Hernandez at Jones Hall – Founded in 1952, Mexico’s most revered traditional dance company brings the music, dance, and costumes of Mexican folklore to Houston. $39 and up. 7:30pm.
Comedian Martin Lawrence: Y’all Know What It Is Tour at Toyota Center – The legendary comic brings an all-new stand-up show and fresh set, featuring special guests Rickey Smiley, Adele Givens & Benji Brown. $49. 8pm.
Yonder Mountain String Band in Concert at The Heights Theater – The roots music heavyweight, and key player in the progressive jamgrass movement, brings their rich musical legacy to the Heights stage. Staying on theme, Mountain Natives open. 8pm. $38.
UpDating at House of Blues – The most raw, traveling dating show in existence, hosted by comedian Brandon Berman, brings the reality experience to Downtown Houston. $35 and up. 8pm.
Dark Entries: Troller, Gleaming & Rael’s Pink Angels in Concert at Axelrad Beer Garden | FREE – The Midtown mainstay hosts a night of atmospheric and intoxicating sounds of electronic music, featuring a curated selection of darkwave, synthwave, and post-punk classics. 8pm to 11pm.
Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at Resurrection MCC – The Divisi String Quartet performs a 60-minute string concert by candlelight, featuring songs like Coldplay’s “Clocks” and “Fix You” and Imagine Dragons’ “Radioactive” and “Nice to Meet You.” Future dates available. $33 and up. 8:30pm.
Sunday, February 9, 2025
Super Sunday Tailgate Party at Stesti Food Hall & Beer Garden | No Cover – Get pumped for Super Bowl LIX with game day specials, seating, and more. Noon to 10pm.
Houston Rockets vs. Toronto Raptors at Toyota Center – The Rockets face off against the boys from T.O. in Downtown, with a special Kids Day promotion. $10 and up. 1pm.
Strangelove: A Valloween Market at Bad Astronaut Brewing | No Cover – Thorn & Moon hosts a Valentine/Halloween mashup with local artists & magickal vendors offering jewelry, spooky art, candles, oddities & more. 1pm to 6pm.
Sunday Resident: Griffin Swank & the Hubble Space Parade at Dan Electro’s | No Cover – Houston rocker Griffin Swank and NASA-inspired band performs live for a Sunday Funday in the Heights. 2:30pm to 5:30pm.
Old School: Casablanca Movie Screening at River Oaks Theatre – The recently restored movie house screens the 1942 classic starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Paul Henreid about a cynical American expatriate meets a former lover, with unforeseen complications. $11.11. 3pm.
Houston Toy Museum: Lego Night at North Shepherd Brewing –Build your own Lego set, solo or with friends, at a group build event brought by Houston Toy Museum. Be sure to order to order your set in advance, that you can build and take home $9.99 and up. 4pm to 7pm.
Big Game Bash 2025 & Pre-Party at Wakefield Crowbar | No Cover – Watch the Kansas City Chiefs face off against the Philadelphia Eagles in Garden Oaks. Preparty at 1pm; main event from 5:30pm to 9pm.
Real Estate in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The indie rock band out of Brooklyn More Tour known for “Talking Backwards,” “Hard to Hear” and “Darling” plays the downstairs stage.$25. 7pm.
Michelle in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – Meanwhile, NYC’s 6-piece indie pop collective take to WOMH’s upstairs stage in support of their latest album Songs About You Specifically. Ayoni opens. $22. 7pm.

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