Find the can’t-miss events in Houston with our Day + Nightlife Guide from Monday, January 12 to Sunday, January 12, 2026.
Day + Nightlife Guide in Houston This Week: January 12 to 19, 2026
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 the Ongoing section.
Ongoing
Galveston Restaurant Week on Galveston Island | Daily | Ongoing – Try dishes from 25+ of the island’s best eateries on fixed price breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Locations, prices, and times vary. Learn more.
Disney’s Beauty & the Beast: The Musical at The Hobby Center | Tuesday to Sunday | Final Week – See the tale as old as time with songs you know by heart, like “Be Our Guest” and “Beauty and the Beast,” before it’s gone. $48+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Ishida Dance Company: Rara avis at Asia Society Texas Center | Thursday to Sunday – See a highly physical, visually stunning, and emotionally resonant program from Houston’s nationally acclaimed company. $25. Times vary. Get tickets.
Comedian Ali Wong at 713 Music Hall | Friday & Saturday – The comic and actress takes the Post Houston stage. $75+. 7pm both nights. Get tickets.
Performing Arts Houston: Ballet Hispánico New York at Wortham Center | Friday & Saturday – inspired by Bizet’s legendary opera, choreographer Gustavo Ramírez Sansano’s Carmen.maquia offers expressive movement and energy. $39+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Grace O’Malley at Punch Line Houston | Friday & Saturday – The NYC comic, podcast host and viral videographer for 3 shows. $32+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Drunk Shakespeare: Romeo & Juliet at Emerald Theater | Daily | Ongoing – See the Bard’s tale like never before, when one of the lead actors takes 5 shots of whiskey before launching into the tale of the star-crossed lovers. $39+. Times vary.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Faith & Family Night: Houston Rockets vs. Chicago Bulls at Toyota Center – Expect special faith and spirituality recognition and features as the Rockets battle the Bulls on home court. $14. 7pm. Get tickets.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Bordeaux at the Ballpark at Daikin Park – Spec’s hosts a curated wine tasting bringing spectacular the release of the highly acclaimed 2023 Vintagec Bordeaux wines to the ballpark for one night only. $156+. 6pm to 9pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Rory Scovel at The Heights Theater – The actor, comedian, and writer known for sharing unpredictable takes on Christianity, marriage, sex, and more brings his Know Your Enemy Tour to 19th Street. $38+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Guthrie Girls in Concert at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck – Daughters of folksinger Arlo Guthrie, Cathy and Sarah Lee Guthrie bring their blend of country and folk in a fresh, harmony-driven way to Upper Kirby. $41+. 6pm. Get tickets.
Everclear in Concert at House of Blues – The alt-indie band that rose out of PDX in the ’90s plays the Downtown music hall stage. $48+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Graham Barham in Concert at The Bronze Peacock Room in House of Blues – The Louisiana-born country pop singer-songwriter known for “Whiskey Whiskey” and “Bayou Boy” plays the venue’s upstairs stage. $27+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Breakout Thursday: Thrower & Valhalla in Concert at Warehouse Live Midtown – The hard rock, grunge, metal and punk bands rule the stage. $13. 7pm. Get tickets.
Salsa y Bachata Night at Post Houston | FREE – Join an evening of Latin dance lessons, social dancing, and tasty beverages. 7pm to 10pm. RSVP.
Sneed Quartet in Concert at Emmitt’s Place – Houston’s jazz foursome plays a lively night at the southwest Houston favorite. $10. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Oh, Hooray in Concert at The Continental Club – Wrapping up their first American tour, Houston’s local indie darling brings their eclectic melancholic and celebratory sound to Midtown. Juvenoia opens. $10+. 9pm. Get tickets.
Friday, January 16, 2026
Bordeaux Deconstructed Tasting at Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse – Explore 15 sommelier-selected wines from Bordeaux and beyond at a curated tasting. $95. 6pm. Get tickets.
Coffee Mug Painting Workshop at Archway Gallery – Archway member artist Gözde Kaya Hepişler leads a beginner-friendly pottery painting workshop. $60. 6pm. Get tickets.
Dessert Tasting at Barbacana – Indulge in an evening of curated desserts with pastry Chef Alyssa Dole. $65. 6pm to 9pm. Get tickets.
Parish Brewing Co. Beer Dinner at Grotto Downtown – Chef Josh Oakes crafts a 5-course feast designed to pair with beers from the Louisiana brewery. $99. 7pm. Get tickets.
MLK Podcast & Comedy Jam at The Collective Center – Houston comic Dave Lawson, writer for the Steve Harvey Morning Show, joins Funky Larry Jones for a night of community and laughs. $50+. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Candlelight Concert: The Lord of the Rings at Resurrection MCC – Hear the classic score of the Original Lord of the Rings trilogy on strings in a limited edition concert series. Future dates available. $28+. 6:30 and 8:45pm. Get tickets.
Emo Riot Night at Warehouse Live Midtown – Enjoy a night of music from Paramore, My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, Pierce the Veil, and more. $25+. 7pm. Get tickets.
The Immortal Ball at Warehouse Live Midtown – The touring goth alt-music takes over the rooftop club, 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Cirque Kalabanté at The Grand 1894 Opera House – Inspired by daily life in Guinea, the colorful show showcases the beauty, youth and artistry of African culture to the sounds of live Afro-Jazz, percussion, and kora. $31+. 8pm. Get tickets.
James McMurtry in Concert at The Heights Theater – The Texas musician plays the Heights stage. Curtis McMurtry and Diana Burgess join the show. $50+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Matt McCusker at Cullen Performance Hall – The Philadelphia-born comic, novelist, actor and podcast co-host with Shane Gillis comes to HTX. $37+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Courtney Patton Live at The Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe – The Texas singer-songwriter brings her emotional, poetic storytelling and blend of country, Americana, and folk to Galveston’s listening room. $31+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Rewind: The Ultimate 2000s Rave at White Oak Music Hall – Dust off your best ‘00s fit, grab your crew and get ready for a night of curated Y2K era bangers. $30. 8pm. Get tickets.
Houston Rockets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves at Toyota Center – The squad starts off the weekend with a late squaring-off against the boys from the North Star State. $26+. 8:30pm. Get tickets.
The Deadly Daggers Album Release Party at The Continental Club – Houston’s old school blues rock ‘n’ rollers celebrate the drop of their self-titled album. Jammers Bayou Saints and The Palookas open. $10+. 8:45pm. Get tickets.
Bassession Houston with Vampa at 9PM Music Venue – The heavy bass, dubstep, and riddim EDM tour brings Vampa, Hexx, Spira and more to Houston. $10+. 9pm to 2am. Get tickets.
Saturday, January 17, 2026
17th Annual Yaga’s Chili Quest & Beer Fest in Galveston’s Historic Strand District | No Cover – Enjoy chili competitions, public chili sampling, an Indoor Beer Fest brews and spirits tastings event, a 5K fun run, and more. Select prices and times vary. Get tickets.
Puerto Rican Festival del Lechón at Pearland Town Center – Expect live music and DJs spinning salsa reggaetón, lechón asado, tropical food and drinks, arts, vendors and more. $10+. Noon to 10pm. Get tickets.
Dolly Day at Truck Yard Houston | No Cover – Celebrate all things Dolly Parton at a family- and dog-friendly celebration with live music, a Dolly impersonator, food trucks, costume contests, and rhinestone magic in EaDo. Noon to midnight. Learn more.
11th Annual 10×10 Art Show & Third Saturday Open Studios at The Hardy & Nance Studios | FREE – The Downtown’s Warehouse District studio opens its doors for a showcase of original works, and resident artists open their doors. 2pm to 10pm. Get tickets.
3rd Annual Mix-Match: A Mixed Arts Festival at MATCH – Pick your programming from 20+ local performances by small and mid-sized arts companies, groups, and musicians. $15+. 2:30pm to 10pm. Get tickets.
Kingwood’s Back to the ’80s Fest at Town Center Park – Expect Dadbod Band covering ‘80s hits, biggest hair and best-dressed contests, food and cocktails, and more. 3pm to 9pm. Get tickets.
Heavy Metal Market & Oddities at Eighteen Ten Ojeman – Grave City spins vinyl the metal market, with Joaba’s Unfest 2 headlining the live music lineup. 4pm to 8pm. Get tickets
Bingo Night at Decant Urban Winery – Win wine, gift cards, seasonal items, and more in 10 games of bingo, helping Freedom Collective fight human trafficking. $25. 6pm. Get tickets.
The Jury Experience: Death by AI at Bayou Theatre – The audience decides who is responsible in a legal and morale dilemma. Who pays the price when a life is lost in a driverless car—the programmer, the passenger, or the machine itself? $71+. 6pm and 8:30pm. Get tickets.
Night at the MFAH: Fridamania! – Be among the first Houstonians to explore the new Frida: The Making of an Icon exhibit with live music, drinks, and more. $40. 6pm to 9pm. Get tickets.
Ghostface Killah in Concert at House of Blues – A key member of Wu-Tang Clan, Ghostface Killah plays a solo show in Downtown. $54+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Luis Lopez at The Riot Comedy Club – The New York club regular performs live in Montrose for 1 show. $28+. 7pm. Get tickets.
John O’Hurley: A Man With Standards at Doc’s Jazz Club – The actor known for playing Seinfeld’s J. Peterman gives a 90-minute retrospective on the songs of The Great American Songbook and shares musings from his eclectic life and career. $53+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Joe DeRosa at The Secret Group – Known for playing crooked veterinarian Dr. Caldera on AMC’s Better Call Saul, the veteran comic plays the EaDo box. $32+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer at Lone Star Flight Museum – Soak in Zimmer’s classic movie soundtracks—The Lion King, Pirates of the Caribbean, Gladiator, Dunkirk, and more—by candlelight. Future dates available. $68+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – Alpert’s new Tijuana Brass play old hits like “The Lonely Bull”, “Spanish Flea”, “Mexican Shuffle”, “Tiju~a Taxi”, and more. $47+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Deon Cole at Bayou Music Center – The comic and actor—best known from ABC’s Black-ish—brings his comedy to the Theater District. $54+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Whitney Hanson in Concert at The Heights Theater – The poet brings her signature verse paired with music from her debut EP to the Heights. $32+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Sergio Webb & Tim Grimm Live At The Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe – The celebrated songwriters—known for weaving vivid storytelling with rich, roots-driven musicianship—play the Galveston’s listening room stage. $26+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Boys Don’t Cry: A Tribute to The Cure at Numbers Nightclub – Embrace the alt-’80s in a live early show in the Montrose close. $25. 8pm to midnight. Get tickets.
Sunday, January 18, 2026
Sunday Funday: 1% Skynrd & Burn at Warehouse Live Midtown | No Cover – The Leonard Skynrd and Deep Purple cover bands keep the vibes up above Travis Street. 3pm. Get tickets.
Galveston Symphony Orchestra POPS ll: Danzas Y Sonidos at The Grand 1894 Opera House – Folkloric dancers join the symphony for a program of mariachi and the spectrum of Mexican music to today. $20+. 4pm. Get tickets.
City Night & Jabari Smith, Jr. Bobblehead Giveaway: Houston Rockets vs. New Orleans Pelicans at Toyota Center – The team wears their crisp, clean white H-Town City uniforms, and the first 3,000 get a Jabari Smith, Jr. bobblehead. $21+. 6pm. Get tickets.
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty at Bayou Theatre – The classic fairy tale comes to life in a ballet production featuring local talents performing in lighted, glow-in-the-dark costumes, Future dates available. $54+. 6pm and 8:30pm. Get tickets.
Yan Block in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The Puerto Rican singer and rapper brings reggaeton, trap, drill, and dancehall to the downstairs stage. $82. 7pm. Get tickets.
Tyler Halverson in Concert at House of Blues – South Dakota’s country crooning cowboy, known for “Beer Garden Baby” and “Mac Miller” plays HTX. $29+. 7pm. Get tickets.
The Last Laugh Comedy Show with Shane Tucker & Trip Truman at The Secret Group – Tickets to the weekly Sunday comedy show comes with an 8th Wonder drink and pint glass. $8. 7pm. Get tickets.
Sunday Funday 2 at Dan Electro’s – B.C. Binge headlines a show that includes Good City Modern and Kittenheads. $10. 7pm to 11pm. Get tickets.
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