Find the can’t-miss events in Houston with our Day + Nightlife Guide from Monday, March 16 to Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Day + Nightlife Guide in Houston This Week: March 16 to 22, 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
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo at NRG Park | Daily | Last Week – The biggest show in town wraps up for 2026 with carnival rides and games, superstar concerts, baby animals, bull riding and barrel racing competitions, tasty food and drinks, and more. $20+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Houston Jewish Film Festival Around Houston | Daily | Ongoing – Catch a mix of films and discussions shining a spotlight on Jewish culture, art and history. $139 full pass. $139. Single film prices vary. Times vary. Get tickets.
Houston Latino Film Festival at MATCH | Wednesday to Sunday – Explore drama, comedy and documentary films exploring the Latino experience. $65 all-access badge; $14+ for single events. Places and times vary. Get tickets.
Comedian Vinny Guadagnino at Punch Line Houston | Thursday to Saturday – The Jersey Shore alum cruises the Bayou City for 4 shows. $44+. Times vary. Get tickets.
4th Wall Theatre Co: The Counter at Spring Street Studios | Thursday to Saturday | Final Weekend – A retired firefighter and his regular diner server develop a friendship, rediscovering the joys of human connection in Meghan Kennedy’s play. $30+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Performing Arts Houston: New/Now at Jones Hall | Friday & Saturday – See world premieres by Houston artists in the annual show presenting 18 original works. $10. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Serial Killer Speakeasy: A True Crime Cocktail Experience at Garage HTX | Friday & Saturday – Experience first hand stories from performers channeling Bundy, Dahmer, Gacy, and Gein, each paired with a fitting craft cocktail. $45+.Times vary. Get tickets.
Houston Symphony: Beethoven’s Fifth & Timpani World Premiere at Jones Hall | Friday to Sunday – Da-Da-Da-Dunn! The orchestra performs one of the most iconic and towering works in the classical canon, along with a new work created specifically for principal timpanist Leonardo Soto. $71+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Comedian Dominique at Houston Improv | Friday to Sunday – The comic who started out slaying her coworkers at a U.S. post office brings the laughs to the Spring Branch comedy stage. $27+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Choir Boy at The Ensemble Theatre | Friday to Sunday – A group of young, black students at a boys prep school navigates issues of identity and sexuality In a coming-of-age story. $30+. Times vary. Get tickets.
The Horizon Theatre: Dear Evan Hansen at Seismique Studio | Friday to Sunday – Young performers present the Tony-winning musical about a lonely high school student swept up in a lie he can’t control. $25+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Mercury Chamber Orchestra: Love at The Hobby Center | Friday to Sunday – Set against the music of Purcell and Dowland, the performance explores memory, grief and connection. $27+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Ghibli Fest Art Market at Karbach Brewing Co. | Saturday & Sunday | FREE – Talented Ghibli fan artists showcase their unique pieces at a 2-day market event. Times vary. Learn more.
Monday, March 16, 2026
Rodeo Houston: Cross Canadian Ragweed in Concert at NRG Stadium – The ’90s alt-country and rock band out of Yukon, Oklahoma, takes the Rodeo stage. $35+. 6:45pm rodeo; 9pm concert. Get tickets. Check for cheaper, better or hard-to-get seats on SeatGeek or TicketNetwork.
St. Patrick’s Day, Tuesday, March 17, 2026
6th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party at Social Beer Garden | No Cover – Expect $5 green beer, vendors, giveaways, and much more at this Midtown beer garden. 11am to 2am. Learn more.
61st Annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Griff’s Irish Pub | No Cover – Houston’s original St. Paddy’s Day fest is back at its new and improved home in Montrose, with Irish dancers, leprechauns, back-to-back bands in the parking lot, DJ Mark inside, face painters, and more. 11am until midnight. Learn more.
42nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Irish Pub Kenneally’s | No Cover – Kenneally’s legendary “under the tent” party will feature a limited special menu, performances by Houston’s HFD bagpipers and the Cass-Barrington Irish Step dancers, live music, and more. Noon to midnight. Learn more.
35th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck – The home of Houston’s weekly Wednesday Irish sessions throws out all the stops for a live music celebration and party with authentic Irish food and beer, performances outside and inside. $85+. Noon to midnight. Get tickets.
St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Pimlico Irish Pub | No Cover – The Irish pub across from Whole Foods expands into the parking lot with live music, flowing green beer, barbecue, and swag inside and outside the bar. Noon to midnight. Learn more.
St. Patrick’s Day Shindig at Galveston Island Brewing – Find green beer and Milk Stout on tap, happy hour pricing until 6pm. A hidden treasure gift card competition, and more. 2pm to 10pm. Learn more.
St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl in Spring – Meet at Texas Hideout and hop on a party bus to head to Oak and Iron Sports Social, On the Rox, Louetta, and Jax’s Place for green beer, drinks, and Irish joy. $99. 3pm. Get tickets.
St. Patrick’s Day at Little Woodrow’s Heights | No Cover – Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with drink specials like $5 Lucky Frozen drinks and $5 Lucky Leprechaun shots. 3pm to 2am. Learn more.
Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration at Saint Arnold Brewing Company | No Cover – Savor special brews, food, live Irish music and dancing, commemorative glass mugs, a Shop Local Market, and more. 4pm to 9pm. Learn more.
Couples Cook: An Irish Dinner for St. Patrick’s Day at Central Market Cooking School – Pairs can work with a small team in a 2.5-hour hands-on class to create an Irish meal that includes Irish soda bread, lamb chops, and a traditional, apple-filled dessert upstairs at Central Market. $110.55 for two. 5pm. Get tickets.
Houston Midtown Official St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl – Check in at The Dogwood and then head to some of Midtown’s top bars to enjoy drink specials, themed cocktails, food deals, and access to an after party. $12.25+. 5pm to 11pm. Get tickets.
Rodeo Houston: The Red Clay Strays in Concert at NRG Stadium – Best known for going viral on TikTok with “Wondering Why,” the country rock act performs live at NRG. $35+. 6:45pm rodeo; 9pm concert. Get tickets. Check for cheaper, better or hard-to-get seats on SeatGeek or TicketNetwork.
The Irish Tenors in Concert at The Grand 1894 Opera House – Acknowledged as the “Celtic music kings”, The Irish Tenors take the stage at Galveston’s iconic opera house. $45+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Attack on Titan in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – The anime sensation’s world of titans and gripping battles come to live with a live orchestra performing live to the program of clips from the beloved show. $79+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Rodeo Houston: Koe Wetzel in Concert at NRG Stadium – The Texas singer-songwriter known for blending grunge with outlaw country hits the rotating stage. $35+. 6:45pm rodeo; 9pm concert. Get tickets. Check for cheaper, better or hard-to-get seats on SeatGeek or TicketNetwork.
Desorden Público & La Pegatina in Concert at The Grand Venue – Catch a live concert showcasing the purest ska and mestizo music at The Grand Venue in Katy. $60. 8pm. Get tickets.
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Dining in the Dark: A Blindfolded Dining Experience at Mastrantos – Savor a secret 3-course meal while blindfolded, heightening senses of taste and smell, in the Heights. $64. 6pm. Get tickets.
Blanket Bingo at Market Square Park – Grab your lawn chairs, blankets and daubers as the Downtown park hosts this evening of fun for all ages. $10. 6pm to 9pm. Learn more.
Dinner in Provence at Central Market Cooking School – Work with a small team to create a robust French dinner, then settle in to enjoy the feast. $110. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Pasta Extravaganza at The Cookery Houston – Craft a pasta dinner celebrating the flavors of Italy at a hands-on class in Fourth Ward. $125. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Rodeo Houston: Lainey Wilson in Concert at NRG Stadium – Lainey Wilson brings her self-proclaimed “Bell Bottom Country” to the Rodeo stage. $48+. 6:45pm rodeo; 9pm concert. Get tickets. Check for cheaper, better or hard-to-get seats on SeatGeek or TicketNetwork.
A Conversation on Barnett Newman: Here at The Menil Collection | FREE – Author Amy Newman discusses her newly released biography. 7pm. Learn more.
Iyla in Concert at Meow Wolf – The hitmaker delivers her fluid and fiery hybrid of R&B, pop and hip-hop to Hardy Yards. $28+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Leela James in Concert at House of Blues – The “goddaughter of soul,” known for hits like “Fall for You” plays live in Downtown. $53+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Sounds of Scotland at Smart Financial Centre – Experience bagpipes, drummers and dancers in this celebration of Scottish heritage. $61+ 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Friday, March 20, 2026
Yappy Hour at Trebly Park | FREE – Bring your pups to the Downtown park for music, dog treats and pet portraits, and more. 5pm to 7pm. Learn more.
I Can Save Thy Self: A Girly Fantasy Embroidery Class at Lyric Market – Create a dreamy, kingdom-inspired piece with celestial details, soft shimmer, romantic symbolism, and subtle power motifs—all guided step-by-step. $69. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Almond Blossom Festival Wine Dinner at Grotto in The Galleria – Enjoy a tasty 5-course dinner paired with exquisite wines from Chef Ricky Cruz. $135. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Author Benjamin Stevenson in Conversation with Celeste Connally at Murder by the Book | FREE – The authors of the Ernest Cunningham Mysteries and Lady Petra Inquires talk about and sign their works. 6:30pm. Learn more.
Grilling Hawaiian Style at Central Market Cooking School – Aloha! Try your hand at grilling chicken, pork, vegetables, and fruit with an island twist. $110. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Rodeo Houston: Parker McCollum in Concert at NRG Stadium – The Platinum-selling Texas country singer brings his hitmaking songs to the rodeo stage after the Rodeo action. $44+. 6:45pm rodeo; 9pm concert. Get tickets. Check for cheaper, better or hard-to-get seats on SeatGeek or TicketNetwork.
Comedian Dan Soder at Cullen Performance Hall – The NYC stand-up artist brings his Golden Retriever of Comedy Tour to the University of Houston main campus. $46+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Houston Rockets vs. Atlanta Hawks at the Toyota Center – HTX meets ATL as the Hawks land on the Toyota Center courts. $17+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Kathleen Madigan at 713 Music Hall – The funny woman brings her Day Drinking Tour to the Post Houston stage. $53+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
A Musical Evening with Maestro Hans Graf & Mercury Chamber Orchestra at Our Texas Cultural Center – The Houston Symphony’s former music director leads the orchestra in a concert of works by Beethoven, Chebotarya and Ravel. $32. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
13 Going on 30 Movie Screening at MFAH – Catch an outdoor amphitheater screening of the 2004 film (PG-13), starring Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo, about a girl who makes a wish on her 13th birthday and wakes up 17 years older the next day. $20. 8pm. Get tickets.
Bob Schneider in Concert at The Heights Theater – Austin’s beloved singer-songwriter—former frontman of The Ugly Americans and winner of more than 59 Austin Music Awards—performs live in the Heights. $33+. 8pm. Get tickets.
DJ Night: Salome at Art Club in Post Houston – The Berlin-based artist drops his matchless mix of electro, acid and techno on the Downtown hotspot. $19+. 10pm to 3am. Get tickets.
Saturday, March 21, 2026
3rd Annual Hockey Day in Houston at Saint Arnold Brewing Company – Celebrate hockey with other Houstonians, while demonstrating the power of the local audience and catching some late game action. $10+. 11am to 4pm. Get tickets.
Flip Flop Fest at Galveston Island Brewing | No Cover – Get temporary tattoos, take part in the sandal scramble, and enjoy more all ages fun. 2pm to 6pm. Learn more.
Houston Rodeo: Tim McGraw in Concert at NRG Stadium – The country crooner marks his 11th Rodeo appearance. $79+. 2:45pm rodeo; 5pm concert. Get tickets. Check for cheaper, better or hard-to-get seats on SeatGeek or TicketNetwork.
Home Opener: Houston Dash vs. Boston Legacy FC at Shell Energy Stadium – The Dash host the new women’s team out of Boston, making their first ever Houston appearance, for the season’s home opener. $20+. 3pm. Get tickets.
Bach Society Houston: Bach’s Mass in B Minor, BWV 232 at Christ the King Lutheran Church – Celebrate Johann Sebastian Bach’s birthday with a performance of his monumental work played on period instruments with historically informed musicianship.$35; $10 students. 3pm. Get tickets.
That Which We Want To Remember/Aquello Que Queremos RecordarOpening Reception at HCCC | FREE – See the debut of Lorena Morales’s project featuring messages about cherished memories of home. 3pm to 5pm. Learn more.
3rd Annual Girls on the Green: Garbage Girlfriend in Concert at Discovery Green | Saturday | FREE – The local four-piece, all-female rock band—known for blending raw garage energy with punchy pop hooks and unapologetic attitude—headlines a celebration of women. DJ Gracie Chavez opens. 4pm to 9pm. Learn more.
Flea by Night at Discovery Green | FREE – Browse goods from local artisans and makers, shopping for unique gifts, homegoods and more. 4pm to 9pm. Learn more.
Slow Jams HTX & R&B Summer Opening Day Party at Reset Lounge – Groove and grind to classic and modern R&B jams with your partner, $20. 4pm to 10pm; doors close for entry at 7pm. Get tickets.
Bingo Loco: The Ultimate Bingo Party at Noto – The EaDo bingo rave comes complete with comedian emcees, throwback anthems, lip sync battles, dance-offs, dancers, confetti showers, CO2 cannons, rave rounds, conga lines, and more. $35. 6pm to 8:30pm. Get tickets.
Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Queen at Resurrection MCC – Hear classic Queen hits like “Radio Ga Ga,” and “Bohemian Rhapsody” under the glow of candlelight and surrounded by springtime flowers. $37+. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Houston Rockets vs. Miami Heat at Toyota Center – The squad battles the boy from Dade County in a Saturday night match-up in Downtown. $38+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Rodeo Supper Club: An Intimate Houston Dining Experience at Sanman Studios – Everything Irie and Chef Jamal Collier host a refined alternative to the Rodeo chaos, with an intimate, limited-seat event inspired by the legacy of the cowboy and modern western culture. $95. 7pm. Get tickets.
Houston Brass Quintet: The Gilded Age at Houston Säengerhalle | FREE – Be immersed in late 19th and early 20th-century American music at a concert of works from Kevin McKee, Victor Ewald, and Scott Joplin. 7pm. Learn more.
Star Party with Houston Astronomical Society at Clay Family Glades in Memorial Glades | FREE – Join astronomers onsite to stargaze at constellations, planets and other celestial objects. 7pm to 10pm. Learn more.
The Coronation Theater: RECkless Comedy at The Rec Room – While the new East End theater is built out, Coronation presents an unscripted, improv comedy show on stage at Downtown’s Rec Room. $15. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Back to the Future Movie Screening at City Place | FREE – Go back in time to the 1985 flick about Marty McFly, a slacker who ends up in the year 1955 and has to get back to the future before he ruins it. 7:33pm. Learn more.
Bone Thugs n Harmony at Home Run Dugout – The iconic hip hop group—Bizzy Bone, Wish Bone, Layzie Bone, Krayzie Bone, and Flesh-n-Bone—return to Katy’s beer garden baseball field for an iconic outdoor concert. $47+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Donavon Frankenreiter in Concert at The Heights Theater – The SoCal pro surfer turned alt-crooner brings his laid-back grooves, philosophical lyrics and soulful delivery to the Heights. Grady Spencer opens. $31+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Miguel in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The alt-contemporary R&B artist known for blending soul, rock, psychedelic textures, and atmospheric pop brings his Caos tour to HTX. $98+. 8:30pm. Get tickets.
Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at Resurrection MCC – Catch a 60-minute string concert by candlelight, featuring songs like Coldplay’s “Clocks” and Imagine Dragons’ “Radioactive”. $35+. 8:45pm. Get tickets.
Trace Amounts DJ Set at Bauhaus – The artist spins tech house and house, tight grooves, raw club pressure, and more. $15. 9pm to 4am. Get tickets.
WonkyWilla in Concert at Meow Wolf – Joined by Zondo and SugarDrip, the artist brings his late-night bass experiment to take over the multiverse. $33+. 10pm. Get tickets.
Sunday, March 22, 2026
Happy Birthday Benito: Bad Bunny’s Birthday Sunday Funday at Casa Verde | No Cover – Celebrate the most streamed musician in the world with a party day, including a lookalike contest. First 100 guests get a free pava hat. Noon to midnight. Get tickets.
Heavy Metal Market at Moon Tower Inn | FREE – Shop heavy metal vendors offering music, accessories, artisan goods, and more. 1pm. Learn more.
Banding Together: 4th Annual Chili Con Carnage Cook-Off & Charity Concert At Dan Electro’s – Enjoy live music, plenty of chili and lots of fun at this event to raise money for BEAR (Be A Resource) for children in the care of CPS. $15. 2:30pm to 10pm. Get tickets.
Rodeo Houston: Cody Johnson at NRG Stadium – The country music phenom closes out the 2026 Rodeo season live with Jon Pardi and Randy Hauser. $79+. 2:45pm rodeo; 5pm concert. Get tickets. Check for cheaper, better or hard-to-get seats on SeatGeek or TicketNetwork.
Rainbow Kitten Surprise in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The alt-rock indie band brings their Bones tour to WOMH’s lawn. $77+. 5pm. Get tickets.
Jazzy Sundays in the Park: Mathias Lattin in Concert at Discovery Green | FREE – Houston’s beloved free springtime music series continues with a show from Mathias Lattin, joined by Unusual Musicians Collective Band. 5pm to 7pm. Learn more.
DaCamera: Sarah Hanahan at the Eldorado – The jazz saxophonist named a Rising Star in Downbeat’s 2025 Critics Poll performs two concerts. Pay-What-You-Can. 5pm and 7pm. Get tickets.
DVSN in Concert at House of Blues – The Canadian R&B duo hit Downtown on their 10 Year Anniversary tour. $48+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Ricardo Arjona in Concert at Toyota Center – Known as “El Seco” by family and friends, the Guatemalan singer-songwriter brings his Lo que el Seco no dijo tour to Houston. $168+. 8pm.Get tickets.
Comedian Stephen Lynch at Bad Astronaut Brewing – The “musician trapped in the body of a comedian” brings his musical-based comedy to the Hardy Yards brewery. $49. 8pm. Get tickets.
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