Houston Nightlife This Week: January 15 to 21, 2024

Updated Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 7:32pm

Find the can’t-miss events in Houston with our Day + Nightlife Guide from Monday, January 15 to Sunday, January 21, 2024.

This week, take in a THC-fueled dinner at Musaafer, taste a flight of wine at Eldorado Ballroom, sample some brews and hot sauces, and more.

We’ve got you covered with our in-the-know list of art, music, and nightlife events happening all week long around Houston.

Day + Nightlife Guide in Houston This Week: January 15-21, 2024

Ongoing

• Galveston Restaurant Week in Galveston | Daily – Happening throughout the month of January, the annual Galveston Restaurant Week offers diners a chance to try top dishes from dozens of the Island’s best eateries on prix-fixe breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus at very pocketbook-friendly prices. GRW runs through Sunday, January 28. Two- or three-course dinners range from $20 to $60; two-course lunches from $10 to $30; and brunches from $10 to $40. Prices, times and locations vary.
• Comedian Samuel J. Comroe at Houston Improv | Thursday to Saturday – The LA-based comic comes to the Spring Branch comedy club for a weekend of laughs. His sets are known for discussing his trials and tribulations of living with Tourette Syndrome and how that shapes his observations of the world around him. $40 for 2, and up. Times vary.
• The Riot Comedy Club presents Mike Vecchione at Rudyard’s Pub | Friday & Saturday – With decades of joke-telling under his belt, the New York City funnyman heads upstairs in Montrose for back-to-back nights of his sharp wit and sarcastic delivery. $25 and up. 7pm and 9pm.
• The Oak Ridge Boys in Concert at the Grand 1894 Opera House | Saturday & Sunday – Giddy up for a live performance for the smooth four-part gospel harmonies or upbeat country songs of the Oak Ridge Boys, best known for their 1981 chart-topper “Elvira”, along with other hits “Bobbie Sue,” “Dream On,” “Thank God for Kids” and more. $37 and up. 7:30pm.

MLK Day, Monday, January 15, 2024

• Monday Bingo Night at Galveston Island Brewing | FREE – The Tiki Wheat brewery hosts another edition of its weekly, family-friendly night of bingo with prizes on every round, hosted in their new indoor brewing facility. 5:30pm to 7:30pm.

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

• Table of Nations Dinner: Chef Maiwand Ahmadzai at Tolo Kabob House | Tuesday, January 16 (Postponed to Tuesday, January 30) – The new docuseries celebrating the international influence Houston’s diverse culinary scene presents the first of its three dinners—showcasing Afghan Chef Ahmadza. $54.88. 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
• Mean Girls Trivia at Little Woodrow’s Shepherd | No Cover – Get in loser, we’re doing trivia. Grab your clique and head to the Shepherd location of Little Woodrow’s for a night of Mean Girls–themed trivia with tall beer specials and themed drinks. 7pm.
• Grown Up Storytime at the Continental Club – Share in the highs and lows of the human experience as Houstonians step up to the mic to share true stories from the hilarious to the profound, and everything in between. $8. 8pm.

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

• Elvis Costello & the Imposters, with Charlie Sexton at House of Blues – Living legend and Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famer Sir Elvis Costello is bringing his band to the Downtown hotspot to celebrate his 32nd studio release, The Boy Named If. $49.50 and up. 7pm.
• Voodoo Glow Skulls in Concert at Last Concert Cafe – The Downtown venue hosts a punk bash with Voodoo Glow Skulls hitting the outdoor stage, and Mustard Plus providing support. $18. 7pm.
• Los Rangerz in Concert at Dan Electro’s Guitar Bar | FREE – Get a dose of solid country gold when the Spring-based Los Rangerz take the mic at the Heights guitar bar. 7pm.

Thursday, January 18, 2024

• High Society Dinner Series at Musaafer – Upscale Indian eatery Musaafer has unveiled an upcoming avant-garde dinner collaboration with Bayou City Hemp and 8th Wonder Brewery, featuring eight courses of THC-infused dishes alongside infused mocktails and cocktails. Available in low-dose or high-dose seatings, the “High Society” series starts with a THC-infused seltzer before tasting through eight courses in the intimate dining area. $188, plus tax and gratuity. 5:30pm and 8:30pm.
• The Rado Wine Club at Eldorado Ballroom – Experience a blind tasting at the first Rado Wine Club of 2024, held in the recently renovated, historic Eldorado Ballroom in Third Ward. $30. 6pm to 8pm.
• Table of Nations Dinner: Chef David Cordúa at The Lymbar – The new docuseries dinner fandango continues with a uniquely special upscale dinner with flavors from the world over at The Lumbar in the Ion. $200; but you can save 50% with promo code ION365H.6:30pm to 8:30pm.
• Salsa Night at Post Houston | FREE – Learn the 1’s and 2’s of salsa when Love Dance HTX hosts a free night of Latin dance lessons, followed by social dancing and tasty beverages at the X Atrium. 7pm to 10pm.
• The Montrose Madhouse Experience at Avant Garden | FREE – This weekly open mic and variety show is a long-running tradition at the eclectic Montrose haunt. Come by to hear local comics and take in performances of burlesque, fire, drag, and more. Circus attire encouraged. 9pm to midnight.
• Bailo & Ookay DJ Sets at Warehouse Live Midtown | FREE – Head to the new home of Warehouse Live in Midtown for a night trap music as DJs Bailo and Ookay perform back to back. 10pm.

Friday, January 19, 2024 

• Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience at House of Blues – Now in its 20th anniversary, this premier Michael Jackson tribute experience comes to Downtown’s House of Blues for a night of the King of Pop’s biggest hits in a theatrical show. $19 and up. 7pm.
• Comedian Hasan Minhaj at Smart Financial Centre – The comedian and host of shows like Patriot Act on Netflix comes to Sugar Land to share his latest insights on the world of news and global politics. $69 and up. 7pm.
• Vapor Wave Night at The Compound – The touring cosplay party lands in East End with a night of Future funk and city pop DJs alongside photo opps and themed drinks. $20 and up. 9pm to 2am.
• Imanbek in Concert at Warehouse Live Midtown – The Kazakh producer and DJ takes over the decks in Midtown for a night of house music ‘ til late. $15 and up. 10pm.
• Morgan Page DJ Set at Stereo Live – Best known for tracks like “The Longest Road”, “Fight for You” and “In the Air”, the producer and DJ, Morgan Page performs live at the West Houston nightclub. $10. 10pm to 2am.
• Bassjackers DJ Set at Noto Houston – The Dutch electronic duo come to the Second Ward venue for an exciting nightlife experience on Friday night. $10 and up. 10pm to 2am.

Saturday, January 20, 2024 

• 10″ by 10″ Art Show at Hardy & Nance Studios | No Cover – The Downtown studios host the 9th annual showcase of local artwork in 10″ by 10″ format, costing no more than $250 each. 10am to 10pm.
• 8th Annual Hops n’ Hot Sauce Festival at Humble Civic Center – Hot sauce enthusiasts can taste the fire at the 8th annual festival, featuring fresh craft beer, unlimited samples of hot sauces, salsas, seasonings, and more, food truck eats, and fun events like the Hot Pepper Eating Contest and Spicy Food Eating Challenge. $10; free for ages 12 and under. 11am to 5pm.
• Dolly Day at Truck Yard Houston | FREE – Don your best western wear and celebrate all things Dolly Parton at the sprawling EaDo bar. The day will feature themed drinks, Dolly music all day, an impersonator and lookalike competition. 11am to 8:30pm.
• Vegan BrewFest Houston at Eureka Heights Brewing Co. | No Cover – This family-friendly festival will celebrate vegan fare with an array of plant-based eats, fun games and vibes, and tasting of Eureka Heights brews. Noon to 6pm.
• Flight School with 8th Wonder at Hotel Lucine | FREE – Sample flights of 8th Wonder’s canna-infused, non-alcoholic seltzers in the Den at Galveston’s new boutique hotel on Seawall. 3pm to 6pm.
• Night Drive in Concert at Bad Astronaut Brewing – The Northside brewery hosts synth pop band Night Drive for an intimate show, with Don’t Get Lemon and San Gabriel supporting. $15. 7pm.
• Tribute to George Strait with Derek Spence at Post Houston – Catch the classics of country icon George Strait when this tribute band takes to the Post rooftop for a special concert among Downtown’s skyscrapers. $25 and up. 8pm to 10pm.
• Tay Money in Concert at Noto Houston – The “Bussin” rapper out of Dallas makes a special appearance at the East End nightlife venue, Noto. $5 and up. 10pm to 2am.

Sunday, January 21, 2024 

• The Burly Soirée: Feathered Follies at 8th Wonder Distillery – Spend your Sunday afternoon in EaDo with glamorous performances from Peter Pecker, Mara Ballerina, Divine Darlings’ Sadie Mercedes and Holly GoSpankMe, special guest Fantasia Black Diamond, and the Soirée’s host and producer, Lady AnnaBelle. $20 and up. 2pm to 4pm.
• Punk Rock Garage Sale at Bad Astronaut Brewing | No Cover – Shop all manner of vintage apparel, music, art, toys and collectibles, music gear and more at the monthly garage sale hosted by Insomnia Gallery. 2pm to 6pm.
• Shadow Alley Market at Wormwood & Vine | FREE – The East End spot for occult, magickal and macabre goods hosts a Sunday evening marketplace with local vendors, and a menu of winter-friendly libations from Black Magic Social Club next door. 4pm to 9pm.
• Unbelievable Stories with Ku Egenti at the Secret Group – Comedian Ku Egenti hosts stand-up performers that come to the stage to share so-crazy-it’s-unbelievable stories at the EaDo comedy club. $10. 8pm.

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