Houston Nightlife This Week: January 22 to 28, 2024

Updated Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 7:45pm

Find the can’t-miss events in Houston with our Day + Nightlife Guide from Monday, January 22 to Sunday, January 28, 2024.

This week, Houston gets lively with a slate of comedians hitting clubs across town, plus an art fair in Montrose, paint and sip sessions, culinary experiences, and much 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 22-28, 2024

Ongoing

• Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue at Hobby Center | Tuesday to Saturday – Relive all the heartfelt hilarity provided by Sophia, Blanche, Rose and Dorothy in this stage production that gets a five-night run in Downtown. $49.50 and up. Showtimes vary.
• Broadway Across America presents Les Misérables at Hobby Center | Tuesday to Sunday – The beloved musical returns to Houston, telling the epic story of Jean Valjean, imprisoned for stealing a loaf of bread, and the relentless Inspector Javert, who tracks him across the decades. $45 and up. Showtimes vary.
• The Houston Art Fair at Reeves Art + Design | Friday to Sunday | FREE – The Montrose gallery features a weekend-long event highlighting the works of 40 Houston and Texas artists. The fair seeks to make art accessible for all, providing pieces that cater to collectors of all price points. Friday also features a special Collectors Preview Night for $30. Times vary.
• Comedian Adele Givens at Houston Improv | Friday to Sunday – The actress, writer, and comedian known for her roles in sitcoms like The Hughleys, The Tracy Ullman Show, and more comes to the Spring Branch comedy club for the weekend. $50 for 2, and up. Times vary.
• Winter Port Barrel Festival at Bernhardt Winery | Saturday & Sunday – Northwest of Houston, this winery hosts a festival of new Port wine releases along with live music, artisan cheese, handcrafted mulled wine and a fresh bottle to take home. $18. Noon to 5pm.
• 2024 Trap Paint Houston at The Garage HTX | Saturday & Sunday – In the Arts District area, you can pull up a seat for a paint session set to trap music and fill up on gourmet bites. $25. Sessions available Saturday 2pm to 10pm; Sunday 2pm to 9pm.
• Galveston Restaurant Week in Galveston | Daily | Final Weekend – 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.

Monday, January 22, 2024

• William Chris & Lost Draw Wine Dinner at Tomball’s Empty Glass – William Chris Vineyards and Lost Draw Cellars host a 5-course wine dinner that will feature dishes like truffle mushroom risotto balls, spinach alfredo pizza, and more paired with wine at the Empty Glass in Tomball. $135. 6:30pm.
• Valerie June in Concert at the Heights Theater – The Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist seamlessly blends soul and country music for a sound that is sure to captivate at the intimate Heights stage. $28 and up. 8pm.

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

• The Science of Space City Weather at North Shepherd Brewing | No Cover – Matt Lanza of Space City Weather joins the Northside brewery for this month’s Pint-Sized Science, where he’ll talk about what goes into providing the group’s weather forecasts and the unique weather events we experience in the Houston region. 6:30pm.
• Kyle Smith in Concert at Last Concert Cafe – Groove to the reggae rock tunes of Kyle Smith when he takes the stage in Downtown’s Las Concert Cafe. $20 and up. 7pm.
• Performing Arts Houston presents Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo at Jones Hall – The much-lauded all-male troupe celebrates 50 years with a performance that parodies some of ballet’s most-loved stories. Expect dazzling pointe work, cheeky stories and an evening of fun as the ensemble offers up its renditions of favorites like Swan Lake. $29 and up. 7:30pm.

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

• Hops & Hot Tamales at Bad Astronaut Brewing Company – This fundraiser offers a night of fresh tamales from El Patio, Bad Astronaut brews, games and more, with proceeds supporting the Periwinkle Foundation and its mission to positively change the lives of children and families challenged by cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. $45; $35 for ages 35 and under. 6pm to 8pm.
• 2024 Pride Kick-Off Happy Hour at Pearl Bar | FREE – New Faces of Pride, a recent addition to Houston’s LGBTQ+ community, hosts a fundraiser for Out for Education with a night of vibrant music, fabulous performances and more at the Washington Avenue bar. 6pm to 9pm.
• Paint & Sip at City Orchard – The Arts District cidery hosts local artist Diego Reyes for a Paint & Sip sesh where you’ll craft an artwork on a 16×20 canvas while enjoying cider, beer and wine. $20. 7pm to 10pm.

Thursday, January 25, 2024

• Taste of the Town at the Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center – This foodie festival brings together 40 of the area’s finest restaurants, caterers, bakeries, delis, and beverage companies for a sampling extravaganza. $45 and up; includes two alcoholic drink tickets and unlimited food samples, water and soft drinks. 5pm to 9pm.
• A Meticulous Dinner with Chef David Skinner at The Lymbar –  Chef David Cordúa is joined by Chef David Skinner for a delicious 4-course dinner—plus a welcome cocktail—with gin pairings from Meticulous Cocktails. $88. 6pm.
• 2nd Annual Game & Ranch Dinner at Rainbow Lodge – The iconic lodge restaurant’s second annual Game & Ranch Dinner begins with an Angel’s Envy bourbon and rye tasting reception, with passed game tastes and live Texas-style tunes, at 6pm, followed by a seated four-course wild game and game bird dinner at 6:45pm. $215. 6pm.
• Nerdy Night Market at Neil’s Bahr | No Cover – Stop by the nerdy EaDo patio to explore a treasure trove of goods from the world of pop culture, gaming, collectibles, crafts and one-of-a-kind items. 21+ only. 6pm to midnight.
• Table of Nations Dinner: Chefs Melissa Merlina & Nora Varela at Temptation’s Bite – Venezuelean chefs Melissa Merlina and Nora Varela host the last of the 3 special dinners in the Table of Nations Dinner Series with an exclusive curated dining experience at the beloved Temptation’s Bite Bread Shop near Katy. $65. 6:30pm.
• Comedian Jon “Polar Bear” Gonzalez at Houston Improv – For one-night only, the Texan comedian and podcaster sets up at the Spring Branch laugh house to deliver his thoughts about living life between cultures. $50 for 2, and up. 7:30pm.

Friday, January 26, 2024 

• Cooking Class: Boozy Chocolate Truffles at Urban South HTX – This cooking class offers tips and techniques for flavoring sweet treats with spirits as you prepare decadent chocolate rum balls. Just in time for Valentine’s Day DIY, it’s a chance to sweeten up your baking repertoire. $55. 6pm.
• Ludacris, Ja Rule, Ashanti, Fat Joe, Twista & Mike Jones at Smart Financial Centre – Throw it back to the golden era of 2000s-era hip-hop when a star-studded lineup of the iconic artists that helped shape that sound comes to Sugar Land. $78 and up. 7pm.
• Comedian Anthony Jeselnik at Bayou Music Center – Best known for his dark comedy style, the comic who’s been seen on Conan, The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and hosted The Jeselnik Offensive on Comedy Central, brings his “Bones and All” tour to Houston. $63.50 and up. 7pm.
• Carousel Club Burlesque at House of Blues – Get ready for an evening of the sexy, the flirtatious and the seductive in this burlesque performance at the Downtown concert venue. 21+ only. $36 and up. 7pm.
• Menardi Gras! Celebration at the 1838 Menard House – Join Galveston Historical Foundation for a night of food, fun, music, and frivolity at Galveston’s oldest residence, the 1838 Menard House. Expect beverages, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and live music by the New Orleans Hustlers Brass Band. $125. 7pm.
• Bobby Biggs Beer & Belly Laughs at Eureka Heights Brewing Co. | FREE – As seen on NBC’s hit show Last Comic Standing and Dave Attell’s HBO special “Captain Miserable,” Houston comedian Bobby Biggerstaff is joined by fellow comics at the Heights brewery. 8pm to 9:30pm.
• Comedian Raanan Hershberg at the Secret Group – The comedian who has performed his high-energy, joke-packed comedy on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon; The Late, Late Show with James Corden; and Comedy Central comes to Houston, livening up the stage at the EaDo club. $15 and up. 8pm. 
• KPop Night at White Oak Music Hall – Dance to hits from Blackpink, BTS, Twice, and more at this K-pop night in the Heights. You’ll rock out to all your favorite hits and kick off the weekend on a high note. $19. 8pm.
• Bollywood Mantra at Warehouse Live Midtown – DJ Scoop and DJ Zee perform Bollywood hits at this Midtown dance night. It’s a chance for you to show off your moves and learn new ones, jamming to the infectious energy of Bollywood beats. $10. 10pm.
• Lost Kings at Noto Houston – The L.A.-based DJ duo, known for their house influences and remixes of songs by artists like Rihanna, Imagine Dragons and Katy Perry, comes to Houston to perform their signature EMD style. $15 and up. 10pm.

Saturday, January 27, 2024 

• 2nd Annual Stout Fest at Excalibur Brewing – The Spring brewery offers a sampling of stouts from Houston spots like Brash Brewery, Brew 30 Taphouse, Equal Parts Brewing and more, plus live music and food vendors. $45 and up. Noon to 6pm.
• Australia Day Celebration at Platypus Brewing | No Cover – On Washington Avenue, Platypus celebrates Australia Day with an annual party featuring a live band, DJ, food, drinks and games. Noon to 9pm.
• 5th Annual Gumbo Cook-Off at Cedar Creek Bar & Grill – The sprawling Shady Acres restaurant hosts its annual gumbo cook-off, serving up bowls of the good stuff from gumbo crews, breweries and other aficionados. Come by for games, face painting for kiddos, mechanical bull riding and ice cold brews for the adults. $35 and up. 1pm to 6pm.
• In the Lone Star Wars State Movie Screening at Houston Toy Museum – Catch a screening of this documentary that delves into Star Wars fandom in Texas and its unique connection to the Western genre. Filmmaker Alejandro Cabrera will be on-hand for a post-film Q&A, and you can also explore museum exhibits that showcase toy history. $16; includes museum admission. 6pm.
• Schitt’s Creek Actor & Musician Noah Reid in Concert at House of Blues – Best known for playing David Rose’s business partner Patrick Brewer on the beloved television comedy Schitt’s Creek, singer-songwriter Noah Reid will be bringing his  Everything Is Fine Tour to the Downtown stage. $39 and up. 7pm.
• Comedian George Lopez at Smart Financial Centre – The longtime but-gusting comic, who most recently can be seen as Rudy in Blue Beetle, comes to Sugar Land to deliver the laughs with his raw, real-life stories punctuated with punchlines and signature expressions. $43 and up. 8pm.
• Underworld’s Monthly Bash at Numbers Nightclub – DJs Mina and VV James spin Goth, Industrial, Synthpop, and more for the Underworld’s Monthly Bash dance night at the iconic Montrose nightclub. Cover charge at the door. 9pm to 2am.
• Hayden James DJ Set at Bauhaus – The award-winning Australian hitmaker comes to Downtown EDM venue Bauhaus for a live set. $15 and up. 10pm.

Sunday, January 28, 2024 

• Menardi Gras! Celebration at the 1838 Menard House – Launch into the Fat Tuesday season with Galveston Historical Foundation’s Sunday morning affair boasting a Bloody Mary bar, an elevated brunch, live jazz, and more. $100. 11am to 1pm; GHF members are welcomed with early entry at 10:30am.
• Heavy Metal Market & Oddities at Moon Tower Inn | No Cover – The East End spot for gourmet hot dogs and ice cold suds hosts an all-ages outdoor vendor market with heavy metal merch, record swaps, horror and occult goods, vintage, and more. 1pm to 6pm.
• Paint Night at North Shepherd Brewing – Take to an enchanted forest painting experience and sip on craft beer, all while being coached by award-winning artist Chris Hernandez at the Northside brewery. $35. 5pm.

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