Houston Nightlife This Week: March 11 to 17, 2024

Updated Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 5:45pm

Find the can’t-miss events in Houston with our Day + Nightlife Guide from Monday, March 11 to Sunday, March 17, 2024.

The Rodeo may steal the show in its final performances this week, but St. Patrick’s Day brings plenty of festive fun to Houston over the weekend.

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

Day + Nightlife Guide in Houston This Week: March 11 to 17, 2024

Ongoing

• Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo 2024 at NRG Park | Daily | Final Weekend – Houston’s biggest bash wraps it up, closing out three weeks of Western fun for all ages, including carnival rides, livestock displays, shopping, a wine garden, food and more. Check out the concert lineup and secure your seats, or go for the thrill of the festival with a grounds-only ticket, available for $20; $10 for ages 3 to 12 (carnival rides and games are an additional cost). Times vary.
• St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Celebration at Wakefield Crowbar | Thursday to Sunday | FREE – All weekend long, the Garden Oaks bar and volleyball venue celebrates the holiday with festive drinks, live music and DJs, a special kitchen menu and more. Saturday features a sand volleyball tournament, and Sunday will break out the bagpipes for St. Patrick’s Day proper. Times vary.
• Comedian Caitlin Peluffo at The Riot Comedy Club | Friday & Saturday – With hilarious stops on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the Just For Laughs Festival, and Don’t Tell Comedy, the New York-based comedian brings fresh material to the Riot stage for back-to-back nights. $20 and up. Times vary.
• Kiss Me, I’m Irish Bar Crawl in Midtown | Friday to Sunday – This three-day pub crawl hits several Midtown destinations, including The Dogwood, Wooster’s Garden and Front Porch Pub, following check-in at Leon’s Lounge. Secure your wristband to skip cover at bars, plus enjoy participating drink specials. $15 and up. Times vary.
• Griff’s St. Paddy’s Weekend Block Party at Velvet Oak Tavern | Saturday & Sunday – While the Montrose mainstay Griff’s continues to rebuild following a devastating fire, they’ve joined forces with Velvet Oak Tavern on West Alabama to celebrate the holiday with an all-day Irish crawfish boil with live music, Irish dancers, DJs, food and more. Proceeds from the event go to help rebuild the Montrose institution which caught fire in early 2023. No cover on Saturday with crawfish $8 per pound.; $10 on Sunday. Noon to 2am.
• St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Pimlico | Saturday & Sunday | No Cover – The Irish pub on Waugh hosts a two-day weekend celebration with live music, flowing green beer, food and swag inside and outside the bar. 1pm to 2am.

Monday, March 11, 2024

• Rodeo Houston: Whiskey Myers at NRG Stadium – The Southern rock six-piece makes their Houston Rodeo debut, armed with their signature country sound found in their latest release, Tornillo. $25 and up. 9pm.

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

• The Moth StorySlam at Warehouse Live Midtown – The open mic storytelling competition returns for another month, this time with 5-minute stories that are “Dazzle” themed. Whether you share a tale about knock-out memories that no one believes or small moments that prove all that glitters is gold, the Moth series is where you can shine on stage. $17.50. 7:30pm.
• Rodeo Houston: Bun B All-American Takeover at NRG Stadium – The Trill O.G. has taken over the entire city of H-Town and now he’s set his sights on the Houston Rodeo once again. The full lineup hasn’t been released yet, but we have heard the names of Nelly, E-40, Rick Ross, and That Mexican OT—plus a rumored Drake appearance. $25 and up. 9pm.

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

• Candlelight: A Tribute to Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Al Green and More at Majestic Metro – Listen the soulful sounds of Motown and the genre’s greatest when this special concert brings a candlelit performance to Downtown Houston. $62.50 and up. 6:30pm.
• Estevie at White Oak Music Hall – The Gen Z chicana princess, Estevie is doing cumbias and ranchera music her way, and she’s turning the Northside venue into a huge party when she comes through town. $18 and up. 7pm.
• St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail Class at William Price Distilling – The Garden Oaks distillery hosts two sessions where expert mixologists will walk you through crafting a couple of Irish-inspired cocktails. $40. 7pm and 9pm.

Thursday, March 14, 2024

• A Better Trip Live at The Secret Group – Comedian and mental health advocate Shane Mauss dives deep into the world of psychedelics, including his own experiences, as well as the history, science and culture surrounding the consciousness-expanding substances. $27.50 and up. 6:30pm and 9:30pm.
• Pussy Riot/Nadya, with Boyfriend in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – Hailing from Moscow, the lead singer and founding member of the feminist protest and performance art group, Nadya Tolokonnikova comes to Northside armed with punk vibes, and joined by Boyfriend. $25. 7pm.
• Wine & Cheese Pairing at the Texas Wine School – If gourmet cheeses are your vibe, join the Houston Dairymaids in this fun-filled wine class where you’ll learn about the makeup of cheese and then pair various different cheeses with all your favorite vino. $85. 7pm.
• Comedian Danny LoPriore at Houston Improv – The comedian, musician and co-host of The Basement Yard podcast, Danny LoPriore brings his latest material to the Spring Branch comedy club. $50 and up. 7:30pm.
• Sasha Colby at House of Blues – The drag superstar and winner of the 2023 season of RuPaul’s Drag Race comes to Downtown Houston for a journey through her life with all its deep valleys and triumphs. $35.50 and up. 8pm.

Friday, March 15, 2024 

• Shop Local Market presents Kids Fest at Houston Farmers Market | FREE – Young local entrepreneurs are the spotlight for this exciting small business event showcasing the talents of up-and-coming kid entrepreneurs, artists, and makers. Join the fun with Break Free Hip Hop School, kids crafts and activities on the Market’s green space. 11am to 5pm.
• Rooftop Sunset Concert: Emilie Clepper & Trevor Reichman at Hotel Lucine | No Cover – Canadian musician Clepper and Houston’s own Reichman display their singer-songwriter talents under the stars by the sea at Galveston’s new boutique hotel on the Seawall. 6pm to 9pm.
• Kountry Wayne in Concert at 713 Music Hall – Described as raw, real and wickedly-hilarious, this Georgia native and master storyteller comedian brings a night of introspective comedy and real-life connections to Downtown. $57.50 and up. 7:30pm.
• Comedian Vanessa Gonzalez at The Secret Group – A Variety “Top 10 Comics to Watch,” the stand-up comedian, writer and actress comes to EaDo for one night only. $15 and up. 8pm.
• Carousel Club Burlesque at House of Blues – Relive the burlesque heyday with pinup girls and vixens in this in this open-room peepshow. Ages 21 and up. $25 and up. 8pm.
• Gasolina Reggaetón Party at White Oak Music Hall – Reggaeton and Latin music fans can turn up the volume here with a night of dancing and vibing out at White Oak’s downstairs stage. $15. 9pm.
• Taylor Fest at Warehouse Live Midtown – Swifties, be prepared to dance the night away at this all-night party with all the beloved tunes of the superstar singer. $12 and up. 9pm.
• Paco Osuna DJ Set at Bauhaus – Save the date for the return of one of Bauhaus’ favorites, sharing Latin Tech House music all night long. $20 and up. 10pm.
• Cassian DJ Set at Stereo Live – Australia’s young export will have the dance floor on fire with his legendary mixes sharing what the rest of the world, from New York to Rome, has already experienced. $10. 10pm.

Saturday, March 16, 2024 

• St Patrick’s Parade Watch Party at El Big Bad | FREE – As the annual parade rolls through Downtown, you can catch it all with prime views from the tequila-infused El Big Bad. VIP tickets are required for the balcony, but general admission to the bar is free. 11am to 4pm.
• Griff’s Annual Irish Crawfish Boil at Velvet Oak Tavern | No Cover – Enjoy a tasty, all-day Irish crawfish and shrimp boil with live music from the Zydeco Bulls and Snit’s Dog and Pony Show, green beer, and food from Velvet Oak Tavern and Bollo’s Woodfired Pizza Truck. Return on Sunday for the official St. Paddy’s Day party. Crawfish $8 per pound. 11am to close.
• 63rd Annual Houston St. Patrick’s Parade & Celebration at Post Houston | FREE – The annual parade hits the streets of Downtown, winding around Market Square Park toward Post for an award ceremony. All afternoon long, Post will host family-friendly activities with games, food, Irish performances, an outdoor market, live music and more. Proceeds from the event go to help rebuild the Montrose institution which caught fire in early 2023. Noon to 4pm.
• St. Patrick’s Celebration & Crawfish at Vallensons’ Brewing Company | FREE – The Pearland brewery hosts a full day of partying with live music by Patty O’Beers and crawfish served up hot. Vallensons’ will also be dropping special beer releases for the occasion. 2pm to 10pm.
• 4th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party at Social Beer Garden | No Cover – The Midtown beer garden will serve up free Jell-O shots while they last along with $5 green beers, drink specials, DJ tunes, a special “Luck of the Irish” burlesque show, and more. 21+ only. 5pm to 2am.
• HOUstory: Archeology in Houston at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center – Head outdoors for a night hike with a Saint Arnold beer and light bites in your belly as you get a glimpse into our city’s history, presented by the Houston Archaeological Society. Ages 16 and up. $50. 6pm.
• Jack Honey: Art, Beats & Lyrics at Post Houston | FREE – Held in the X Atrium, this traveling urban art and music exhibition features uniquely curated showcases that blur the line between artist and audience. In the past, the even has featured performances from the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Rapsody, Mannie Fresh, Scarface, and Bun B. Free with RSVP. 7pm.
• Brian Stokes Mitchell in Concert at the Grand 1894 Opera House – The two-time Tony Award winner comes to Galveston with a bevy of classic tunes from Broadway, opera, film and more. The so-called “Last Leading Man” will perform hits from Kiss of the Spider, Jelly’s Last Jam, and Shuffle Along, among others. $41 and up. 8pm.
• Comedian Nataly Aukar at the Secret Group – The New York-based comedian has opened sets for fellow comics like Mo Amer, Ramy Youssef and Hasan Minhaj, and now takes the stage in EaDo. $15 and up. 8pm.
• Pre-St. Patrick’s Day Concert with Lectric Eye at Continental Club – Grab your green for this special concert that helps usher in the day-of celebrations, featuring classic David Bowie tunes and ’80s dance party hits courtesy of Lectric Eye. $10 and up. 9pm.
• Devotional: The Depeche Mode Experience at Numbers Nightclub – Relive this iconic music on Houston’s historic dance floor that has helped the band climb to global fame. Rythmus and Channel 69 are in support. $25. 9pm.

St. Patrick’s Day, Sunday, March 17, 2024 

• Saint Patrick’s Day at Saint Arnold Brewing Company | No Cover – Houston’s oldest brewery throws another St. Patrick’s Day bash at the beer garden with beer, delicious eats, live entertainment and more, plus the return of the annual Donegal Beard Growing competition. 11am to 11pm.
• Griff’s Annual St. Paddy’s Day Party at Velvet Oak Tavern – Griff’s big event lands on St. Patrick’s Day itself, with live music on a big outdoor stage, leprechauns, green beer, cold shots, Bollo Woodfired Pizza, festival food, face painting, Irish dancers, and more. Proceeds from the event go to help rebuild the Montrose institution which caught fire in early 2023. $10. 11am to close.
• St. Patrick’s Day at True Anomaly Brewing Company | No Cover – Named Texas Brewery of the Year for two years running, the brewery founded by four guys from NASA eschews the green beers. But this year they’ve added special green St. Patrick’s Day cocktails to their stellar lineup of saisons, tripel, quads, wilds, sours, and hops. Noon to 9pm, with music by DJ Marc West from 2pm to 5pm.
• Saint Patrick’s Day 2024 at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck – The longtime Upper Kirby pub and music venue spills out onto an outdoor stage for a day of traditional bagpipers, a special St. Patrick’s food and drink menu, and plenty of good-spirited fun. VIP indoor celebrations are sold out; $30 for the outdoor only party. Noon to 2am.
• St. Patricks’ Day Party at Sam Houston Race Park – Buck Yeager and a live bagpiper headline this Sunday Funday series at the horse racing park, along with beer from Eureka Heights and grub courtesy of Texasiana food truck. Clutch City Crawfish will also be on-site, plus you can take in fun family activities like a petting zoo, pony rides, inflatables, and arts and crafts. $5; free for ages 5 and under. 12:30pm to 5pm.
• St. Paddy’s Day Bash at Urban South HTX | No Cover – The Arts District brewery throws a big party with beer specials and themed cocktails, plus face painting, a bounce house and more. 1pm to 6pm.
• St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl in the Heights – Set off on a pub crawl through White Oak institutions, starting at Christian’s Tailgate and proceeding through nearby spots like Bobcat Teddy’s Ice House, Onion Creek, EZ’s Liquor Lounge and several others. $15 and up. 1pm to 2am.
• Punk Rock Garage Sale: St. Patrick’s Day Edition at Bad Astronaut Brewing | FREE – In Northside, this monthly garage sale returns with more than 50 vendors selling everything from shirts, music and art to collectibles, music gear, crafts and more. 2pm to 6pm.
• Steve Aoki DJ Set at Clé Day & Night – It’s a St. Patrick’s Day pool party, and you’ll want to bring your best fashion-forward self as you groove to the tunes by one of the biggest DJs, set to the Midtown skyline. Ages 21 and up. $50. 2pm to 8pm.
• Party on St. Paddy’s at Baker Street Pub in Sugar Land | FREE – Along with a night of live music, contests and drink specials, the Sugar Land pub will also be doling out themed party favors and big prizes to celebrate the holiday. 4pm to 8pm.
• Teachers Gone Bad at Houston Improv – Hear the hot topics and grievances of teachers at this laugh-out-loud set that’s part group therapy session at the Spring Branch comedy club. $54 and up. 6pm.

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