Get a Nightlife This Week: October 23 to 29, 2023

Find the can’t-miss events in Houston with our Day + Nightlife Guide from Monday, October 23 to Sunday, October 29, 2023.

Your favorite nightlife guide is back to cure your weekly FOMO. We’ve got you covered with our in-the-know list of art, music, and nightlife events happening all week long around Houston, from Monday through Sunday.

Day + Nightlife Guide in Houston This Week: October 23 to 29, 2023

Ongoing

• Island Oktoberfest at First Lutheran Church of Galveston | Friday & Saturday | FREE – Galveston’s family-friendly festival returns for its 41st year, offering a weekend of free entertainment, food, rides and games. Enjoy traditional German food and drink while you take in a slate of polka performers on both days. Friday 5pm to 10pm; Saturday 11am to 10pm.
• The Riot Comedy Club presents Ian Lara at Rudyard’s Pub | Friday & Saturday – A year after dropping his HBO debut special, Romantic Comedy, the rising comic from New York City swings through the Montrose laugh house for back-to-back nights upstairs. $20 and up. Times vary.
• Dia de los Muertos Celebration at City Place | Friday to Sunday | Some FREE – Immerse yourself in all things Day of the Dead at a three-day celebration headlined by Friday’s Art of the Spirit Cocktail Party, Saturday’s Mercado and Calacas & Cocktails procession, and Sunday’s free screening of Coco. Times and prices vary.
• Comedian Michael Blaustein at Houston Improv | Friday to Sunday – The comedian and co-host of the Stiff Socks podcast with fellow comic Trevor Wallace stops by the Improv for a weekend of on-stage hilarity. $70 for 2, and up. Times vary.

Monday, October 23, 2023

• Open Mic at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck | No Cover – The weekly open mic at the Upper Kirby haunt invites all types of performers to the stage, where you’ll hear folk, country and acoustic songs alongside the occasional comedian and poet. 6pm to 9:30pm.
• Kevin Russell of Shiny Ribs in Concert at Main Street Crossing – The charismatic frontman of the Austin-based nine-piece supergroup, Shinyribs, Kevin Russell takes the stage in Tomball. $50 and up. 8pm.
• Midi Memory in Concert at Last Concert Cafe – Soak up the dark wave vibes from synth pop group Midi Memory when they roll through the near Downtown stage. $16 and up. 8pm.

Tuesday, October 24, 2023

• Bia in Concert at Rise Rooftop – The “Whole Lotta Money” singer hits the Midtown rooftop with songs from her summer EP, Really Her. $30 and up. 6pm.
• Boos & Booze at Union Kitchen Cypress – Union Kitchen hosts a night of mixology and finger foods where you’ll learn shake up your own cocktails and enjoy a spooky night out in Cypress. Costumes highly encouraged. $66.66, including tax and gratuity. 6pm to 8pm.
• Taylor Swift Trivia Night at City Orchard | No Cover – Swifties can hit up the Arts District cidery for tough rounds of Taylor Swift trivia. While there, check out the menu of Swift-themed cider drinks, grab a bite, and participate in the post-trivia Taylor Swift costume contest. 7pm.
• Yeule in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The ambient post-pop superstar from Singapore is taking over the downstairs stage at White Oak, where she’ll bring her brand new record Softscars, an introspective representation of the past scars collected by the singer. $22. 7pm.

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

• 4 Hands Dinner: Thailand Edition at Musaafer – The luxe Indian restaurant hosts a collaboration dinner with Musaafer’s Chef Mayank Istwal, joined by Street to Kitchen’s Chef Benchawan Jabthong Painter, who recently took home a James Beard award for best Texas chef. Together, they’ll create an 8-course dinner that blends the flavors of Indian and Thai cuisine. $170. 5pm.
• Luna Harvest Festival at Eastern Glades | FREE – Held at the Live Oak Court in Eastern Glades, this festival of the harvest moon will host cultural arts and crafts, treats and food trucks for a ghoulishly good time. 5pm to 7pm.
• Hike, Bike & Fright Fest: Spooky Walk at M-K-T | FREE – This social walk and run kicks off the fest along the Heights Hike & Bike Trail, hosted by local running groups. After you put in the work, toast to fall cocktail specials that can be found at Highline Park. 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
• CultureMap‘s The Tailgate at Silver Street Studios – Arts District hosts this tailgate-themed event complete with foods from award-winning chefs, gameday-inspired cocktails, activities, live entertainment, and more. $35 and up. 7pm.
• Zack Fox in Concert at Warehouse Live – The comedian, rapper and writer makes a stop in EaDo while on a nationwide tour that brings a blend of his talents to the stage. $29.50 and up. 8pm.
• Pat Green in Concert at The Rustic Downtown – The Texas country singer-songwriter spends an evening at the Rustic in Downtown. $27 and up. 8pm.
• 6lack in Concert at Bayou Music Center – The Maryland based hip-hop artist, who has worked with everyone from the Gorillaz to Elton John, is bringing his third studio album Since I Have a Lover to the Bayou City. $49.50 and up. 8pm.

Thursday, October 26, 2023

• Hike, Bike & Fright Fest: The Addams Family Movie Night & Shop Local Market at M-K-T | FREE – Soak up some spooky vibes with free Karbach brews and drink specials at trailside patio bars, plus a Battle of the Wednesdays Costume Contest, a step-by-step lesson in the viral Wednesday Addams dance trend, DJ tunes, and a screening of the 1991 classic, The Addams Family. 5pm to 9pm.
• Boos & Brews on 19th Street | FREE – The bustling Heights street offers trick-or-treating for kiddos, while adults can grab a souvenir pint glass for $20 and enjoy free brews from local breweries along the street. Kids, adults and pets can also participate in the night’s costume contests. 5pm to 9pm.
• Lawndale Art Center: Hair Ball at Houston Botanic Garden – The annual festive fundraiser celebrates 30 years with a diamonds, pearls and curls–themed bash in the South Houston botanic gardens. Enjoy cocktails and bites, dance the night away, and help support one of Houston’s vital arts institutions. $150. 6pm to 10pm.
• Unknown Mortal Orchestra in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The psychedelic indie funk band are fresh off the release of their fifth studio album, V, and are bringing their signature introspective tunes to the Northside. $32 and up. 7pm.
• Six Scenes From Our Future Opening Reception at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston | FREE – Celebrate the opening of CAMH’s new exhibition at a reception that also kicks off the 75th anniversary of Houston’s home to contemporary art. Food and drink will be available for purchase, and you can take in live music and after hours dancing with DJ Amarji. 7pm to 9pm.
• Halloween Movie Series: A Nightmare on Elm Street at Daiquiri Time Out | FREE – The Galveston daiquiri spot wraps up its Halloween Movie Series with a screening of A Nightmare on Elm Street. Along with the screening, fans can enjoy trivia, prizes, cocktails and more. 7:30pm to 10:30pm.
• Durand Jones in Concert at Last Concert Cafe – The Downtown haunt for Tex-Mex and live music hosts contemporary soul artist Durand Jones, who visits on the heels of releasing his fourth album, Wait Til I Get Over. $24.50 and up. 8pm.

Friday, October 27, 2023 

• Hops & History: A Tour of Old Settler’s Cemetery in Pearland – Take a tour starting from Vallensons’ Brewery in Pearland to the Old Settler’s Cemetary—just 20 minutes away—and hear some of the history from Pearland’s early beginnings. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and include two drink tokens. $25. 6pm.
• Punch Party at Rienzi – Pull up for a masquerade ball at MFAH’s house for European decorative arts in River Oaks. Enjoy English punch, tour the collection and enjoy music at the Rienzi’s pool garden and from the terrace. $65. 6pm to 8pm.
• Nature Horror Stories: An Adult Halloween Nature Night at Nature Discovery Center – This adults-only after hours event at the Nature Discovery Center in Bellaire sets out on a night hike through the park, with creepy nature stories, games, snacks and adult beverages. $25. 7pm to 9pm.
• Halloween Costume Party at SpindleTap Brewery | No Cover – The North Houston brewery unveils their latest beer release and crowns a top costume at their Friday night Halloween bash. 7pm to 10pm.
• Payton Howie Live Set at J-Bar-M Barbecue | No Cover – The EaDo barbecue and beer garden destination welcomes Nashville recording artist and singer-songwriter Payton Howie, with support from her band, for an evening of live music under the stars. Take in the tunes as you sip from the full bar and taste award-winning barbecue. 7:30pm to 9:30pm.
• Sonido Gallo Negro in Concert at Axelrad | FREE – The nine-piece from Mexico City brings the sounds of 1960s Peruvian cumbia to the neon garden in Midtown. The band integrates styles like Amazonian cumbia, huayno, cumbia sonidera, boogaloo and chicha (Peruvian cumbia) with electric guitars, Farfisa organ, theremin, flute and of course fluid Latin percussion. 8pm.
• Crowbar Creepshow Halloween Party at Wakefield Crowbar | No Cover – Come dressed as your favorite spooky character, creature or supernatural being and vie for top prize in the costume contest at the Garden Oaks Halloween bash. Enjoy special craft cocktails and live tunes from the Randy Cobio Band. 8pm to 11pm.
• Classic Halloween at Numbers Nightclub – Enjoy a Classic Numbers night with ’80s tunes spun by DJ Wes Wallace, and cash prizes handed out to the best costumes of the night. Cover charge at the door. 9pm to 2am.
• Shrek Rave at Rise Rooftop – Celebrate everyone’s favorite ogre at this costume-heavy bash at the Midtown rooftop featuring live DJs, dancing and tributes to the characters of Shrek. $20 in advance; $30 at the door. 9pm to 2am.
• DNVRMX presents Dracarys at Bauhaus – Open the Halloween weekend with a LGBTQ-friendly bash at the Downtown venue featuring music from DJ Nina Flowers. $20 and up. 10pm.

Saturday, October 28, 2023 

• Witchy Brunch at Brennan’s of Houston – The fine dining Creole institution invites guests to gather ‘round the cauldron for its annual Witchy Brunch. Wear something witchy and enjoy a three-course menu with favorites including Turtle Soup, Gumbo, Eggs Brennan’s, and more. $45. 11am to 2pm.
• Día de los Muertos Celebration at the Esplanade at Navigation | FREE – The Navigation Blvd. Esplanade in Second Ward is the site for a cultural celebration of eternal love that features a day of traditional music and dance performances, a local arts and vendors market, ofrendas, foods, margaritas and more. Noon to 7pm.
• Haunted Halloween Horror Market Pop-Up at Wildcatter Saloon in Katy – The Katy restaurant and grill hosts an all-day pop-up that features horror celebrity meet-and-greets, Halloween costume contests, local vendors, live music and more. $20 and up. Noon to 1am.
• Howl-o-Ween at Holler Brewing Co. | No Cover – Bring your furry friend to the Arts District brewery, where their annual event will crown the next Ambassador Dog and host a pup costume contest along with dog vendors, live music and fresh brews from the tank. 2pm.
• True Anomaly Halloween Bar Crawl in EaDo | No Cover – The out-of-this-world brewery in EaDo hosts a pub crawl this year, with a NASA-inspired Halloween patch up for those who collect stamps at all participating locations. Make your rounds then head back for an after party with DJ Marc West. 4pm to 8pm.
• Parker McCollum in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – On the heels of his summer release, Never Enough, the country star comes to the Woodlands for a night of his fan favorite hits. $51 and up. 7pm.
• LetsDoThisHouston: 90s Hip Hop & R&B Costume Bike Ride at 3rd Ward Tours – Throw on a costume and cruise the streets of Houston with a special bike ride set to ’90s-era hip-hop and R&B tunes. The ride leaves from 3rd Ward Tours near Emancipation Park and will hit up bars along the route for a night of Halloween revelry on two wheels. $11; bike rentals available. 7pm to 10pm.
• Halloween & The Day of the Dead at J-Bar-M Barbecue | FREE – The EaDo barbecue joint celebrates both Halloween and Day of the Dead with a night of music from DJ Pachuco Boogie Sound System and Los Skarnales, plus drink and food specials. 7pm to 10pm.
• 15th Annual Halloween Crawl in Montrose | No Cover – This Halloween bar crawl along the Westheimer Curve returns for another year. Kick off the night at La Grange and Poison Girl, before heading out to Wild, Pistolero’s, Roswell’s Saloon and Boondocks. Prizes are handed out to best costume throughout the night. 7:30pm to 2am.
• Comedian Kathleen Madigan at 713 Music Hall – For over twenty years, Kathleen Madigan has had crowds rolling with laughter and appeared on many late-night shows, comedy specials, and Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee with Jerry Seinfeld. She’ll take the stage at the Post Houston venue on her Boxed Wine & Tiny Banjos Tour. $34 and up. 8pm.
• Ken & Barbie Halloween Party at Red Lion Pub | No Cover – The British pub on Shepherd hosts a night for the Barbies and Kens. Compete in the costume contest and you could take home a $1,000 gift card. 8pm.
• Spirits & Skeletons at Houston Museum of Natural Science – Party it up in HMNS after hours at the annual costumed bash held throughout the entire museum. Dance to live music from Danny Ray and the Atlantic Street Band as well as live DJs, enjoy food trucks outside and get down during spooky hours. $60. 8pm to 1am.
• Texas Halloween Massacre 2023 at Warehouse Live – This year’s edition of the popular costume party heads to EaDo, featuring a $500 costume contest, plus multiple DJs, mechanical bull riding, photo booths, face painting, stilt walkers, vendors and more. $20 and up. 9pm.
• Halloween Ball at Post Houston – The X Atrium at Post is the site for a Halloween weekend party featuring a night of music, live performances by Aerial Acrobats, Polaroids, themed cocktails and other spooky fun. Costumes strongly encouraged. $39 and up. 9pm to 1:30am.
• Underworld’s Halloween Bash at Numbers Nightclub – Welcome the scary hours at the iconic Montrose nightclub with the annual Underworld bash with DJs and dancing all night, plus a traditional Halloween costume contest with cash prizes at midnight. Cover charge at the door. 9pm to 2am.
• Discoween with Disco Expressions at Continental Club – Resident disco party band Disco Expressions spins the hits of the ’70s at this costumes-required event at the Mid-Main bar and stage. $15 and up. 9pm to 2am.
• DNVRMX presents Hocus Pocus at Kiki Houston – In the heart of Montrose, KIKI Houston hosts a night of debauchery with Alex Acosta on the decks and a witches and wizards themed night out on Halloween weekend. $20 and up. 10pm.
• Maxim Halloween Party at Noto Houston – Chase B provides the music for a big club bash at Noto in East End, with costumes required, VIP booths, lounge areas, and bottle service available. $25 and up. 10pm to 2am.

Sunday, October 29, 2023 

• Halloween Market at Karbach Brewing Co. | FREE – The Spring Branch biergarten opens up for a family-friendly bash with food trucks, spooky vendors, costume contests for kids and dogs, pet portraits and more. 11am to 6pm.
• Boos & Brews at Urban South HTX | No Cover – Sip on specialty cocktails and Halloween beers, taste through a themed menu from GastroCraft, and shop local vendors at this Halloween bash on Sunday afternoon in Arts District. 1pm to 6pm.
• Hops & History: A Tour of Old Settler’s Cemetery Family Edition in Pearland – Families can take in a tour of the Old Settler’s Cemetery in this special edition of the history hike that departs from Vallensons’ Brewery. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and include two drink tokens. $25. 2pm.
• Boo-Haus: Lilly Palmer DJ Set at Bauhaus – Party it up on a Halloween Sunday set from Lilly Palmer, along with back-to-back DJ sets and open-late eats from the kitchen. $15 and up. 6pm.
• Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics at the Bell Tower on 34th – The ivy-covered venue north of the Heights hosts a night of classical instrumentals that blend modern favorites like “Thriller,” Franz Schubert, and themes from popular series and movies like The Exorcist, Halloween, Ghostbusters and more. $45 and up. 6:30pm and 8:45pm.
• The Riot Comedy Club presents Adam Muller at Rudyard’s Pub – From the world of finance and into stand-up, Adam Muller crafts a set of his clean, smart comedy that blends the personal and observational. Catch him upstairs at the Montrose pub for a single show. $15 and up. 7pm.
• Gipsy Kings in Concert at Arena Theatre – The global sensation out of France comes to Houston, joined by original vocalist Nicolas Reyes, performing their dance-ready flavor of flamenco, salsa and pop. $52.49 and up. 8pm.

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