Plan Your Weekend: April 11 to 14, 2024

• Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars at NRG Stadium | Daily – Catch this energetic tribute to beloved Disney characters, as they glide the ice to favorite tunes from across the Disney catalog. $20 and up. Times vary.
• Classical Theatre Company presents The Taming of the Shrew at DeLuxe Theater | Daily – This production in Fifth Ward offers a new twist on a Shakespeare classic as a mid-century sitcom about a man who seeks to “tame” a woman to be married. $30. Showtimes vary.
• The Amazing Acro-Cats at MATCH | Daily – Featured in the Netflix series Cat People, this troupe of trained domestic house cats offers a one-of-a-kind 90-minute show with highlights like felines riding skateboards, jumping through hoops, balancing on balls and performing all other feats of agility and entertainment. $40 and up. Times vary.
• Montgomery County Fair & Rodeo at Montgomery County Fairgrounds | Daily | Ongoing – It’s a whirlwind of all things rodeo, with an entire opening weekend of fun, including a bbq cookoff, carnival rides, concerts, family attractions, a classic car show and much more. $10 and up; $5 for ages 5 to 11; free for ages 4 and under. Times vary.
• Comedian Moses Storm at the Riot Comedy Club | Friday & Saturday – On back-to-back nights in Montrose, one of Variety‘s 10 Comics to Watch hits the upstairs stage at Ruds for a set of new, laugh-out-loud material. $20 and up. 7pm and 9pm.

• The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival in Town Green Park | Friday to Sunday – A certain marker that spring has arrived, the 19th Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival brings more than 200 accomplished artists out to the Waterway shores and surroundings with live music, entertainment, and food and drink. $18; free for ages 12 and under. Times vary.
• International Gem & Jewelry Show at NRG Center | Friday to Sunday – Find extraordinary one-of-a-kind jewelry creations, loose gemstones, beaded strands, pearls, watches, antique and estate jewelry, accessories, and more at the return of this weekend gem and jewelry show. $6 and up. Times vary.
• Houston Astros vs. Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park | Friday to Sunday – Just two weeks into the season, the Astros get a rematch of the ALCS when the Texas Rangers come down South for a three-game series at Minute Maid. Giveaways across the weekend include an orange Altuve jersey, a Framber bobblehead, and an Astros cowboy hat. $29 and up. Times vary.
• Crawfish & Zydeco Festival at Kemah Boardwalk | Saturday & Sunday | No Cover – Come hungry and ready to indulge in fresh-boiled crawfish while getting down to Zydeco tunes with a waterfront view in Kemah. Noon to 10pm.
• Houston LatinFest at Crown Festival Park | Saturday & Sunday – Celebrate the Latin diversity of Houston at this 11th annual event that features a slate of Latin music performers and delicious foods from the Central and South American cuisines. $12 and up; free for ages 12 and under. 1pm to 10pm.

Art Car Viewing, Brunch in Memorial & Other Destinations

• Where to Watch the Art Car Parade | Saturday – Whether you take part in pre-parade festivities or you’re hoping to find the best spot to catch one of Houston’s signature events, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know for the big parade.
• Brunch Spots around Memorial | Saturday & Sunday – Grab a hearty bite for brunch at our picks for some of the best spots in this narrow wedge of the Memorial area.
• The Best Spring Markets in Greater Houston | Ongoing – Take to pop-up events this spring across the city of Houston where you can shop local goods, artwork, plants and much more from small businesses while enjoying seasonal fun.
• 50+ Spring Festivals in Greater Houston | Ongoing – Pack your spring with 50+ of the city’s signature festivals that celebrate the worlds of art, music, culture, film and much more, all season long.
• Best Places for Crawfish in Greater Houston | Daily – Dig into mudbugs with our guide to more than 50 restaurants, breweries, bars and other spots where you can find delicious crawfish this season.
• Things to Do in Montrose | Daily – Check out the jam-packed neighborhood at the heart of Houston with our picks for the best things to do throughout Montrose.
• Happy Hour in the Museum District | Daily – Take advantage of tasty happy hour specials at some of our favorite spots in the Museum District.

• LEGO City Tour at Children’s Museum Houston – The LEGO City Tour comes to Houston for an action-packed day filled with make-and-take activities, interactive maze challenges, immersive games, and a chance to win LEGO sets. $17 for ages 1 and up. 9am to 8pm.
• Art Car Sneak Peek at Discovery Green | FREE – Nearly 100 art cars, contraptions, lowriders, SLABs and more will be parked across the Discovery Green campus and along Avenida Houston, offering a chance to preview the parade art pieces, chat with the artists and enjoy kids crafts, music and more. 6pm to 10pm.
• Sunset Yoga at the Water Works – Wind down your Thursday evening with the Breathing Room at Buffalo Bayou for this all-ages and levels session featuring golden hour views of Downtown. Bring your own mat. Suggested donation of $10. 6:30pm.
• Wine & Cheese Pairing at the Texas Wine School – Jointly held with Houston Dairymaids, this two-hour class will set off all your senses as you learn the skills to make your own pairings with six cheeses and wines. $85. 7pm.
• Lauren Daigle in Concert at Toyota Center – If you missed her at her 2023 rodeo debut, catch up with the Grammy Award-winning Christian pop star on her Kaleidoscope Tour, with special guest Victory Boyd. $29 and up. 7pm.
• Seger System: Bob Seger Tribute Concert at Heritage Place | FREE – Relax to the sounds of Bob Seger as you hit the Conroe lawn with your chairs, blankets, food or beverages in a peaceful setting. 7pm to 8:30pm.
• Lecture: Durable Fragility, Ruth Asawa & the Materiality of Line at Menil Drawing Institute | FREE – Dr. Jordan Troeller brings you deeper into the multifaceted practice of artist Ruth Asawa, who shines a light on the fragility of drawing. 7pm.
• Jade Bird in Concert at the Heights Theater – With the end of a relationship in 2022, the veteran musician built a short collection of songs that examine the various stages of grief and offer great insights—all of which can be heard at the intimate Heights stage. $24 and up. 8pm.
• Carver Commodore in Concert at Last Concert Café – The Alabama rock ‘n’ roll band brings their latest EP, If Nothing Happens, to the near Downtown venue, with local indie band Heights. $15. 8pm.
• Objekt DJ Set at Bauhaus – The Berlin-based DJ and producer lands in Downtown for another edition of Bauhaus’ Gulp series. $10 and up. 9pm to 2am.