Plan Your Weekend: April 13 to 16, 2023

• 30th Annual Tour de Braz Bike Ride at Alvin Community College – Alvin Community College is the starting point for a beautiful, family-friendly ride through the Brazoria area countryside along 34-, 50-, 65-, and 100-mile routes with a post-race beer garden, music, and free food after. Registration starts at $40 per person. 7am to 5pm.
• Hatchling Hustle 5k at Babe’s Beach – Turtle Island Restoration Network is putting on their first 5K and 1-mile fun run in Galveston to benefit the network and raise awareness for sea turtle nesting season. Registration is $40 for the 5K ($30 for ages 17 and under); $25 for the 1-mile fun run ($20 for ages 17 and under). 7:30am to 11am.
• 3rd Annual Race for the Dome at the Houston Astrodome – Celebrate the Dome’s 58th birthday with fellow Dome lovers as you take part in a 5k racing around the iconic space. Kids can also participate in the 1K event. $35; $20 for Kids 1k. 8am.
• Kegs & Eggs Sand Volleyball Tournament at Wakefield Crowbar – Power up on breakfast tacos and then play volleyball to help raise funds for a good cause. $30 and up. 9am to 9pm.
• Lauren Anderson Ballet Master Class at Fort Bend Academy of Arts & Dance – Ages 12 and up are welcome to drop in on this class taught by the barrier-breaking prima ballerina, Lauren Anderson. $25. 10am to 11:30am.
• Studio Saturday at Rienzi – Artists of all levels can discover new techniques for drawing, sketching and composition at the MFAH’s center for European Decorative Arts. $10. 10am to 6pm.
• Holler Spring Fling Market at Holler Brewing Co. | FREE – This family-friendly event at the Arts District brewery features beer, more than 20 vendors, live music and more. 11am.
• NAHSE Houston Scholarship Committee Brunch & Books at Dish Society | No Cover – The Houston chapter of the National Association of Health Services Executives hosts this event to raise money for its scholarship fund. Bring a new or gently used to book to exchange with other participants. Food purchases are on you. Space is limited and registration is required. 11am to 1pm.

36th Art Car Parade
Allen Parkway
^{Saturday, April 15}

This beloved event revs up along Allen Parkway with incredible creations on wheels cruising the streets of Houston. Come early from 9am to 11am to see the cars lineup and enjoy a mini music festival with food trucks and beverages.

FREE | Parade at 2pm

• Galveston’s First Death Cafe at Fisherman’s Wharf | FREE – Part of a global gathering, this inclusive group of people meets for a safe, nurturing discussion on death, dying and connected subjects to help people make the most of their finite lives. 11am to 2pm.
• Como La Flor Market at the Esplanade on Navigation | No Cover – This recurring pet-friendly market in East Downtown offers an afternoon of cumbias, cultura and local vendors offering handcrafted and one-of-a-kind goods, with some special tributes to Selena. 11am to 4pm.
• Black Restaurant Week: The Finale Sunday Brunch at Astor Farm to Table – Wrap up the two-week celebration of Black-owned restaurants with a Sunday brunch at the Katy-area farm-to-table restaurant. Menu prices vary. 11am to 4pm.
• Houston Roughnecks vs. Vegas Vipers at TDECU Stadium – Cheer on the Roughnecks in their final home game of the regular season before they head into the playoffs. $10 and up. 11:30am.
• 15th Annual Margarita Taste Off at Kirby Ice House Memorial City – Who’s got the best margarita? You decide as you sip, sample and vote for your favorites. There’s also a DJ, auction, beer and wine, a tequila station, photo ops and other fun. $100. 1pm.
• Fright Night Halloween Fest & Market 1.5 at Bad Astronaut Brewing Co. – Wear a costume and celebrate the halfway point to Halloween with over 50 local vendors, unusual performances, craft beer, live music from Holy Hell, and more. $10 and up; free for ages 10 and under. 1pm to 9pm.
• 36th Annual Houston Art Car Parade on Allen Parkway | FREE – This beloved event revs up along Allen Parkway with incredible creations on wheels cruising the streets of Houston. Come early from 9am to 11am to see the cars lineup and enjoy a mini music festival with food trucks and beverages. Parade begins at 2pm.
• Nia in the Garden at the Houston Botanic Garden – This Saturday afternoon class merges music, movement and mindfulness in an immersive community dance routine called “Bloom,” inspired by the lifecycle of a flower. $47. 2pm to 4pm.
• Craft Beer, Wine & Crawfish Festival at Margaritaville Lake Resort – Samples from local breweries and wineries highlight the offerings at this festival at the Lake Conroe resort that also includes Zydeco music, shopping and, of course, crawfish. $25. 2pm to 5pm.

Love Street Music Fest
Karbach Brewing
^{Saturday, April 15}

Grammy-nominated rockers Spoon, Jukebox the Ghost, and Mind Shrine all perform at this year’s installment of the brewery’s popular event.

$40 and up | 5pm to 10pm

• Houston Whiskey Riot 2023 at Post Houston – Sip more than 200 whiskies, meet master distillers, check out innovative whiskey cocktails and bring home a special tasting glass at this whiskey blowout in Downtown. $85 and up. 4pm to 7pm.
• Puranava Indian Art & Culture Fest at Pearland Town Center | FREE – Celebrate Indian culture with an afternoon of arts performances, art exhibits, hands-on activities, a bazaar with food and local vendors, plus youth competitions in chess, art, trivia and more. 4pm to 8pm.
• Selena Movie Screening at Rooftop Cinema Club Uptown – Take in a screening of the 1997 classic biopic that traces Selena’s rise to stardom with an outdoor movie in Uptown. $17.50 and up. 4:15pm.
• Houston Sabercats vs. Dallas Jackals at Aveva Stadium – Cheer on Houston’s rugby squad as they take on in-state rivals from the Big D. $15 and up. 5pm. 
• Texas Cigar Festival at NRG Park – Meet some of the biggest names in cigars, enjoy great smokes, food from chef Tommy Hawk of Elements HTX, and more at this festival for the aficionado. $99 and up. 5pm to 9pm.
• Love Street Music Fest at Karbach Brewing – Grammy-nominated rockers Spoon, Jukebox the Ghost, and Mind Shrine all perform at this year’s installment of the brewery’s popular event. $40 and up. 5pm to 10pm.
• Bippi: The Wonderful World Tour at Bayou Music Center – Bippi and his friend Meekah show you what’s different about several cities in this family-friendly show that’s sure to have you dancing and singing along. $32 and up. 6pm.
• Flea by Night at Discovery Green | No Cover – Treasure hunt for one-of-a-kind vintage, handmade, recycled and local goods while you enjoy live music and food trucks at the Downtown greenspace. 6pm to 10pm.

M83 in Concert
White Oak Music Hall
^{Saturday, April 15}

The French electronic dream pop band comes to Houston to perform live at the White Oak lawn, marking their first album in four years, Fantasy.

$40 and up | 7pm

• M83 in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The French electronic dream pop band comes to Houston to perform live at the White Oak lawn, marking their first album in four years, Fantasy. $40 and up. 7pm.
• The Icons: Selena Tribute at Sugar Land Town Square | FREE – In celebration of Selena Day and the Queen of Tejano, the Sugar Land hub for shopping and dining hosts a free concert with all of Selena’s hits. 7:30pm.
• Grupo Arriesgado at Smart Financial Centre – The regional Mexican gospel band out of Dallas is heading over to Sugar Land for a powerful and energy-filled performance. $35.50 and up. 8pm.
• Noche de Selena at Axelrad Beer Garden | FREE – Celebrate the contributions of Selena at the neon garden in Third Ward, which hosts a night of live music and Selena videos all evening. Vanita Leo, Chapy Moon and Rosez perform. 21+ only. 8pm.
• Danza Espectacular at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – This one-of-a-kind showcase brings Houston performers to the stage for a night of multiple cultures moving to the sounds of classical art music. 8pm.
• heART&Soul Vol. 121: We Spit Poetry at MATCH – New Orleans’ James Just performs spoken word, preceded by a mixer event with DJ LoQi spinning neo soul and R&B. $15. 8pm.
• Narrow Head in Concert at the Secret Group – Houston’s own Narrow Head plays a grunge show in East Downtown. $18 and up. 8pm.
• Be Our Guest: A Disney DJ Night at House of Blues – Dance all night long to your favorite Disney tunes at this singalong in Downtown. $20. 9pm.

• More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston are happening all weekend long. Check out this week’s list, local attractions and destinations, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum and brewery passes, tours, and more.

• Run for the Rose 5K & Family K at University of Houston – This 20th annual charity run raises funds for brain cancer research in the name of Dr. Marnie Rose, who lost her life to the disease in 2002. Those participating will follow a stroll, 1K, or 5K route snaking through a part of the University of Houston campus. $35 and up; $15 and up for ages 3 to 12. 8am.
• Goat Yoga & Discovery Playtime at B-52 Brewing – Head to Conroe and join Goat Yoga Houston for this all-levels yoga class where goats “help” you meditate and perfect your poses. All levels welcome. $36. 10am.
• Houston BrisketU at Spindletop Brewery – Up your grill game as you learn tips from accomplished pit masters. $119. Noon to 3pm.
• Brazilian Food & Music Festival at Wildcatter Saloon – Live music, vendors and authentic Brazilian food are all part of the festivities at this annual family-friendly event celebrating the culture of Brasil. $10. Noon to 6pm.
• Taste of the Nation at the Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park – With 100% of event proceeds benefiting the No Kid Hungry campaign to end childhood hunger in Texas and across the U.S., Houston’s Taste of the Nation returns for 2023, featuring dozens of the city’s top culinary talents—including Ryan Pera, Bobby Mattos, Alba Huerta, Leonard Botello IV, Evelyn Garcia, Rebecca Masson, and more. Guests can expect an afternoon of unlimited bites, curated drinks and entertainment to the backdrop of the city skyline. $95; $35 for youth admission; $115 for early admission at noon. 1pm to 4pm.
• Obscure Houston Oddities Market April Fools Festival at Numbers Nightclub – This one-of-a-kind market features a goth boutique, taxidermy, bones and skulls, antiques, and other curiosities from local vendors. $7 in advance; $10 at the door. 1pm to 8pm.
• Pug Social at Little Woodrow’s Midtown | FREE – Bring your pug along to play with fellow canines while you chill with other pug parents at the Midtown outpost of Little Woodrow’s. 2pm.
• Selena Day at Dan Electros | FREE – DJ Rosez spins a tribute to Selena at the Heights bar, which also screens the Queen’s iconic concert in the Astrodome. 2pm to 5pm.

Selena Movie Party
Alamo Drafthouse
^{Sunday, April 16}

Celebrate Selena Day with a screening of the biographical film, Selena, complete with singalong opportunities, props and more.

$15.15 | 6pm

• Citywide Yom HaShoah Observance at Congregation Emanu El | FREE – Holocaust Museum Houston hosts this remembrance service in honor of the six million Jews who lost their lives in the Holocaust. 3pm.
• Archeology Now presents Cuisine for an Empire: The Mughlai Royal Palate at Bombay Brasserie – Feast like a Mughal prince at a 2-hour tasting dinner dedicated to the culinary riches of Northern India—heavily influenced by trade along the Spice Route, international diplomacy, and political networks. Savor lavish dishes and learn about the cuisine from Indian archaeologist, Dr. Namita Sugandhi. $65. 4pm.
• Battleship Texas Dry Dock Tour at Gulf Copper Dry Dock & Rig Repair in Galveston – Visit the legendary Battleship Texas, which served in both WWI and WWII, as it undergoes renovation and repairs in dry dock. The hour-long tours are very limited. Future dates and times are available. 4pm. $150.
• Reflections of Patsy Cline at Main Street Crossing – Vocalist Lisa Layne performs a tribute show to the legendary country music icon, Patsy Cline. $35. 4pm.
• Indian Performing Arts Samskriti: Krishnaya Tubhyam Namaha at MATCH – This dance performance of Krishnaya Tubhyam Namaha is a thematic presentation of stories about the many facets of Krishna. Mahati Kanan, the disciple and grand niece of Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam, leads the performance. $20 and up. 4pm.
• USPA General George S. Brown Cup presented By QR Jets at Houston Polo Club – On a special Wear Your Whites Day, families can come out to see the ponies get up and down the pitch in an exciting evening of polo action. Enjoy a player parade, live music, a Champagne divot stomp at halftime, and more. $35; $15.50 for ages 12 and under. Boxes for 2 to 20 guests range from $89 to $895. 5pm.
• Jazzy Sundays: Jason Moran at Discovery Green | FREE – The Jazzy Sundays series rolls on with a performance form Houston’s own acclaimed jazz pianist, composer and artist, Jason Moran. 5pm to 7pm.
• Selena Movie Party at Alamo Drafthouse – Celebrate Selena Day with a screening of the biographical film, Selena, complete with singalong opportunities, props and more. $15.15. 6pm.
• The Cactus Blossoms in Concert at Continental Club – The indie rock band performs live, with Riley Downing opening the show. $20 and up. 8pm.
• Selena Movie Screening at Axelrad Beer Garden | FREE – Close out Selena Day proper when Axelrad hosts an outdoor screening of the 1997 classic. 8:30pm.

• More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston are happening all weekend long. Check out this week’s list, local attractions and destinations, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum passes, tours, and more.

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