Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with the 365 Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, August 15 to Sunday, August 18, 2024.
The dog days of summer have officially arrived in Houston, and this weekend is bringing the heat across town.
Catch a weekend of Hall of Fame celebrations with the Astros, delayed 713 Day celebrations in Katy, and a mega-adoption event in Downtown with thousands of pets looking for a new home.
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All Weekend Long
- Climate Migrations: Displacement, Travel, Home at Post Houston | Daily | FREE – An exhibition now in its final weeks, the Houston Climate Justice Museum & Cultural Center explores climate breakdown and migration throughout human and more-than-human worlds. exploring the intersection of climate breakdown and migration in both human and more-than-human worlds. 11am to 6pm.
- Raqib Shaw: Ballads of East & West at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston | Daily – Just a few weeks remain to immerse yourself within the luminous paintings of Raqib Shaw, which pulls Eastern and Western influences to merge fable, history and autobiography. Free on Thursday; $24 other days. Times vary.
- Comedian Dusty Slay at Houston Improv | Daily – Observational, blue-collar humor is par for the night with this Nashville native, who’s appeared on the talk show circuit and recently dropped his first Netflix special, Workin’ Man. $100 for 4. Times vary.
- Stages presents Miss Rhythm: The Legend of Ruth Brown at the Gordy | Daily – Spend the evening with the trailblazing Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and icon, who ran the world of R&B and was catapulted to global fame in the 1950s. $64 and up. Showtimes vary.
- Comedian Nathan Macintosh at The Riot Comedy Club | Friday & Saturday – Featured on spots across the late night circuit, the touring comic arrives in Montrose for back-to-back nights. $20 and up. 7pm and 9pm.
- Houston Astros vs. Chicago White Sox at Minute Maid Park | Friday to Sunday – It’s an Astros Hall of Fame weekend, so arrive early for huge giveaways like a Jose Altuve replica jersey, a commemorative Altuve bobblehead, and a retro Astros duffle bag. $20 and up. Times vary.
- Dirt Dogs Unleashed presents Frenzy at MATCH | Friday to Sunday – This world premiere tells of the story of Rebecca, who is leading the multi-million-dollar acquisition of her sister’s firm when things go awry. $30. 8pm.
- Malibu Barbie Cafe at JunctionHTX Beer Garden | Friday to Sunday | Ongoing – Master Chef finalist and Chopped Champion Chef Becky Brown crafts a fast casual menu for a Barbiecore dining experience, with curated cocktails like the Think Pink Margarita. $25 and up for a 90-minute reservation. 10am to 9pm.
- Mega Adoption Event at George R. Brown Convention Center | Saturday & Sunday – More than 1,000 dogs and cats, from puppies and kittens to senior animals, will be available for adoption at this fourth annual supersized event in Downtown. Adoption fees are just $35 and you’ll take them home the same day. All animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on vaccinations. 10am to 5pm.
Thursday, August 15, 2024
- The Music of Lonesome Dove: Talk & Performance by Jordan Tucker at the Bryan Museum – Explore the beautiful, iconic music of the epic Lonesome Dove miniseries with San Jacinto College professor and film music historian Jordan Tucker. $15. 5:30pm.
- Blanket Bingo at Market Square Park – Kick off a new season of this popular Downtown event, sprawling out on a blanket for a night of fun, music and prizes. $10 cash. 6pm.
- Poems of Their Future: An Evening of Poetry & Performance at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston | FREE – Come for the vibes at this event featuring Houston Poet Laureate Aris Kian, music by Tasiah Iman, and poetry and dance by Avalon Hogans and Joy Crissmon with co-creative direction by Goodnews Nwankwo. 6pm to 8pm.
- Pup Bingo at The Dog Bar | FREE – Don’t miss this pawty with your furry BFFs in a fun night out, where your dog can sip a PupTail or a Doggy Beer while the humans can also enjoy a cold drink. 6:30pm.
- The Mountain Grass in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The steadily popular Jamgrass trio from Birmingham, Alabama takes the stage on their summer tour. $15. 7pm.
- Comedian Frankie Quiñones at Wortham Center – The comedian known for his roles in the Hulu series, The Fool, and his cholo-turned-fitness guru character, Creeper, brings his comedy to the big stage in Downtown. $29.50 and up. 7:30pm.
- PJ Morton in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The singer-songwriter—and keyboardist for pop band Maroon 5—comes to Houston for his Cape Town to Cairo Tour with special guest, The Cavemen. $35 and up. 8pm.
- Shake Russell in Concert at Main Street Crossing – The legendary songwriter with multiple awards and 30 albums throughout his career arrives in Tomball to perform songs from his latest, Chasing the Song. $28 and up. 8pm.
- Las Leonas in Concert at Arena Theatre – Mexican actresses and singers Victoria Ruffo, Angelica Aragon, Ana Patricia Rojo and more join forces for a USA Tour, swinging through the Southwest Houston theater. $62 and up. 8:30pm.
- A Date with Elvis Hosted by Johnny Ono at Continental Club – A handful of Houston’s best musicians come together to celebrate the King. The night’s lineup includes Paul Beebe, Eric C. Hughes, Tino Ortega, Hunter Perrin, and more. $10. 9pm.
- The Mother Talkers in Concert at Big Top Lounge – The Mid-Main spot hosts an intimate show that blends rock, punk and blues, with Of 82 opening the show. $10. 9pm.
Friday, August 16, 2024
- ThinkINK 2024 Closing Reception at The Silos at Sawyer Yards | FREE – PrintHouston’s Annual Members’ Exhibition features an amazing selection of lithography, woodcut, linoleum cut, etching, drypoint, metal engraving, and screen printing. 6pm to 8pm.
- Barry Manilow in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – The iconic singer and songwriter, known for hit songs like “Could It Be Magic,” “Looks Like We Made It,” and “Mandy” performs live in his final Sugar Land performance. $51 and up. 7pm.
- Juvenile & the 400 Degreez Band in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – Throw it back for the 25th Anniversary Back That Azz Up Tour with the Cash Money Records rapper and live band. $49.50 and up. 7pm.
- Lady Bits: 6th Anniversary Headliner Edition at The Secret Group – Celebrating its sixth anniversary, the Lady Bits show at the EaDo comedy club features stand-up from Netra Netra Netra and Lotto Marie, hosted by Tressa Eleby. $10 and up. 7pm.
- The Roots in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The legendary hip-hop band, who moonlight as backing band for The Tonight Show, bring the Hip-Hop Is The LOML Tour to Post Houston, led by Black Thought and Questlove. $39.75 and up. 8pm.
- Kings of Leon in Concert at Toyota Center – The Grammy Award–winning, multi-platinum rock band hits the road with their ninth full-length record, Can We Please Have Fun, joined by Phantogram. $19.95 and up. 8pm.
- Pecos Hank in Concert at Dan Electro’s – The storm chasing, snake handling YouTube star brings a new single cut by Splice Records to the Heights guitar bar. $10 and up. 8pm.
- Incredible India: Krishnaa: Fire to Frost at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – The Abhinava Dance Company tells the story of Draupadi, one of the most memorable characters in the great Indian epic, the Mahabharata. Through narration, song and dance, Draupadi’s tale is told with its many life experiences that shaped her unique perspective and journey toward peace through dignity, elegance and power. 8:30pm.
- Brandon McDermott Band in Concert at Old Quarter Acoustic Café – The legendary listening room in Galveston welcomes the Texas band led by Brandon McDermott. $15. 8:30pm.
- Mister & Miss Pride Galveston Pageant at Island Time Beach Bar – In the run up to Pride Galveston (taking place over Labor Day Weekend), contenders for the Mister & Miss Pride titles will sashay, strut and celebrate individuality in a celebratory night near the Seawall. Cover at the door. 9pm to 11pm.
- Pink Emo Club at Barbarella – Party like a Midwest princess at this indie pop party with hits and deep cuts from artists like Chappell Roan, Charlie XCX, Muna, Sabrina Carpenter, and many more. $12.83. 9:30pm.
- Lost Kings DJ Set at Noto Houston – Catch a live set by the LA-based EDM duo at the East End nightclub. $15. 10pm.
- Yetep DJ Set at Stereo Live – The West Houston venue hosts a live set when Yetep comes through on the Common Unity Tour. Ages 18 and up. $19.99. 10pm.
- Magdalena DJ Set at Bauhaus – The house and techno queen from Hamburg makes her Bauhaus debut in Downtown. $10 and up. 10pm.
Things to Do on Saturday, August 17 & Sunday, August 18, 2024
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