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Plan Your Weekend: February 20 to 23, 2025
Events are not ranked but are listed in chronological order, by start date and time and then by end date and time. Festivals, shows and events that span multiple days are listed first in our All Weekend Long section.
All Weekend Long
February Chef Dinner Series at Bloom & Bee in the Post Oak Hotel | Thursday to Saturday – The hotel’s expert chefs prepare a curated 6-course feast highlighting the vibrant landscapes of Italy, with each dish paired with a drink. $148.25. 6:30pm nightly.
Comedian Dave Smith at Punch Line Houston | Thursday to Saturday – The comedian, political commentator and comic, known for his regular appearances on The Joe Rogan Experience and Gutfeld!, lands on the Downtown stage for 5 shows. $38 and up. Times vary.
4th Wall Theatre Co: Topdog/Underdog at Studio 101 in Spring Street Studios | Daily | Ongoing – In a darkly comic fable of brotherly love and family identity, Lincoln and Booth—two brothers names as an offhand joke—confront their rivalry and resentment while confronting the future reality. $22 and up. Future dates available. Showtimes vary.
10th Anniversary Weekend Party at Texas T Tavern | Friday & Saturday | No Cover – The beloved Spring Branch watering hole throws out all the stops for 2 days of fun, including a $250 cash drop on Friday, all-you-can-eat crawfish from Boot Shooters BBQ on Saturday, Houston’s hottest DJs, mechanical bull competitions, live music by 57 State, a red carpet entrance, 360 photo booth, and more. Noon to 2am both days.
Houston Symphony: Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert at Jones Hall | Friday & Saturday – See a live screening of what’s widely regarded as the best Star Wars movie of all time (1980, PG) with John Williams’ moving and rousing live score, including the exhilarating “Imperial March”, performed live on stage by the symphony. Prices and showtimes vary.
Indian Film Festival Houston 2025 at Asia Society Texas Center | Friday & Saturday – Asia Society Texas celebrates the cinematic voices of India and the Diaspora with a lineup of fresh feature films, documentaries, and shorts. Live music and a reception accompanies the film both days. $20 and up. Times vary.
Comedian Luenell at Houston Improv | Friday & Saturday – The “Original Bad Girl of Comedy” brings her big personality, booming voice and infectious laughter to the Spring Branch comedy stage for 4 shows. $120 for 4 and up. Times vary.
Mardi Gras! Galveston on Galveston Island | Starts Friday | Ongoing – The third largest Mardi Gras celebration in the U.S. kicks off with 2 weeks of parades, balls, balcony parties, live music, and colorful celebrations, and more, including all ages parades and adults only bacchanals. Some events are free; most official activities in the Mardi Gras district are included in the $15 admission; free for ages 12 and under. Times vary.
More Mardi Gras Parades, Parties, Celebrations & Events in Greater Houston & Galveston | Starts Friday | Ongoing – Find more Mardi Gras festivals and events happening around the Houston metro, now through Fat Tuesday, March 4. Locations, prices, and times vary.
Kemo Sabe Roadhouse Pop-Up Store in Rice Village | Opens Friday | Ongoing – The premier destination for luxury western wear in Round Top, Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, Texas, and Montana pulls into Rice Village to outfit Houstonians for Rodeo season. Open daily until the Rodeo closes on Sunday, March 23. 11am to 7pm daily.
The Rink: Rolling at Discovery Green | Opens Friday | Ongoing – Downtown’s destination park begins its transition from winter into spring with daily outdoor roller skating into April. $14 includes skate rental. Hours vary.
Texas Booksellers Association: 2025 Texas Book Show at Winter Street Studios | Saturday & Sunday – Shop a variety of book vendors and learn more about book collecting and Houston’s book scene. Times vary.
Radiant Nature at Houston Botanic Garden | Daily | Final Weekend – Houston’s longest running winter light installation, which has a natural tie in with Lunar New Year, finally wraps up its run for the season. $28.50; free for ages 3 and under. Times vary.
Cirque du Soleil: Echo at Sam Houston Race Park | Daily | Ongoing – The world-renowned Cirque du Soleil’s Echo is a brand-new production blending its signature acrobatics, captivating visuals, and enchanting characters. $60 and up, but you may find cheaper or better seats on the TicketNetwork resale market and save 20% off your tickets with promo code HOUSTON20. Showtimes vary.
The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody at Silver Street Studios | Daily | Ongoing – The age 18+ parody drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque—scantily clad and seriously sultry. Future dates available. $54 and up. Showtimes vary.
The Catastrophic Theatre: Miss LaRaj’s House of Dystopian Futures at MATCH | Daily | Ongoing – Catastrophic presents out its post-apocalyptic riff on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, featuring Miss LaRaj, a wise and wisecracking Mutha of the New World Order. Showtimes vary.
Drunk Shakespeare at the Emerald Theatre | Daily | Ongoing – Five fearless actors take on a Shakespearian classic after downing several shots of assorted liquors, sending the show in unexpected directions. $29 and up. Future dates available. Showtimes vary.
Garden Bros. Nuclear Circus at West Oaks Mall |Daily – The biggest circus on Earth brings its 5 rings filled with over 60 performers from around the world under its own climate-controlled tent.$17.50 and up; adult tickets include 1 free ticket for ages 3 to 13. Showtimes vary.
Thursday, February 20, 2025
10th Annual SheBelieves Cup: Japan vs. Australia & U.S.A. vs. Columbia at Shell Energy Stadium – Catch a doubleheader of world class women’s soccer in EaDo, starting off with 7th-ranked Japan facing off against #15 Australia, followed by #1 U.S Women’s National Team facing #21 Columbia. $26 and up. 4pm.
Mardi Gras Glow Bike Ride at Island Bicycle Company – For February, the third Thursday glow bike ride highlights Mardi Gras on Galveston island, with a ride along the Seawall, through the scenic historic downtown before stopping at Pier 21, along the 2.5-hour excursion. 6:30pm.
Savannah Guthrie at the British International School – The Today Show co-host and author discusses her new book, Mostly What God Does Is Love You. The book showcases her reflections on her Christian faith and how to seek God’s love in the everyday. $25 admission includes a copy of the book. 7pm.
TopHouse in Concert at Last Concert Cafe – The folk band from Montana, living in Nashville, takes to the stage in Downtown’s Warehouse District. The Wildwoods open. $25. 7pm.
Imperfect Strangers: Meet, Dine, Connect at a Secret Location – Dine with like-minded strangers, play icebreaker games, enjoy tasty food, at a meal meetup paired with table mates based on your advance questionnaire. $21 entry; food and drink paid by you after the meal. 7pm.
Adulti-Verse Party: Dreamwave Romance with DJ Brandon Airlines at Meow Wolf: Radio Tave – DJ Brandon Airlinesi sets the vibes a special edition of Meow Wolf’s monthly 21+ extended hours event featuring portal exploration with themed drinks and tunes. $40. 7pm to 11pm.
David LaDuca: RetroSexual at Blue Tuba – The singer and actor brings the Great American Songbook to life as the touring Broadway veteran brings time-honored classics of a simpler time to the popular European Heights restaurant. $20 if you’re also buying dinner; $25 for show only. 8pm.
Friday, February 21, 2025
Black History Month Celebration at Market Square Park | FREE – Take in an inspiring evening of music, art, and culture with workshops from Dance Afrikana, original poetry by Houston Poet Laureates Deborah DEEP Mouton and Emanuelee “Outspoken” Bean, a live DJ and more at the all ages event. 6pm to 8pm.
Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More at Majestic Metro – Take in all four seasons of Vivaldi’s Violin Concerto in G Minor, along with other familiar classic pieces, like Piazzolla’s Libertango, by candlelight in the Downtown venue. Future date available. $55. 6:30pm and 8:30pm.
Dining in the Dark: A Blindfolded Dining Experience at Weights + Measures – Savor a secret 3-course meal while blindfolded, heightening your senses of taste and smell. Future dates available. $64. 6:30pm and 8:30pm.
The Heritage Society: 70th Anniversary Platinum Jubilee at Junior League of Houston – Mark 70 years of care for the serene Sam Houston Park enclave in Downtown that whispers tales of Houston’s bygone eras. $500. 6:30pm to 11:30pm.
Soccer Mommy in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The alternative indie singer-songwriter out of Nashville—who also plays the guitar, drums, bass, and saxophone—lands on the downstairs stage. $30 and up. 7pm.
The Bright Light Social Hour in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The psychedelic rock band from Austin known for “Sweet Madeline,” “Infinite Cities,” and “Sun King” drops into H-Town to play WOMH’s upstairs stage. $25. 7pm.
Pat Byrne Band in Concert at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck – The Irish singer-songwriter and now Texas resident brings his raspy melodic soul to the Duck’s stage. $38. 7pm.
Black History Month Movie Night: Remember the Titans at Sugar Land Town Square | FREE – Catch a drum line performance followed by a showing of the 2000 film (PG) about the journey of a high school football team overcoming racial tensions and uniting a community. 6:30pm; 7pm movie.
Galveston Symphony Orchestra: Moody Mansion Music with Soprano Ji Yeong Jeon at Moody Mansion – See Soprano Ji Yeong Jeon Perform in intimate chamber music recital in the elegant Moody Mansion ballroom in Galveston. $40. 7pm.
Jeff Black Live Set at Anderson Fair – The Nashville singer-songwriter brings smart, impressionistic songs for an evening music. $25. 7pm to 11pm.
Houston Dynamo vs. Dallas FC at Shell Energy Stadium – The Dynamo celebrate their 2025 home opener with a match against the boys from up I-45. Expect a wall flag giveaway and post match fireworks. Future games available. 7:30pm.
Faye Webster in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The Georgia-based indie singer-songwriter who rose to fame with her 2019 album Atlanta Millionaires Club brings her act to the 713 stage. $76 and up. 8pm.
Shovels & Rope in Concert at The Heights Theater – The husband and wife folk duo from Charleston, South Carolina, Michael Trent and Cary Ann Hearst, land in the HTX, blending their individual traditional folk, rock ‘n roll and country rock talents into a compelling sound. James Felice opens. $26. 8pm.
Houston Rockets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves at Toyota Center – The Rockets battle the boys from Minneapolis in Downtown. It’s also historic Black college and university night, with a special ticket package. $19 and up; $50 for the HBCU package including access to a gallery with art from local Black artists. 8:30pm.
A Tribute to: Weezer, White Stripes & Presidents of the U.S.A. at Dan Electro’s – Don’t linger last in line for brains at an evening of live throwback tunes from Tweezer, Whit Strips, and members of Swimwear Department. $15; $20 day of. 8:30pm to 11:55pm.
Fabulosos Decadentes in Concert at The Continental Club – Bask in the soul of Argentine rock from the Houston tribute outfit performing a live repertoire of classics from Los Fabulosos Cadillacs, Los Auténticos Decadentes, Los Pericos, La Mosca, and more. $10; $15 day of. 9:30pm.
Things to Do on Saturday, February 22 & Sunday, February 23, 2025
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