Updated Monday, July 15, 2024 at 5:32pm
Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with the 365 Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, July 18 to Sunday, July 21, 2024.
This weekend, Downtown Houston hosts the return of Colombian fest, the World Series of Dog Shows comes to town, the SaberCats open the rugby playoffs, and an inaugural celebration of DJ Screw takes over George R. Brown.
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All Weekend Long
- Texas New Music Festival at MATCH | Daily – Find your groove at this fest showcasing the talents of more than 50 composers, choreographers and instrumentalists as they present 28 world premieres. $20 and up. Times vary.
- Houston World Series of Dog Shows at NRG Center | Daily – Be charmed by 150 different breeds of man’s best friend all competing for “Best of Show,” in addition to competitive events like flyball, creative grooming, a frisbee exhibition, and canine musical freestyle. $15; free for ages 12 and under. 8am to 5pm.
- UniverSoul Circus at Butler Stadium | Daily – The all-human circus concludes its Houston run, showcasing acts and talent from five continents, world music, and dance styles from across the African diaspora. Showtimes vary.
- Comedian Emil Wakim at The Riot Comedy Club | Friday & Saturday – The Brooklyn-based comic arrives for back-to-back nights at the upstairs mic at Rudyard’s, following up appearances on The Tonight Show and Don’t Tell Comedy. $20 and up. 7pm.
- MFA Shop Trunk Show: Isabel Wilson of Jardín at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston | Friday to Sunday | FREE – Isabel Wilson of the Montrose boutique Jardín is welcomed for a three-day trunk show at the MFAH Shop, showcasing the custom prints, artist collaborations and circular design practice Jardín is known for. 11am to 6pm.
- Cocomelon Party Time at The Westin Galleria Houston | Friday to Sunday – Join the fun at a unique party with singing, dancing and playing based on the popular kids show. $39.50. Times vary.
- Barnum & Bailey and Ringling Bros. at NRG Stadium (Canceled) | Friday to Sunday – The global circus show comes to Houston with 75 performers representing over 18 countries with highwire acts, trapeze artists, acrobats, dancers and more. $20 and up. Showtimes vary.
- Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None at Alley Theatre | Friday to Sunday – Ten strangers are trapped in a deadly game of survival on a secluded island in this ongoing production filled with tension and drama. $31 and up. Showtimes vary.
- Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston presents Ruddigore at UH Cullen Performance Hall | Saturday & Sunday – The classic melodrama runs over the weekend, about a maiden torn between a handsome young man and a cad in this Gothic comic opera. $49 and up. Saturday 7pm; Sunday 2:30pm.
Thursday, July 18, 2024
- Talk by Story Sloane III on The Sloane Family Photograph Collection at The Bryan Museum – Photographer Story Sloane III arrives to talk about this new exhibition with rarely seen photographs and film footage of Galveston and Houston. $15. 5:30pm
- Poet The Band in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The pop metal band tours through with their new single “Weightless,” joined by Lights & Apparitions, NDGO and Mirror Lake. $18. 6pm.
- Loriana Espinel: Dance of Gestures at Sabine Street Studios – In the Arts District, Colombian artist Loriana Espinel shares inspiration from pre-Colombian pictographs of the Chiribiquete National Park, devising a visual system based on the intersection of two different styles of calligraphy. 6pm to 8pm.
- Pier & Beam Happy Hour at Warren’s Inn | No Cover – Join the young professionals group from Preservation Houston for drinks at the Downtown bar, where you can meet people passionate about the city’s history, neighborhoods and architecture. 6pm to 8pm.
- Save The Locals Summer Concert: Dem Roots at Menard Park | FREE – The summer concert series in Galveston rolls on with Dem Roots taking the stage along Seawall Boulevard, along with Oje Band and Youth Soul Love. 6pm to 9pm.
- Glow Night Ride at Island Bicycle Company | FREE – Ride along the seawall on glowing beach cruisers in this summer night ride on Galveston Island, ending with drinks and dinner at Pier 21. 6:30pm.
- Comedian Dauood Naimyar at The Riot Comedy Club – Emerging from a chart-topping debut comedy release (Pier 69: Junior Varsity), Naimyar brings a unique perspective to the upstairs stage in Montrose, sharing new material that draws from his experiences as an Afghan American and the world as he sees it. $15 and up. 7pm.
- Salsa Night at Post Houston | FREE – Dance the salsa, Bachata and other Latin styles when Love Dance HTX comes through for free lessons, with RSVP. 7pm.
- Benise in Concert at Hobby Center – The Emmy-winning “Prince of Spanish Guitar” brings his global tour to Downtown, featuring a night of Spanish Flamenco, Cuban salsa, Brazilian samba, Parisian waltz and more. $46.25 and up. 7:30pm.
- Aaron Lewis in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The founding member and lead vocalist of Staind arrives with songs from his new country album, The Hill. $53.45 and up. 8pm.
- Aaron Watson in Concert at The Rustic Downtown – The chart-topping country singer tours his new album, Cover Girl, joined by special guest Jenna Paulette. $25 and up. 8pm.
- Concerts Under The Stars: ABBA Tribute at Marriott Marquis Houston – Enjoy a night atop the Texas-shaped rooftop pool, dancing and singing along to disco sounds of Abba. $45 and up. 8pm.
- The Waxaholics & DJ Big Reeks at Neighbors | No Cover – The East End bar on Harrisburg hosts a night with the Waxaholics, DJ Big Reeks, and guest DJs who’ll spin tracks from their handpicked vinyl collections. 8pm ’til late.
Friday, July 19, 2024
- Local Chicas Market at The Esplanade on Navigation | No Cover – Support local women-owned businesses at this Second Ward pop-up with vendors, live music, photo ops, complimentary drinks, and a free gift for the first 50 guests. 5pm to 10pm.
- Frank Family Wines Dinners at Nice Winery – Enjoy five small-batch wines expertly paired with a five-course dinner at the Spring Branch winery. $195. 6pm.
- Jukebox Bingo at North Shepherd Brewing | FREE – Score your Bingo cards by listening to clips of popular songs at the North Heights brewery. 6pm.
- Food & Cocktail Crawl at Lyric Market – Gear up for a night filled with gourmet delights, craft cocktails, live jazz and foodie fun at the Downtown food hall. $76. 6pm to 8pm.
- Fiebre Opening Reception at The Silos at Sawyer Yards | FREE – Artist and organizer Aime Rosales joins the artist cohort, creating an immersive installation entitled Cancionero. Be among the first to see this work that creates dialogue between the culture of the past and the present. 6pm to 8pm.
- Jxdn in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The rock singer-songwriter comes to Northside for a night of songs from his latest album, When the Music Stops. $18.25 and up. 7pm.
- Noche Latina at Home Run Dugout | FREE – Shekere Latin Band takes over the Katy dugout for a night of Latin sounds, with Texas Salsa Congress providing free salsa lessons until 8pm to help you meet the moment. 7pm to midnight.
- Comedian TK Kirkland at House of Blues – The comedian and podcast host heads to Downtown for a night of blunt delivery and “dropping jewels” he’s become known for. $48.75 and up. 7:30pm.
- Liverpool Legends: The Complete Beatles Experience at Stafford Centre – Come celebrate 60 years of the Beatles with an award-winning tribute band when they pay Fort Bend a visit. $35 and up. 7:30pm.
- Anthony Hamilton & Isley Brothers in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – The neo-soul crooner brings a blend of contemporary R&B in a co-headlining performance with giants of soul and funk. $81 and up. 8pm.
- Tate Mcrae in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The Canadian singer-songwriter rolls through Downtown while supporting her sophomore album, Think Later. $119 and up. 8pm.
- Top Gun: Maverick Movie Screening at Trebly Park | FREE – The 2022 blockbuster film starring Tom Cruise gets an outdoor screening at the Downtown park space at Leeland and Fannin Streets. 8pm.
- Ghost Party Record Release at Dan Electro’s Guitar Bar – Come for the cool vibes as this pop-punk band performs a live set in the Heights with openers Marley Moon and Young Mammals. $10. 8pm.
- Bob Schneider in Concert at Main Street Crossing – Former frontman of The Ugly Americans and The Scabs, Schneider is set to showcase his talents for combining funk, country, rock, and folk. $38. 8pm.
- Sara Evans in Concert at Arena Theatre – Dive into the Unbroke Tour with this multi-platinum artist known for her five No. 1 singles like “Suds in the Bucket” and “No Place That Far.” $19.75 and up. 8:30pm.
- James Bolden in Concert at The Big Easy Social & Pleasure Club – Near Rice Village, “Boogaloo” will display his talents cultivated from more than 30 years as bandleader of B.B. King’s Blues Band, and a storied career performing with artists like Stevie Wonder, James Brown, Isaac Hayes and Houstonian Trudy Lynn. $10. 9pm.
- T78 DJ Set at Stereo Live – Straight from Italy, the techno DJ and producer arrives in West Houston for a live set. $14.99. 10pm.
Things to Do on Saturday, July 20 & Sunday, July 21, 2024
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