Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, July 27 to Sunday, July 30, 2017.
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Check below to find great things happening around Houston this weekend, from Thursday, July 27 through Sunday, July 30, 2017.
Things to Do All Weekend
- Godspell at A.D. Players | Daily – See the musical hit based on the Gospel of Matthew with a dash of ‘70s music at A.D. Players Theater. Tickets start at $24. Thursday to Saturday 7:30pm; Sunday 2:30pm.
- Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps at The Alley Theatre | Daily – The Alley Theatre is putting a comedic twist on the classic film Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps by casting 4 actors to play 150 characters. This show is part of their Summer Chills series. Tickets start at $26. Thursday 7:30pm; Friday 8pm; Saturday 2:30pm and 8pm; Sunday 2:30pm and 7:30pm.
- The Last Wife at Main Street Theater | Daily – Sit back and watch this story of a woman and her violent husband at Main Street Theater. Tickets start at $36; limited discounted $18 tickets available. 7:30pm Thursday to Friday; 3pm on Sunday.
- Dead Rock Star Sing-A-Long Club Concert at Rec Room | Thursday to Saturday – Some of Houston’s best singers will come together to honor artists George Michael and Sharon Jones in this sing-along concert at the Rec Room. $20. 8pm nightly.
- Platypus Pints & Pies at Your Pie in Downtown | Friday and Saturday – Sample four 4oz tasters of craft beer from Houston’s new Platypus Brewery along with a 10-inch, custom-crafted personal pizza at this special pop-up at Your Pie. The special offer also includes a pint of your favorite Platypus brew and a free Platypus Brewing pint glass. $20. 3pm to 11pm both days.
- Twelfth Night and Richard III at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Friday to Sunday | FREE – Love Shakespeare? Make plans to go to Miller Outdoor Theatre to see performances of Twelfth Night and/or Richard III from Houston Shakespeare Festival. 8:15pm nightly.
- Delicious Brunches Around Greater Houston | Saturday and Sunday – Find a delicious place to brunch near you this weekend. Click here to see our handy lists of Where to Brunch in Greater Houston, including Downtown, The Energy Corridor, Galveston, Memorial City, Midtown, The Heights, The East End, Montrose, The Museum District, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, and many more.
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Thursday, July 27, 2017
- DJI: A New Pilot Experience at Prime Camera | FREE – Learn to fly safe and unleash your creativity at the DJI New Pilot Experience event at Prime Camera. 2pm to 4pm.
- Happy Hour Thursday at MFAH | No Cover – Browse the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and enjoy a cash bar, local DJ, and food from Ladybird Food Truck. 5pm to 8pm.
- Hello Again Movie Screening at The MATCH – Kick off QFest 2017, a film festival showcasing Houston’s LGBTQ community, at a screening of Hello Again at The MATCH. $12. 7:30pm.
- The EaDo Comedy Show at CSz Arena – For this improv show, ComedySportz Houston will draw from the vibe of the East Downtown neighborhood and call on audience members to participate. $8; limited comped and discounted $4 tickets available. 8pm.
- Saucy Jack and the Space Vixens at Obsidian Theatre – Obsidian Theatre will put on this musical that follows a cabaret acts’ investigation to catch a serial killer. $30; limited discounted $15 tickets available. 8pm.
- Latin Thursdays at Belvedere Lounge – Head to Uptown Park to mix and mingle at Belvedere Lounge while DJ Little Martin, DJ Pollo, and DJ Mishka spin. 9pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston this weekend are happening all weekend long. Click here to scroll up and see our list.
Friday, July 28, 2017
- Disney’s Zootopia Movie Screening at Wet’n’Wild Splashtown – Dive into the pool at Wet’n’Wild SplashTown for a screening of Disney’s Zootopia. Included with admission. Pool open 10am to 8pm.
- Summer Series Art Stroll & Sale at Sawyer Yards – Celebrate summer with great local art, music, shopping, and a refreshing sip at the Summer Series Art Stroll and Sale at the Sawyer Yards. 5pm to 9pm.
- Nickelback in Concert at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – Nickelback, Daughtry, and Shaman’s Harvest will perform live in The Woodlands as part of the Feed The Machine North America Tour. Tickets start at $27.50, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 6:15pm.
- Date Night Cooking Class at Brennan’s of Houston – Plan your next date night at Brennan’s, where you’ll cook dishes inspired by the ‘90s. The menu is TBD, but come hungry. $150 per couple. 6:30pm to 9pm.
- Critical Mass Bike Ride at Market Square Park | FREE – Bike through Downtown Houston during this monthly community ride with Critical Mass. 7pm.
- Cool Nights at the Houston Zoo – Stay late at the Houston Zoo for cooler after-hours admission and bring the kids dressed in their favorite princess or pirate outfit to meet Aurora the orangutan and Boga the komodo dragon. Included with admission. 7pm to 8:30pm.
- Feelin’ Groovy 3 at The Music Box Theatre – Groove to songs from the ‘60s and ‘70s with covers of Janis Joplin, The Rolling Stones and more at Music Box Theatre. $29; limited discounted $14.50 tickets available. 7:30pm.
- Vino and Vintage Vocals at Sugar Land Town Square – Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks tribute band Nightbird will set the scene with live music on the plaza and Vino & Vinyl will be on hand with wine for purchase. 7:30pm to 9:30pm.
- Hank Williams Jr. in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – Country music legend Hank Williams Jr. and his tour will roll through the Houston area for a show at Sugar Land’s Smart Financial Centre. Tickets start at $65. 8pm.
- Magic & Mystery Show at The Ballroom at Bayou Place – Mat LaVore will stun guests with magic tricks, mind reading, and hypnosis in this unbelievable show at Bayou Place. Tickets start at $55. 8pm to 10pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston this weekend are happening all weekend long. Click here to scroll up and see our list.
Things to do on Saturday, July 29 and Sunday, July 30, 2017.
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