Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, July 6 to Sunday, July 9, 2017.
Weekend Shortcuts
The 4th of July holiday is over, but that doesn’t mean that things are slowing down in Houston. Celebrate the life of Frida Khalo, a local record label’s birthday and all things bacon, see a drag show, stay late at the Houston Zoo to take advantage of cooler weather, shop at an art or farmer’s market and more.
Check below to find great things happening around Houston this weekend, from Thursday, July 6 through Sunday, July 9, 2017.
Things to Do All Weekend
- Disney’s The Lion King at The Hobby Center | Daily – Disney’s iconic film The Lion King comes to life with more than 230 puppets and all your favorite songs in this Tony Award-winning musical now playing at The Hobby Center. Tickets start at $50, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. Showtimes vary.
- Simply Simone at The Ensemble Theatre | Daily – See the story of jazz performer Nina Simone come to life on stage in this production from The Ensemble Theatre. Tickets start at $35. Showtimes vary.
- The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show 2017 at Moody Gardens | Thursday and Friday – Be amazed, and get a few laughs, while people levitate and vanish before your very eyes at The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show at Moody Gardens. $23. 1pm and 7:30pm daily.
- Houston Staycation & Travel Workshop at The Whitehall | Saturday and Sunday – Escape your day-to-day duties without having to leave Houston when you opt for a staycation at The Whitehall complete with a pool party, breakfast, a travel workshop led by travel author Deidre Mathis, and a copy of her book Wanderlust: For the Young, Broke Professional. $265. Check-in at 3pm; check-out Sunday at 1pm.
- Delicious Brunches Around Greater Houston | Saturday and Sunday – No matter where in the city you call home, you can find delicious options for weekend brunches in your neck of the woods. Click here to see our handy lists of Where to Brunch in Greater Houston, including Downtown, Midtown, The Heights, Montrose, The Museum District, The East End, Memorial City, The Energy Corridor, Galveston, The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, and many more.
- Houston Dynamo Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Dynamo games with cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
- Houston Astros Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Astros games with cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
Thursday, July 6, 2017
- Cultured Cocktails at Bar Boheme – Support LGBTQ Summer Camp This Side of the Rainbow while enjoying cocktails and socializing at Bar Boheme in Montrose. 5pm to 8pm.
- Frida Khalo’s 110th Birthday Celebration at Cuchara Restaurant – Get in on the fun when East End Studio Gallery hosts this birthday bash for Frida Khalo featuring Frida-themed Mexican Bingo, drinks, and food at Cuchara. Loteria cards start at $40 for all-night play. 6pm to 9pm.
- Small Plates Paired with Wines Tasting and Demonstration at Central Market – Enjoy a light meal paired with some delicious wines from the Pacific Northwest with Lauren Wheeler, the head enologist at Penner-Ash, at the Central Market Cooking School. $55 per person. 6:30pm.
- Summer Sounds: Boomtown Brass Band in Concert at Rothko Chapel – Hear the sounds of hot jazz of 1920s New Orleans with the high energy Boomtown Brass Band at Rothko Chapel. Suggested donation is $10. 7pm.
- 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.
- Roger Waters in Concert at Toyota Center – Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters will rock the stage at the Toyota Center on his Us + Them Tour playing songs from Pink Floyd and his latest solo album. Tickets start at $55, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s online resale market. 8pm.
- Couples Therapy Comedy Retreat at Houston Improv – Five local comedians will take the stage to share hilarious stories while the audience asks for relationship advice at this show at Houston Improv. Tickets start at $15, but limited 2-for-1 tickets are available with promocode Couples365. 8pm.
- 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 7, 2017
- Shop Local Night at Saint Arnold Brewing Co. – Shop for artwork, vintage clothing and more from local vendors at this pop-up market at the Saint Arnold Brewery. 5pm to 10pm.
- Midtown Wine Down in Bagby Park – Unwind at Midtown’s monthly happy hour in Bagby Park featuring music from Justin Taylor Band and happy hour specials on food and drinks from Rico’s Morning Noon Night. 6pm to 9pm.
- SE7EN Movie Screening at Alamo Drafthouse Mason Park – Catch the 1995 thriller Se7en, starring Morgan Freeman and Brad Pitt, on the big screen at Alamo Drafthouse. $7. 7pm.
- Cool Nights Sandlot Movie Screening at the Houston Zoo – Stay late at the Houston Zoo for cooler after-hours admission and visit the Kathrine McGovern Water Play Park. Stay even later for a showing the movie Sandlot on the giant outdoor screen. Included with admission. 7pm to 8:30pm.
- Modern Origami Art Class at Pop Shop America – Try your hand at making origami at this art class led by Austin-based artist Origamisms. $32. 7pm to 9pm.
- Champagne Tasting at Bosta Kitchen – Champagne specialist Janie Higgins will lead this tasting bubbly and light bites featuring Moët & Chandon and Dom Pérignon at Bosta Kitchen. $90. 7pm 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 8 and Sunday, July 9, 2017.
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