Plan Your Weekend: March 16 to 19, 2023

• Port to Port History Boat Tour at Sunset Coffee Building – Buffalo Bayou Partnership hosts this two-hour tour that cruises from the location of Houston’s old port to the current Port of Houston and back. $45 per person. 10am. 
• Goat Yoga at NettBar – Bring your mat and water, and start your day with sun salutations and pygmy goats. You’ll move through a series of poses while cute goats interact with you. Suitable for all experience levels. $45 and up. 10am to 11am.
• Greater Conroe Arts Festival at Founders Plaza | FREE – The whole family will enjoy this day of music, arts and crafts, shopping, live art demonstrations and more, in Downtown Conroe. 10am to 4pm.
• The Oddities & Curiosities Expo at George R. Brown Convention Center – This one-day event features an experience sure to delight lovers of the strange and bizarre. Look for vendors offering everything from quack medical devices and taxidermy to original artwork, craft goods and more. $12 in advance; $15 at the door. 10am to 6pm.
• Bilingual Music Storytime at Brazos Bookstore | FREE – Ars Lyrica performs at the Rice-area bookstore, featuring the story of Maria’s Magical Musical Adventure, in which a young girl travels back in time to Venice to meet composer Antonio Vivaldi. 10:30am. 
• Aztec New Year Celebration at Houston Botanic Garden – Xochipilli Collective leads a Celebration of the Planting of Corn, which will include storytelling, dance performances, planting demos, crafts and a market of Indigenous craft vendors. Participants will also bring home corn, bean and squash seeds for a Three Sisters Garden of their own. $20. Noon to 5pm.
• Downtown Beer & Wine Walk in Downtown Rosenberg – Meander through the heart of Rosenberg’s downtown, enjoying samples of beer, wine and tasty bites. Along the way, stop into unique shops and meet local artists. $20. Noon to 5pm.

Roaring ’20s Celebration
Miller Outdoor Theatre
^{Saturday, March 18}

Swing by for a roaring ’20s-themed extravaganza with Vaudeville performers, swing dance lessons, photo opportunities, and more. Guests can also learn the Charleston, enjoy roaming entertainment clad in gorgeous 1920s attire, and watch muralist Mark De Leon at work.

FREE | 6pm to 8pm

• Spring Community Celebration & Fashion Show at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston | FREE – Create a collaborative sculpture, make a DIY journal or tote bag, and enjoy a fashion show featuring the works of teen designers. 1pm to 6pm.
• Charity Art Auction at True Anomaly Brewing Company | No Cover – The East Downtown brewery offers fresh brews from the tap and an opportunity to bid on artwork in an auction benefiting students from University of Houston. 2pm to 8pm.
• Author Cara Black at Murder by the Book | FREE – The bestselling author of the Aimée Leduc series signs the second installment in her World War II collection, Night Flight to Paris. Attending the event is free, but all books to be signed by the author must be purchased from the bookstore. 3pm. 
• Rodeo Whiskey & Wine Festival at Big Brothers Big Sisters – Dress in your Rodeo best and enjoy bites, wines and whiskey on Washington Avenue. A portion of the event’s proceeds will benefit the Stop Human Trafficking Initiative. $80 and up. 4pm to 7pm. 
• Kingwood Farmers Market at Kings Harbor | No Cover – Shop for local produce, artisan products and more and this recurring market on the shores of Lake Houston. 4pm to 8pm.
• RodeoHouston: Brad Paisley in Concert at NRG Stadium – The country legend returns to the Rodeo stage, where he’ll play hits from across his multi-decade career. $25 and up, but you may find better, cheaper or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 6pm.

Houston Dynamo FC vs. Austin
Shell Energy Stadium
^{Saturday, March 18}

The Dynamo kick off their home opener against an in-state rival from the Texas capital.

$25 and up | 7:30pm

• Celebrate Miller 100: Roaring 20’s Style at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – The historic Hermann Park theater celebrates its centennial with this first of four experiential events held throughout the season. Swing by for a roaring ’20s-themed extravaganza with Vaudeville performers, swing dance lessons, photo opportunities, and more. Guests can also learn the Charleston, enjoy roaming entertainment clad in gorgeous 1920s attire, and watch muralist Mark De Leon at work. Costumes are encouraged. 6pm to 8pm.
• Radio Duran in Concert at Rockefeller’s – The Duran Duran tribute band takes to the stage to perform the band’s hits. Captain Fantastic, an Elton John tribute band, opens. $14. 7pm.
• Repo Man Movie Screening & Crawfish Boil at Raven Tower – The Friends of River Oaks Theater host two screenings of this iconic 1984 film starring Emilio Estevez. Plus, you can get your fill on crawfish and shrimp at an on-site boil. $12 and up. 7pm and 9:30pm.
• Houston Dynamo FC vs. Austin FC at Shell Energy Stadium – The Dynamo kick off their home opener against an in-state rival from the Texas capital. $25 and up. 7:30pm.
• Cix in Concert at Bayou Music Center – The K-Pop wave, by way of the incredibly popular band Cix, will be slamming into the Gulf Coast, bringing dance fever to the Bayou City when the group rolls through Houston on their second world tour. $69 and up. 7:30pm.
• The Hot Sardines: Special 100th Anniversary Celebration at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – The opening weekend of Miller Outdoor Theatre’s centennial season keeps rolling with a special performance and celebration of timeless jazz by the Hot Sardines. Come early—from 6pm to 8pm—for a roaring ’20s-themed celebration with Vaudeville performers, swing dance lessons, photo ops and more. 8pm.

Comedian Druski
Smart Financial Centre
^{Saturday, March 18}

There’s not much Druski hasn’t done, from collaborating with rappers like Drake, Lil Yachty and Jack Harlow to cultivating an online following of more than 5 millions fans eager to see his comedic skits and celebrity-filled adventures.

$39.75 and up | 8pm

• Comedian Druski at Smart Financial Centre – There’s not much Druski hasn’t done, from collaborating with rappers like Drake, Lil Yachty and Jack Harlow to cultivating an online following of more than 5 millions fans eager to see his comedic skits and celebrity-filled adventures. He’ll be stopping by Sugar Land for a one-night only performance. $39.75 and up. 8pm.
• Yamato: The Drummers of Japan at the Grand 1894 Opera House – Head to Galveston to see this legendary drumming ensemble, celebrating their 30th anniversary with a new production, The Wings of the Phoenix. $19.80 and up. 8pm.
• National Arab Orchestra in Concert at Hobby Center – The orchestra offers a concert featuring some of the most revered pieces of music from the Arab world. Ranine Chaar and Mohamed Mohsen will join the orchestra in performance. $55 and up. 8pm. 
• Strings for Peace at Wortham Center – Three-time Grammy winner and classical guitarist Sharon Isbin joins Amjad Ali Khan, Ayaan, and Amaan for a cross-cultural music for peace. $35 and up. 8pm.
• Fire and Ice Gala: An Annual All-Girl Black Tie Affair at Rise Rooftop – Lesbians of Color Nation presents its annual Black Tie Affair, with a headlining concert, DJs, hor d’oeuvres, prizes and more. Age restrictions apply. $65 and up. 9pm to 2am. 
• Michelle Graves in Concert at Numbers Nightclub – The ex-Misfits lead singer performs a live, acoustic set at the popular Montrose hangout. $20 and up. 9:30pm.

• More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston are happening all weekend long. Check out this week’s list, local attractions and destinations, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum and brewery passes, tours, and more.

• Bazaar on the Bayou at White Oak Music Hall | No Cover – This popular market in Northside sees more than 75 local vendors setting up shop at the Houston music venue, with DJs spinning throughout the day and Raven Tower open for drinks. 10am to 5pm.
• Soul Food Sunday Brunch at Grooves of Houston – Grub on an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet while grooving to live music at the Third Ward hot spot. $39.99; $29.99 for ages 65+; $19.99 for ages 11 and under. 11am to 4pm.
• 10th Annual Kosher Chili Cookoff at Beth Yeshurun Houston – The entire family can enjoy this fun day of activities and chili tasting. Look for children’s activities, music and more. $14; $6 ages 4 to 12; free for ages 3 and under. Noon to 4pm.
• Wild About Wildlife at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center – Kiddos ages 5 to 10 are invited to learn about the importance of protecting Arboretum habitats by cleaning the trails, learning about local animals and creating a healthy habitat for their own backyard by crafting a squirrel feeder and toad adobe to take home. $30. 1pm to 3pm.
• Sip and Paint: “Be Someone” at Ingenious Brewery – Paint your own “Be Someone” artwork while enjoying flavorful beers from the Humble brewery. $40. 3pm to 6pm.

Bazaar on the Bayou
White Oak Music Hall
^{Sunday, March 19}

This popular market in Northside sees more than 75 local vendors setting up shop at the Houston music venue, with DJs spinning throughout the day and Raven Tower open for drinks.

No Cover | 10am to 5pm

• 9th Anniversary Party at Lei Low | No Cover – The Houston tiki bar in the Heights marks nine years since its opening with a Western-themed drink menu, music and more. 4pm to 2am.
• Jazzy Sundays: Stretch, with Vanguard Collective at Emancipation Park | FREE – Celebrate Houston’s undeniable contribution to jazz culture by visiting the Third Ward park for a free concert series featuring the H-Town-based Vanguard Collective, led by saxophone virtuoso Eddie Matthews, and headlined by Stretch, a four-piece funk, fusion and rock band from right here in Texas. 5pm to 7pm.
• Night Light Bike Ride to Post Houston – LetsDoThisHouston sets out from 3rd Ward Tours for a slow cruise through Houston neighborhoods to its final destination at Post Houston in Downtown. $11 and up; bike rentals available. 5pm to 9pm.
• RodeoHouston: Luke Bryan in Concert at NRG Stadium – Making his 10th appearance, country artist Luke Bryan closes out the final night of the 2023 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. $25 and up, but you may find better, cheaper or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. 6pm.
• Indigo De Souza in Concert at the Secret Group – The indie rock singer-songwriter brings tunes from her forthcoming album, All of This Will End, to the East Downtown stage. $18 and up. 8pm.

• More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston are happening all weekend long. Check out this week’s list, local attractions and destinations, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum passes, tours, and more.

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