Updated Friday, May 15, 2025 at 4pm

Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with events and more to do in our 365 Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, May 15, to Sunday, May 18, 2025.

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Plan Your Weekend: May 15 to 18, 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

Rolling Stone Presents Amplified: The Immersive Rock Experience at Artechouse Houston | Opens Thursday | Daily | Ongoing – With a dynamic mix of music and visuals, this show is a guided tour through the story of revolutionary music and the changes it brought. Future dates available. $39. Times vary.

Stages: Das Barbecü at The Gordy | Daily | Ongoing – Stages foot-stomping musical reimagines Wagner’s epic Ring cycle as a hilarious Texas hootenanny, with five actors playing more than 30 parts in the Montrose theater. $25+. Showtimes vary.

Royal Opera of Madrid: Authentic Flamenco with Patricia Donn at Bayou Theater | Thursday & Friday – The rousing showcase headlined by the award-winning flamenco dancer also features a renowned line-up of Spanish musicians, dancers, and singers. $31.20+. 6pm and 8:30pm both nights. 

Vitacca Ballet: Smith Works at The Hobby Center | Thursday & Friday – Houston choreographer Garrett Smith and his company present an evening of audience favorites, including Somewhat Closer, Hypnotic Forces, After Silence and an innovative world premiere. $20+ 7:30pm.

26th Annual Houston Greek Fest at St. Basil Greek Orthodox Church | Thursday to Saturday | FREE with Canned Goods Donations – Dig into Greek foods and pastries, shop local vendors, try out traditional dancing, and bask in family-friendly fun. $10; free for ages 10 and under or with 3 canned goods per person. Times vary.

Comedian Melissa Villaseñor at Houston Improv | Thursday to Saturday – Saturday Night Live’s first-ever Latina cast member and a semi-finalist on America’s Got Talent , Villaseñor brings her special brand of comedy impressions to Houston for 5 shows. $31.40+. Times vary.

Comedian Randy Feltface at Punch Line Houston | Thursday to Saturday – The Australian purple puppet known for his hilarious observational comedy and riffing on the audience pops up in Houston for 5 shows. $38.20+. Times vary.

52nd Annual Pasadena Strawberry Festival at Pasadena Fairgrounds | Thursday to Sunday – The 4-day fest returns to southeast Houston, with barbecue, carnival rides, a car show, mutton bustin’, a kids zone, the largest strawberry cake you’ve ever seen, and more. $15; $5 for ages 6 to 10; free for ages 5 and under. Times vary.

Slime Making Workshop with the McClure Twins Sat Sloomoo Institute | Friday & Saturday – Join the famous YouTuber sister duo who’ll lead a session to explore never-ending, hand-crafted slime, yummy scents, eye-popping color and soothing ASMR delights as you craft your own slime, choosing from dozens of colors and scents. $49.99. Times vary.

LSZee in Concert at Bayou Music Center | Friday & Saturday – Experience up to 2 distinct nights of collaboration between EDM artists LSDream and CloZee showcasing their original blend of psychedelic bass music and world-inspired productions. $49+ single night; $105.55 2-night pass. 8pm both nights.  

Assemblage at The Jung Center | Friday & Saturday – Through intimate videos and live performances, explore the concepts of impermanence, ancestry, artist identity and the human effort to fit the pieces together. $15. Times vary.

Dirt Dogs Theatre: Bug at MATCH | Friday to Sunday – A lonely waitress and Gulf Wart drifter fall in love and find themselves embroiled in paranoia, conspiracy theories, and twisted motives. $30. Times vary.

Houston Symphony: Stayin’ Alive: The Bee Gees & Beyond at Jones Hall | Friday to Sunday – Dance in your seat as world-renowned a cappella sensation Rajaton brings their smooth harmonies to the songs that lit up the disco era. $51+. Times vary.

Houston Poké Fest at Houston Marriott South | Saturday & Sunday | FREE – It’s not about the tasty bowls from Hawaii, rather a celebration of Pokémon delving into the world of card games, Pokémon Go, Funko pops, comics, magic, and more. 10am to 6pm both days.

The Complete Walking Tour of Houston: History, Architecture & Street Art in Downtown | Saturday & Sunday – Embark on Houston’s only tip-based, guided walking tour—with glowing 5-star reviews on TripAdvisor—exploring iconic landmarks, stunning architecture, and fascinating stories from the city’s past in a 2-hour tour of Downtown. Meet in front of Day 6 Coffee Co. at 910 Prairie St. Pay What You Wish. 10:30am both days.

Sweet Beats International Festival at Crown Square Park | Saturday & Sunday | FREE with RSVP – The Sugar Land park hosts a weekend of global sounds, flavors and traditions. 2pm to 10pm both days.

Cinco de Mayo: Mexico, Legends & Heritage at MATCH | Saturday & Sunday – Explore Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, and its lasting impact on the Mexican identity, with the family friendly show mixing live theater, music, dance, and song. $25. Times vary. 

Kim’s Convenience at Main Street Theater | Opens Saturday | Ongoing – The basis for the popular Canadian sitcom, the play follows Mr. Kim, a convenience store owner in an up-and-coming Toronto neighborhood. $45+. Times vary.

Drunk Shakespeare: Romeo & Juliet at the Emerald Theater | Daily | Ongoing – See the Bard’s tale like never before, when one of the lead actors takes 5 shots of whiskey before launching into the tale of the star-crossed lovers. Future dates available. $49+. Times vary.

Jurassic Giants at Houston Zoo | Daily – Walk amongst 60 new life-sized, animatronic dinosaurs on the zoo grounds, from the towering Tyrannosaurus Rex to a sky-soaring Quetzalcoatlus. Included with zoo admission. 9am to 5pm.

Thursday, May 15, 2025

Storytime at Blue Willow Bookshop | FREE – Toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers will love this session with stories, singing and art activities. 9:30am.

Art Club at Northwest Branch Library | FREE – Hang out with some adult coloring pages, explore watercolors, try your hand at sketching or bring your own art project to work on during a 2-hour chill session. 10am.

Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration at Children’s Museum Houston – Celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of Asia and the Pacific Islands with a full day of engaging activities, hands-on crafts, and storytelling experiences for all ages. $19.95. 10am to 8pm.

Wine Tasting & Jewelry Pop Up at Bar 43 – Taste and sample vinos with guidance from Grape & Gather, and learn about permanent jewelry from Jewels by Jacki. $10 tastings. 5pm to 8pm.

Indonesian Delights at Central Market Cooking School – Pick up expert tips as you and your team make a savory cheese cracker; crabcakes with ginger and lemongrass and more. $95. 6:30pm.

Artist Talk: Jillian Conrad at The Menil Collection | FREE – The artist talks about her work in the current exhibit, What Drawing Can Be: Four Responses, showcasing her approach to her art. 7pm.

Author Alka Joshi at Asia Society Texas Center  – The New York Times bestselling author of The Henna Artist discusses latest novel, Six Days in Bombay, inspired by the Hungarian-Indian painter known as “India’s Frida Kahlo.” $35+. 7pm.

Christone “Kingfish” Ingram in Concert at Houston of Blues – The American blues guitarist brings his Gone Fishin’ Tour to Downtown HTC, joined by Mathias Lattin. $40+. 7pm.

Performing Arts Houston: Toothrina Von Twinkle A Fairy’s Tale The Musical at Wortham Center – Young Toothrina Von Twinkle is ready to earn her wings and become a real tooth fairy, but then, her best-friend-turned rival sets a mischievous plan in motion risking fairy history forever. $24+. 7pm.

The First Round: Meet New People Every Week at a Secret Location – Bypass awkward small talk when you join a group that’s been matched to you, primed with games, ice breakers, and more. $21 entry. Future dates available. 7pm.

Indo-American Association: Strings & Beats… Tribute to Ustad Zakir Hussain at MATCH – Talented masters perform a live homage to Ustad Zakir Hussain, a legendary Indian tabla player and composer who redefined the rhythm and percussion in world music. $29+. 8pm.

The Swan Painter at Discovery Green | FREE – Downtown’s front yard hosts a live art and theater performance that brings a Japanese-based story to life, via movements, live music, lighting and costume design in a one-of-a-kind experience. 8pm.

Willie Nelson Tribute Concert at Post Houston – The six-piece band Shotgun Willie performs all your faves from the country legend. $25. 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 local attractions and destinations and more.

Friday, May 16, 2025

Super Soak-Her: The Drag Pool Party at El Segundo Swim Club – The Second Ward swimming destination hosts a poolside bash, complete with music, drinks, and an ol’-fashioned wet t-shirt contest. $25+. 5pm to 10pm.

Sip & St(Roll) at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center – The curated nature hike along a half mile trail shows off the center’s dynamic beauty, paired with 2 glasses of wine or Saint Arnold beer and tasty cheese and charcuterie bites. 21+ $45. 5:30pm to 7:30pm.

Bach Society Houston: Knights in Shining Armor at MFAH – Hear music from French, Italian, Spanish, and possibly German/Swiss writers, performed by 9 singers and 1 percussionist in a concert of madrigals and chansons. Included with $24 admission. 6:30pm.

Houston Dash vs. Portland Thorns at Shell Energy Stadium – Under the direction of new coach Fabrice Gautrat, the ladies of the Dash return to their home pitch in EaDo after beating Seattle last Sunday. $14+. 7pm.

Comedian Ramy Youssef at House of Blues – The multi-talented comedian, actor, screenwriter and director—who also co-created Netflix’s popular Houston-based sitcom Mo with Mo Amer—brings his Love Bean 7000 tour to Downtown. $28+. 7pm.

D.i.Y: Dildo Making Workshop at Haus of Electric Love – Craft your own safe and unique self-pleasure toy in this hands-on workshop in the Heights. All the jokes are welcome. Future dates available. $60. 7pm.

Leonard “Lowdown” Brown’s Birthday Blast at the Big Easy – Houston’s electric guitar-slinging blues legend draws inspiration from B.B. King and T-Bone Walker in a concert sure to be a terrific party. $10. 7pm.

Noche Latina at Home Run Dugout | No Cover – Groove to Latin beats with free salsa lessons, followed by a live band at the Katy hotspot. 7pm.

Carolyn Wonderland in Concert at The Heights Theater – Beloved for her dynamic guitar playing, formidable songwriting, and pure Texas vocals, the Houston native returns to the Heights stage. $22.50. 8pm.

Empire of the Sun in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The highly anticipated Australian electronic duo from Sydney arrive in Texas on their Ask That God Tour. $233+. 8pm.

L.A. Witch in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The garage-rock trio with songs like “Baby in Blue Jeans” and “Motorcycle Boy” comes to the Heights-adjacent club for a live performance. $18. 8pm.

​​The Short & Sweet Speakeasy: A Sexy Burlesque Show at AvantGarden – Take in a live 90-minute burlesque show featuring local talents and a special guest in elaborate costumes, high production quality and more. Future dates available. $35 includes your first drink. 8pm and 10pm.

El Bachataz Fest Houston at Arena Theatre – Bachata legends Raulín Rodríguez, Frank Reyes, Joe Veras, and Raquel Bustamante bring love and passion to the stage in southwest Houston. $65+. 8:30pm.

Indian Performing Arts Samskriti: Incredible India: Arisi—Grains of Rice at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – Apsaras Arts Dance Company performs a work inspired by the grains of life that link humanity across India, taking the audience through a kaleidoscope of dynamic images brought to life through Bharatanatyam dance. 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. 8:30pm.

Cristoph Live Set at Bauhaus – The DJ known for house, trance, tech and techno grooves brings his show to the Downtown club. $15+. 10pm to 2am.

Hannes Bieger Live Set at Stereo Live | FREE – The DJ with hits like “Lucid Dream” and “Black Hole” comes to Houston as part of Stereo Live’s free show series. 10pm to 2am.

Somer Ray Live Set at Noto – The model and social media influencer turned EDM DJ originally from Denver brings her set to the EaDo nightspot. $10+. 10pm to 2am.

More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston are happening all weekend long. Check out local attractions and destinations and more.

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