Saturday, May 4, 2024
- Walk to End Lupus Now at Texas Southern University – Begin your Saturday with this fundraising walk that celebrates and honors our region’s incredible lupus warriors, while also raising funds to help support lupus research. Participants can walk individually or as part of a team. $25 and up. 8am to noon.
- Mythical Creatures at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center – Study real fantastical creatures that dwell at the Houston Arboretum and compare them to the mythical beasts lurking just beyond the shadows. It’s an opportunity to learn more about folklore and adaptations, and even create your own Mythical Creature. $30. 10am to noon.
- Market Square Park Farmers Market in Downtown | FREE – Shop for produce, baked goods, artisan-made products and more in the heart of Downtown at this market that brings vendors from around the region to the Bayou City. Family- and pet-friendly, the market also offers live music performances by local artists on the Turnip the Beet stage. 10am to 2pm.
- 3rd Annual BIPOC Book Fest at Asia Society Texas Center – This third annual, day-long event is a celebration of underrepresented voices through a showcase of literary works featuring Black, Indigenous, people of color and other creatives of marginalized communities. It combines the nostalgia of the book fairs with unique programming, panels, readings, vendors, book-related memorabilia, poetry performances and more. $10. 10am to 6pm.
- Hands-On Houston: Indigo-Dyed Handkerchiefs at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft | FREE – Create beautifully patterned handkerchiefs with simple resist techniques and indigo dye, one of the oldest plant-based dyes. Inspired by HCCC’s current exhibition, Fiber in 3D: Indigo Houston, this class is appropriate for all artistic levels. 11am to 3pm.
- Joy Fest at Jubilee | FREE – This family-friendly fun day includes a Ferris Wheel, inflatables, gem mining, tie dye tile making, photo ops, giant lawn games, face painting, home wellness and more. Food trucks and an adult beverage vendor will be on hand and guests can also explore up to eight professionally decorated model homes and learn more about living in Jubilee. RSVP requested. 11am to 4pm.
- Black Swan Free Yoga at Post Houston | FREE – The pay-what-you-can yoga studio hosts this free session downtown, perfect for all fitness levels. It’s a chance to begin your day with stretching and meditation out on the Skylawn, drawing energy from your fellow participants. Afterward, stick around to enjoy food and drinks from vendors in Post’s food hall, on your own dime. 11:30am.
- Crawfish de Mayo at New Magnolia Brewing | No Cover – Crawfish get a spicy, Mexican-inspired makeover at this fun festival at the brewery. Expect Latin flavors that will pair perfectly with New Magnolia’s brews. Food and drink are on you. Noon.
- East End Street Fest at the Espalande on Navigation | FREE – Held during Cinco de Mayo week, this festival celebrates the art, music and heritage of East End with dance performances, live bands, artwork and plenty of fun for kids at the Plaza de los Niños. Noon to 7pm.
- 10th Annual Derby Day Party at Julep – Southern cocktailery Julep will once again host its epic Kentucky Derby Day Party, inviting guests to dress up and enjoy a classy lawn party, fully tented with more than 5,000 fresh cut flowers throughout. Expect main bars, a whiskey bar and hydration station, eats from Top Chef contestant Chef Michelle Wallace, Kentucky Derby viewing, live DJs, and more. $20 and up. 1pm to 6pm.
- Galveston Island Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Old Galveston County Courthouse | FREE – Celebrate the fifth with at a family-friendly party complete with live music, stage cars, local vendors, and other activities. 1pm to 9pm.
- Flip Phone: Queen Bey Rodeo Drag Brunch at Houston Improv – A cast of talented drag performers offers up this celebration of Beyonce and her new country album, Cowboy Carter, in a Texas-sized salute. Stick around ‘round, ‘round, ‘round, ‘round for good times and great music. $40 for 2, and up. 2pm.
- Pink Flamingo Headdress Workshop at Texas Tail Distillery – Head on over to Galveston and design a fabulous headdress inspired by pink flamingos. This is your chance to let your imagination run wild as you create a unique design that showcases your personality. $60. 2pm to 4:30pm.
- Soul Flower Music Fest at Discovery Green – Hosted in the heart of Downtown, this one-day music festival features national and local soul, R&B and neo-soul acts. Enjoy great sounds, food vendors, games, shopping, photo booths, and contests. $10. 2pm to 9pm.
- Houston Margarita Festival at the Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park – Returning for its 11th edition at the Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park, the Houston Margarita Festival features more than 17 flavored margs for tasting, live music, DJ tunes, dancing, food vendors, and more. Advance tickets are $11 and up; $30 at the gate. 2pm to 10pm.
- Derby Down the Bayou Wine Fest at Brenner’s on the Bayou – Brenner’s springtime Wine Fest goes Derby-style, inviting guests to sip wines from exclusive makers, stroll the gorgeous bayou-side grounds, and enjoy some Kentucky Derby action. Chef-crafted bites will be served from seven of Houston’s top restaurants including Brenner’s on the Bayou, Grotto Downtown, Cadillac Bar, Willie G’s, Babin’s and a dessert station from Landry’s Signature Group. $150 and up. 2:30pm to 5:30pm.
- Pretty Dangerous: Blacksmithing Steel With Sex Appeal Opening Reception at Archway Gallery | FREE – The gallery’s May exhibition features new works by Joe Haden, who will be in attendance and give an artist talk at 6:30pm. The pieces on display demonstrate his love for and facility with the blacksmithing process, resulting in works that offer an illusion of being soft, not a quality often associated with metal. 5pm to 8pm.
- Houston Dynamo FC vs. St Louis FC at Shell Energy Stadium – Get loud for the Dynamo as they play against St. Louis in front an oranged-out crowd in EaDo. $21 and up. 5:30pm.
- Flatland Cavalry in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The country performers from Lubbock come to Houston for a concert of well-loved and new songs. The group’s latest album, Wandering Star, is a throwback to ’90s country vibes. $35 and up. 6pm.
- Cinco de Mayo Wrestling Showdown at 8th Wonder Brewery – The EaDo brewery welcomes lucha libre for a night of thrilling performances. Come ready to enjoy live wrestling, brews and good times. Colorful wrestling masks optional. $30. 6pm to 10pm.
- Thorn & Moon’s Good Vibes Mystical Market: Star Wars Edition at Bad Astronaut Brewing | FREE – Celebrating Star Wars Day, this all-ages event features dozens of mystical and magickal artists, occult and oddities vendors, plus live tattoo artistry, and tarot readers. Expect curated music, craft beer and a space-themed costume contest, complete with prizes. 6pm to 11pm.
- Derek Hough: Symphony of Dance at Smart Financial Centre – The Emmy Award–winning star of Dancing with the Stars, performs his all-new show in Sugar Land. The performance has been praised for its high energy, music and production values. Audiences should expect a variety of dance styles and vocal performances. $45 and up. 8pm.
- Comedian Ahmed Al-Kadri at the Secret Group – The Yemeni American brings his distinct brand of comedy and observation to EaDo. His material is mined from his upbringing, relatable situations and goofy fun. 8pm to 10pm.
- Dancing on Steel at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – The San Jacinto Community College Steel Band brings its sound to the Miller Outdoor Theatre stage. Showcasing fun and creative new arrangements of popular musical hits, this program will begin with new musical arrangements of familiar music, including tunes from current pop artists, classic show tunes, movie soundtracks, and television hits. 8:15pm.
- Chris Lake in Concert at Bayou Music Center – The British electronic dance music producer and DJ, known for hits like “Free Your Body” and “Turn Off the Lights,” makes a stop in Houston for a live show. His shows have been praised for their extensive set lists, energy and dance grooves. $64 and up. 9pm.
- Taylor Rave at Warehouse Live Midtown – Dance and sing along to the music of Taylor Swift with lasers, remixes, and more. Whether you’re feeling like a tortured poet, or ready to shake it off, this night offers something for every Swiftie. $15. 9pm.
- La Izquierda After Party: India Tigers in Texas at Hotel Lucine | No Cover – India Tigers in Texas performs on the rooftop of Galveston’s trendy boutique hotel, to keep the party going from the second day of La Iazquierda Surf and Music Festival. 10pm to close.
- 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.
Sunday, May 5, 2024
- Galveston’s Own Farmers Market at the Depot on Market | FREE – Shoppers can mingle and find fresh local produce, croissants, coffee, spices, meat, eggs, and more. Taking place rain or shine, this is a chance to meet the growers and producers who bring their wares to this bustling market every week. 9am to 1pm.
- Cinco De Mayo Celebration at Children’s Museum Houston – Celebrate Cinco de Mayo, a day that commemorates a historical Mexican victory, with live performances, DIY Pinata Art Workshop, and story time in the Museum District. $17. 10am to 4pm.
- Cinco de Mayo Market at Karbach Brewing Company | FREE – Toast to Cinco festivities with Micheladas in the biergarten, beer samplings, food trucks, local vendors and more. Grab your friends and come out for a fun afternoon. 11am to 6pm.
- Houston Dash vs. Kansas City Current at Shell Energy Stadium – The Dash take on NWSL’s top team in an afternoon kick-off on the EaDo pitch. $12 and up. Noon.
- Maíz Mania at Equal Parts Brewing – The Second Ward brewery gathers the city’s best elote recipes for a showdown of delicious proportions and the return of Equal Part’s Dadpils, their corn lager. The day will be filled with music, beer, all the corn you can eat (and judge), and a finale of live lucha libre. $50. Noon to 6pm.
- Cinco de Mayo with Shop Local Market at Houston Farmers Market | FREE – Celebrate the day with Latin jams on vinyl spun by DJ Candela, $5 margs from Comalito, tasty tamales and desserts, and Shop Local’s artisans, artists, and makers. 1pm to 5pm.
- Cinco De Mayo with Pride Houston at Axelrad | FREE – Get ready for a lively atmosphere filled with delicious tamales, savory crawfish, vibrant music, and the highly anticipated announcement of the Grand Marshal winners and honorary Grand Marshals for this year’s Pride Parade. RSVP requested. 1pm to 6pm.
- Houston Youth Symphony Spring Concerts at Stude Concert Hall – The award-winning youth orchestra closes out its season with two spring concerts on Sunday, each with a unique program featuring assemblies of string orchestras, and the Philharmonia and Symphony for a stunning showcase of teenage talent. $15; $10 for ages 11 and under. 2:30pm and 7pm.
- Lone Star Cup: Cinco de Mayo Edition at Houston Polo Club – In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, there will be a live pregame mariachi performance along with a world class polo match, player parade, live music, expert announcing, Champagne divot stomp at halftime and special trophy presentation.The Lymbar is the onsite concession serving delicious Argentine- and Brazilian-inspired menu choices and a premium bar menu. $18 and up. 5pm.
- Cinco de Mayo: Bailo DJ Set at Bauhaus – The Downtown EDM venue hosts a mega Cinco bash with dozens of DJs playing back-to-backs, capped off with Bailo delivering house vibes deep into the night. 7pm.
- Joe Satriani & Steve Vai in Concert at 713 Music Hall – Two American guitar legends share the same stage when Deep Purple’s Joe Satriani and virtuoso Steve Vai head to Post Houston for a night of magic. $108.50 and up. 8pm.
- Interpol in Concert at Bayou Music Center – The indie rock stalwarts from Manhattan come through Downtown celebrating the 20th anniversary of Antics. Houston’s Narrow Head will open the show. $59 and up. 8pm.
- Leftover Salmon in Concert at the Heights Theater – The jam band from Boulder, Colorado, known for songs like “Troubled Time” and “River’s Rising,” comes to Houston. With sounds that blend bluegrass, acoustic and more, their extensive catalog offers a glimpse at the breadth of their musicality. $36 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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