Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, May 30 to Sunday, June 2, 2019.
Weekend Shortcuts
Entertain the kids with a free outdoor movie; join fellow parrotheads for a live show by Jimmy Buffett; leash your pup and walk in support of mental health awareness; chow down on crispy fried chicken at a festival dedicated to the southern dish; root for the Dynamo in a game against Kansas City and more.
Check below to find great things happening around Houston this weekend, from Thursday, May 27 to Sunday, June 2, 2019.
Things to Do All Weekend
- Murder for Two at Stages Repertory Company | Daily – Solve a murder mystery during this musical duet, where one actor plays the inspector, and another plays all 13 suspects under investigation. Tickets start at $25. Showtimes vary.
- Spamilton: An American Parody at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts | Starts Tuesday, May 28 – Laugh it up when Spamilton—a musical spoof of the Tony-Award winner and Broadway hit, Hamilton—takes the spotlight at Houston’s Hobby Center. Tickets start at $41, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s online resale market. Showtimes vary.
- Sex With Strangers at Stages Repertory Theatre | Daily – Laugh it up at Stages Repertory Theatre’s production of Sex With Strangers, a comedy about lust, love, and personal identity in the modern, internet-obsessed age. Tickets start at $25, but limited discounted tickets start at $19.50 for select shows. Showtimes vary.
- Songs From the Silver Screen at The Music Box Theater | Friday to Sunday – Crack up at a hilarious performance of iconic movie moments and music when The Music Box Theater presents Songs From the Silver Screen. General admission tickets are $31; reserved seating is $41, but limited discounted $15.50 tickets are available for select shows. 7:30pm nightly.
- The Three Musketeers at Alley Theatre | Friday to Sunday – Experience Alex Dumas’ classic tale of romance, danger, and comedy in Alley Theatre’s production of The Three Musketeers. Tickets start at $26. Showtimes vary.
- Comic Brad Williams at Houston Improv | Friday to Sunday – Laugh at the hilarious observations of Brad Williams, known from his Showtime specials, Daddy Issues and Fun Size, when the comic performs at Houston Improv for three consecutive nights. Tickets start at $20. Showtimes vary.
- Circo Hermanos Vazquez in North Houston | Friday to Sunday – Delight in the thrill of human cannonballs, graceful dancers, daring acrobats, and crazy clowns at the touring circus, Circo Hermanos Vasquez. Tickets range from $15 to $60, but limited comped (you only pay the ticketing fee) to $45 tickets are available for most shows. Showtimes vary.
- Constellations at Alley Theatre | Saturday and Sunday – Swoon to the moving story of a romantic (yet scientific) stage play when Alley Theatre presents Nick Payne’s Constellations. Tickets cost $45. Showtimes vary.
- Houston Astros Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Astros games with cheaper, better, or hard-to-find seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
- Houston Dynamo Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Dynamo games with cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
Thursday, May 30, 2019
- Jamey Johnson in Concert at House of Blues – The country music artist, Jamey Johnson, performs live at House of Blues in Downtown. Tickets start at $35. 7pm.
- Thursday Concerts at Discovery Green | FREE – Bring the family to a free, family-friendly concert featuring local talent at Discovery Green. This week’s lineup includes Lavelle White, known as the Queen of Texas Blues, and Annika Chambers. 7:30pm to 9:30pm.
- Up Rising: A Night of Dance Commemorating Stonewall’s 50th Anniversary at CAMH | FREE – Enjoy an evening of jazz, contemporary, ballet, and hip-hop dance when local LGBTQ dancers team up for a commemorative performance at CAMH. 6:30pm.
- How to Train Your Dragon in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – Listen to soaring scores from Dreamworks Animation’s How to Train Your Dragon as the Houston Symphony performs the movie’s music in concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Tickets start at $20, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s online resale market. 8pm.
- CSz presents The EaDo Comedy Show – For this improv show, ComedySportz Houston will draw from the vibe of the East Downtown neighborhood and call on audience members to participate. $10; limited comped and discounted $5 tickets available. 8pm.
- Kiefer Sutherland in Concert at Dosey Doe – Action movie star Kiefer Sutherland shows off his singing and songwriting talents in a country concert at Dosey Doe in The Woodlands. The band is touring in support of their new album, Reckless & Me. Tickets start at $98. 8:30pm.
- 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, May 31, 2019
- Keep Houston Rolling at Saint Arnold Brewery | No Cover – Meet with fellow bikers and score two free beers when you donate to the cycling club, Houston BCycle, during their annual fundraiser at Saint Arnold Brewery. They’ll also have a raffle, merchandise for sale, and discounted Lyft rides to and from the event. 5pm to 11pm.
- Music on the Plaza featuring artist Emily Fens & Wild Moccasins in Concert at MFAH | FREE – Enjoy an evening of live music from Wild Moccasins and art by Emily Fens on The Brown Foundation, Inc. Plaza in front of The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. 6pm.
- Summer Exhibits Reception at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft | FREE – Celebrate the opening of HCCC’s summer exhibitions with open studios, artist meet-and-greets, and Buffalo Bayou beer. Exhibits include Justin Favela’s All You Can Eat, and Tiff Massey’s A Different World. 5:30pm to 8pm.
- Home Movie Screening at Levy Park – Relax on the lawn at Levy Park during a free screening of the DreamWorks Animation film, Home, which tells of a lonely alien trying to fit in with his community. 8pm to 10pm.
- Slushiii in Concert at House of Blues – The DJ, singer, songwriter and record producer based in Los Angeles, Slushii, performs live for his Monster Energy Outbreak Tour at House of Blues in Downtown. Tickets are $25. 8pm.
- Wisin Y Yandel in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – Sing along to a live show by the Latin musical duo, Wisin & Yandel, when they tour the U.S. for the first time since their five-year hiatus. Tickets start at $39.50, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s online resale market. 8pm.
- Sizzling Summer Dance at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – Head to Miller Outdoor Theater for METdance’s Sizzling Summer Dance concert, a dynamic performance that concludes their twenty-third season of Better Together. 8:30pm.
- 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, June 1 and Sunday, June 2, 2019.
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