Updated Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 5:40pm
Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with 100+ events and more to do in our 365 Houston Weekend Guide from Thursday, October 16 to Monday, October 19, 2025.
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Plan Your Weekend: October 16 to 19, 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
Pumpkins After Dark 2025 at Big Rivers Fairgrounds | Thursday to Saturday | Ongoing – Journey down a magical road adorned with 10,000 hand-carved lit pumpkin sculptures and displays, complete with full access to Big Rivers Amusement Park. $23. 6pm to 10pm nightly. Get tickets.
The Abyss at Terror Isle Adventures Haunted House | Friday & Saturday | Ongoing – Plunges into a terrifying underwater nightmare, where a cursed treasure unleashes a plague across Terror Isle. $27+. 7pm to 11pm both nights. Get tickets.
Ghost Coast Festival at League-Kempner House | Friday to Sunday – Held at the historic Galveston mansion, the family-friendly fright fest features a market, paranormal speakers, investigations, ghost tours, psychic readings, kids’ activities, and more. $25+. Times vary. Get tickets.
The House of Pikachu: Art, Anime & Pop Culture Opening Weekend at Asia Society Texas Center | Friday to Sunday | Ongoing – Covering the present-day, far-reaching influence of Japanese animation on contemporary art, the new exhibit looks at one of the world’s most popular forms of entertainment. Included with $15 admission. 10am to 5pm. Learn more.
International Gem & Jewelry Show at NRG Center | Friday to Sunday – Find original jewelry creations, loose gemstones, beaded strands, pearls, watches, antique and estate jewelry, and more. $6+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Oktoberfest at Galveston Bay Brewing | Friday to Sunday | No Cover – Take in a golf cart parade, specialty German brews, foods, live music, games, contests, and more along the Clear Lake shore. 10am to 10pm. Learn more.
Buffalo Bayou Mural Festival in the East End | Friday to Sunday | FREE – Things kick off on Friday evening with a party at Moon Tower Inn, followed by 2 days of live painting the external walls of Headquarters a few blocks away. Places and times vary. Learn more.
27th Annual Eastwood Home Tour in The East End | Saturday & Sunday – Stroll through some of the neighborhood’s historic and lovingly cared-for homes on a self-guided tour benefitting the neighborhood association. $20+. Noon to 5pm both days. Get tickets.
Artoberfest in Historic Downtown Galveston | Saturday & Sunday – Shop for one-of-a-kind art, jewelry, and home decor from over 120 artist booths along the Strand $5. Times vary. Get tickets.
Genteel Junque at the Depot on Market | Saturday & Sunday | FREE – Shop a world of treasures and find something special for yourself or someone else at this antique sale that benefits the Galveston Historical Foundation. Times vary. Learn more.
Haunted Harbor Tours at Galveston Historic Seaport | Saturday & Sunday – Hop aboard the Seagull II for a 90-minute tour of Galveston Bay where you’ll learn the haunted history of the island’s historic waters. $37.95+. Times vary.
Wings Over Houston Airshow at Ellington Field | Saturday & Sunday – One of the top airshows in the nation, Wings Over Houston welcomes back vintage World War II aircraft and modern aviation with soaring spectacles, reenactments, and high-flying aerobatics. $50 ticket includes up to 6 kids ages 14 and under at no extra cost. 8am to 5pm both days. Get tickets.
51st Annual Texas Renaissance Festival in Todd Mission | Saturday & Sunday – The beloved, infamous Ren-Fair offers a fall of reveling in the enchanted worlds of kings and queens, knights, fairies, and elves, with themes, performances, and eats. $29+ in advance. 9am to 8pm daily. Get tickets.
Sloomooween at Sloomoo Institute | Saturday & Sunday | Ongoing – Kids and families can enjoy special trick-or-treating, costume contests, make your own slime, meet and greets with Sloomoo, getting slimed at Spooky Falls, and more at the top slime experience in the U.S. $29.99+. 9am to 9pm both days. Get tickets.
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; RSVP required. 10am both days. RSVP now.
ThriftCon at NRG Park | Saturday & Sunday – The national touring vintage clothing and collectible convention returns to H-Town. $20 in advance; free ages 13 and under. 10am to 5pm both days. Get tickets.
Galaxy Frights at Space Center Houston | Opens Saturday | Ongoing – Explore the wonders of space with a spooky twist at the annual Halloween. $29.95; $24.95 for ages 4 to 11; free for ages 3 and under. 10am to 6pm daily. Get tickets.
Pearland Restaurant Weeks 2025 Around Pearland | Daily | Ongoing – Save and take advantage of special curated menus and meal bundles at popular local restaurants across Pearland while supporting Pearland Neighborhood Center. Places and times vary. See restaurants or learn more.
Fractal Worlds at Artechouse | Daily | Ongoing – Visual artist Julius Horsthuis invites audiences to step inside the infinite, using powerful digital projections to show how mathematics shape our physical world along with our perception, emotion, and imagination. $30+. Times vary. Get tickets.
The Da Vinci Code at Alley Theatre | Daily | Final Weekend – Based on the hit novel, the thrilling and visually stunning play follows symbiologist Robert Langdon and cryptologist Sophie Neveu in a race across Paris and London, trying to solve a deadly puzzle that could alter the course of history. $53+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Stages: The Lehman Trilogy at The Gordy | Daily | Final Weekend – Three actors play more than 50 characters in a sweeping 160-year saga charting the rise and fall of the Lehman brothers’ powerful real life financial firm, leaving disaster in its wake. $25+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Drunk Dracula at The Emerald Theatre | Thursday to Saturday | Ongoing – The fall favorite returns, with an actor pounding 5 shots of whiskey right before their starring turn as the vampire who can’t be satisfied—while fellow actors try to keep things on script. $69+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Tea d’Alba at Hotel Granduca – Italian charm meets English tradition with a curated selection of fine teas, paired with delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and decadent desserts. $39+. Seatings from noon to 1:30pm. Get tickets.
Lego Night at Decant Urban Winery – Sip vino and build Legos at Houston Toy Museum’s night out for adults, solo or with friends, at the Independence Heights winery. $16.99+. 5pm to 8pm. Reserve your set.
Rostros Cares Foundation: The Rostros Awards at MATCH – The original show blends art, music, fashion, and recognition in support of single mothers and children with special needs. $35+. 5pm. Get tickets.
Bordeaux Wine Tasting at Pappas Bros. Steakhouse Galleria – Sample some of the finest wines from one of the world’s finest wine regions. $500. 5:30pm. Get tickets.
Roman Pasta Making Class at Sorriso Modern Italian Kitchen – Chef Jonathan Lestingi guides the preparation of 4 classic Roman pasta dishes in a hands-on class at the Westin Woodlands restaurant.. $100. 6pm. Get tickets.
Spooky Spirits at the Houston Zoo – Come in costume and explore the zoo at night, sipping on seasonal cocktails and craft brews. $49. 6pm to 10pm. Get tickets.
Dwight Yoakum in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – The country mega-star, accompanied by Marcus King and Los Lonely Boys, lands in Sugar Land on his Cosmic Roundup and Rodeo tour. $59+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Author J. Elle at Blue Willow Bookshop | FREE with RSVP – The young adult fantasy writer discusses and signs her new book, Fortress of Ambrose. 7pm. RSVP.
Grease Movie Screening on the Skylawn at Post Houston | FREE – Revisit the Pink Ladies and the T-Birds at a screening of the 1978 movie musical (PG) under the stars. 8pm.
Ella Langley in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The country singer famous for “You Look Like You Love Me” brings her Live in Texas tour to Downtown. $53+. 8pm. Get tickets.
The Stews in Concert at The Secret Group – Now in its ninth year, the EaDo favorite welcomes the indie rock band known for songs like “Notions” and “How It Ends.” $27+. 8pm. Get tickets.
The Wailers in Concert at Bad Astronaut – Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Natural Mystic album as you hear selections from the iconic reggae band’s latest, Evolution. $29+. 8pm. Get tickets.
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Friday, October 17, 2025
Storybook Theatre: Binny’s Diwali at The Woodlands Children’s Museum – Thrity Umrigar’s book about Binny sharing her love of the festival of lights with her class expands off the page with songs, rhymes, and more. Included with $9 admission. 11am. Learn more.
Author Skip Hollandsworth at Murder by the Book | FREE – The Texas Monthly reporter talks to fellow Texan and TM contributor Mimi Swarz about his new book, She Kills: The Murderous Socialite, the Cross-Dressing Bank Robber, and Other True Crime Tales, a compilation of crafted tales focusing on female perpetrators. 6:30pm. Learn more.
Turkish Vegetarian Feast Made Easy with Özlem Warren at Central Market Cooking School – Award-winning author, Turkish food writer and cookery teacher demonstrates a delicious menu, offering recipes, prep ahead tips, and stories from her homeland. $100. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Candlelight: Tribute to Luis Miguel on Strings at Resurrection MCC – Hear the music of Luis Miguel as the Divisi String Quartet quarter performs hits like “La Incondicional“ and “Sabor A Mi “ by hundreds of glowing candles in the Heights. $30+. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The rock band known for songs like “Little Thing Gone Wild” and “Done All Wrong” hits the downstairs stage. $47+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Bob Schneider’s Halloween Happening Concert at the 1859 St. Joseph’s Church – Austin’s beloved singer-songwriter and former frontman of The Ugly Americans and The Scabs performs in the intimate Galveston venue. $43+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Gramps Morgan & Dem Roots Music in Concert at Axelrad – The 3-time Grammy-winner and 14-time Grammy-nominated King of Country Reggae headlines on Axelrad’s new festival stage, joined by H-Town’s Dem Roots Music. $36+. 7:15pm. Get tickets.
Master Chefs All-Stars Live at Smart Financial Centre – Season 15 finalists The Fiery Cooks, season 14 winner Michael Leonard; and season 9 winner Gerron Hunt battle head-to-head in thrilling challenges to make jaw-dropping culinary creations in a live version of the TV hit. $48+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
An Evening with Billy Stritch & the 2025 University of Houston Singers Collective at Jose Quintero Theatre – The Houston native and Grammy-winning songwriter joins musical theater students from UH’s McGovern College of the Arts for an evening of tunes from the Great American Songbook and mid-century musical theater. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Bladee in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The Swedish singer and rapper brings his Martyr tour to the Post Houston venue. $53. 8pm. Get tickets.
Abdul Hannan in Concert at The Heights Theater – The Pakistani singer who wowed the world with hits like “Bikhra” and “Iraaday” makes a stop in Houston on his Lahore to LA Tour. $31+. 8pm. Get tickets.
DaCamera: Walter Smith II Quartet in Concert at Wortham Center – The Houston native saxophonist pays homage to his hometown in this evening of jazz inspired by the Bayou City, including “610 Loop”, “Lone Star”, “Cezanne”, and “Montrose Nocturne”. $53+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Ice Cube in Concert at Toyota Center – The L.A. native, singer, songwriter, producer—and one of the founders of the groundbreaking rap group N.W.A—performs live at the Downtown arena on his Truth to Power: Four Decades of Attitude Tour. $136+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Texas Eagles in Concert at Post Houston – Take it easy as the Eagles tribute band, play hits like “Hotel California” and “Lyin’ Eyes” against the Houston skyline backdrop. $23+. 8pm. Get tickets.
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 with high production quality. $35 includes first drink. 8pm and 10pm. Get tickets.
Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Queen at Resurrection MCC – The Divisi String Quartet performs classic Queen hits like “I Want to Break Free,” “We Will Rock You,” “Radio Ga Ga,” and “Bohemian Rhapsody” under the glow of candlelight. $26+. 8:30pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Mitch Fatel at The Secret Group – Garnering laughs for more than 30 years, Fatel brings his comedic observations to the EaDo stage. $26. 9pm. Get tickets.
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