Saturday, October 5, 2024
- Fall Real Estate Investing Expo at Total Wealth Academy | FREE with RSVP – Learn about investing in real estate and building a second stream of income with the most diverse presentation of real estate spaces, including mixed-use commercial, senior living, self-storage, apartments, and more. In addition to learning from industry leaders, guests can also enjoy free Japanese food, craft beer, drinks, networking, fun, and more. 8am to 4pm.
- Beginner Bird Photography at the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center – Author and photographer Rosemary Brooks shares tips for getting out in nature and capturing those special avian moments in a hands-on 3-hour class experience. Bring your camera and be ready to explore. Registration required. $50. 9:30am.
- Grand Opening at Katy Rock Shop | FREE – The Katy shop dedicated to rocks, minerals and fossils marks their new location with a pop-up featuring wine, cheese, and music. Educators, collectors and the curious are welcome. 10am to 8pm
- Lockwood on Buffalo Bayou Ribbon-Cutting & Neighborhood Party | FREE – This community celebration features a ribbon cutting and remarks from local officials, followed by a day of music, food, lawn games, giveaways and more. Artist Gerardo Rosales gives art tours, the Milby High School Marching Band performs and DJ Gracie Chavez brings the beats. 10am to 1pm.
- Market Square Park Farmers Market in Downtown | FREE – The Downtown park comes alive on Saturday mornings this fall, with farmers and vendors selling seasonally fresh and affordable fruits and vegetables, meat proteins, prepared foods, and other household goods. Plus, live music performances by Bulbo keeps the midday market lively. 10am to 2pm.
- 16th Annual Halloween Classic Car Show at the National Museum of Funeral History – Check out an array of classic cars dressed up for the occasion, shop a fall vendor market for unique items, grab a bite from food trucks, and visit the museum to learn about science, culture, and history. Costumes optional; trick or treat bags encouraged. Museum admission is an additional charge. $10 and up. 11am to 4pm.
- First Saturday Arts Market in the Heights | FREE – Now in its 20th year, Houston’s O.G. artist market on 19th Street offers unique items from Houston-area creators. Expect an array of paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry and more. Enjoy wine or a beer and take in some live music while enjoying the vibe. 11am to 6pm.
- H.A.M. Market featuring Houston Grand Opera Public Art Exhibition | FREE – The Harrisburg Art Museum in the East End hosts an outdoor market featuring carefully curated artworks, vintage treasures, shiny baubles, and more. A selection of artworks inspired by Houston Grand Opera’s new season will be on exhibit until May, and guests can expect bites, mural magic and other fun. 11am to 5pm.
- Houston Country, Folk & Red Dirt Festival at Clear Lake Park – Country artists Chase Wright, Frank Ray, Flat River Band, Grace Leer, and more perform live on the main stage at a day-long party. Guests will also enjoy artists and artisans, a farmers market, and a gourmet food and beverage garden, featuring craft beer and wines. The same event will happen at Pearland Town Center next weekend. $7 and up. 11am to 9pm.
- 5th Annual Läktoberfest at Lake Houston Brewery | No Cover – The lakeside brewery offers stunning views to pair with its day-long Oktoberfest celebration, featuring live music by Midnight River Choir, German brews and foods, contests, games and more. 11am to 10pm.
- Friends of DePelchin: Tailgate for Tots 2024 Mixer at Drift – A fall event mixer for the young professionals group will feature football watching, great food and drinks, wine pulls, raffles for prizes, a silent auction, and more. Funds will go to support DePelchin’s Children’s Center support kids in need and the families who care for them. $20 and up. Noon to 3pm.
- Oktoberfest & Grand Opening at Katy Beer Garden | No Cover – The new Katy Beer Garden will host its Grand Opening celebration with an all-day Oktoberfest party. Folks can enjoy live Polka music, bands, and DJs, stein hoisting competitions, costume contests, traditional German sausages, Oktoberfest booze, and more. Noon to 2am.
- Super Saturday: Korean Culture Celebration at Asia Society Texas Center | FREE with RSVP – Learn about Gayeon, which translates into a beautiful or destined meeting that seeks to bring people closer through celebrating shared passions. Dance and music performances highlight this experience. RSVP required. 1pm to 3pm.
- Toy Designer Stefanie Eskander at Houston Toy Museum – Meet a toy designer who’s contributed to beloved lines like Rainbow Brite, Popples, Jem, Moondreamers, Maxie, Dolly Surprise, Cupcakes, Cabbage Patch Kids, WWF Wrestling Buddies, when she talks about her 40 years in the toy business, how toys are developed from concept to production, what it means to create such popular pieces. $7 and up. 3pm.
- Southern Smoke Festival at Discovery Green – More than 70 incredible food and beverage pros from across the country will join the best wine, spirit, and beer producers and outstanding live music at Discovery Green. Proceeds benefit Southern Smoke Foundation, which has distributed more than $11.7 million to food and beverage workers nationwide. $225; $500 VIP. 5pm to 8pm.
- 6th Annual A Taste of Cy-Fair at Bridgeland Lakeland Village Center – A Taste of Cy-Fair brings together local restaurants and businesses, and volunteers, with all proceeds benefiting Cy-Hope to help kids in the Cy-Fair community. Attendees can enjoy bite-sized creations from top local restaurants, sip handpicked wines and craft beers, jam out to live music and entertainment, shop the artisan market, bid on items from the silent auction, and more. 5pm to 8pm. $40; $15 for ages 11 and under; $80 VIP.
- Water Lantern Festival at City Place Park – Coinciding with the official opening of immersive art installation As Water Falls by Montreal-based arts collective Irregular, this beautiful evening culminates in the sunset sendoff of thousands of handmade lanterns into the main pond of City Place Park. $28.99 and up. 4:30pm to 8:30pm.
- Fractured: A Photographic Adventure With 400-Year-Old Glass Opening Reception at Archway Gallery | FREE – Check out the striking photography that artist Larry Garmezy captured through a distorted, uneven plate of glass. Enjoy complimentary valet parking and light bites; artist talk at 6:30pm. 5pm to 8pm.
- 3rd Annual Oktoberfest in Sugar Land Town Square – Flying Saucer opens more than 50 taps for a Bavarian celebration in Sugar Land, featuring a vintage and crafts market, live music and dance, and traditional German foods with games and contests like the dachshund dash, stein races, bratwurst eating contest and more. $5 in advance, free for ages 11 and under; tasting packages are $25 and up. Prices increase at the gate. 5pm to 9pm.
- Apollo Chamber Players: Liberty at the Hobby Center – The ensemble opens its season with this reflection on freedom, love and the triumph of the human spirit. Legendary actor and activist George Takei tells the story of his family’s forced internment during World War II. The evening also features the world premiere of a newly adapted commissioned work by John Corigliano, one of America’s most celebrated living composers, and Afghan-born composer Homayoun Sakhi offers a global perspective on the promises and perils of self-government and the eternal quest for liberty. $39.50 and up. 7pm.
- Malevo at the Grand 1894 Opera House – The Argentinian all-male group elevates Malambo traditions with urban percussion and dance. Elements of flamenco, tango and Irish step dance meet to create a performance that has wowed audiences around the world. $25 and up. 8pm.
- Society of Indo-American Arts: Kaleidoscope Of Dances Of India at MATCH – Experience the 6 classical dance forms of India: Bharat Natyam, Kathak, Mohiniattam, Odissi, Kuchipudi, and Manipuri, all on the same stage. Narration accompanies the pieces, to give audiences a deeper dive into this art form. $32 and up. 8pm.
- Gary P. Nunn in Concert at The Heights Theater – The country music icon, who helped found the progressive country movement in the 1970s comes to Houston for a live show as part of his Taking Texas to the Country tour. $34 and up. 8pm.
- Vicetone at Noto Houston – The EaDo club welcomes the DJ duo that’s garnered fans across the globe, known for their addictive melodies and meticulous production. $15 and up. 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 this week’s list, local attractions and destinations, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum and brewery passes, tours, and more.
Sunday, October 6, 2024
- Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 at Houston Amtrak Station | FREE – The massive steam locomotive, 132 feet long and weighing 1.2 million pounds, comes to Houston as part of UP’s Heartland of America Tour. Originally delivered to the rail company in December 1941, Big Boy No. 4014 traveled 1,031,205 miles in its 20 years in service. Note: there is no onsite parking and times are subject to change due to train schedules. 9am to 3pm
- Czech Festival at Crosby Fairgrounds | FREE – Expect barbecue and sausage dinners, kolaches and homemade pastries, live Czech music and dance, and much more. Family-friendly entertainment includes bingo, raffles, booths and shopping. 11am.
- Family Day at Rienzi: Celebrating Hispanic Culture | FREE with RSVP – Experience the vibrant spirit of Hispanic culture in captivating art, live music, and engaging activities. Explore the galleries and discover the rich historical and artistic influences of Spanish culture. Space is limited and RSVP is required. 1pm to 5pm.
- House of Horrors at the River Oaks Theatre – In this classic flick, an unsuccessful sculptor saves a madman named “The Creeper” from drowning. Seeing an opportunity for revenge, he tricks the psycho into murdering his critics. $10.16. 3:30pm.
- International Cup at the Houston Polo Club – Experience a world class polo match, player parade, live music, expert announcing, Champagne divot stomp at halftime tucked behind Memorial Park. The Lymbar is the onsite concession serving delicious Argentine- and Brazilian-inspired menu choices and a premium bar menu. $18 and up. 4pm.
- Houston Cecilia Chamber Choir: Harmony at All Saints Catholic Church – The choir performs highlights from a variety of well-known and lesser-performed operas in a beautiful setting. Pay What You Will. 5pm.
- Lola Young in Concert at House of Blues – The English singer-songwriter—who counts Joni Mitchell, Prince and Adele among her influences and was nominated for the Brit Award for Rising Star in 2021—comes to Houston for a live show. $27.50 and up. 7pm.
- Night Traveler in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – Pocket grooves and emotive melodies are the hallmarks of this acoustic trio, known for performing classic soft rock combined with country music and original songs. $20. 7pm.
- Rival Sons & Clutch in Concert at Bayou Music Center – The Two-Headed Beast Tour pairs up the California and Maryland rock bands for a hard rocking live show in at the edge of Downtown. $55 and up. 7pm.
- Carin León at Toyota Center – The singer-songwriter and global Mexican music sensation, León became the first Latin artist to perform at the both the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and Stagecoach Festival this year. He lands in Downtown as his Boca Chueca Tour comes to Houston. $99 and up. 8pm.
- South Seas Cinema at Lei Low | No Cover – Come up to the Heights-area tiki bar and catch a zombie or slasher flick double feature as you sip on a Zombie or other tropical libation. It’s Halloween in Paradise. Free popcorn. 9pm.
- 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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