Plan Your Weekend: September 8 to 11, 2022

Things to Do All Weekend Long

• Mackenzie Thorpe: A World of Love Opening Reception at Off The Wall | Thursday to Saturday | FREE – Explore original works, sculptures and limited editions by the celebrated British artist at the Galleria-area arts gallery. RSVP for an opportunity to meet the artist on Friday and Saturday. Times vary.
• Alliance Theatre presents Out of the Depths at MATCH | Thursday to Saturday – Peer into the hearts and minds of real Houstonians who struggle with various types of mental illness, through the true stories of 10 adults at the Midtown theater. $20. Times vary.
• 5th Annual Jaipur Literature Festival Houston at Asia Society Texas | Friday & Saturday – Internationally acclaimed authors and local writers spotlight this two-day event, called “the greatest literary show on earth.” The weekend includes panels and discussions, a dinner and more, all celebrating the hope and community books can offer. $20; $5 for students. $50 for a weekend pass. Friday 7pm to 10pm; Saturday 10am to 6pm.
• Comedian April Macie at Rudyard’s Pub | Friday & Saturday – A Last Comic Standing finalist, April Macie brings the laughs to the upstairs stage at Rudyard’s in Montrose. $17 and up. 7pm and 9pm both nights.
• My Name is Not Mom at Wortham Center | Friday & Saturday – Embark on a hilarious journey through motherhood with internet sensations Tiffany Jenkins, Meredith Masony, and Dena Blizzard. The comic trio shares their take on mothering through the sleepless nights of the toddler years, middle school craziness, and trying not to physically attack a high schooler. $40 to $60. 7:30pm both nights. 
• Polish Harvest Festival at Our Lady of Czestochowa Roman Catholic Church | Friday to Sunday | FREE – Based on the centuries-old Polish tradition of Dozynki, an end of harvest jubilee celebration, the Polish Harvest Festival combines traditional and modern elements featuring food, drink, and entertainment, plus a Chrildren’s Corner that offers an area full of exciting games, face painting, bounce houses and more. Though free to attend, food and drinks are on you. Times vary.
• Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park | Friday to Sunday – The Astros host Shohei Ohtani and the Angels for the final time this season, across a weekend that features a Justin Verlander ’90s jersey giveaway, a Kyle Tucker bobblehead, and First Responders Day with a commemorative coin up for grabs to the first 10,000 fans. $12 and up. Times vary.
• Comedian Jason Banks at Houston Improv | Friday to Sunday – The touring comic who has featured on TruTV’s Laff Mobb’s Laff Tracks, Kevin Hart’s LOL Network, and on the Comedians on South High podcast comes to Houston for a weekend of laughs. Tickets are $60 for 2, and up. Times vary.
• Houston Symphony presents Cirque de la Symphonie at Jones Hall | Friday to Sunday – Aerialists, balancers, contortionists oh my; there will be three opportunities over the weekend to lose yourself in the sights and sounds of this special family-friendly spectacle from the Houston Symphony. $29 and up. Times vary.
• 60th Anniversary of the John F. Kennedy Speech at Rice University | Saturday & Sunday | Some FREE – Rice University celebrates 60 years since President John F. Kennedy gave his “We choose to go to the Moon” speech at Rice Stadium. Weekend festivities include free access to space exploration, industry and research exhibits, the opportunity to take a selfie from space on Friday morning at 11am, and more. Times vary.
• Thanks for the Memories at National Museum of Funeral History | Daily – Peruse through tributes and funeral memorabilia from some of the world’s most well-known celebrities at the North Houston museum of all things funerary. $10. Times vary.

End of Summer Markets & More Destinations

• Thanks for the Memories at National Museum of Funeral History | Daily – Peruse through tributes and funeral memorabilia from some of the world’s most well-known celebrities at the North Houston museum of all things funerary. $10. Times vary.
• Summer Markets in Greater Houston – Shop local and fresh from the farm with our guide to weekly and monthly markets taking place in all corners of Greater Houston.
• Limited Time Museum Exhibits & Art Installations Around Greater Houston | Daily | Many FREE – Explore the many striking, stunning, and diverse exhibits exploring history, science, art, culture, and creativity around the Greater Houston metro area.

Ongoing Theater Shows & Arts Performances

Many plays, musicals, and other stage shows span multiple weeks. Scroll down to find new shows opening this week, then ongoing performances, followed by shows that are wrapping up this weekend.

• Houston Ballet presents Peter Pan at Wortham Center | Friday to Sunday | Opening Weekend – Houston Ballet presents a reinterpretation of Sir James M. Barrie’s classic tale, Peter Pan, featuring flying sequences, swashbuckling sword fights, giant puppets, and more. $25 and up. Times vary.
• The Moonlit Princess at Rec Room Arts | Daily | Ongoing – This world premiere is based on a Persian fairy tale that is a universal story. Little Mah loses her parents and endures a string of hardships, but through her challenges, she strives to choose kindness. Pay-what-you-can; suggested price of $40. Showtimes vary.
• Stages presents Dream: The Music of the Everly Brothers at the Gordy | Daily | Ongoing – With their tight harmonies and songs that unmistakably captured the innocence of young love, the Everly Brothers left an enduring legacy on music, which DREAM explores through their story and 25 of their songs. $30 and up. Showtimes vary. 
• Gideon & the Blundersnorp: An Adventure Musical at MATCH | Friday & Saturday | Final Weekend – This kid-friendly adventure musical combines witty characters, pulse-pounding excitement and a rousing cinematic medieval folk score. $25; $5 for ages 3 to 12. Showtimes vary.

Tickets to Houston Pro Sports Games

• Houston Astros Home Games at Minute Maid Park | 2022 Tickets on Sale | Sponsored − Save on 2022 Astros games with cheaper, better or hard-to-find seats on the online resale market.
• Houston Dynamo Home Games at PNC Stadium | 2022 Tickets on Sale | Sponsored − Save on 2022 Dynamo games with cheaper, better or hard-to-find seats on the online resale market.
• Houston Texans Home Games at NRG Stadium | 2022 Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on 2022 Texans games with cheaper, better or hard-to-find seats on the online resale market.

• Latinx Heritage Month Teacher Workshop at Holocaust Museum Houston | FREE – This half-day workshop helps educators to explore the stories of Latinx leaders through HMH galleries and classroom activities designed for elementary, middle, and high school students. Free with registration. 10am to 3:30pm.
• Bikes & Brews at Brazos River Park | FREE – Head over to Brazos River Park in Sugar Land and enjoy a night of socializing with bicycling and mountain bike enthusiasts, delicious food from food trucks, and beer from Saint Arnold Brewery. 6pm to 8pm.
• Bayou Happy Hour Hike at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center – Enjoy a golden hour hike through the riparian woodland of the Bayou and sip on Saint Arnold at this happy hour event in the Arboretum. $20. 6pm to 8pm.
• Author James R. Benn Book Signing at Murder by the Book – The Florida Gulf Coast–based writer is the author of 16 World War II–era mysteries featuring Billy Boyle. He’ll be signing his newly released 17th book, From the Shadows, and other Billy Boyle novels. Guests must purchase a copy from the store to have it signed. Free to attend; book purchase is $27.95. 6:30pm.
• Blue Water Highway in Concert at Last Concert Cafe – The Texas-based Americana quartet come to the near-Downtown concert venue to play songs from their release, Paper Airplanes. $12. 7pm.
• School of Rock Movie Screening at First Colony Mall | FREE – Catch a screening of the 2003 music comedy movie starring Jack Black, School of Rock, at First Colony Mall. 7pm to 9pm.
• Samba Dance Class at Midtown Park | FREE – Learn the 1’s and 2’s of the popular Brazilian dance style in this class open to single dancers and all skill levels. 7pm to 9pm.
• Comedian Carolanne Miljavac at Houston Improv – The Missouri-based mom of four and ’80s baby, best known for her massive online presence across multiple social media platforms, is known for being the “go-to girl” for a good laugh, encouragement, loving truths, and vulnerability. Tickets start at $50 for 2, and up. 7:30pm.
• Giveon in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The future of R&B is in good hands with baritone boss Giveon at the helm as he stops by Post Houston in support of his debut album, Give or Take. $55 and up. 8pm.
• Jackopierce in Concert at the Heights Theater – The acoustic-driven rock duo have been performing for more than 30 years together, and now they bring it to the Heights for one-night only. $24 and up. 8pm.
• The Lowdown Drifters in Concert at Dosey Doe: the Big Barn – The Woodlands stage hosts the country folk group for a night at the Big Barn. $15. 8pm.
• Bob Schneider in Concert at Main Street Crossing – The Austin-based singer-songwriter heads to Tomball for a night of fan faves. $38 and up. 8pm.
• Warren Zeiders in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The young country songwriter heads to White Oak for a night of high-energy tunes from his latest single releases. $20 in advance; $25 day of. 8pm.
• BettySoo & Colin Gilmore in Concert at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck – The longtime Upper Kirby stage hosts singer-songwriters and instrumentalists BettySoo and Colin Gilmore. $30 and up. 9:30pm.

• More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do are happening all weekend long. Scroll up and see our list, or browse Houston Experiences to save on museum passes, tours, and more.