Find the perfect things to do in Houston over the weekend with events and more to do in our 365 Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, August 6 to Sunday, August 9, 2026.
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Plan Your Weekend: August 6 to 9, 2026
Events listed in chronological order, by start date and time and then by end date and time. The are not ranked. Festivals, shows and events that span multiple days are listed first in our All Weekend Long section.
All Weekend Long
Boot Dance Project: Break-In Dance Fest at MATCH | Thursday & Friday – Artists from across the state present original works in this break dance showcase. $25+. 7pm. Get tickets.
52nd Annual Houston Shakespeare Festival: The Tempest & The Comedy of Errors at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Thursday to Saturday | Final Weekend | FREE – Catch either The Tempest, The Comedy of Errors, or both—on alternating nights. 8:15pm each night. Learn more.
Horizon by Olivier Landreville at Avenida Houston | Daily | Ongoing | FREE – Ignite imaginations, gently rocking in an interactive egg-shaped dome plussed with a light and sound experience. 6am to 11pm daily. Learn more.
The Girl on the Train at Alley Theatre | Daily | Ongoing – A woman struggling with dependency must put together her fragmented memories to help find a missing girl in this play based on Paula Hawkins’ international bestselling novel and film. $32+. Times vary. Get tickets.
1989 Dreams Productions: The Woman He Told Me Not to Worry About at the Deluxe Theater | Daily – Monica’s life comes crashing down when she realizes her husband is having an affair in this story of love, betrayal, healing, and the strength it takes to choose yourself. $48+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Mean Girls at Queensbury Theatre | Daily – Wear pink whether it’s Wednesday or not and enjoy this musical based on the beloved film about a new girl trying to navigate high school cliques. $18+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Ringling Bros. & Barnum & Bailey present the Greatest Show on Earth at Reliant Stadium | Daily – Acrobatics, incredible acts and big top adventure await in this circus experience. $28+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Stages: Late Nite Catechism Las Vegas: Sister Rolls the Dice! at the Gordy | Daily – The irrepressible Sister is back, and Father Murphy has put her in charge of Las Vegas Night to raise funds for a new roof. What happens in Vegas might stay in Vegas, but God sees it all. $25+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Comedian Affion Crockett at Houston Improv | Daily – Originally debuted on HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, the actor, writer, dancer, and comic has gained over 50 million views on YouTube for his online sketch and parody videos. Times vary. $31+ Get tickets.
Cat Video Fest 2026 at River Oaks Theatre | Friday & Saturday –This feline film fiesta features a purr-fectly hilarious collection of kooky kitty videos. $16. Times vary. Get tickets.
DroneArt Show: Harry Potter at Constellation Field | Friday & Saturday – Watch more than 1,200 drones take flight in perfect harmony with the songs from the beloved films creating breathtaking visuals. $44; $26 ages 3 to 11. 9pm both nights. Get tickets.
29th Annual Festival of Originals at Theatre Southwest | Friday & Saturday – The company stages performances of new works by playwrights from Houston and beyond. $24. 8pm. Get tickets.
6th Annual Houston Horror Film Fest at Houston Marriott Westchase | Friday to Sunday – The yearly convention returns to Westchase with 3 days of horror film and pop culture fun, celebrity meet-and-greets, Q&A panels, plus more than 100 local vendors, artists, authors and more. This year’s guests include Jenna Jameson, Henry Winkler, Stephen Dorff and more. $39+. Times vary. Get tickets.
New Era Theatre: Preacher: The Last One at MATCH | Friday to Sunday – Set within the walls of a small Pentecostal church, this play is the story of a modern-day preacher facing challenges on his spiritual journey, confronting issues such as sex, jealousy, politics, and encounters with demonic spirits. $35. Times vary. Get tickets.
23rd Annual Houston Restaurant Weeks in Greater Houston | Daily | Ongoing – Benefiting Houston Food Bank, Houston’s signature dining continues with multi-course, prix-fixe meals for brunch, lunch and dinner—dine-in and to-go—at 350+ restaurants across the metro area. $25 brunch and lunch; $39 or $55 dinner. Times vary. Learn more.
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Yellowstone Bourbon Tasting at Trulucks’s – Taste four Yellowstone bourbons guided by founder and master distiller Stephen Beam. $50. 5:30pm. Get tickets.
Espresso Martini & Old Fashioned Class at William Price Distilling – Learn to make the two cocktail favorites in a hands-on class. $60. 6pm. Get tickets.
Amici Wine Dinner at Georgia James – Settle in for a tasty 4-course dinner paired with Amici wines. $150. 7pm. Reserve.
Author Tiye at Kindred Stories | FREE with RSVP – The USA Today bestselling author signs and discusses her latest enemies-to-lovers romance, Madly Driven. $5+. 7pm. RSVP.
Big3: Houston Rig Hands vs. Dallas Power at Toyota Center – The pro 3-on-3 half-court basketball league co-founded by Ice Cube brings a family-friendly match-up to Downtown, pitting Texas’ 2 biggest metros against each other. $39. 7pm. Get tickets.
Houston Chef Series Dinner at La Griglia – Cinema meets cuisine in a five‑course film‑inspired menu with curated beverage pairings. $125. 7pm. Get tickets.
Kam Franklin in Concert at Shoeshine Charley’s Big Top Lounge – The Houston singer-songwriter, producer and activist known for her work with The Suffers performs at the Midtown venue. 7pm. Get tickets.
Dream Retirement: Advanced Wealth Strategy Evening in the Energy Corridor | FREE with RSVP – Be Retirement Prepared presents the free, educational session covering advanced tax strategies, legacy planning, and withdrawal sequencing designed to protect and preserve your retirement assets. 7pm. RSVP.
Reckless Comedy at The Coronation Theatre – The newly relocated East End comedy HQ hosts three teams taking the stage to show off their improv skills, prompted by the audience’s ideas. $21. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
John Mellencamp in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – The ’80s rock legend known for hits like “Jack & Diane” and “Small Town” brings his Dancing Worlds tour of greatest hits to The Woodlands. $41+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Ella Mai in Concert at Smart Financial Centre – The multi-platinum, Grammy-winning R&B singer-songwriter known for her hit”Boo’d Up” plays the Sugar Land stage. Ama and Girlfriend join the show. $54+. 8pm. Get tickets.
The Back of the Bus Open Mic Night at The Secret Group | FREE with RSVP – Cheer on friends and new comics, or get up on stage at the EaDo club and share your own original set. 9:30pm. RSVP.
More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston are happening all weekend long. Check out local attractions and destinations and more.
Friday, August 7, 2026
Parent & Child: Sushi Basics at Central Market Cooking School – Kids ages 7 to 17 and their parents or guardians will work together to create a variety of sushi. $100. 11am. Get tickets.
Katy Area Homeschool Resource Expo at Memorial Lutheran Church LCMS | FREE – Connect with other homeschooling families and vendors to swap curriculum tips, exchange books, and get children’s school photos taken. 1pm to 4pm. Learn more.
Tango Night at MFAH – Enjoy happy hour cocktails, learn new dance moves and let go in the galleries. Included with $24 admission. 5pm to 8pm. Get tickets.
Author Ande Pliego at Murder By the Book | FREE – The bestselling author of You Are Fatally Invited discusses her latest novel, The Library After Dark, with Abby Dunn. 6:30pm. Learn more.
The Art of Pasta 101 at AC Hotel – Learn to make homemade pasta in a hands-on cooking class at the Downtown hotel. $69. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Toto, Christopher Cross & The Romantics in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – Chill out at an evening of legendary yacht rockers. $35+. 6:45pm. Get tickets.
Masego in Concert at House of Blues – The Jamaican and American R&B musician, noted for integrating a saxophone into his music brings his Fix Your Face Tour to HTX. $87. 7pm. Get tickets.
1,000 Miles of Pinot Noir Wine Dinner at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse – The Woodlands location hosts a 5-course dinner, each paired with pinot noirs from the 1,000-mile stretch from California to Oregon. $159. 7pm. Reserve your spot.
Emo Night Riot at Warehouse Live Midtown – Feel all the feels as you dance to music from Green Day, Fall Out Boy and more in Midtown’s enclosed rooftop club. $21+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Jorge Medina in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The Mexican singer-songwriter brings the Legendario Tour to Downtown HTX. $41+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Performing Arts Houston: Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience at Wortham Center – The Oscar-winner narrates on screen as talented Delta blues musicians and a live orchestra electrify the stage. $57+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Del Castillo in Concert at The Heights Theater – Catch a show from the Texas powerhouse delivering rock, flamenco, and Latin rhythms. $45+. 8pm. Get tickets.
The Lovin’ Spoonful in Concert at Main Street Crossing – The 1960s group with hits like “Do You Believe In Magic” performs at the classic Tomball venue. $109+. 8pm. Get tickets.
The Short & Sweet Speakeasy Burlesque Show at AvantGarden – Take in a live 90-minute burlesque show with local talents, elaborate costumes and high production quality in Montrose. $35 includes 1 drink. 8pm and 10pm. Get tickets.
Live at the Barbershop: Stand Up Comedy at Cutthroat Barbers Heights – The working barbershop becomes an intimate comedy room after dark with a secret lineup. $21. 8:30pm. Get tickets.
Kyle Gates in Concert at Goode Co. Armadillo Palace – The country singer-songwriter plays Lower Kirby’s Texas stage.. $15. 9pm. Get tickets.
Strand & Railyard Ghost Tour at Shearn Moody Plaza Building – Take a leisurely stroll through Galveston’s haunted history on an after-dark walking tour. $48. 9pm. Get tickets.
Graveyard Shift: The Howling Screening at The River Oaks Theatre – A TV newsman has a near-fatal encounter with a serial killer. $18. 9:15pm. Get tickets.
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