Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, February 4 to Sunday, February 7, 2016.
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Celebrate Mardi Gras, volunteer, attend a happy hour, check out awesome live music, head to a brewery in preparation for the Super Bowl, ring in the year of the monkey and more.
Check below to find great things happening around Houston this weekend, from Thursday, February 4 through Sunday, February 7, 2016.
Things to Do All Weekend
- Green Eggs and Kale at Restaurants Around Houston | Daily – Support Urban Harvest by ordering the Green Eggs and Kale dish at restaurants like Bramble, Canopy, Liberty Kitchen and Weights + Measures through February 14. Locations, prices and times vary.
- La Virgen de Guadalupe at HMNS | Daily – Go on a journey through La Virgen de Guadalupe’s history – which dates back to 1531 – during this exhibition at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. $35; limited discounted $16 tickets available. 9am to 5pm daily.
- All the Way at Alley Theatre | Daily – Take a seat for Alley Theatre’s production of the Tony Award-winning play that explores the first year of the presidency of Lyndon Baines Johnson in 1964. $60 to $73; limited discounted $30 and $35 tickets available on Thursday and Friday. Showtimes vary.
- Brazilian Carnival at Batanga Tapas and Drinks | Friday and Saturday – Enjoy live Brazilian music from La Tribu on both nights, plus live Brazilian dancers on Saturday. 9pm to 1am both nights.
- Comics Ben Moore & Ku Egenti Live at Joke Joint Comedy Showcase | Friday and Saturday – Watch the hilarious Ben Moore and Ku Egenti perform their stand up live at Joke Joint Comedy Showcase. $16; limited comped and discounted $8 tickets available. 8pm and 10:30pm both nights.
- Houston Symphony presents Singin’ in the Rain | Friday to Sunday – Catch a showing of the the classic movie musical starring Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds, with live orchestral accompaniment from the Houston Symphony. Tickets start at $25. Times vary.
- Mardi Gras Galveston | Friday to Sunday – Let the good times roll at Galveston’s annual Mardi Gras celebration complete with balcony parties, concerts, parades and more. Locations, prices and times vary.
- Houston Rockets Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Rockets games with cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
- Houston Astros Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Astros games with cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
Thursday, February 4, 2016
- Thunder Soul Movie Screening at Discovery Green | FREE to Attend – Snuggle under a blanket on the lawn or skate while you watch this week’s film Thunder Soul, a 2010 documentary about the alumni from Houston’s storied Kashmere High School Stage Band. If ice skating, $14 skating fees apply. 7pm.
- The Mural Project Exhibition at Muir Fine Art Gallery in CityCentre | FREE – See an exhibit from the first, second and third place artists from The Mural Project, on display at Muir Fine Art Gallery. 7pm to 10pm.
- Green Gala at Memorial Park – Support Memorial Park Conservancy at their annual Green Gala fundraising event in the park. Individual tickets start at $500. 6:30pm.
- Krewe du Blue Mardi Gras Bash at House of Blues – Get on your feet at this standing-room-only Mardi Gras bash featuring John “Papa” Gros Band with a pre-party happy hour and after party at Foundation Room. $12. 8pm.
- Anniversary Party at Henke & Pillot | FREE to Attend – Celebrate the one year anniversary of Market Square’s Henke & Pillot lounge and kitchen with live music from Thunder Pants. 9pm to 2am.
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Friday, February 5, 2016
- Midtown Wine Down in Bagby Park | FREE to Attend – Unwind at Midtown’s monthly happy hour in Bagby Park featuring beats by DJ Sun and happy hour specials on food and drinks from Rico’s Morning Noon Night. 5pm to 8pm.
- At Your Service Opening at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft | FREE to Attend – See the debut of this exhibit that takes the kitchen plate and other household items and transform them into unexpected works of art. 5:30pm to 8pm.
- Marbled Mugs & Kitchen Towels Workshop at TX/RX Labs – Create marbled coffee mugs and dish towels during this BYOB DYI craft workshop with Pop Shop Houston. $38. 7pm to 9pm.
- Hot Nights on Ice at Discovery Green | FREE to Attend – Skate or simply show up and dance at the final Friday night party before The Ice is thawed next week. If skating, $10 fees apply. 7pm to 10pm.
- H-Town Blues Festival at NRG Arena – Hear live music from a lineup of artists including Sir Charles Jones, TK Soul, Nellie ‘Tiger’ Travis, Clarence Center and more during the 10th Annual H-Town Blues Festival at NRG. Tickets start at $47.50. You may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market. 8pm.
- Shadows on Oak Island at Theatre Suburbia – Catch a thriller filled with twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. $16; limited discounted $8 tickets available. 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, February 6 and Sunday, February 7, 2016.
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