Thanksgiving Weekend Shortcuts
Saturday, November 28, 2015
- Shop Small Saturday in La Porte by the Bay | FREE to Attend – Hop aboard a free ride in an antique trolley to visit some of signature art, crafts and gift shops in La Porte, before enjoying the treats, sweets, drinks, events and other indulgences along Main Street. 10am to 8pm.
- Rice Owls vs. Charlotte 49ers at Rice Stadium – Cheer for the Rice University football team as they take on Charlotte at home. Tickets start at $19, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 2:30pm.
- A Christmas Carol Preview at CityCentre | FREE – See a special preview of A Christmas Carol performed by Queensbury Theatre on the plaza at CityCentre. 3pm to 4pm.
- The Dinner Detective Dinner Show at the Doubletree Hotel – Find out who the murderer is during this “who done it” style Murder Mystery Dinner Show at the Doubletree. Tickets start at $81.55; limited discounted $59.95 tickets available. 6pm.
- Saint Arnold Foamraiser at The Orange Show – Join Saint Arnold for a fundraising event at The Orange Show including a concert from Folk Family Revival, comedy acts from Beta Theater and seasonal beers from Saint Arnold – including the Art Car IPA. $20 in advance; $25 at the door. 7pm.
- The Bright Light Social Hour in Concert at Numbers – See Austin-based band The Bright Light Social Hour in concert with Walker Lukens and the Side Arms at Numbers. $15; $20 at the door. 8pm.
- An Olde English Christmas at The Grand – Enjoy a performance of classic Christmas songs performed by Peter Noone and Herman’s Hermits at The Grand in Galveston. Tickets start at $39. 8pm.
- Blue October in Concert at Revention Music Center – Jam to hits from alternative rock band Blue October during a live show at Revention Music Center. Tickets start at $35, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 2:30pm. 8:30pm.
- Dash Berlin at Stereo Live – Dance all night long to beats from award winning DJ Dash Berlin at Stereo Live. $50; $55 VIP. 9pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston this weekend are happening all weekend long.
Sunday, November 29, 2015
- Texans Tailgate Tour with The Pass & Provisions Chefs Terrance Galvan & Seth Siegel Gardner – Join Houston’s award-winning chefs on an exploration of the very best culinary tailgates at NRG Stadium, including one they prepared, before watching the Texans battle the New Orleans Saints. Only a few VIP tickets remain at $400, including game tickets. 8am.
- Gingerbread House Decorating at Central Market – Make a killer gingerbread house – with all of the edible decor – during this family-friendly holiday cooking class at Central Market. $65. 10am.
- Houston Texans vs. New Orleans Saints at NRG Stadium – Get loud for the Texans during their home game against the Jets at NRG. Tickets start at $97, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. Noon.
- Photos with Santa in Sugar Land | FREE – Snap a pic with Santa and Mrs. Claus and then enjoy holiday tunes from Sessions Music on the plaza in Sugar Land’s Town Square. 1pm to 6pm.
- Bands on the Bayou at Blue Bar – Enjoy drink specials and small plates while listening to live music from Electric Circus at Brenner’s on the Bayou’s Blue Bar. 3pm to 6pm.
- VeggieTales Live! at Revention Music Center – See characters from VeggieTales live during their Little Kids Do Big Things show at Revention. Tickets start at free for children under 1. Tickets start at $25, but you you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 5pm.
- Cheap Trick in Concert at House of Blues – Sing along to songs like I Want You to Want Me and The Flame during a concert from American rock band Cheap Trick at House of Blues. Tickets start at $29, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 7pm.
- More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston this weekend are happening all weekend long.
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