Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, October 15 to Sunday, October 18, 2015.
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Visit a farmers market, enjoy a concert, bring the whole family to a festival, laugh during a comedy show, do a little shopping, raise money for a good cause, take a dance class and more.
Check below to find great things happening around Houston this weekend, from Thursday, October 15 through Sunday, October 18, 2015.
Things to Do All Weekend
- Karbachtoberfest at Karbach Brewing Company | Daily – Karbach Brewing Company is hosting their own version of Oktoberfest offering live music, German fare, Karbachtoberfest from the tap, stein holding and best attire competitions. Glass mugs and ceramic steins available for an additional fee. All day.
- Peter Pan at The Threesixty Theatre | Daily – Experience Neverland in a whole new way as the cast of Peter Pan performs in the Threesixty Theatre – a partial tent, partial theatre structure with a circular stage and seating from every angle. Tickets start at $31.65 including ticket fees, but discounted tickets are available for select shows or you may find cheaper or better seats on the TicketNetwork resale market. 7:30pm Thursday and Friday; 11:30am, 3:30pm and 7:30pm Saturday; 1:30pm and 5:30pm Sunday.
- Pink Elephant Sale at Bayou City Event Center | Friday and Saturday – Look through home decor, furniture, clothing and more from the members of the River Oaks Garden Club during the 64th Annual Pink Elephant Sale. $1 admission. 9am to 4pm Friday; 9am to 1pm Saturday.
- Honky Tonk Angels at Stages Repertory Theatre | Friday to Sunday – Take in cabaret performance of country music’s most legendary and icon female performers, including classics from Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette and Tanya Tucker. $36 to $45; limited comped (you just pay ticketing fees) and discounted $22.50 tickets available. Friday and Saturday 8pm; Sunday 3pm.
- Emanuel Ax Plays Brahms at Jones Hall | Friday to Sunday – The Houston Symphony welcomes award winning pianist Emanuel Ax for a performance of Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 2 during this show at Jones Hall. Tickets start at $25. 8pm Friday and Saturday; 2:30pm Sunday.
- Zoo Boo at the Houston Zoo | Friday to Sunday – Get your family-friendly costumes on and take the little ones trick-or-treating at the zoo, with special Halloween exhibits and activities. Including with zoo admission. Fridays 9am to 1pm; Saturdays and Sundays 9am to 4pm.
- You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown at The Kaleidoscope | Saturday and Sunday –Explore the world of Charles M. Schulz’s Peanuts characters as Bayou City Theatrics stages their own take on the legendary heartwarming off-Broadway musical featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Lucy and the rest of the gang. $35; limited discounted $17.50 tickets available. Showtimes vary.
- Artoberfest in Galveston | Saturday and Sunday – Explore the work of more than 100 artists on display in the historic Downtown Galveston during Artoberfest. $5 per day in advance. 10am to 6pm Saturday; 10am to 5pm Sunday.
- Wings Over Houston Air Show at Ellington Field | Saturday and Sunday – See two days of high flying action – featuring aviation tricks from the likes of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, VFA-122 Super Hornet Demonstration Team, Breitling Jet Team and the Texas Flying Legends – during the Wings Over Houston Air Show. $17.50; $4 for kids 6 to 11; free for kids 5 and under. 8am to 6pm both days.
- Bike Around the Bay in Galveston | Saturday and Sunday – Ride around the bay – biking 170 miles – during this annual event that benefits the Galveston Bay Foundation. $100. 7:30am Saturday.
- Pet Fest in Old Town Spring | Saturday and Sunday – Bring your furry friends to Old Town Spring for cake walks, pet costume contests and wiener dog races during Pet Fest. 10am to 5pm Saturday; 11am to 5pm Sunday.
- Pin It Holiday in The Woodlands | Saturday and Sunday | FREE to Attend – Find all of your favorite Pinterest projects while shopping at the Pin In Holiday event at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott. 10am to 5pm Saturday; 11am to 5pm Sunday.
- Houston Texans Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Texans games with cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
- Houston Rockets Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Rockets games with cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
Thursday, October 15, 2015
- Spaghetti Supper at the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts – Chow down on spaghetti and enjoy student performances during this fundraiser for the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. $15. 5pm to 9pm.
- Jewel Brown in Concert at Discovery Green | FREE – Hear live music from Jewel Brown along with Milton Hopkins, Trudy Lynn and Steve Krase, and All Star Blues Revue during this free concert at Discovery Green. This event is part of the Sounds Like Houston! concert series on Thursdays in the park. 6:30 pm.
- Exploring Latino Literature in Fort Bend – Hear from leaders in Latino literature during this presentation at the University Branch Library in Fort Bend. 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
- The Octopus Project in Concert at Numbers Nightclub – Austin-based experimental pop act The Octopus Project will transform Numbers Nightclub into an experience of light and sound when they stop through Houston. $12. 8pm.
- 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.
Friday, October 16, 2015
- Oddball Comedy Festival at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – Laugh your butt off listening to stand up from comedians like Aziz Ansari, Amy Schumer and TJ Miller during the Oddball Comedy Festival in The Woodlands. Tickets start at $29.75, but you may find cheaper or better seats on the TicketNetwork resale site. 6pm.
- All Time Low and Sleeping with Sirens in Concert at Revention Music Center – See All Time Low and Sleeping with Sirens live during their Back to the Future Hearts Tour at Revention Music Center. $42.49 including ticket fees, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 6pm.
- Author Manuel Ramos Appearance at Murder By The Book | FREE – Hear a reading of The Skull of Pancho Villa and Other Stories from author Manuel Ramos during this special appearance at Murder By The Book. 6:30pm.
- Marc Anthony in Concert at Toyota Center – Enjoy a music-filled night out as Grammy Award winning artist Marc Anthony is joined by Carlos Vives at the Toyota Center. Tickets start at $61, but you may find cheaper or better seats on the TicketNetwork resale site. 7pm.
- Dancing Under the Stars in Sugar Land | FREE – Put on your dancing shoes and head to the Town Square Plaza in Sugar Land for a night of dancing with instructors from Fred Astaire Dance Studio. 7pm to 9pm.
- Taylor Swift Sing Along at Alamo Drafthouse Vintage Park – Sing along to Taylor Swift’s biggest hits during this event at Alamo Drafthouse. $9. 7:30pm.
- Splendid China X at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – Watch award-winning dancers from China Scholars Dance Company in collaboration with Dance of Asian America and Mitsi Dancing School during this performance at Miller Outdoor Theatre. 7:30pm.
- MFAH Mixed Media Block Party at MFAH – Dance the night away in the Cullen Sculpture Garden, sample eclectic bites from local food trucks, sip on cocktails, and get creative with an art project during the MFAH Mixed Media Block Party. 8pm.
- 6th Annual Erotic Ball at Mr. Peeples – Explore a host of erotic performers, exotic dancers and wild sideshows, live music and DJs, and vendors showcasing the latest in exotic fashion, art and novelties. $30; limited discounted $15 tickets available. 8pm.
- 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, October 17 and Sunday, October 18, 2015.
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