Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, September 10 to Sunday, September 13, 2015.
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Fly with Peter Pan, nod your head for first responders, dive with the Little Mermaid, class it up with the Houston Fine Art Fair, shoot things up at the grand opening of Boyert Shooting Center, play bingo in Market Square Park, raise a glass at Untapped Festival Houston and much, much more.
Check below to find great things happening around Houston this weekend, from Thursday, September 10 through Sunday, September 13, 2015.
Things to Do All Weekend
- Peter Pan at The Threesixty Theatre Tent | 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; the more expensive seats are available discounted $32.50 to $52 for a limited time. 7:30pm Thursday and Friday; 11:30am, 3:30pm and 7:30pm Saturday; 1:30pm and 5:30pm Sunday.
- Houston’s Youth Poet Laureate Competition | Daily – Writers aged 14 to 19 are invited to submit their poetry for the opportunity to become Houston’s first Youth Poet Laureate. Work must be submitted to this link before October 4.
- Disney’s The Little Mermaid at the Hobby Center | Daily – Journey under the sea with Ariel and Sebastian and become part of their world at Theatre Under The Stars’ encore production of the stage adaptation of the Disney film classic. $30 to $124.50; limited discounted $28 to $64 tickets available. Showtimes vary.
- First Responder Appreciation at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema | Daily – Firefighters, police officers and EMS personnel are welcome to bring three friends or family members to any movie, any time, at both Houston area Alamo Drafthouse locations.
- Houston Fine Art Fair at NRG | Thursday to Saturday – Browse the work of International artists and listen in on panel discussions about collecting at NRG during the Houston Fine Art Fair. Get a first look at the artwork during an Opening Night Preview on Wednesday. 3pm to 7pm Thursday; 4pm to 8pm Friday; noon to 5pm Saturday. $20 day pass; $100 VIP weekend pass.
- Boyert Shooting Center Grand Opening in Katy | Saturday and Sunday | FREE to Attend – Be one of the first people to check out the new Boyert Shooting Center in Katy while enjoying food, photos and giveaways during the free Grand Opening celebration. Free to attend with an RSVP. To RSVP, click here. 11am to 6pm both days.
- The Diary of Anne Frank at Stage Door in Pasadena | Saturday and Sunday – Stage Door presents this classic true a story of life, and a depiction of the raw determination to survive during extraordinary circumstances. $15; limited discounted $10 tickets available. Saturday 8pm; Sunday 3pm.
- Activities inside the Loop from BigKidSmallCity | Daily – Find events, recommendations and family-friendly activities from our favorite Houston mom-in-the-know Jill Jarvis of BigKidSmallCity.
- Houston Texans Tickets on Sale | Sponsored – Save on Texans games with cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale market.
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Thursday, September 10, 2015
- Harris County Job Fair at NRG – Looking for a job? Head to NRG with your resume to meet with various county departments who are looking to hire at this job fair. 8am to 4pm.
- Houston Region Tourism Summit at George R. Brown Convention Center | FREE – Learn about the upcoming initiatives surrounding Houston tourism, sit in on panel discussions, hear a keynote presentation, network with area professionals and enjoy lunch during the Tourism Summit in Downtown Houston. Free with registration. 9am to 6pm.
- Blanket Bingo at Market Square Park | POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 6 DUE TO RAIN – Lounge out on lawn chairs or blankets while enjoying a historic night out filled with music, fun and bingo. Admission includes a packet of bingo cards, which are good for about ten games. $10. 6pm to 9pm.
- Opening Reception at DiverseWorks Artspace – Attend the opening reception of Nocturnal Hologram – a collection of sculptures, photographs, sound and video works from artist Katie Grinnan that will be on view at DiverseWorks until November 14. 6pm to 9pm.
- TXU Energy Houston Turkey Trot Kickoff Party at Luke’s Locker in River Oaks | FREE – Help the Turkey Trot team kick off registrations with free Saint Arnold’s beer and Maggiano’s bites, music and more. There will discounts on registration, Luke’s Locker merchandise and more. 7pm to 9pm.
- The Price is Right Live at Revention Music Center – Come on down to Revention Music Center for your chance to see – and maybe be a contestant on – The Price is Right Live. Tickets start at $42.50 including ticket fees, but you may find cheaper or better seats on the TicketNetwork resale sites. 7:30pm.
- Music of the Americas at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – Hear a concert from the Houston Symphony – led by conductor Andrés Orozco-Estrada at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. $20 orchestra seating; free mezzanine and lawn seating. 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, September 11, 2015
- Wine & Smoke Cooking Class at Central Market – Put your apron on for this grilling class at Central Market. Learn to make and then enjoy dishes like seared shrimp with a guajillo chile sauce, sweet and sticky pork ribs and more – all paired with wine. 6:30pm to 9pm.
- Fired Up Houston at The Houston Fire Museum – Enjoy a dinner of Italian and Mexican street food from chefs Maurizio Ferrarese and Hugo Ortega while raising funds for the Houston Fire Museum and Houston Fire Department. This event includes a raffle, live entertainment, libations and more. $110 early bird; $125; $65 for active firefighters and their families. 7pm to 10pm.
- Kathak Dance Performance at Asia Society Texas Center – Attend an intimate music and kathak dance performance featuring Shovana Narayan at Asia Society Texas Center. $25; $15 for members. 7:30pm.
- Elton John Tribute Concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – Craig A Meyer and The Rocket Band will play a concert celebrating the music of Elton John during this event at Miller Outdoor Theatre. 8pm.
- Turnpike Troubadours in Concert at Revention Music Center – Hear a concert from red dirt band Turnpike Troubadours at the Revention Music Center. Tickets start at $28.50 including ticket fees, but you may find cheaper or better seats on the TicketNetwork resale site. 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. Click here to scroll up and see our list.
