Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with our Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, September 22 to Sunday, September 25, 2016.
Weekend Shortcuts
Raise a glass at an Oktoberfest celebration, watch Queen Bey slay at NRG, get into the art scene at an exhibition opening or a play, chow down on BBQ and more.
Check below to find great things happening around Houston this weekend, from Thursday, September 22 through Sunday, September 25, 2016.
Things to Do All Weekend
- Karbachtoberfest at Karbach Brewery | Daily – Transport yourself to Munich at the annual Karbachtoberfest event with German food, live music, souvenir steins, and plenty of Karbachtoberfest beer. Cost TBA. Thursday and Friday 2:30pm to 9:30pm; Saturday noon to 9:30pm; Sunday noon to 5:30pm.
- Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park | Daily – Get loud for the Astros when they take the field to play the Angels in a four-game series at Minute Maid Park. Tickets start at $15, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. Thursday and Friday 7:10pm; Saturday 6:10pm; Sunday 1:10pm.
- The Revolutionists at Main Street Theater | Daily – Don’t miss your chance to see the regional premiere of The Revolutionists – a comedy set during the French Revolution. Tickets range between $15 to $39, but you may find limited discounted tickets for $19.50. Thursday to Saturday 7:30pm; Sunday 3pm.
- True West at Studio 101 | Daily – Get tickets to see this play about two siblings reconnecting – performed by 4th Wall Theatre Company. Tickets start at $29; limited discounted $14.50 tickets available. Thursday to Saturday 7:30pm; Sunday 3pm.
- Galveston Island Shrimp Festival at The Strand | Friday to Sunday – From a 5k and parade to a gumbo cook-off, live music, a tasting and more, the Shrimp Festival has plenty to offer all weekend long. Tickets start at $12, not including ticket fees. Friday 5pm to 10pm; Saturday 9am to 6pm; Sunday 10am to 5pm.
- Houston Open Air Festival at NRG Park | Saturday and Sunday – Listen to live music, nosh on bites from local trucks and tacos from Houston Press’ Tacolandia preview event, sip on whiskey at Whiskey Row and more during this two-day festival at NRG. Tickets start at $59.50, not including ticket fees. 11am both days.
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Thursday, September 22, 2016
- Oddball Comedy & Curiosity Festival at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – Comedians like Dane Cook, Ali Wong, and Bobby Lee will crack up the audience during the Oddball Comedy and Curiosity Festival at this outdoor venue in The Woodlands. Tickets range from $29.95 to $125, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s site. You may also find limited discounted tickets on Goldstar. 6pm.
- Come to the Table at The Beacon – Join 10 Houston chefs for a four-course meal with wine pairings, music, and a live auction during The Beacon’s largest fundraiser of the year. Tickets start at $500, not including ticket fees. 6pm.
- Spiked by the Scoop at CityCentre – Nosh on alcoholic frozen desserts during this boozy event hosted by Yellow Rose Distillery. $35. 6:30pm.
- The Bronze Gold Speakeasy at Prohibition Supperclub & Bar – Head to the Prohibition Theater for this variety show featuring everything from a live band and comedian to an aerial artist and a juggler. $20; limited discounted $10 tickets available. 7pm.
- Mingo Fishtrap in Concert at Discovery Green | FREE – Jam to music from Mingo Fishtrap and opening act The Nightowls during this free concert at Discovery Green. Blankets, chairs, and picnics are welcome. 7pm to 10pm.
- Beyoncé in Concert at NRG Stadium – See Beyoncé in her element up on stage at NRG. The World Formation Tour is making a second stop in Queen Bey’s hometown of Houston before it comes to a close in October. Tickets start at $45 while they last, but you may find better or hard-to-get seats on TicketNetwork’s resale marketplace. 7:30pm.
- Whistle Down the Wind at Queensbury Theatre – See this musical adaptation of the book Whistle Down the Wind – which follows three siblings – at Queensbury Theatre. $40; limited discounted $20 tickets available. 7:30pm.
- Old 97’s in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – Old 97′s draw inspiration from a broad range of genres, including the twangy stomp of cowpunk and the melodies of power pop. Watch them play live when they come to town at White Oak Music Hall. Tickets range from $23 to $27, not including ticket fees. 8pm.
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Friday, September 23, 2016
- The Princess and the Pea at the Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – Watch this tale of a princess and a mountain of mattresses during this afternoon show at Miller Outdoor Theatre. 11am.
- Art Wall 2016 Opening Event at Art Alley | FREE – Watch live painting by local artists at the Art Wall 2016 opening event. Enjoy complimentary drinks, art and socializing at Art Alley on Sawyer St. 5pm to 8pm.
- Craft Texas 2016 Opening Reception at HCCC | FREE – Get a first glimpse of HCCC’s latest exhibition, Craft Texas 2016, featuring work from 38 artists during the opening reception. 5:30pm.
- IIIZ+ in Concert at Asia Society Texas Center – Enjoy music that blends Korean gayageum, Japanese koto, and Chinese zheng during this performance from IIIZ+ at Asia Society. $20. 6pm.
- Ray LaMontagne in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – Sway to soulful tunes from singer-songwriter Ray LaMontagne during this concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Tickets range from $39.50 to $69.50, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s site. 7pm.
- Analia Saban Opening Reception at Blaffer Art Museum | FREE – Analia Saban is an exhibition that covers 10 years of artist Analia Saban’s multimedia works at the University of Houston located Blaffer Art Museum. 7pm to 9pm.
- Met Dance Season Kick Off at Discovery Green | FREE – Celebrate the start of Met Dance’s 21st season at Discovery Green with this free performance that features a collaboration between dancers from Houston and New York. 7:30pm.
- Jazz Evening at the Russian Cultural Center – Local opera singer, Mikhail Smigelski and pianist, Anna Smigelskaya will share the stage for a duet jazz performance at the Russian Cultural Center. Tickets are $20. 7:30pm to 9pm.
- Dance Like No One’s Watching at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – ROCO launches its 2016-2017 season with a concert under the stars at Miller Outdoor Theatre. 8pm.
- Sonu Nigam and Atif Aslam in Concert at NRG – Enjoy a night of Bollywood music when Indian singer Sonu Nigam and Pakistani star Atif Aslam take the stage as part of their Klose To You Tour at NRG. Tickets start at $50, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 9pm.
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Things to do on Saturday, September 24 and Sunday, September 25, 2016.
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