Updated Friday, April 17, 2026 at 6:30pm
Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with events and more to do in our 365 Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, April 16 to Sunday, April 19, 2026.
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Plan Your Weekend: April 16 to 19, 2026
Events listed in chronological order, by start date and time and then by end date and time. The are not ranked. Festivals, shows and events that span multiple days are listed first in our All Weekend Long section.
All Weekend Long
Fleet Week Houston at Port of Houston & Around Greater Houston | Daily | Ongoing | Many FREE – Houston’s first ever Fleet Week welcomes multiple U.S. Navy vessels and more than 1,000 sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, celebrating the Navy and U.S. Marine Corps servicemen and women in advance of the nation’s 250th birthday—including the Parade of Ships first thing on Wednesday morning. Learn more.
Mustang Week Texas at Moody Gardens | Thursday to Saturday – The 4-day celebration of America’s iconic muscle car brings car shows, competitions, races, autocross, live music, a kids zone, markets, fireworks, and more. $65+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Barnstorm Dance Fest 2026 at MATCH | Thursday to Saturday – Catch 1 or all 3 of the unique dance programs, collectively presenting 15 live performances and 6 dance films by dancemakers. $25; $15 students/artists single show; $65 3 shows. Times vary. Get tickets.
24th Annual FeatherFest Birding & Nature Photography Festival in Galveston | Daily – Join a multi-day fest with birding walks through various coastal communities. Places, prices and times vary. Get tickets.
Montgomery County Fair & Rodeo at Montgomery County Fairgrounds | Daily | Ends Sunday – Rodeo action, carnival, live music, a barbecue cook-off, livestock contests, and more continue through the weekend. $6+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Classical Theatre Company: Othello at The DeLuxe Theater | Daily – In Shakespeare’s tale of jealousy and passion, a Moorish general in the Venetian army is manipulated into believing his wife is having an affair. $20+. Times vary. Get tickets.
UH College of Arts: Slow Dusk & Markheim at Moores Opera House | Daily – Experience two extraordinary one-act operas by the legendary composer Carlise Floyd, honoring his 100th birthday. $25. Times vary. Get tickets.
Catastrophic Theatre: The Designated Mourner at MATCH | Daily | Ongoing – Wallace Shawn’s fiercely political, deeply personal play covers class, identity, culture and enemies—all told through a series of monologues and scenes. Pay-What-You-Can. Times vary. Get tickets.
TUTS: Monty Python’s Spamalot at The Hobby Center | Daily | Ongoing – Experience the Arthurian legend as only classic British comedy troupe could tell it, with silly songs and clownish chaos. $41+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Ziesook You: Scent of Broq-pa at Houston Center for Photography | Opens Thursday | Ongoing | FREE – This new exhibit captures the essence of a small village in Nepal at the end of the Silk Road. Times vary. Learn more.
The Conjurer: An Intimate Magical Experience with Master Magician Curt Miller in The Woodlands | Friday & Saturday – The family-friendly musician brings his close-up magic, clean comedy, and interactive theatrical show to Sugar Land. $50. Times vary. Get tickets.
Comedian Dave Atell at Houston Improv | Friday & Saturday – The comic brings his signature dry style of laugh-out-loud comedy for 4 live shows. $43+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Houston Astros vs. St. Louis Cardinals at Daikin Park | Friday to Sunday – The weekend starts with Faith and Family Night with fireworks, followed by Saturday and Sunday games. $26+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Houston Ballet Spring Nutcracker Market at NRG Center | Friday to Sunday – Shop for a host of unique items including clothing, jewelry, artisan-made goods, and more. $20+. Times vary. Get tickets.
August Wilson’s Fences at Alley Theatre | Opens Friday | Ongoing – Experience the gripping drama about racial prejudice, unfulfilled dreams, parenthood and love that became an American classic. $36+. Times vary. Get tickets.
An Evening of Favorite Carol Burnett Skits at Theatre Suburbia | Opens Friday | Ongoing – Revisit the legendary comedian from San Antonio and her groundbreaking variety show that inspired generations of comics. $20+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Fleet Week Expo at Post Houston | Saturday & Sunday | FREE – The Fleet Week HQ experience offers two days of live music and entertainment, talks, and demos, visiting sea services and more complemented by Houston culture, food, experiences, businesses, and more. It’s also the launch point for the buses taking visitors to attend ship tours in the Port. 10am to 6pm both days. Learn more.
The Complete Walking Tour of Houston: History, Architecture & Street Art in Downtown | Saturday & Sunday | Ongoing – Embark on Houston’s only tip-based, guided walking tour—with glowing 5-star reviews on TripAdvisor—exploring iconic landmarks, stunning architecture, and fascinating stories from the city’s past in a 2-hour tour of Downtown. Meet at Lyric Market at 411 Smith St. Pay What You Wish; RSVP required. 11am both days. RSVP now.
NHL Center Ice: NHL Playoffs Live at Social Beer Garden HTX | Saturday & Sunday | Ongoing | FREE – See NHL Playoffs live this season on Houston’s largest outdoor LED screen and multiple TVs with full sound and a high-energy fan crowd. Times vary. Learn more.
Houston Symphony: Adams Conducts Adams & Appalachian Spring at Jones Hall | Saturday & Sunday – The legendary composer conducts his own work, “Must the Devil Have All the Good Tunes?”, as well as Aaron Copeland’s beloved classic. $66+. Times vary. Get tickets.
WWE Wrestlemania 42 at Social Beer Garden HTX | Saturday & Sunday | FREE – Catch all the live wrestling action in WWE’s biggest event of the year. 5pm to 9pm both days. Learn more.
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Rig & Sip Thursday at Black Gold Bar in Hyatt Regency Houston West | No Cover – Mix and mingle at the Energy Corridor District’s official weekly happy hour and you may win a prize. 5pm to 7pm. Learn more.
Peter Koch: The Legacy of a Photographer, Naturalist & Explorer of The Big Bend of Texas Talk at The Bryan Museum – The photographer’s grandson offers a discussion diving deep in his life and work, and includes newly restored midcentury Kodachrome slides. $13;. $10 members. 5:30pm. Get tickets.
Fleet Week on the Plaza at Avenida Houston | FREE – Kick off the weekend early with a concert featuring Houston’s own The Suffers, Navy Band Southeast, and more special guests. Expect food trucks, games, photo ops, and more. 6pm to 8pm. Learn more.
The CAMHYs at CAMH | FREE – Dress up for an evening of award-winning cinema at a short-film festival celebrating Houston’s teen filmmakers. 6:30pm. Learn more.
Growing Native: One Gardener’s Story at Houston Botanic Garden – Veteran journalist and gardener, Molly Glentzer, shares her love of soil, plus anecdotes and tips for experts and novices alike. $40; $30 members. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
The Park Ball: Gala in the Glades at Memorial Park – Enjoy cocktails and a seated dinner at a fundraiser that supports the conservancy’s initiatives and park programming. $1,000+. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Silver Oak Wine Dinner at The Manor House – The Houstonian Hotel’s restaurant hosts a 5-course dinner with Silver Oak wine pairings. $295. 6:30pm. Reserve.
Guilt Trip in Concert at The Secret Group – The EaDo club welcomes the UK-based metallic hardcord band known for songs like “Thin Ice” and “Broken Wings.” $18+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Cy Twombly’s Art: Visualizing Silence, Painting Poetry, Calling on the Gods Talk at The Menil Collection | FREE – Learn about The artist’s dialogue with antiquity across his collections and work. 7pm. Learn more.
CultureMap 2026 Tastemaker Awards at Silver Street Studios – Savor chef-prepared bites and specialty drinks all night as CultureMap rolls out the 2026 winners in Houston’s Restaurant and bar scene. $90+. 7pm to 10pm. Get tickets.
Houston Astros vs. Colorado Rockies at Daikin Park – The ‘stros close out a 3-game series against the Mile High City. $15+. 7:10pm. Get tickets.
The Progressive Forum: Author Ruth Ben-Ghiat at Congregation Emanu El – The author discusses her latest book, Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. $49+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
SatchVai Band in Concert at 713 Music Hall – Guitar virtuosos Joe Satriani and Steve Vai, bring their high-energy, guitar-driven blend of hard rock, blues-rock and progressive rock to Downtown. $86+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
The Brook & The Bluff in Concert at The Heights Theater – The rock and rollers bring their Werewolf Tour to the 19th Street stage, with a high-energy, amp-infused live show. $35+. 8pm. Get tickets.
More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston are happening all weekend long. Check out local attractions and destinations and more.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Fleet Week Festival: Salute to the Sea Services at Saint Arnold Brewing Company | FREE – The OG brewery throws an all ages celebration for the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Junior Officers and open to all. Expect beer olympics for service members, live DJ, Space City Market, music by Quantico Marine Band, and more. 5:30pm to 9pm. Learn more.
Poetry Open Mic Night with Houston Writing Central at Brazos Bookstore | FREE – Formerly WriteSpace, the group hosts poet volunteers for 5 minutes or 3 pieces, whichever comes first. 6pm. Learn more.
Salute & Sip: Fleet Week NCO Reception at SpindleTap Brewery | FREE – The North Houston Brewery celebrates senior noncommissioned officers for an evening of great company, beers and times. 6pm to 9pm. Learn more.
Fleet Week: Cruise Through at Bad Astronaut Brewing Company | FREE – The Hardy Yards brewery welcomes all to join a welcome celebration for Junior Enlisted Sailors, Marines, and Guardsmen, with games, activities, and more. 6pm to 10pm. Learn more.
2026 Alfresco Gala at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center– Support arboretum programming over a multi-course dinner, cocktails and more at the annual fundraiser. $1000+. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Author Spencer Quinn at Murder by the Book | FREE – The author discusses and signs his latest mystery, Cat on a Hot Tin Woof, a Chet and Bernie mystery. 6:30pm. Learn more.
Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at Resurrection MCC – Catch a 60-minute string concert by candlelight, featuring songs like Coldplay’s “Clocks” and Imagine Dragons’ “Radioactive.” $38+. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Feast with the Beasts at Houston Zoo – Savor local bites from Houston restaurants curated by Houston’s Top Chef winner Tristen Epps-Long, over drinks, live music, after hours animal experiences, and more. $149+. 6:30pm to 10pm. Get tickets.
Steakhouse with a Twist at Central Market Cooking School – Working in a team, you’ll create a steakhouse menu infused with fresh citrus. $95. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Caymus Vineyards Wine Dinner at McCormick & Schmick’s Uptown – Enjoy a 5-course curated dinner with Caymus wines paries with seafood and short ribs in Uptown Park. $140. 7pm. Get tickets.
Brunch Comedy Show: Stand up for SWAMP at Bad Astronaut Brewing – Ten comics and celebrity judges stand up to raise funds to support independent media and storytelling. $35+. 7pm. Get tickets.
The Lion King Movie Screening in Memorial Park | FREE – See Disney’s 2019 live-action remake of its hit film (PG) under the stars. 7pm. Learn more.
Mixology Class at Cadillac Bar – Learn how to shake up 3 tequila cocktails at the watering hole north of Washington Ave. $54. 7pm. Get tickets.
Tedeschi Trucks Band in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – The pavilion is back for 2026 as the Jacksonville blues rockers play live outdoors. $44+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Beyond Broadway: Eva Noblesada at The Hobby Center – The Tony-winning actress performs a set list full of class, quirkiness and heartbreak highlighting her deep love for music and theater. $38+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Trey Kennedy at Bayou Music Center – Laugh out loud at the funny man’s clean, observational humor in his live performance in Downtown. $19+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
An Evening of Violin & Piano at Our Texas Cultural Center – Violinist Sergei Galperin and pianist Tatiana Gerasimova perform masterworks by Beethoven, Elgar, Kreisler, Brahms, and more. $32. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
David Olivarez in Concert at Texas Rodeo Saloon – The Tejano superstar known for “Mi Amor Contigo” and “Si Me Quieres Tú (En Vivo)” plays the Katy dancehall. $39+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Yonder Mountain String Band in Concert at The Heights Theater – The roots music group and progressive jamgrass pioneers perform live on the 19th Street stage. $48+ 8pm. Get tickets.
The Short & Sweet Speakeasy: A Sexy Burlesque Show at AvantGarden – Take in a live 90-minute burlesque show with local talents in elaborate costumes and high production quality in Montrose. $35 includes your first drink. 8pm and 10pm. Get tickets.
Candlelight Concert: The Lord of the Rings at Resurrection MCC – Hear the moving score of the Lord of the Rings trilogy on strings in a limited edition concert series. $34.50+. 8:45pm. Get tickets.
Anime Rave at Noto – Experience music from all anime favorites at a Friday night dance party in EaDo. $27+. 9pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Sapphina Cristal at Punch Line Houston – Catch a performance by the Philadelphia-based drag performer, classically trained singer, and RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 16 finalist. $38+. 9:30pm. Get tickets.
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