Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with events and more to do in our 365 Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, June 11 to Sunday, June 14, 2026.

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Plan Your Weekend: June 11 to 14 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

Soccer Celebration at Shell Energy Stadium | Opens Thursday | Ongoing | FREE with RSVP – Catch live match screenings at Houston’s home of soccer, and the official live viewing location for both Mexico and US teams. Plus there will be EA Sports gaming and skill challenges, a 360 photobooth, content creator station, a kids zone with inflatables and activities, and more. Stadium entrance and free game tickets must be reserved in advance for ages 18+. Times vary. RSVP.

The Ranch Presents Pitch Live at Old Warehouse Live Spot in EaDo | Opens Thursday | Ongoing – The immersive concept offers event spaces, ticketed dining space and VIP lounge, large-scale match viewing, DJs, cocktails and more steps from the FIFA Fan Festival. 10am to 2pm daily. Learn more. 

Ishida Dance Company: waiting/Rex at Asia Society Texas Center | Daily – This world premiere creates a dialogue between the works of Samuel Beckett and Sophocles, as it reimagines Waiting for Godot and Oedipus Tyrannus. $25+. Times vary. Get tickets.

Comedian Kev Herrera at Punch Line Houston | Thursday & Friday – The New York comic and podcaster known for his wild energy comes to Houston for 4 shows over 2 nights. $32+. Times vary. Get tickets.

Live at the Founders Club: Havana Nights at The Hobby Center | Thursday & Friday – Cuban pianist Alberto Rodríguez and his trio seamlessly blend Latin jazz, timba, tango, funk, and pop. $35+. 7:30pm both nights. Get tickets.

161st Juneteenth Celebrations, Parades & Events in Galveston & Houston | Thursday to Saturday | Ongoing | Many FREE – Get the Juneteenth spirit moving in advance of the official big day next Friday with parties, festivals, and retrospectives. Prices, places and times vary. – Learn more.

Pride Weekend Parties & Events in Houston | Thursday to Saturday | Ongoing – Pride month continues with select LGBT+ events and opportunities inside the Loop. Learn more.

Houston Ballet: Giselle at Wortham Center | Thursday, Saturday & Sunday | Ongoing – A peasant girl tragically betrayed by an aristocrat posing as a commoner in the story reimagined with Stanton Welch’s choreography. $25+. Times vary. Get tickets. 

Bludorn by the Sea at Hotel Lucine | Friday & Saturday – Enjoy delicious selections curated for the hotel by Houston’s Chef Aaron Bludorn. $95; optional $75 wine pairing add-on. Times vary. Get tickets.

Performing Arts Houston: Ballets Jazz Montréal: Dance Me: The Music of Leonard Cohen at Jones Hall | Friday & Saturday – Approved by Cohen during his lifetime, the riveting homage to the famed artist evokes the grand cycles of existence in 5 seasons, as described in the artist’s deeply reflective music and poems. $29+. 7:30pm both nights. Get tickets. 

Kicking It at Hermann Park | Friday to Sunday | Ongoing | FREE – Throughout the World Cup, The Commons at the parks plays home to a mix of activities, diverse food offerings, live entertainment, family-friendly fun, and more. Times vary. Get tickets.

Comedian Rob Schneider at Houston Improv | Friday to Sunday – The ‘90s SNL player, best known as the “Making Copies” guy, plays the improv stage for 5 shows over 3 nights. $9+. Times vary. Get tickets. 

Drunk Pirates at Emerald Theatre | Daily | Ongoing – Five actors take on Captain Flint’s hunt for lost treasure, after 1 of them tosses back 5 shots of rum. High seas hi-jinks ensue $49+. Times vary. Get tickets.

Sugar Land Space Cowboys vs. Sacramento Cats at Constellation Field | Daily – Cheer for the metro’s minor league MLB team, facing visitors from the Golden State capital in a 4-game series—including a baseball soccer ball giveaway on Friday. $32+. Times vary. Get tickets.

Misery at Alley Theatre | Daily | Ongoing – Catch a thrilling adaption of Stephen King’s novel about an author who finds himself stuck in the home of a devoted fan. Things go from bad to worse when she discovers he’s about to kill off her favorite character. $36+. Times vary. Get tickets.

Stages: Spamilton: An American Parody with 21 Chump Street The Musical at The Gordy | Daily | Ongoing – A cast of 6 offers a hilarious send-up of Hamilton, paired with Lin Manuel Miranda’s rarely performed mini musical. $29+. Times vary. Get tickets.

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Dutch Orange Bus Official Debut & Island Sendoff at Saengerfest Park | FREE – See Galveston’s debut of the bright orange De beroemde Oranjebus—a beloved Netherlands fan tradition that leads supporters with music, energy and team spirit—before it departs for the national team’s match in Dallas. 11am to 11:30am. Learn more.

RibsU at Eureka Heights Brewery – Get tips and tricks on how to smoke the perfect Southern-style ribs in your own backyard. $139. 11:30am. Get tickets.

World Cup: Mexico vs South Africa World Cup Watch Party at William Price Distilling | FREE – Watch Mexico battle South Africa on the big screen at an indoor watch party with cocktails and more in Garden Oaks. 1pm. Learn more. 

Small Business Stroll on 19th Street – Pick up a signature pilsner glass at Jubilee, then enjoy sample pours from a variety of breweries as you check out the Heights street’s unique shops like Good on Paper Books & Stationery. 4pm to 8pm. Get tickets.

Fiesta at the Park: Luis Ayala’s La Fiebre in Concert at Midtown Park | FREE – Enjoy Texas’ rich Tex-Mex culture, rhythm, and community at a weeknight pop-up concert with dancing, local vendors, lawn games, and more. 5pm to 10pm. Learn more.

The Essence of Italy: A Sommelier‑Guided Wine Experience  at The Palm – Master Sommelier Keith Goldston hosts an immersive tasting of wines from Tuscany, Piedmont, and Veneto over light bites. $100. 6pm. Get tickets.

Hawaiian Cocktail Class at The Union Kitchen – The Memorial outpost hosts a hands-on class on making a Mai Tai, tiki Planter’s Punch and more island favorites. $75. 6pm. Get tickets. 

Whistle Pig Rye Sip & Savor Dinner at The Lymbar – Indulge in a carefully curated menu where rich, smoky, and sweet profiles take center stage, with everything from slow-smoked savory finishes to elevated comfort classics. $96. 6:30pm. Get tickets.

Author Chelsea Conradt at Murder By the Book | FREE – The Texas author of speculative thrillers signs and discusses her latest novel, The Secret Attic. 6:30pm. Learn more.

Enemies of the State: The Nazi Persecution of LGBTQ+ People at Holocaust Museum | FREE with RSVP – Historian and founder of The Pink Triangle Legacies Project shares stories of LGBTQ+ people in Nazi Germany. 6:30pm. RSVP or donate.

Line Dance Night at Post Houston | FREE with RSVP – Boot scoot and boogie at a free 1-hour dance class in Downtown. 7pm. RSVP.

Park After Dark Thursday at Discovery Green | FREE – The park and playground stay open late, with a night of line dancing with Gretchen “The Legend” Jean, followed by a party with DJ Boom Boom Williams. 7pm to 10pm. Learn more.

Ian Moore Vinyl Release at The Heights Theater – Celebrate the new vinyl edition of the Austin rocker‘s 1995 album Modern Day Folklore with a live show. The Mighty Orq joins. $47+. 8pm. Get tickets.

Jimi Hendrix Tribute at Main Street Crossing – Texas Flood plays Hendrix faves at Tomball’s historic music hall. $48+. 8pm. Get tickets. 

Bring It On! Movie Screening at Market Square Park | FREE – As soccer fever sweeps Houston, the Downtown park screens the 2000 movie (PG-13) about a high stakes champion high school cheerleading competition. 8:30pm. Learn more.

Diplo Live at The Ranch Presents Pitch Live – The soccer destination pop-up debuts with a live show by the global superstar DJ and producer, who’ll be hitting the stacks in the new temporary entertainment venue in Houston’s heart of fútbol. $192+. 10pm. 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, June 12, 2026

Pride In Business Celebration Luncheon + After Party at Hilton Americas-Houston – The business-focused Pride event brings 1,000+ business, community, and elected leaders together. $150+. 10:30am to 1:30pm. Get tickets. 

The Cultural Evolution of African American Food Culture at Galveston Railroad Museum – Galvestonian author Anthony P. Griffin discusses the anthropology of African American food culture and shares recipes. Included with $14 admission. 3pm. Get tickets.

Garf X What’s it Fest at Axelrad – The mixed genre showcase takes over Midtown bar’s upstairs stage for a full night of music by 20 Texas bands playing shoegaze, indie, emo, alternative, electronic and more. $20. 4pm to midnight. Get tickets.

World Cup: USA vs. Paraguay Watch Party at Green Street | FREE with RSVP – Cheer on America’s team at a Texas-sized block party with cold drinks, western games and hometown pride. 5pm. RSVP.

World Tour Wine Tasting at ZaZa Memorial City – Passport not required at an elevated night of global wines, chef-crafted pairings, and expert-led tasting notes. $71. 6pm. Get tickets.

Ivan Cornejo Market at The Esplanade on Navigation | FREE – Shop for unique items from local vendors, enjoy food and drink, music and great vibes. 6pm to 10pm.

Zootopia 2 Movie Screening at Baybrook Mall – Bring blankets and lawn chairs for an outdoor showing of Disney’s 2025 animated mega-hit sequel (PG). 6pm. Learn more.

Sewerperson in Concert at The Secret Group – The Toronto-based alt-hip hop, emo and cloud rapper plays the Box in the EaDo club. $25. 7pm. Get tickets.

41st Annual The Big Show Opening Night at Lawndale Art Center | FREE – The supersized annual exhibition showcases new works by artists in a 100-mile radius of East End art space—at an opening party known for pulling in big crowds. 7pm to 9pm. Learn more.

Mixers & Elixirs: ’80s Night at HMNS – Break out the teased hair, parachute pants, neon jackets, and more for the June edition of the popular late party-with-the-dinosaurs throwback bask with live music, arcade games and more. $35; $30 members. 7pm to 11pm. Get tickets.

The Kevin Langue Show Live at 713 Music Hall – The popular, comedy guessing-game show lands on the Downtown stage with the full cast and loads of laughs. 7:30pm. Get tickets. 

World Cup: USA vs. Paraguay Watch Party at Houston’s First Baptist Church Downtown Campus | FREE with RSVP – Guests can watch the match on the big screen, while enjoying food and fun activities. 7:30pm to 10:30pm. RSVP.

The Phantom & Illharmonic Orchestra at Bayou Music Center – Experience the raw energy and passion of hip hop paired with  live orchestral accompaniment as the group brings the magic combo back to HTX. $20+. 8pm. Get tickets.

Mack Geiger in Concert at Goode Company Armadillo Palace – The Aussie country star brings his U.S. debut tour—hitting Texas, Oklahoma, and Nashville—to the West U. stage. $88. 8pm. Get tickets.

World Cup: USA vs. Paraguay Watch Party at Moody Gardens | FREE – Watch Team USA’s first World Cup match in stadium-sized scale in the MG3D Theater. 8pm. More info.

World Cup: USA vs. Paraguay Watch Party at Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House | No Cover – Enjoy a waterfront watch party in San Leon on a 150-inch LED screen, with drink specials, door prizes and giveaways. 8pm. Learn more. 

Lone Star Skynyrd in Concert at Dosey Doe The Big Barn – The tribute band plays the ‘60s rock band’s greatest hits in The Woodlands. $30+. 8pm. Get tickets. 

Nightbird in Concert at Main Street Crossing – The Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks tribute band from Houston has plays hits and deep cuts in Tomball. $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.

Quail P in Concert at The Continental Club – Florida singer known for his single “What You Got” brings his blend of soul and Americana to Midtown. $13+. 9pm. 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.

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