Updated Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 9:05am
Find the perfect things to do in Houston this weekend with events and more to do in our 365 Houston Weekend Guide for Thursday, May 28 to Sunday, May 31, 2026.
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Plan Your Weekend: May 28 to 31, 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
Albert Cummings in Concert at Main Street Crossing | Thursday & Friday – Tomball’s classic venue welcomes the Massachusetts blues guitarist for 2 live shows. $38+. 8pm Get tickets.
Spring Cleaning Print Sale at Houston Center for Photography | Thursday to Saturday | No Cover – Shop for unframed and framed works to add to your collection with prices ranging from $10 to $500 for unframed pieces, and 20–50% below fair market value for framed prints. Times vary. Learn more.
Injiri Trunk Show at MFA Shop | Thursday to Saturday | No Cover – Shop a curation of the international clothing brand’s classic pieces in signature textiles and artisanal weaves in the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston gift shop. Times vary. Learn more.
Houston Ballet: An Evening with the Stars at Wortham Center | Thursday, Saturday & Sunday – Experience a mixed rep performance with pieces choreographed by Stanton Welch, Alice Topp and more. $25+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Dear Alien at Alley Theatre | Daily | Final Weekend – An isolated advice columnist races against the deadline to file one last column before facing financial ruin in Liz Duffy Adams’ world premiere existential comedy. $45+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Comedian Lance Woods at Punch Line Houston | Daily – The Northern Californian comic brings high energy and razor-sharp wit to Downtown’s dedicated comedy stage. 32+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Sugar Land Space Cowboys vs. Oklahoma City Comets at Constellation Field | Daily – The 6-day series wraps up with Friday works, Orion’s kids day on Sunday, and more. $8+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Ars Lyrica: Monteverdi’s Orfeo at The Hobby Center | Friday & Saturday – Created with the New York Baroque Dance Company, the show combines period instruments, dance and theatrical storytelling to present the first great opera, based on the myth of Orpheus. $15+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Halfway to Halloween Blackout at 13th Floor Haunted House | Friday & Saturday – The fear arrives 6 months early for 2 nights only, as groups step into total darkness with just one glow stick. $30+. Entries 8pm to 10:45pm. Get tickets.
Misery at Alley Theatre | Opens Friday | 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 | Opens Friday | 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.
Comedian Tim Meadows at Houston Improv | Friday to Sunday – The seasoned SNL alum, acclaimed for his turns in ABC’s The Goldbergs and in HBOMax’s Peacemaker, plays the Spring Branch stage. $31+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Houston Astros vs. Milwaukee Brewers at Daikin Park | Friday to Sunday – The ‘stros host the boys from Wisconsin for a 3-game series, including Friday fireworks, Saturday Star Wars Night with Carlos Correa Mandolorian and Grogu bobbleheads, and more. $29+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Houston Asian American Pacific Islander Film Festival at DoubleTree Houston Westchase | Friday to Sunday – Enjoy a series of feature films, documentaries and shorts that capture AAPI experiences and culture. $14+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Houston Symphony: Lights! Camera! Music! 100 Years of Epic Film Scores at Jones Hall | Friday to Sunday – The Symphony performs some of Hollywood’s greatest scores, from classics like King Kong and The Godfather to modern favorites like Pirates of the Caribbean, How to Train Your Dragon and Star Wars. $75+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Tamara Siler: Sinners & Saints at Main Street Theater | Friday to Sunday – The singer and actress shares her life and experience in a series of songs that shaped her life and career. $20+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Sense & Sensibility at Theatre Southwest | Friday to Sunday – A contemporary exploration of Jane Austen’s classic keeps the romance and manners, infusing it with modern, comedic touches. $22. Times vary. Get tickets.
Drunk Pirates at Emerald Theatre | Friday to Sunday | 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.
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Explore Asia Family Fun Nights: Boba Party at Asia Society Texas Center | FREE with RSVP – Learn about the tea’s history while tasting different drink flavors and topping combinations. 4pm to 7pm. RSVP.
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.
Unstoppable Spirit Documentary Screening at Star Cinema Grill – The CityCentre theater screens a powerful documentary exploring soccer and how it creates deep human connections—plussed with a red-carpet, live music, and more. $70+. 6pm. Get tickets.
Kinship & Community: Selections from the Texas African American Photography Archive at MFAH – This talk offers inspiring examples of collective self-representation from the last decades of official segregation in the U.S. Included with admission. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Wine Dinner at Savoir – Chef Jose Hernandez serves up a tasty 6-course menu, each paired with a French or Texan wine. $145. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Houston Chef Series: A Night at the Theater at Brenner’s Steakhouse – Landry’s Signature Restaurants launch their 2026 summer dinner series inspired by iconic cinema as Brenner’s Chef Glenn Espinosa serves up a custom 5-course dinner. $125. 7pm. Get tickets.
BabyFxce E in Concert at House of Blues – The rapper and hip-hop artist brings his Be Da Realest Tour to the Downtown music hall. $47+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Flipstick in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The rock trio from Tomball performs live inside the Loop on the upstairs stage. $17+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Emilie-Claire Barlow in Concert at Doc’s Jazz Club – Hear love letter to Quebec in an evening of songbook classics, rhythmic bossa novas, elegant ballads, and French chanson $48+. 7pm. Get tickets.
The Future of Film is Female: Dreams in Nightmares Movie Screening at The River Oaks Theatre – Three black queer femmes in their mid 30s take a road trip across the Midwestern United States in search of their friend who has seemingly disappeared off the grid (NR). $16. 7pm. Get tickets.
Author Ruta Sepetys at St. Thomas Presbyterian Church – Blue Willow bookshop hosts the best-selling writer, discussing her latest novel, A Fortune of Sand. $42 includes a copy of the book. 7pm. Get tickets.
The Queens: Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle & Stephanie Mills in Concert at Toyota Center – It’s 4 legends on 1 stage as the powerhouse voices of R&B, soul, and pop join forces for a night of iconic music and hits. $95+. 8pm. Get tickets.
The Kid Laroi in Concert at Bayou Music Center – The Australian pop-rap, emo rap and alt-pop artist brings his A Perfect World Tour to Downtown’s Theater District. $76+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Old 97’s in Concert at The Heights Theater – The Dallas-bred, alt-country band arrives in HTX supporting their 13th album, American Primitive. Caleb Caudle opens. $42+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Funny Bachelors: A Comedy Dating Show at The Secret Group – Watch real singles go on actual blind dates live on stage, while a panel of comics roast, riff and use every nuance of a first date as target practice. $26+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Selena Movie Screening at Trebly Park | FREE – Catch a showing of the 1997 movie (PG) starring Jennifer Lopez and tracing the rise of the Tejano superstar from Corpus Christi. 8:30pm. Learn more.
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, May 29, 2026
Fly High Story Time at Lone Star Flight Museum – Little aviators and caregivers can enjoy a book reading and hands on craft activity. Included with admission $18; $15 ages 5 to 11. 10:30am. Get tickets.
Summer Reading for Grownups Kickoff at Houston Central Library | FREE with RSVP – Join a sommelier-led wine tasting, paired with a selection of cheeses, while exploring a mix of activities and find great summer reads. 4pm to 6pm. RSVP.
Masako Miki: Shapeshifters, Sprites & Spirits Opening Reception at Moody Center for the Arts | FREE with RSVP – Delve into Japanese folklore, meet the artist and cast of yōkai characters transforming the central gallery over light refreshments. 6pm to 8pm. RSVP.
Sunset & Sounds: Tyson Webb & The Outlaw Boogie Live Set at Hotel Lucine | FREE – Take in sunset views while enjoying a blend of old-school Texas classics mixed with funky originals at the Galveston beachfront boutique. $42 for optional reserved seating. 6pm to 9pm. Learn more or reserve seats.
Author Craig Johnson at Murder by the Book | FREE – The author of the bestselling Longmire mysteries discusses and signs his latest novel, The Brothers McKay. 6:30pm. Learn more.
Texas Steakhouse at Central Market Cooking School – Prepare a steak dinner with a small team at this hands-on class. $111. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Cam Bertrand at The Riot Comedy Club – The youngest comic to record his own half hour comedy special with DryBar Comedy performs on Rudyard’s upstairs stage. $26. 7pm. Get tickets.
Strangelove: The Depeche Mode Experience at House of Blues – The tribute band performs hits by the English electronic pop ensemble. $15+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Bad Bunny Concert at Lone Star Flight Museum – Experience the 1-hour multi-sensory string concert covering the Puerto Rican star’s hits, including “La Canción”, “Moscow Mule”, and “La Noche de Anoche”. $78. 7pm. Get tickets.
Black Friday Project in Concert at Southland Park | FREE – Covering classic rock of the ‘50s to ‘90s, the band performs live in Pearland. 7pm to 9pm. Get tickets.
The Murder Mystery Co’s Dinner Theater Show at Saltgrass Steak House – Step into the story at a 1930s old Hollywood whodunit where you just might be the murder. $69. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Bat Chat at Waugh Drive Bat Bridge | FREE with RSVP – Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s bat team leads a fun discussion about the Mexican Free-tailed bat that live under the bridge and come out to hunt at dusk. 7:30pm. Learn more.
Tyler Henry: The Hollywood Medium—An Evening of Hope & Healing at Smart Financial Centre – See the star of 2 Netflix shows as explains how he communicates with the other side and gives jaw-dropping live audience readings with loved ones lost. $48+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Quintron & Miss Pussycat Live Show at Orange Show World HQ – Catch a performance by the New Orleans-based duo known for its psychedelic party sounds. $20. 8pm. Get tickets.
Hidden Figures Movie Screening at Memorial Park | FREE – See the 2016 film (PG) about the Black women who helped launch the first U.S. man into space. 8pm. Learn more.
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 first drink. 8pm and 10pm. Get tickets.
‘90s Birthday Bash with The Monicas at Dan Electro’s – H-Town’s ‘90s cover band throws a big b-day party at the Heights bar and concert venue. $15+. 8pm to midnight. Get tickets.
Zoso Led Zeppelin Tribute Band at Dosey Doe The Big Barn – Catch a performance of all your fave Zeppelin hits in The Woodlands. $68+. 8:30pm. Get tickets.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele at Lone Star Flight Museum – Experience a 60-minute concert on strings featuring Adele’s hits—including “Rolling in the Deep,” “Rumour Has It,” and “Hello”—under the glow of candlelight. $78+. 9:15pm. 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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