Make the most of your week with our top 15 event picks happening in Houston from Monday, July 31 to Sunday, August 6, 2017.
Happening in Houston This Week
Nightlife in Houston This Week
Also in August 2017
Hear live performances from artists like James Taylor, Lionel Richie, Mariah Carey, John Mayer and Queen, taste authentic Indian street food, see a site-specific dance performance, shop and sip at White Linen Night in the Heights and more happening this week in Houston.
Top 15 Things to Do This Week in Houston
- Houston Astros vs. Tampa Bay Rays at Minute Maid Park | Monday, July 31 to Thursday, August 3 – Get loud for the Astros when they take the field to play Tampa Bay 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. 7:10pm nightly.
- James Taylor in Concert at Toyota Center | Tuesday, August 1 – Legendary singer-songwriter, Grammy Award-winning artist and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member James Taylor will grace Houston with a performance at Toyota Center. Tickets start at $66, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s online resale market. 7:30pm.
- Houston Restaurant Weeks at Participating Restaurants Around Houston | Starts Tuesday, August 1 – Dine out for a good cause all month as part of this annual city-wide fundraiser for the Houston Food Bank. Restaurants will be offering prix fixe menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. Times, prices, and locations vary.
- Houston Chef Series Dinner at Morton’s Steakhouse | Wednesday, August 2 – Dine out at this private dinner from executive chef Frank Lewis at Morton’s Steakhouse. This event is part of Landry’s Inc. Signature Restaurants’ “Dining through the Decades” series. $95. 7pm.
- King’s Cares Fundraiser at King’s BierHaus | Thursday, August 3– Eat out and enjoy brews at King’s BierHaus in the Heights and 20% of the proceeds will go to a charity selected by customers. 5pm to 10pm.
- Dead Rock Star Sing-A-Long Club Concert at Rec Room | Thursday, August 3 to Saturday, August 5 – Some of Houston’s best singers will come together to honor artists George Michael and Sharon Jones in this sing-a-long concert at the Rec Room. $20. 8pm both nights.
- Lionel Richie and Mariah Carey in Concert at Toyota Center | Friday, August 4 – Music icons Lionel Richie and special guest Mariah Carey are touring together for the first time and bringing their All The Hits Tour to Houston for a show. Tickets start at $39.95, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 7pm.
- Indian Summer Pop Up at Pondicheri | Friday, August 4 – Be transported to India at this Pondicheri pop up where you’ll feast on authentic Indian street food. $135. 7pm to 9pm.
- Houston Astros vs. Toronto Blue Jays at Minute Maid Park | Friday, August 4 to Sunday, August 6 – Celebrate Jeff Bagwell’s Hall of Fame Weekend by cheering loud for the Astros when they play the Blue Jays in a three game series at Minute Maid Park. Tickets start at $15, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. Friday 7:10pm; Saturday 6:10pm; Sunday 1:10pm.
- The Pilot Dance Project Performance at the Morales Funeral Home | Saturday, August 5 – Witness the work of local choreographer Jennifer Mabus in this 45-minute, site-specific performance at the Morales Funeral Home. Tickets start at $16. Performances are every hour from 2pm to 8pm.
- White Linen Night in the Heights | Saturday, August 5 – Put on your whites and head to 19th Street for an evening shopping, food, art, drinks, live music and more at the 11th annual White Linen Night in the Heights. 6pm to 10pm.
- Queen + Adam Lambert in Concert at Toyota Center | Saturday, August 5 – Brian May and Roger Taylor, with the help of Adam Lambert, will bring the songs of Queen back to life at this high energy concert at Toyota Center. Expect to hear classics like “Another One Bites the Dust” and “Bohemian Rhapsody”. Tickets start at $49.50, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 8pm.
- National Root Beer Float Day at Saint Arnold Brewery | Sunday, August 6 – Bring the whole family to the brewery to sip on floats made with Saint Arnold root beer and a scoop of Mexican vanilla ice cream from Fat cat Creamery and get a souvenir plastic cup. Special adult variations of the float will be available, along with the full lineup of beer and kid-friendly food options from the kitchen. Noon to 5pm.
- John Mayer in Concert at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion | Sunday, August 6 – Sing along to the smooth sound of John Mayer’s music in The Woodlands. Tickets start at $41, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 7pm.
- Waxahatchee in Concert at White Oak Music Hall | Sunday, August 6 – Pop punk band Waxahatchee will take the stage at White Oak Music Hall for a concert with opening acts Palehound and Outer Spaces. Tickets start at $15. 7pm.
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