Top Games & Sports Events in Houston This Week: December 4 to 10, 2023

A wide angle of the Houston Cougars basketball arena, filled with fans during a game
The nationally-ranked Coogs take on two opponents this week, including the Rice Owls | Courtesy of University of Houston

Snag a seat to these must-see games and sports events around Houston from Monday, December 4 to Sunday, December 10, 2023.

This week, most hometown teams are out of town, which offers a red-hot Cougars squad the spotlight.

Want to dig deeper on sports happening around H-Town? Find more games and live sports happening all month long in the 365 Houston calendar.

Top Games & Sports Events in Houston This Week

  • College Basketball: Houston Cougars v. Rice Owls at Fertitta Center | Wednesday, December 6 – It’s a battle for H-Town when the Rice Owls fly over to the Fertitta Center to battle it out against Big 12’s top-ranked squad at Coogs’ house. $10 and up. 7pm.
  • Rudolph Run 5K and 10K at CityCentre | Saturday, December 9 – Runners, walkers, and strollers of all ages are invited to take a lap at the Rudolph Run at CityCentre, including lengths of 5K and 10K, as well as a Cupid 1K. Enjoy pictures with Santa and special treats after the fun run, and the best Christmas costume will receive a gift card. $40 and up; $20 for the Cupid 1K. 7am to 11am.
  • College Basketball: Houston Cougars v. Jackson State Tigers at Fertitta Center | Saturday, December 9 – The Jackson State Tigers come prowling through UH for what is sure to be an action-packed game filled with fierce competition. $10 and up. 3pm.

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