Top 5 Games & Sports Events in Houston This Week: June 19 to 25, 2023

Fans celebrate at a draft party with Houston Rockets mascot Clutch
The Rockets host a draft night party at Post Houston on Thursday | Courtesy of Houston Rockets

Snag a seat to these must-see games and sports events around Houston from Monday, June 19 to Sunday, June 25, 2023.

This week, Justin Verlander returns to Houston, the Rockets snag their draft picks at a huge celebration, and you can open Pride Weekend festivities with a 5K run.

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 5 Games & Sports Events in Houston This Week

  • Houston Astros vs. New York Mets at Minute Maid Park | Monday, June 19 to Wednesday, June 21 – The ‘Stros welcome back a familiar face when Justin Verlander comes by to pick up his World Series ring during a three-day series that includes Juneteenth and Pride Night celebrations, plus an Alex Bregman World Series ring giveaway to all fans on Wednesday afternoon. $32 and up. Times vary.
  • Houston Dynamo FC vs. San Jose Earthquakes at Shell Energy Stadium | Wednesday, June 21 – The Dynamo look to continue their strong form with an early evening kick-off against familiar foes. $7 and up. 7:30pm.
  • Rockets Draft Experience at Post Houston | Thursday, June 22 – The Clutch City Dancers, Clutch the Bear and the Launch Crew are getting ready to hype up Post Houston to welcome the newest Rockets on draft night. Expect appearances by Rockets legends, shooting contests, a live DJ and more. Free; $30 for reserved seating. 5pm.
  • Sand Volleyball Social at Wakefield Crowbar | Friday, June 23 | FREE – Level up your Friday happy hour by digging in for a casual sand volleyball event where you can get active and meet others looking to connect. All experience levels welcome. 6:30pm to 9pm.
  • The Pride Run 5K & 10K at Hennessy Park in Downtown | Saturday, June 24 – This special Pride Weekend run starts at Hennessy Park right next to Saint Arnold’s, headed west along the bayou and back. Early arrivals can also take part in a synchronized rainbow throw to get decked out in colorful pigments before you get rolling. $30 and up. 7:30am.

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