Catch music’s biggest talents at 21 must-see live shows and concerts around Houston from Monday, April 27 to Sunday, May 3, 2026.
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Top 21 Live Shows & Concerts in Houston This Week
Concerts and performances are not ranked but are listed in chronological order, by start date and time and then by end date and time.
Baby Keem in Concert at Bayou Music Center | Monday – The rapper and producer out of Las Vegas—known for his sleeper hit single “Orange Soda” and turns on both Black Panther: The Album and The Lion King: The Gift film-inspired compilations—brings the The Ca$ino Tour to Downtown. $49+. 8:30pm. Get tickets.
Purity Ring in Concert at House of Blues | Tuesday – The Canadian electronic pop duo pop with hip hop influences, known for childlike vocals and macabre, gory lyrics, bring the Place of My Own Honor Tour to HTX. $42+. 7pm. Get tickets.
The Robert Cray Band in Concert at The Heights Theater | Wednesday – The five-time Grammy-winning blues icon, soul man, and rock and roller returns to the Heights stage on his All Amped Up tour, with special guest John Egan. $63+. 8pm. Get tickets.
The Maine in Concert at House of Blues | Thursday – The Downtown music hall welcomes the alt-rock, punk band from Tempe, Arizona. $30+. 5:30pm. Get tickets.
Pianist Joe Alterman: The Sounds of Jewish America Concert at ERJCC | Thursday | FREE – Alterman blends American music and storytelling to explore Jewish influence on 20th century popular music, from Irving Berlin to Carole King. $49; $35 members. 7:30pm.Get tickets.
An Evening With Josh Ritter at The Heights Theater | Thursday – The singer-songwriter, musician and best-selling author brings his The Book of Gold Thrown Open tour to the Heights venue. $38+. 8pm. Get tickets.
ABBA Under the Stars Concert at Marriott Marquis Houston | Thursday – Take in a night of iconic ABBA hits by the Texas-shaped lazy river atop the Downtown hotel. Stick around for rooftop views after the show. $22.50+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Sara Van Buskirk in Concert at The Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe | Thursday – The Galveston listening room welcomes the Houston singer-songwriter known for her emotional depth and commanding vocals. $26. 8:30pm. Get tickets.
Raye in Concert at 713 Music Hall | Friday – The British singer-songwriter brings her soulful voice to the Post Houston music hall. $155+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Matthew Dirst in Recital at Rienzi | Friday – Ars Lyrica’s artistic director and renowned harpsichordist, Dirst performs a selection of Bach compositions. $40. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Carlos Vives in Concert at Smart Financial Centre | Friday – The iconic Colombia musician, who’s sold 20 million+ albums brings his Tour Al Sol to Sugar Land. $72+. 8pm. Get tickets.
La Izquierda Surf & Music Festival at Beach Central | Friday & Saturday – The 2-day celebration features live music from Los Skarnales, Lost Bayou Ramblers Louisiana Surf Department, Dem Roots, Galvezton, Alex Mass, India Tigers in Texas and more—plus surfing contests, local vendors and more beachside fun in Galveston. $30+ both days. Times vary. Get tickets.
ROCO Connections: Sense of Mind at Artechouse Houston | Saturday – In a bold exploration of how music and the brain intertwine, ROCO’s final concert of the season features real-time EEG data measuring the neural activity from select audience members during the show. Pay-What-You-Can. 5pm. Get tickets.
Maren Morris in Concert at 713 Music Hall | Saturday – The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter brings The Dreamsicle tour to the Downtown HTX. $30+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Alejandro Escovedo & The Electric Saints in Concert at The Heights Theater | Saturday – Blending rock, punk, roots rock, and alt-country, the Texas son performs selections from his latest album, Echo Dancing. $38. 8pm. Get tickets.
Ari Lenox in Concert at Bayou Music Center | Saturday – Catch a live performance from the R&B singer-songwriter when The Vacancy Tour hits Downtown. $30+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Houston Symphony: Disney & Pixar’s Toy Story in Concert at Jones Hall | Saturday & Sunday – Go to infinity and beyond a screening of the original 1995 movie (G) that started it all with the Symphony performing the score live with the film. $29+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Cinco de Mayo: México, Leyendas, y Herencia at The Hobby Center | Sunday – Back for a second year, the Queen of Ranchera music—acclaimed Mexican singer Aida Cuevas, performs in a program highlighting the historic Battle of Puebla. $38+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Los Lobos in Concert at The Heights Theater | Sunday – The iconic, Grammy-winning band with a legendary, 50 year-long career brings their blend of rock and roll, blues, and folk with traditional Mexican music. $64+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Little Feat in Concert at 713 Music Hall | Sunday – The iconic ‘70s band—famous for fusing California rock, New Orleans funk, and jazz fusio— hits the Bayou City on their Last Farewell tour. $30+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Little Miss Nasty in Concert at Warehouse Live Midtown | Sunday – The L.A.-based rock and metal burlesque performance group brings the Dead Dollz tour to HTX. $38+. 8pm. Get tickets.
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