Catch music’s biggest talents at these must-see live shows and concerts around Houston from Monday, January 1 to Sunday, January 7, 2024.
This week, open the year at an all-day EDM dance party, honor the great Townes Van Zandt in Galveston, pack EaDo for a free star-studded concert, celebrate the birthdays of David Bowie and Elvis, and more.
Fill your week with a mix of genres and jams hitting stages across the Greater Houston area.
Want to dig deeper for live concerts in Houston this month? Check the 365 Houston calendar for more shows happening across H-Town.
Top 12 Live Shows & Concerts in Houston This Week
- Praia Urbana presents Resolution at Bauhaus | New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1 – Celebrate the New Year at this annual all-day party. Three stages feature DJs Shiba San, Dosem, and more than 30 local artists offering a variety of music styles for your dancing and grooving pleasure. $30 and up. 2pm to late.
- 27th Annual Townes Van Zandt Wake at Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe | New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1 | FREE – Ring in the new year by paying respects to a much celebrated Texas legend gone too soon at the annual Townes Van Zandt wake in Galveston. Held at the site of the singer-songwriter’s iconic album recording, the wake features different musicians that will step up to the open mic and cover his songs all evening long. 5:30pm.
- Drew Fish, Mason Lively & Matt Castillo at Main Street Crossing | Wednesday, January 3 – Enjoy a lively night of dynamic country music as three sons of Texas each bring their individual styles to the Tomball stage. $28 and up. 8pm.
- John Fullbright at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck | Thursday, January 4 – The Grammy-nominated folk and Americana singer-songwriter brings his style, reminiscent of Okie greats such as Merle Haggard and Leon Russell, to the Upper Kirby stage. $50 and up. 7pm.
- Choral Performances in the Buffalo Bayou Cistern | Thursday, January 4 to Saturday, January 6 – Head to the cavernous cistern for the final opportunities to witness the Schola Cantorum of the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart filling the sprawling hollows of the Buffalo Bayou Cistern with music spanning the seventh century to the present day. $25. Times vary.
- Solido in Concert at Warehouse Live Midtown | Friday, January 5 – The Grammy-winning El Paso norteño group headlines a night at the new Warehouse Live in Midtown. Los Carnalitos and DJ Jammin James help open the show. $20 and up. 8pm.
- AT&T Playoff Playlist Live at Shell Energy Stadium | Friday, January 5 to Sunday, January 7 | FREE with RSVP – Dive into the excitement of the college football playoff season with a three-day concert series set against the backdrop of the Downtown skyline from the EaDo stadium. Kick off the weekend with a family-friendly performance from Kidz Bop on Friday; then, Saturday brings a powerhouse evening featuring the talents of Jack Harlow, Latto, 2 Chainz, and Paul Russell; and Sunday caps off the festivities by bringing country music to the forefront with performances by Jon Pardi, Jake Owen, and Megan Moroney. Register for free wristbands to attend; Friday requires no wristband. 6pm.
- Houston Symphony presents Swingin’ Sinatra: A New Year’s Celebration at Jones Hall | Friday, January 5 to Sunday, January 7 – The charming jazz soul singer, pianist and songwriter Tony DeSare leads the Houston Symphony’s Big Band as they go traveling through all of Ol’ Blue Eyes’ greatest hits. $45 and up. Times vary.
- Another Run at White Oak Music Hall | Friday, January 5 – It’s a palooza of H-Town alt-rock as Another Run headlines at White Oak with a fistful of talent including East of EaDo, Astralace, ColourNoise, and the Inhxlers in support. $10 and up. 6:30pm.
- Joey Greer at Dosey Doe: the Big Barn | Friday, January 5 – The Texas-based country music singer-songwriter takes over the Woodlands stage when he passes through the Big Barn. $12 and up. 8:30pm.
- 15th Annual BowiElvis Fest at Continental Club | Saturday, January 6 – This annual festival returns to Mid-Main, honoring two music legends with a shared birthday; David Bowie and Elvis Presley. Catch tribute tunes from bands across multiple stages, face painting, Bowie and Elvis games, a costume contest, prizes and more. $25 and up. 6:30pm to late.
- Galveston Symphony Orchestra presents New Year’s Pops Concert at the Grand 1894 Opera House | Sunday, January 7 – Cap off the first week of the new year with the premiere of the GSO’s newest chamber ensemble, Fossekall, who provides a high-energy Latin music and dance–inspired program. $10 and up. 4pm.
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