Top 14 Things to Do This Week in Houston: March 7 to 13, 2022

Updated: Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 6:15am.

Make the most of your week with our top 14 picks and things to do this week in Houston from Monday, March 7 to Sunday, March 13, 2022.

Rodeo continues in full swing, with nearly sold out events, but Spring Break and St. Patrick’s Day and other spring holidays—not to mention a resurgence of touring shows and events—are making the first week of March one that’s not to be missed.

Scroll below to find great things happening in Houston from Monday, March 7 to Sunday, March 13, 2022.

Top 14 Things to Do This Week in Houston

• Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo at NRG Park | Daily – The Rodeo’s big return continues, with full houses showing up for bucking broncos, calf scrambles, mutton bustin’, and—oh, yeah—the crowd-pleasing headliners. This week’s star performers are Luke Bryan, Maren Morris, Kane Brown, Journey, Bun B’s Houston Takeover on Black Heritage Day, Conroe native Parker McCollum, and Dierks Bentley. Dates, prices and times vary, and all Rodeo tickets include access to the fairgrounds, but you may find cheaper, better, or hard-to-get seats on the online resale market. 
• Venardos Circus at Dry Creek Social Club | Wednesday, March 9 through Sunday, March 13 | Final Shows – Step right up to marvel at the Broadway-inspired circus with amazing all-human acts under the intimate red and white striped tent. $25; $15 for ages 12 and under.  Showtimes vary.
• The 2022 Truffle Masters at C. Baldwin Hotel | Monday, March 7 – Savor tastings of super-luxe black truffle dishes created by the H-Town’s top chefs at a chef competition and fundraiser benefiting Texas Food & Wine Alliance. $295. 6pm.
• Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers at Toyota Center | Wednesday, March 9 – For the final time this season, LeBron James, Russell Westbrook and the Lakers appear at Toyota Center for a late season matchup. $25 and up. 7pm.
• Dodie with Lizzy McAlpine in Concert at House of Blues | Wednesday, March 9 – Emerging from the world of YouTube, the English singer-songwriter now features several Top 40 releases, including her critically acclaimed debut album, Build a Problem, which brings her to Downtown’s House of Blues. $27.50. 8pm.
• Big Jay Oakerson at Houston Improv | Thursday, March 10 to Saturday, March 12 – With appearances on Comedy Central, Inside Amy Schumer, and BET’s ComicView, the Philly-native comedian comes to the Improv for three nights of his latest material. Tickets are sold by the table; $44 for 2 and up.  Times vary.
• Bob Dylan in Concert at Smart Financial Centre | Friday, March 11 – The mythical songwriter—and Nobel Prize winner—stops by Sugar Land to perform classics along with songs from his 39th studio album, the introspective Rough and Rowdy Ways. $39.50 and up. 8pm.
• RodeoHouston: Bun B’s H-Town Takeover at NRG Stadium | Black Heritage Day | Friday, March 11 – Black Heritage Day gets a special callout this year given its showcase of Houston’s legendary rap scene, led by Bun B and showcasing Slim Thug, Z-Ro, Lil Keke, Lil’ Flip, and Paul Wall. $20 and up, but you may find better, cheaper, or hard-to-get seats using the TicketNetwork online marketplace. Rodeo events start around 6:45pm; concert around 9pm.
• The Conjurer: An Intimate Magical Experience with Magician Curt Miller at JW Marriott by the Galleria | Friday, March 11 & Saturday, March 12 – Delight at amazing close-up magic, side-splitting clean comedy, and more at a theatrical magic presentation with high end lighting, music and video with a vintage magic theater vibe. $85 to $110. 8pm both nights. 
• That Golden Girls Show at Hobby Center | Friday, March 11 & Saturday, March 12 – Relive Golden Girls goodness at this critically-acclaimed puppet parody show that graces the Hobby Center stage for back-to-back nights. $43.50 and up. Times vary.
• 2nd Annual Latino/a/x Contemporary Dance Festival at MATCH | Friday, March 11 to Sunday, March 13 – Exploring a variety of Latin dance performance styles, this weekend is a celebration of Latino/a/x culture, giving audiences a glimpse at dazzling artistry. $15 in advance; $20 at the door; $30 for a three-day pass. 8pm daily.
• 61st Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Downtown | Saturday, March 12 | FREE – Line up for the return of the annual Irish celebration as the parade embraces a new route oriented around Historic Downtown. Noon to 1:30pm.
• 7th Annual Houston Whiskey & Fine Spirits Festival at the Ballroom at Bayou Place | Saturday, March 12 – Savor and learn about the nuances of finely distilled whiskey, bourbon, scotch, and other fine spirits. There will be plenty of samples, a cigar lounge, and live music—including smooth jazz by Dean James, country tunes by Aaron Copeland, and the modern R&B of Alex Isley. $65; $125 VIP. Advance purchase only. 7pm to 10pm.
• International Women’s Market at Karbach Brewing Co. | Sunday, March 13 | No Cover – Celebrate International Women’s Day at a local market featuring local female artists, makers and foodies. 11am to 6pm.

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