Make the most of your week with our top 10 event picks happening in Houston from Monday, January 22 to Sunday, January 28, 2018.
Also in January 2018
Happening This Week
Move your hips to music from Shakira, watch monster trucks crush everything in their path at NRG, go for a jog and indulge in hot cocoa along the way, see the Harlem Globetrotters perform their mesmerizing tricks, and more happening this week in Houston.
Top 10 Things to Do This Week in Houston
- Houston Rockets vs. Miami Heat at Toyota Center | Monday, January 22 – Cheer loud for the Rockets when they hit the court to play the Heat at Toyota Center. Tickets start at $20, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 7pm.
- Big Bao Battle Chef Cook-Off Competition in Downtown | Wednesday, January 24 – 12 chefs will go head-to-head to see who can make the most delicious Chinese steamed bao at this battle at Bayou Place. Tickets start at $35. 6:30pm to 9:30pm.
- Marilyn Manson in Concert at House of Blues | Wednesday, January 24 – Rock out with Marilyn Manson on The Heaven Upside Down Tour 2017 at House of Blues. Tickets start at $59.50, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale website. 8pm.
- Couples Therapy Comedy Retreat at Houston Improv | Thursday, January 25 – Hosted by Houston Improv club favorite Alan Adams, this romantic comedy show will find Adams delivering his views on relationships with quick-fire wit, stone face delivery, and sarcastically venomous punch-lines. In addition to the five hilarious stand-up acts, the audience will have an opportunity to ask the comedians relationship advice during a unique and sidesplitting Q&A session. Tickets range from $15 to $25, but you can score 2-for-1 tickets with promocode Couples21. 8pm.
- The Killers in Concert at Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land | Friday, January 26 – Catch a performance from rock band The Killers at Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land. Tickets start at $29.50. 8pm.
- Harlem Globetrotters at NRG Arena | Friday, January 26 and Saturday, January 27 – Be amazed at the tricks and athleticism of the Harlem Globetrotters as they come to NRG to entertain the whole family on their North American Tour. Tickets start at $53.50, but you may find limited discounted tickets starting at $24. Friday 7:30pm; Saturday 2pm.
- Monster Jam at NRG Stadium | Saturday, January 27 – Watch monster trucks fly through the air and crush everything in their path at Monster Jam at NRG. Tickets start at $15, but TicketNetwork’s resale market might offer better cheaper tickets. 7pm.
- Houston Hot Chocolate 15K and 5K at Sesquicentennial Park | Sunday, January 28 – Take off on a 5k or 15k course along Buffalo Bayou and make a stop (or a few) at the many sweet stations along the road. This race benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Registration starts at $49. 7:15am.
- One Pot Showdown at Saint Arnold Brewery | Sunday, January 28 – See what teams come up with when they’re challenged to a one pot cook-off using Saint Arnold beers. This delicious fundraiser, now in its 11th year, benefits Kids’ Meals. 1pm to 4pm.
- Houston Rockets vs. Phoenix Suns at Toyota Center | Sunday, January 28 – Get on your feet and cheer for Houston in this game against the Suns at Toyota Center. Tickets start at $20, but you may find cheaper or better seats on TicketNetwork’s resale site. 2:30pm.
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