Updated:April 2nd, 6:21PM
What’s up Houston!
Lots to do this weekend, and for those of you that observe, happy Good Friday & Easter.
Enjoy your weekend!
Festival & Markets
Saturday – First Saturday Arts Market @ Houston Heights @ 11AM Visit Houston’s original monthly outdoor arts event!
Saturday – Horror Market Madness @ Eureka Heights Brew Co. @ 12PM Houston Horror Film Fest’s Pop-Up Market brings indie vendors, spooky art, horror merch, and cult vibes—shop, scream, and celebrate local horror culture.
Saturday – Coffee and Cars @ POST @ 9AM Come out and enjoy an amazing display of machines at POST!
Saturday – Pancakes & Booze Art Show @ Bad Astronaut Brewing Co @ 8PM Come experience one of the largest pop-up art movements to hit North America and enjoy live performances, art exhibits from 75+ artists, and all-you-can-eat pancakes!
Ongoing – French Cultures Festival The festival unites French speakers, learners, and the wider Francophone community to showcase the diversity of French cultures. Check the website for specific events throughout the city. Ends 4/20.
Standup
Thursday – ‘Southern Nights’ Comedy Tour @ Houston Improv @ 7:30PM Featuring Landon Talks & Mary Ryan Brown
Thursday – Michael Quu Stand-Up @ Punchline Houston @ 7:30PM
Thursday – The Best of TSG: Cody Greenlee Stand-Up @ The Secret Group @ 8PM
All weekend – Tiffany Haddish Stand-Up @ Houston Improv
All weekend – Sam Tallent Stand-Up @ Punchline Houston
All weekend – 2026 Riot National Comedy Festival @ Montrose District See big name headliners and discover new up-and-coming talent: standup, podcasts, music, improv, film contest, and more! Featuring Matthew Broussard, Timmy No Brakes, Andy Huggins, & more.
Sports
Friday – Rockets vs Utah Jazz @ Toyota Center @ 7PM
Friday – Dash vs Racing Louisville FC @ Shell Energy Stadium @ 7:30PM
Saturday – Dynamo FC vs Seattle Sounders @ Shell Energy Stadium @ 7:30PM
Sunday – Houston Gamblers vs Birmingham Stallions @ Shell Energy Stadium @ 5PM
All weekend – Men’s Clay Court Championship @ River Oaks Country Club
Arts & Culture
Friday – Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons + More Classics in Concert @ The Bell Tower on 34th @ 6:30PM
Friday – Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel on Strings @ The Bell Tower on 34th @ 8:30PM
Saturday – ‘The Sleeping Beauty’ Ballet @ Wortham Center @ 7PM Experience the timeless fairytale told through breathtaking choreography, Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score, and a truly magical stage design.
Saturday – Candlelight: Tribute to Adele @ Lone Star Flight Museum @ 7PM
Saturday – Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer @ Lone Star Flight Museum @ 9:15PM Hear Hans Zimmer’s best soundtracks from ‘Inception,’ ‘The Lion King,’ ‘Interstellar,’ ‘The Dark Knight,’ and more.
All weekend – Disney’s ‘Fantasia’ in Concert @ Jones Hall Stunning animation fills the giant screen as the Houston Symphony performs the iconic Disney score live, including favorites from Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, and more.
Ongoing – ‘Mythical Realms’ Exhibit @ Houston Zoo Wander through an enchanted trail and come face-to-face with dragons, mythical creatures, and legendary beings drawn from ancient folklore. Ends 9/7.
Ongoing – ‘The Journey to End Cancer: From Cause to Cure’ Exhibition @ The Health Museum NEW – This exhibition is an innovative new science exhibition on cancer – exploring groundbreaking research, advanced medical technologies, and promising new therapies. Ends 9/13.
Ongoing – ‘Death By Natural Causes’ Exhibition @ HMNS Through a collection of specimens, text and interactives, this exhibition will introduce you to the range of “animal, vegetable and mineral” dangers that lurk in their everyday lives. Ends 5/25.
Ongoing – ‘Terracotta Warriors’ Exhibition @ HMNS Power. Artistry. Mystery. Step into the cradle of Chinese civilization and see history come alive. Ends 4/12.
Ongoing – ‘Global Visions – FotoFest at 40’ Exhibition @ Sawyer Yards Galleries The Biennial 2026 presents key works and themes from the 20 previous biennials between 1986 and 2024, with more than 450 artists from the United States and 58 countries represented. Ends 5/10.
Ongoing – ‘The Gift of Drawing: Cy Twombly’ Exhibition @ Menil NEW – Featuring 27 works from a gift to the museum by the Cy Twombly Foundation, the exhibition includes a broad range of works exploring Twombly’s fundamental themes such as classical antiquity, eroticism, and nature. Ends 8/9.
Ongoing – ‘Photography from The Menil Collection: Curated by Wendy Watriss’ Exhibition @ Menil Featuring works by renowned 20th century practitioners, this exhibition presents documentary-style photographs that underscore how images can ignite conversation about diverse social realities. Ends 5/31.
Ongoing – ‘Wall Drawing Series: Gladys Nilsson’ Exhibition @ Menil Known for her densely layered and meticulously constructed watercolors and collages, Nilsson brings her prominent artistic style to Menil’s special Wall Drawing Series. Ends 8/16.
Ongoing – ‘Frida: The Making of an Icon’ Exhibition @ MFAH This monumental exhibition features more than 30 works by the legendary Mexican artist and 120 by five generations of artists she inspired. Ends 5/17.
Ongoing – ‘Imaging After Photography’ Exhibition @ Moody Center for the Arts The exhibition explores the mercurial nature of images, the evolving dialogue between photographs and reality, and humanity’s ever-changing relationship to technological advancements. Ends 5/9.
Ongoing – ‘Mario Ayala: Seven Vans’ Exhibition @ CAMH Created specifically for Houston, the exhibition presents seven life-sized van paintings that bridge histories of commerce and counterculture. Ends 6/21.
All Ages/Good for kids
Friday – Playdate @ MFAH @ 11:30AM Through play and experimentation in programs like MFAH Playdate, toddlers have their first experience with art.
Saturday – Saturday Stargazing @ George Observatory in Needville
Sunday – Family Zone @ MFAH @ 1PM
On selected Sundays, families are invited to visit the MFAH for exciting activities in the galleries.
All weekend – Disney On Ice: Jump In @ NRG Stadium Revisit cherished memories and create new ones as Disney’s most iconic characters take you on a magical journey through fan favorite films including ‘Zootopia,’ ‘Inside Out,’ and more!
All weekend – The Amazing Acro-Cats Show @ MATCH This troupe of trained house cats give a one-of-a-kind, 90 minute purrformance that includes cats riding skateboards, jumping through hoops, ringing bells, and more! Ends 4/9.
Ongoing – Zoo Bloom @ Houston Zoo NEW – This Spring season, the Zoo will blossom before your eyes with spring-inspired decor and colorful plant displays across the Zoo. Ends 5/3.
Ongoing – ‘Extreme Animals Alive’ Exhibition @ HMNS Step into a graphic novel and explore the unique adaptations that make Earth’s creatures fearless and fascinating, beautiful and bold.
Live Theater
All weekend – John C. Reilly Live Show @ The Hobby Center The acclaimed entertainer effortlessly navigating comedy, drama, and musical theater in his newest show ‘Mister Romantic.’
All weekend – ‘Back to the Future’ Musical @ The Hobby Center Don’t miss the award-winning, sold-out theatre adaptation of the iconic time travel story featuring your favorite eccentric characters.
All weekend – ‘Brother Andrew’ Musical @ The George Theatre Inspired by the NYT Bestselling book, this new musical is the gripping and thrilling story of a young Dutch man who, after a dramatic conversion, risks his life to smuggle Bibles behind the iron curtain. Ends 4/26.
All weekend – ‘Mama Won’t Fly’ Play @ Crighton Theatre An outrageously hilarious race against the clock begins when Savannah agrees to get her feisty mother all the way from Alabama to California in time for her brother’s wedding. The problem: Mama won’t fly. Ends 4/19.
All weekend – ‘Choir Boy’ Play @ Ensemble Theatre This coming-of-age story follows a group of young, black students at an all-boys as they navigate issues of identity and sexuality. Ends 4/12.
All weekend – ‘Tiny Beautiful Things’ Play @ Stages Theatre Adapted from Cheryl Strayed’s beloved book, this play is a deeply moving and sharply funny celebration of what it means to be human. Ends 4/19.
All weekend – ‘Leopoldstadt’ Play @ Main Street Theatre – Rice Village The latest masterpiece and most personal play from Tom Stoppard, ‘Leopoldstadt’ is a stirring and epic story of love, family, and enduring bravery set in Vienna at the rise of the 20th century. Ends 4/26.
All weekend – ‘Red Maple’ Comedy Play @ MATCH Taking place at a couples’ dinner party, this funny and entertaining play is an expert mix of farcical extremes, moving pathos, and witty timing. Ends 4/4.
All weekend – Drunk Shakespeare: ‘Romeo & Juliet’ Show @ The Emerald Theatre In this hilarious twist on the classic love story, one actor will down five shots of whiskey before attempting to play a major role, while the rest of the sober cast tries to keep the show on track. Ends 7/11.
Live Music
Thursday – Peso Pluma @ Toyota Center @ 8PM With Tito Double P & Friends
Thursday – ERNEST @ White Oak Music Hall @ 7PM With Chandler Walters
Thursday – Logan Michael @ White Oak Music Hall @ 7PM
Thursday – Watchhouse @ The Heights Theater @ 8PM With Paper Wings
Thursday – Magnolia Park @ Warehouse Live @ 7:30PM With Silly Goose & Pink Noise
Thursday – Krew Minor @ Scout Bar @ 9PM With Wynd, Hellzgazing, Nickyy Danger, & more
Thursday – Bone Bucket @ Dan Electro’s @ 8PM With The Hightailers
Thursday – Alex Lambert @ Continental Club @ 8PM
Friday – Beats on the Bayou @ East River @ 6PM
Enjoy an energetic, family-friendly evening of live music along the waterfront at The Bayou Park every first Friday of the month this summer.
Friday – Orchestra Noir @ 713 Music Hall @ 8PM
Friday – Testament @ House of Blues @ 6PM With Overkill & Destruction
Friday – Chris Patrick @ House of Blues @ 7PM With Marco Plus & Stockz
Friday – CULTTASTIC @ White Oak Music Hall @ 7PM With Staticca & MrJay
Friday – Saturdays at Your Place @ The Secret Group @ 8PM With Retirement Party & Kerosene Heights
Friday – Charlie Sexton @ The Heights Theater @ 8PM With Calder Allen
Friday – Crimewave: Goth, Post-Punk, & Darkwave Party @ Warehouse Live @ 9PM
Friday – Moon Walker @ Scout Bar @ 7:30PM With Demi the Daredevil and Sarah & the Safe Word
Friday – Dead Eye @ Dan Electro’s @ 9PM
Friday – D!GGY @ Continental Club @ 9PM With InDaSkies
Friday – Linda Gail Lewis Trio @ The Big Top @ 6:30PM
Friday – Light Rock Express @ The Big Top @ 9:30PM
Saturday – New Edition @ Toyota Center @ 8PM With Boyz II Men & Toni Braxton
Saturday – Mariah the Scientist @ Bayou Music Center @ 8PM With 4Batz
Saturday – Bob Moses + Cannons @ 713 Music Hall @ 7:45PM
Saturday – Hanabie. @ House of Blues @ 6PM With Nekrogoblikon & Enterprise Earth
Saturday – Racoma @ House of Blues @ 7PM With Lilly Miller
Saturday – Ashes to Amber @ White Oak Music Hall @ 6PM With Nature TV
Saturday – Bryant Barnes @ White Oak Music Hall @ 7PM
Saturday – Ozz @ Warehouse Live @ 6PM With LZE, GNR Reloaded, & Learn to Swim
Saturday – Jack’D Rabbit @ Warehouse Live @ 11PM With J Warren
Saturday – Zachary Ross of Man Overboard @ The Secret Group @ 7PM
Saturday – Vitamin R @ Scout Bar @ 9PM
Saturday – About Time @ Dan Electro’s @ 2:30PM With Dragon Resort
Saturday – Aries Party @ Dan Electro’s @ 8PM Featuring Lucas / Heaven Family Band & Kam Franklin
Saturday – Dr. Feelgood: 80s Hard Rock and Hair Metal Night @ Continental Club @ 9PM
Saturday – Opie F. Hendrix @ The Big Top @ 9:30PM With Saint Judas & The Black Hymns
Sunday – Jazzy Sundays in the Park: Christian McBride + Synesthesia @ Buffalo Bayou Park @ 5PM This free concert series brings top Houston jazz musicians to the park for an easygoing evening of live music under the open sky.
Sunday – Candlelight: Neo-Soul Favorites @ Lone Star Flight Museum @ 7PM Hear classics from Frank Ocean, Miguel, SZA, Childish Gambino, Alicia Keys, & more.
Sunday – Candlelight: Tribute to TOOL @ Lone Star Flight Museum @ 9:15PM
Sunday – Beto Cuevas @ House of Blues @ 7PM
Sunday – Jae Stephens @ House of Blues @ 7PM
Sunday – Sunn O ))) @ White Oak Music Hall @ 7PM
Sunday – Stoned Immaculate @ Warehouse Live @ 3:30PM With Miracles & The Skinz
Other Events
Friday – Happy Hour Friday – Tango Night @ MFAH @ 5PM Explore the galleries after-hours, mingle with the local tango community and learn new moves at this special edition of the MFAH’s Happy Hour!
All weekend – ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ Screening @ MFAH