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    Here are the top 14 things to do in Houston this weekend

    Craig Lindsey
    Aug 18, 2022 | 6:00 am
    Lagoonfest Texas obstacle course
    Lagoonfest hosts a triathlon and aquathon this weekend.
    Lagoonfest Texas/Facebook

    This weekend brings a chance of rain and with that, a chance of cooler temps. That may affect an athletic, multi-sport showdown at Texas' largest Crystal lagoon. Those who choose to stay indoors can opt for a staged version of Tina Fey's hilarious examination of mean girls. Also downtown, a beloved draught house celebrates 22 years with an epic blowout.

    Art lovers can take in a summer show opening, a showcase of Texas parks imagery, a cutting-edge dance show, and a visit by a jazz superstar.

    Enjoy; here are your best bets for the weekend.

    Thursday, August 18

    Amazon’s Adopt-A-Shop 2022 at Independence Heights Park
    Amazon has teamed up with HISD to host its annual back-to-school event to support thousands of HISD students in need. Amazon is donating backpacks, school supplies, hair-cut vouchers, mani/pedi vouchers, career guidance and more. This two-day, family-friendly event will 6,500 pre-filled backpacks, 800 haircut vouchers and 500 mani/pedi vouchers to Houston’s underprivileged youth. There will also be a live DJ, snow cones, games, food trucks and more. Noon.

    Foltz Fine Art presents The Art of Texas Parks reception
    Foltz Fine Art is currently hosting an exhibition and benefit sale benefitting Texas state parks, through a partnership with Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, the official nonprofit partner of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The exhibition and sale will present a preview of thirty selected works from the upcoming and long-anticipated Art of Texas Parks publication. Many of the artists and authors involved with the project will be in attendance. Through Saturday, August 27. Reception today at 5:30 pm.

    Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center: Mean Girls
    The hilarious hit musical (based on the 2004 hit comedy) has an award-winning creative team, including writer Tina Fey (who wrote the movie), composer Jeff Richmond, lyricist Nell Benjamin, and director Casey Nicholaw. Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the vicious ways of suburban Illinois. Soon, this naïve newbie falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies. 7:30 pm (2 pm and 8 pm Friday and Saturday; 2 pm and 7:30 pm Sunday).

    Friday, August 19

    Stardust Entertainment, LLC presents Delta H Con
    Assembling fans near and far, this three-day, anime and gaming convention will inspire con-goers to embrace their inner hero, among a community of fellow pop-culture aficionados, for a weekend of anime, gaming, literature, cosplay, and more. Fans will have plenty to do with cultivated programming covering an array of fandoms and topics; unique local and national exhibitors sharing their diverse collection of handmade goods, art and collectibles; and panels featuring some of the stars in the industry. 9 am.

    Summer Science Shakedown at Children's Museum Houston
    Kids are going back to school, but Children’s Museum Houston is not done with summer just yet. Join them as they celebrate one last summer hurrah with interactive activities that will shake things up as kids and parents both wind down for school. There will be a live demonstration where you can float a beach ball, blast cereal across the room and launch toilet paper 20 feet into the air. You can also explore sound vibrations and learn how earthquakes make our planet jiggle. 11 am.

    Summertime Art Show & Sale at Spring Street Studios
    Come out for a hot summer night of art, live jazz music, food, and drinks. Meet new artists and shop an array of paintings, sculptures, photography, mixed media, jewelry, and more. Make your way through the building playing the Passport Game, and get a chance to win door prizes donated by the artists. Ronnie Davis & Friends will provide the music, while Treebeard's will provide the red beans and rice, chicken gumbo, and butter cake. 5 pm.

    The Riot Comedy Show presents Kelsey Cook
    Kelsey Cook is the daughter of an international yo-yo champion and a professional foosball player, which made for a humor-filled life at a young age. She made her late-night debut on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, followed by other television appearances, including Comedy Central’s This is Not Happening. She has spent the last six years touring in over 60 cities across the country, splitting her time between Los Angeles and New York. 7 pm (7 pm and 9 pm Saturday).

    NobleMotion Dance presents An Intimate Act
    This heartfelt performance features the return of Photo Box D, the company’s seminal collaboration with light artist Jeremy Choate. Other collaborations include a climbing sculpture made by Jared Doster, an original music composition by Travis Lake, and an innovative film made in collaboration with Jeremy Stewart and A.I. technology. NobleMotion’s trademark physicality and innovation are palpable as the audience sits right on top of the action in a black box setting. 8 pm (4 and 8 pm Saturday).

    Saturday, August 20

    Lagoonfest Texas presents Lago Mar Multisport Festival
    At this two-day, multi-sport estival, racers of all ages can participate in a 5K or 10K road race along the streets of Lago Mar on Saturday. Also happening Saturday is a youth triathlon. Those ages 6 to 10 will compete in a 75-yard swim, 2-mile bike ride and three quarter-mile run. On Sunday, youth and adults can compete in an aquathon. The full course consists of a 200-yard swim and 5K run and is for adults and youth age 11 or older. 6 am.

    DACAMERA presents Houston SUMMERJAZZ: Joshua Redman 3×3
    Jazz superstar Joshua Redman’s latest project is a celebration of the power of three – the music of three iconic jazz composers interpreted in the classic trio format of saxophone, bass, and drums. The music is drawn from the works of Duke Ellington, Thelonious Monk, and Wayne Shorter, each of whom Redman considers “not just relevant but foundational” for today’s musicians; and the setting returns to a format that he has excelled in throughout his career. 7:30 pm.

    Viva Mexico at Wortham Center
    Fill your heart with pure feeling and sing along to your most beloved songs at the greatest concert of Mexican music, for the first time in the U.S. Enjoy the most beloved, Mexican music with two of the greatest Mexican singers, Fernando de la Mora (tenor) and Olivia Gorra (mezzosoprano), along with the PanAmerican Philharmonic Orchestra, Mariachi Champaña Nevin, a grand choir and the Anita Martinez folkloric ballet, under the baton of Héctor Guzmán. 7:30 pm (2 pm Sunday).

    Sunday, August 21

    Flying Saucer Draught Emporium 22-Year Celebration
    Flying Saucer Draught Emporium will celebrate 22 years in downtown Houston with an epic blowout. They will tap 30 local, national, and internationally renowned beers, many of which have never been tapped before. Bingo begins at 2 pm with prizes from Eureka Heights, Duvel, Saint Arnold, Great Heights, and more. Swag giveaways will be given throughout the day, while food specials and commemorative cups and apparel will be available for purchase. Dine-in and patio dining is available. 11 am.

    Nerd Market at B-52 Brewing
    Over in Conroe, B-52 Brewing has teamed up with The Adventure Begins Comics, Games, and More for a super awesome, super geeky market for all ages to enjoy. Multiple nerdy vendors will be around, including Arcadeology, HTX Nitro Creamery and others. There will also be face painting, themed frozen drinks, a Mario Kart tourney, a costume contest and cosplay characters (word on the street is Doctor Strange & the Scarlet Witch will be roaming around). Noon.

    True Crime Obsessed's Patrick Hinds and Friends
    True Crime Obsessed is a true-crime/comedy podcast featuring hosts Gillian Pensavalle and Patrick Hinds, who recap true crime documentaries with humor, sass, heart, and just the right amount of snark. In this live show, Patrick will be joined by friends Maggie, Lance, and Tim to present their hilarious take on the absurdities of true-crime characters and storylines, tearing into a true-crime documentary using video clips, music, and their signature garbage bell. 8 pm.

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    Here are the top 14 things to do in Houston this weekend

    Craig Lindsey
    Jan 21, 2026 | 6:30 pm
    Phil Rosenthal
    Photo courtesy of Phil Rosenthal/ Facebook
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    There are a lot of lovely events that you can check out this weekend, from a chef-driven dining event to a two-day wellness weekend to an art gallery’s 35th anniversary show to the start of an annual, Iranian film festival.

    The question is, will that arctic blast that’s supposed to happen keep people leaving their houses? Here’s hoping things aren’t cold enough to keep Houstonians from having a good time.

    Phil Rosenthal
    Photo courtesy of Phil Rosenthal/ Facebook

    Phil Rosenthal of Somebody Feed Phil will appear this Saturday at 713 Music Hall.

    Thursday, January 22

    Lucille’s Hospitality Group presents The LHG Experience Dinner
    This one-night, chef-driven dining event offers a five-course tasting menu with curated wine pairings that highlights the collective creativity behind Lucille’s Hospitality Group. The evening brings together chefs Chris Williams (Lucille’s), Sergio Hidalgo (Late August), and Jaden Gaines (Rado Market) for a collaborative menu that weaves together flavors, techniques, and cultural influences from each concept. 7 pm.

    Improv Houston presents Timmy No Brakes
    If there is one reason to watch/listen to that insufferable Kill Tony podcast/comedy show, it’s Timmy No Brakes. This guy is comedy’s most unhinged rising star (think Andrew Dice Clay if his toxic-masculinity shtick was actually self-parody). A Kill Tony viral menace and Golden Ticket winner, Timmy’s live shows are a collision of heterosexual character work, high-octane rants, and pure, uncut stupidity delivered with deranged confidence. 7:30 pm.

    Performing Arts Houston presents Chris Thile
    Four-time Grammy-winning mandolinist and songwriter Chris Thile has released eight albums in his career, most recently Laysongs in 2021. A founding member of the bands Punch Brothers and Nickel Creek, he’s also collaborated with artists ranging from Yo-Yo Ma to Fiona Apple to Brad Mehldau. For four years, he also hosted public radio favorite Live from Here with Chris Thile (formerly known as A Prairie Home Companion). This weekend, he’ll be in town sharing music from his career. 7:30 pm.

    Friday, January 23

    Sandbox VR Grand Opening
    Sandbox VR, the world's premier venue for virtual reality experiences, is set to open its newest location in Houston’s lively CityCentre district. Customers can choose from 10 different VR experiences, including the new Stranger Things experience, created in partnership with Netflix. Stranger Things: Catalyst allows fans to step inside the global phenomenon in an all-new immersive chapter that puts them at the heart of Hawkins’ darkest secrets. 10 am.

    Public Art of the University of Houston System presents Collage for a Cause
    Public Art of the University of Houston System, in partnership with Art for All Homes, will present Collage for a Cause, an evening of artmaking and giving back. Attendees can enjoy refreshments and create their very own collage based on a work in the Public Art collection. The collages will go to a meaningful cause, Art for All Homes, a nonprofit organization that collects donated artwork to distribute to individuals and families to create beauty in their homes. 5:30 pm.

    Houston Symphony presents "Marin Alsop Conducts Brahms 2"
    Conducting legend Marin Alsop unlocks the luminous jewel case that is Brahms’s Symphony No. 2. Overflowing with gorgeous melodies that melt the heart, it ends with a triumphant burst of pure joy. Love is the unifying thread in Bernstein’s Serenade (After Plato’s “Symposium”), performed with virtuosity by Concertmaster Yoonshin Song. An all-American first half opens with Barber’s heartfelt Second Essay for Orchestra. 7:30 pm (2 pm Sunday).

    Alley Theatre presents Real Women Have Curves
    Real Women Have Curves, a vivacious comedy which inspired the hit 2002 film starring a pre-Ugly Betty America Ferrera, follows five Latina women navigating the pressures of body image, immigration, and cultural expectations. As they work to meet an impossible deadline, the women reveal their hopes and struggles. Audiences can experience the warmth and laughter in the beauty of embracing who you are. Through Sunday, February 15. 8 pm (2 and 7 pm Sunday).

    Saturday, January 24

    Hotel Lucine presents Wellness Weekend
    Galveston’s beachside retreat Hotel Lucine is bringing a fresh dose of wellness-focused hospitality to the Gulf Coast with a rejuvenating weekend that invites both locals and hotel guests to unwind, recharge, and reconnect. Over two days, the boutique hotel will offer a series of seven curated sessions featuring yoga, pilates, breathwork, palm readings, and sound baths. With five sessions offered on the first day and two on the second, guests can dive into a single class or enjoy the entire lineup. 10 am.

    The Bridal Extravaganza Show
    Since 1983, the Bridal Extravaganza Show has been bringing brides and bridal businesses together. Catering exclusively to brides, grooms, and their families, the two-day festivities (held at downtown's George R. Brown Convention Center) is a one-stop-shop bringing Houston’s wedding vendors together in one location. Taste cakes, eat food, drink cocktails, shake hands with your photographer, DJ, and caterer. Plus, it’s a great way to find those unique details that steal the show at a reception. 11 am.

    Gallery Sonja Roesch presents 35th Anniversary Show
    Gallery Sonja Roesch will have a special show celebrating its 35th anniversary, showcasing works from various contemporary reductive and concept-based artists. The exhibition highlights the gallery's enduring vision and commitment to showcasing minimalist aesthetics since it was founded in Germany in 1991 and subsequently relocated to Houston in 1996. The show will feature a curated selection of artists whose work embodies the minimalist aesthetic the gallery has championed for over three decades. 6 pm.

    An Evening with Phil Rosenthal of Somebody Feed Phil
    Phil Rosenthal is the creator and executive producer of Netflix’s Somebody Feed Phil and the Emmy-winning Everybody Loves Raymond, as well as a New York Times bestselling author. Rosenthal will be in a moderated conversation, telling all the funny and true stories of his life, his television career, food, travel, friends, and family. The conversation will be followed by an audience Q&A. 7 pm.

    Sunday, January 25

    Nan and Company Properties presents Mats & Micheladas
    Wellness/lifestyle event Mats & Micheladas features a free pilates class led by Gustavo Matta, head coach at the Core Lab (participants should bring their own mats), along with complimentary micheladas for the first 25 attendees from Micheladas El Güero. Treats will also be available for purchase from Strawberry King. The event is open to the public and designed to create a welcoming, community-focused experience — especially for first-time homebuyers and the Latino community, though all are encouraged to attend. 10 am.

    Color Factory presents “New Year, New Hue” Night
    Interactive art experience Color Factory invites visitors to experience the joy of color, welcomes Houstonians to start off the new year with new energy and a fresh new hue. The location will feature a live aura reader immersed in the Factory’s colorful installations. Along with the Color Factory experience, attendees will receive complimentary aura photography to help them discover the unique energy they’re bringing into 2026. 4 pm.

    The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston presents It Was Just an Accident
    The 33rd annual Festival of Films from Iran kicks off with the latest from acclaimed Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi (The White Balloon). A mechanic is suddenly reminded of his time in an Iranian prison when he encounters a man he suspects to be his sadistic jailhouse captor. He gathers a few of his fellow ex-prisoners to confirm the man’s identity. Winner of the Palme d’Or at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. 4 and 7 pm.

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