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    Weekend events planner

    Here are the top 9 things to do in Houston this weekend

    Marcy de Luna
    Sep 6, 2017 | 2:57 pm

    In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, the city is starting to recover with a weekend full of events, including several hurricane relief fundraisers, some amazing concerts, an NFL game opener, and a can't-miss culinary throwdown.

    There's also an extended charity dining extravaganza and a blowout bar celebration, with an incredible deal on drinks. Read on for the nine best things to do in Houston this weekend.

    For more options, check out the full CultureMap Events Calendar.

    Dine out for a good cause
    Thursday, September 7-Saturday, September 30

    Houston Restaurant Weeks has been extended through September 30. A portion of the cost of each HRW menu goes to the Houston Food Bank. For the list of participating restaurants, head to the HRW website. (tickets: $20-$45 per HRW menu, per person)
    Various locations

    Shake up the camp scene
    Thursday, September 7

    Enjoy bites by local chefs and tunes by Max Flinn at the Camp Culinary Challenge: Taste of Texas, hosted by Camp For All Young Professionals at White Oak Music Hall. Funds raised go towards bringing campers with special needs to Camp For All. (VIP reception from 6-7 pm, main event from 7-10 pm; tickets: $65-$175 per person)
    2915 N. Main St.; 713-686-5666

    Music to our ears
    Thursday, September 7

    Head to the Thursday Night Concert series at Discovery Green for performances by Charlie Robison and opening band, Charlie and the Regrets. (7-9 pm; tickets: free cover with donations going to the Mayor's Relief Fund and Charlie Robison's Coastal Relief Fund)
    1500 McKinney St.; 713-400-7336

    The show will go on
    Thursday, September 7

    The Goo Goo Dolls hit the stage at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in support of their 2016 album, Boxes. They’re joined by former American Idol winner, Phillip Phillips. (7:30 pm; tickets: $19.50-$89.50 per person)
    2005 Lake Robbins Dr., The Woodlands; 281-363-3300

    Hurricane relief concert
    Friday, September 8

    Apollo Chamber Players, in partnership with Musiqa Houston and Jazz Forever present: A Harvey Relief Concert, including a premiere by Houston-based composer Mark Buller, at Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston (MATCH). All proceeds go the Greater Houston Community Foundation and Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston for hurricane relief efforts. (7-9 pm; tickets: pay what you will to support the aforementioned charities)
    3400 Main St.; 713-521-4533

    Miss Jackson
    Saturday, September 9

    Janet Jackson brings her State of the World tour to Toyota Center. The playlist boasts songs from Jackson's 2015 album, Unbreakable, career smash hits, and soon-to-be released tracks. (8 pm; tickets: $150 per person)
    1510 Polk St; 713-758-7200

    We are Texans
    Sunday, September 10
    The Jacksonville Jaguars go head-to-head against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in the season opener. (12 pm; tickets: $49-$400 per person)
    NRG Pkwy; 832-667-1400

    Cheers
    Sunday, September 10

    Downtown watering hole Public Services celebrates its third anniversary with 25 percent off all spirits. What’s more, you’ll also save on rare, large-format wines served by the glass. Feast on Taiwanese-style steam buns and dress to impress. The event features a Blade Runner/Cyberpunk theme; feel free to dress the part. (4 pm-2 am; tickets: free entry)
    202 Travis St, Ste. 100, 713-516-8897

    Hometown favorites
    Sunday, September 10

    ZZ Top plays at Smart Financial Centre as part of The Tonnage Tour. Post-Harvey, the concert has been converted to a benefit show, set to raise $100,000 for hurricane relief. (8 pm; tickets: $144-$250 per person)
    8111 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land; 281-207-6278

    The Jacksonville Jaguars go head-to-head against the Houston Texans in the season opener.

    Houston, 5th annual JJ Watt Charity Classic, May 2017, J.J. Watt on the field
      
    Photo courtesy of the Houston Texans
    The Jacksonville Jaguars go head-to-head against the Houston Texans in the season opener.
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    Concert News

    Iconic video games celebrated in new concert tour coming to Houston

    Alex Bentley
    Jun 17, 2025 | 10:45 am
    Astro Bot at PlayStation® | The Concert
    Photo courtesy of Sony Interactive Entertainment, GEA Live, and RoadCo Entertainment
    PlayStation® | The Concert comes to Will Rogers Auditorium on March 5, 2026

    Gamers will get to experience the music of some of their favorite games when PlayStation | The Concert comes to Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land on January 28.

    The multi-month tour is scheduled to begin in October 2025 and will hit at least 80 cities in the United States, Canada, and Europe.

    In addition to Houston, the tour will stop in Dallas on January 24, Austin on January 29, San Antonio on March 4, and Fort Worth on March 5.

    The production combines the music and visuals from nine PlayStation video game titles into one experience. Featured games include God of War, The Last of Us, Ghost of Tsushima, Horizon, Astro Bot, Journey, Helldivers 2, Bloodborne, and Uncharted.

    Audiences will be treated to a fusion of visuals from the games, immersive surround sound, and an all-star ensemble featuring classical and modern instruments.

    PlayStation® | The Concert is produced by Sony Interactive Entertainment, GEA Live, and RoadCo Entertainment.

    For tickets, tour dates, and more information, visit playstation.com/theconcert. Tickets for all five Texas dates go on sale Wednesday, June 18.

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