Live music, theater, family activities, comedy, and one of Houston’s largest community celebrations fill this weekend’s calendar. Indoor attractions offer a welcome break from the afternoon heat, while evening performances provide several opportunities to enjoy the city after the sun begins to settle.
◆ Friday: Humid with sunny periods and a possible afternoon thunderstorm. High near 93 degrees and low near 78 degrees.
◆ Saturday: Mostly sunny and very warm. High near 98 degrees and low near 77 degrees.
◆ Sunday: Sunny to partly cloudy and very warm. High near 97 degrees and low near 77 degrees.
Bring water, sunscreen, and lightweight clothing for daytime activities. Friday visitors may also want to keep an umbrella nearby. Weather conditions can change, so review the latest local forecast before leaving home.
Alley Theatre presents the stage adaptation of Paula Hawkins’s bestselling psychological thriller. Rachel becomes entangled in a mystery after witnessing something unusual during her daily train ride, but fragmented memories make it difficult to separate fact from assumption.
Time: 8 p.m.
Location: Alley Theatre, 615 Texas Avenue, Houston
Admission: Ticket prices vary
Additional performances are scheduled Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 and 7 p.m.
Latin pop singer and songwriter Ricardo Montaner brings his El Último Regreso Tour to Sugar Land. The evening celebrates a career that spans several decades of heartfelt ballads and internationally recognized songs.
Time: 8 p.m.
Location: Smart Financial Centre, 18111 Lexington Boulevard, Sugar Land
Admission: Ticket prices vary
Comedian, actor, and writer Josh Wolf brings his conversational and observational style to Punch Line Houston for four weekend performances.
Times: Friday at 7 and 9:15 p.m., Saturday at 7 and 9:15 p.m.
Location: Punch Line Houston, 1204 Caroline Street, Houston
Admission: Ticket prices vary
Children’s Museum Houston hosts a rescue themed family day with character appearances, story times, live theater, creative projects, and hands on activities. Scheduled programming begins at 10 a.m., with several activities continuing throughout the afternoon.
Time: Activities begin at 10 a.m.
Location: Children’s Museum Houston, 1500 Binz Street, Houston
Admission: Included with museum admission
The rescheduled Houston Pride Parade fills Downtown Houston with performances, community organizations, music, and colorful procession entries. The stage and grandstand open before the parade begins at Smith and Lamar streets.
Time: Stage and grandstand open at 5 p.m., parade begins at 7 p.m.
Location: Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby Street, Houston
Admission: Free
Riyaaz Qawwali revisits beloved songs from Bollywood cinema alongside the traditional compositions that inspired them. The performance offers an inviting introduction to the musical form and the stories behind familiar songs.
Time: 7 to 9 p.m.
Location: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore Boulevard, Houston
Admission: Ticket prices vary
Miller Outdoor Theatre celebrates Houston’s independent music scene with performances by Rodell Duff, Saint Judas and The Black Hymns, and Sara Van Buskirk. DJ Mikey Drag keeps the evening moving, while Houston musician Kam Franklin returns as host.
Time: 8 to 10 p.m.
Location: Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston
Admission: Free
Tickets are required for covered seating and become available Friday at 10 a.m. Open seating on the hill does not require a ticket.
Australian indie rock band The Temper Trap arrives at House of Blues Houston with music from its newest album, Sungazer, alongside familiar audience favorites.
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: House of Blues Houston, 1204 Caroline Street, Houston
Admission: Tickets begin at approximately $52
Houston Restaurant Weeks continues through September 7, offering specially priced brunch, lunch, and dinner menus that benefit the Houston Food Bank. Reservations are recommended. Houston Restaurant Weeks menu
This longtime Montrose gathering place serves coffee, brunch, sandwiches, salads, dinner, and a full bar. Its Houston Restaurant Weeks selection includes a three course dinner for $39.
Cuisine: Contemporary cafe and American
Address: 2604 Dunlavy Street, Houston
Located near Miller Outdoor Theatre and the Museum District, Davis Street offers contemporary Southern cooking with selections such as shrimp and grits, fried chicken, cedar salmon, and weekend brunch.
Cuisine: Contemporary Southern and American
Address: 5925 Almeda Road, Houston
Exilio presents a contemporary interpretation of flavors from Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Spain. Its Houston Restaurant Weeks offering includes a three course dinner for $55.
Cuisine: Latin and Spanish
Address: 2817 West Dallas Street, Building C, Houston
This Shady Acres restaurant combines wood fired comfort food with a ranch inspired setting, outdoor gathering areas, a playground, and live music. The menu includes steaks, trout, pizza, burgers, salads, and cocktails.
Cuisine: American and wood fired cooking
Address: 2044 East T.C. Jester Boulevard, Houston
Event schedules, admission prices, and weather conditions may change. Review the venue website before leaving home, allow additional time for Downtown Houston traffic and street closures, and make reservations when dining at a popular restaurant.
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Enjoy a fabulous weekend while exploring H-town!
