Family Events
Margaret Alkek Williams Jubilee of Dance: A Celebration of Stanton Welch
The Wortham Theater Center 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, HoustonAlways one of the most fun performances of the season, this year's Margaret Alkek Williams Jubilee of Dance will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Stanton Welch as Houston Ballet's esteemed Artistic Director. The evening will begin with a selection of highlights of Welch's work created in Houston over the past 20 seasons. Continuing to spotlight …
Cinderella
The Wortham Theater Center 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, HoustonCinderella Choreographer: Stanton Welch AM | Music: Sergey Prokofiev February 22 - March 3, 2024 Make no mistake, this is not your childhood Cinderella! More tomboy than a princess, Stanton Welch's title character is a striking woman of substance, determination, and spunk. Not waiting on a prince to rescue her, Cinderella is in control, fighting …
Bespoke
The Wortham Theater Center 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, HoustonBespoke (Houston Ballet Premiere) | Choreographer: Stanton Welch AM | Music: Johann Sebastian Bach Overgrown Path (Houston Ballet Premiere) | Choreographer: Jiří Kylián | Music: Leoš Janáček Filigree and Shadow | Choreographer: Tim Harbour | Music: 48nord (Ulrich Müller and Siegfried Rössert) March 7 – 17, 2024 Bespoke brings a fresh mixed repertory program with …
Academy Spring Showcase
The Wortham Theater Center 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, HoustonAcademy Spring Showcase The Academy Spring Showcase is your chance to see the stars of tomorrow today! The students of Houston Ballet Academy represent the future of ballet, with over 60% of the Company coming through the Academy. The Showcase gives students the stage to shine – whether it's performing works from the Company repertoire …
2024 Skate Sober | Official Houston Pride
lockwood skating palace 3323 E Lockwood Dr, HoustonLooking for a family-friendly outing this Pride season? Well, join us at Lockwood skating palace for an evening of old school tunes and classic roller skating! Get tickets at www.pridehouston365.org/skate. Children 12 and under free. No alcohol, no drama... just some R&B and good vibes!
Mayerling
The Wortham Theater Center 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, HoustonMayerling Choreographer: Sir Kenneth MacMillan | Music: Franz Liszt arranged and orchestrated by John Lanchbery OBE May 23 - June 2, 2024 The psychological thriller of Sir Kenneth MacMillan's Mayerling comes to the Wortham Theater stage for the first time after its Houston Ballet debut in 2018 as part of the Hometown Tour. An epic …
Accordion Kings & Queens
Miller Outdoor Theatre 6000 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX, United States– Texas Folklife presents the 35th annual Accordion Kings and Queens (AKQ) at Miller Outdoor Theatre on Saturday, June 1, 2024, 7 to 10pm. This highly anticipated annual concert of the state’s most dynamic performers will feature Las Fenix, 3x Grammy Award winner Sunny Sauceda, and Marcus Ardoin & Da Zydeco Legendz. The evening is …
Four Seasons
The Wortham Theater Center 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, HoustonFour Seasons Elapse | Choreographer: Disha Zhang | Music: Zeng Xiaogang The Four Seasons | Choreographer: Stanton Welch AM | Music: Antonio Vivaldi Tschaikovsky Pas de Deux | Choreographer: George Balanchine | Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Dwight Rhoden (World Premiere) June 6 - 16, 2024 The season comes to a close with Four Seasons, featuring …
Astros Pride Night Pre Party
Get ready for the game at Rodeo Goat. Drink specials from 3-7, with special appearances by some of Houston's best breweries. Trivia will be hosted by the one and only Queen Persephone from 430-630, with a special feature by Satyrn Ringz.
Summer Movie – The Lion King
Discovery Green 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX, United StatesCelebrate the 30th anniversary of The Lion King with a move night under the stars. A lion cub named Simba looks forward to following in his father's footsteps and becoming king of the African pride lands one day, but his happy childhood turns tragic when his uncle murders his father and drives him into exile. …
The Wizard of Oz
Queensbury Theatre 12802 Queensbury Lane, Houston, TX, United StatesA reimagined production of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz.
Park After Dark
Discovery Green 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX, United StatesBeat the heat this summer at Park after Dark. Splash around the Gateway Fountain or enjoy lawn games from Rocket Dog. Park in the Dark will feature live music, food trucks, vendors and special park lighting. Gretchen “Coachgee” Jèan will host free line dancing classes from 7 – 8 p.m.
Noche Española with Ana María Martínez & Friends
Morrison Theater at Brockman Hall for Opera Brockman Hall For Opera, Alice Pratt Brown Hall, HoustonThe Shepherd School celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month with a Spanish-language recital performed by faculty member and international opera star Ana María Martínez and opera department students. General admission free tickets are required and available here - https://music.rice.edu/events/noche-espanola-ana-maria-martinez-friends The Shepherd School rinde homenaje a la historia y cultura latina durante el Mes Nacional de Herencia …
ACCT Seawalk
Beach Central 2102 Seawall, Galveston, TX, United StatesWe invite all to join us as we walk, jog and run a 3k route on Galveston’s beaches and Seawall. This year's event moves up a month to Sunday, October 6, 2024, to take advantage of Galveston’s beautiful fall weather. We look forward to bringing fun to the entire family while raising awareness and funds …
Pride Community Center’s OUToberfest
500 N Main St Bryan 500 N Main Street, BryanJoin Pride Community Center for OUToberfest 2024 the first-ever Brazos Valley Pride Festival, located right in downtown Bryan, Texas! Come check out the artisan market, food and drink vendors, local non-profit and community resources, big stage performances, and more! Performer line-up and other details TBA
Walk and Roll for SCI (Spinal Cord Injury)
Evelyn's Park Conservancy 4400 Bellaire Blvd, BellaireWalk & Roll for SCI (Spinal Cord Injury), presented by Riverbend Energy Group, will take place on Sunday, October 13, 2024 from 2:30-5pm. This is a family-friendly event for all ages and abilities aimed at raising awareness and critical funds for individuals living with SCI. In its 6th year, this fun and inclusive event includes …
Third Coast PrideFest Parade & Family Fun
Downtown Galveston, Texas 2028 The Strand, GalvestonThird Coast PrideFest is orbiting through the streets of downtown Galveston for our 2nd annual Pride Parade! The theme is “Galveston is a Safe Space” and the parade this year is going to be OUT OF THIS WORLD! There will also be a Family Fun Zone at Hendley Green (21st and Strand) from 1pm-4pm and …
First Annual Northside Brewery Bike Crawl
Join us for the First Annual Northside Brewery Bike Crawl on Saturday, October 26th at 11am! We're partnering with Bad Astronaut, Frost Town Brewing, and H-Town Brewing to promote biking and community while supporting the National MS Society. Collect stamps at each brewery to redeem for a commemorative pint glass at Bad Astronaut Brewing and …
Toddler Tuesdays
Discovery Green 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX, United StatesToddlers and their caretakers enjoy a morning of interactive story time, costumed character meet and greets, activities, and soft play equipment from Toddler Towns and activities from Collab Lab. Every week features a themed story time with crafts to help toddlers discover the joy of reading and imagination. Costumes are encouraged. October 1 Book: Monsters, …
Diana Country Dinner
Lightnin's Good Times 1201 St Emanuel Street, HoustonThe Diana Foundation is proud to present our 61st annual Country Dinner. Proceeds from this event will help support local charities through The Diana Foundation's Charitable Fund. Our organization has helped raise over $2.1 million to support local organizations. Polish up your boots, hitch up your wagons, and kick up your heels at Lightnin's Good …
44th Annual Nutcracker Market
NRG Center 8400 Kirby, Houston, TX, United StatesSurrounded by the scents and sounds of the holiday season, step into a shopper’s paradise filled with larger-than-life nutcrackers and ornament-adorned trees this November 14 - 17 at the 44th annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market. Back for another year of curated collections with holiday items, gourmet food, apparel, jewelry, gifts, and more, this beloved four-day …
HOPERA presents As One
The Montrose Center 401 Branard St, Houston, TX, United StatesHOPERA presents the Houston premier of As One in partnership with the Montrose Center and supported by Eureka Heights Brew Co this November 2024. As One tells the story of Hannah, a transgender protagonist, on her journey of acceptance, belonging, and eventual self-realization in the face of adversity and doubt. Celebrating its tenth anniversary, this …
2018 Houston Turkey Trot – A BakerRipley Event
Dillard's by the Galleria 4925 Westheimer, Houston, TX, United StatesHouston Turkey Trot is a BakerRipley event held annually to challenge and encourage us to get up, get out, give back, and give thanks on a day devoted to family and togetherness. The BakerRipley Turkey Trot benefits BakerRipley, formerly Neighborhood Centers, a local non-profit that has served this region for 110 years. For the past …
Garden & Guns’s Rodeo Smoke Show
Truth BBQ 110 S Heights Blvd, Houston, TX, United StatesIn partnership with Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Garden & Gun hosts a lively celebration at Houston’s famed TRUTH BBQ to kick off the highly-anticipated Houston Rodeo. Join us for live music, craft cocktails, and a makers market featuring artisan wares by top names in Western goods. Throughout the evening, indulge in Lone …
3rd Saturdays Open Studios at Silver Street Studios
Silver Street Studios 2000 Edwards St., Houston, TX, United StatesSilver Street Studios has open studio days every 2nd and 3rd Saturdays from 12-5pm. Come meet local artists, spend the day enjoying the art gallery exhibitions, and spent some time shopping for jewelry, glasswork, paintings, sculpture, photography and more. The event is free, family friendly, convenient and free parking, and right in the Washington Arts …