Family Events
Celebrate the Holidays with the Houston Symphony: Home Alone Live
Jones Hall for the Performing Arts 615 Louisiana St, Houston, TX, United StatesThe Houston Symphony presents a full lineup of holiday classics, including Home Alone Live with a full orchestra at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. on December 3, 2022. A true holiday favorite, the beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the Houston Symphony. Macaulay Culkin stars …
The Nutcracker Ballet
Round Top Festival Institute 248 Jaster Rd, Round TopThe world-renowned Round Top Festival Institute will once again present Tchaikovsky's holiday classic ballet, The Nutcracker. This year's production celebrates the 14th annual performance danced by Ovation Ballet Company, a youth ballet company in residency at Dancers Workshop in Austin.
Rockin’ Around Round Top Featuring People’s Choice Band
Round Top Town Square 100 Main Street, Round TopDuring this magical time of year, visitors can take in a free outdoor concert featuring Austin’s People’s Choice Band at Round Top’s Town Square. Having entertained audiences in and around Texas for decades, this high-energy dancehall band will belt out a mix of holiday and country hits. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy …
Awesome Exhibition – The Interactive Exhibition of LEGO® Models
George R. Brown Convention Center 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, HoustonTake a trip around the world and experience LEGO® in new heights and wonderous sights! Starting October 29 through December 30, the award-winning Awesome Exhibition – The Interactive Exhibition of LEGO® Models created by LEGO® Certified Professional Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught will welcome builders, creators and spectators to the magnificent exhibition of over 30 displays …
City Lights Downtown Magic
Avenida Houston 1001 Avenida de las Americas, HoustonThe yuletide season is here and City Lights, Downtown Magic, is pulling out all the stops to transform downtown Houston into the perfect winter wonderland – complete with ice for skating, lights for gazing, and activities to make your family’s season merry and bright. From November 18th – January 2nd , explore and discover festive holiday villages throughout downtown featuring a hot chocolate bar, holiday markets, …
Cirque du Soleil Presents KOOZA under the Big Top
Sam Houston Race Park 7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy W, HoustonCirque du Soleil's KOOZA will make its second appearance in Houston following its wildly successful 2012 performance from January 25 through March 5. KOOZA is a dazzling, kid-friendly show that celebrates the origin of Cirque du Soleil and the celebration of two circus traditions – acrobatic performance and the art of clowning. Guests will marvel …
Beach Clean-Up
Seawolf Park 100 Seawolf Park Blvd., Galveston, TX, United StatesCalling people of all faiths, or no faith at all, to care for our shared environment! We will remove trash polluting a shoreline along Galveston Bay at Seawolf Park in Galveston, helping to protect and restore the beautiful bay ecosystem. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels, so bring the whole …
Houston Reads Day 2023
Bruce Elementary 510 Jensen Dr, Houston, TX 77020, HoustonLiteracy Now, a local nonprofit dedicated to transforming communities by empowering children and families through literacy, leadership, and life skills, will host its third annual Houston Reads Day. Houston Reads Day is a dedicated day for Houstonians to come together to read to students, support Literacy Now’s expansion, and bring awareness to the literacy crisis …
River Oaks District Equinox in The Park | Vinyasa Yoga
River Oaks District 4444 Westheimer, Houston, TXRiver Oaks District is continuing its partnership with Equinox on fitness events in March. Equinox is leading complimentary classes at 12PM in The Park. If the weather does not permit classes outdoors, guests are invited to take an indoor class at the club. Non-Equinox members will need to arrive 15 minutes early to allow time …
Bayou City Art Festival
Memorial Park Picnic Loop 301 N Picnic Ln, HoustonHosted in Memorial Park Friday through Sunday, March 24-26, 2023, from 10 a.m. 6 p.m., Bayou City Art Festival will showcase the works of 280 artists in 19 different categories. As one of the top outdoor art festivals in the nation, Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park benefits local nonprofits and features something for everyone. …
Pet Pics In The Park
Eleanor Tinsley Park 500 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX, United StatesJoin us for Pet Pics in the Park benefiting Avenue 360's Omega House. All monetary donations are accepted for a ticket as Houston's top pet photographer Jill Garrett will be taking photos of your furry loved ones. The theme for your pet this year is "Springtime". If you’ve donated prior to the event, we’ll have …
Houston Symphony presents Mozart, Farrenc & Haydn
Jones Hall for the Performing Arts 615 Louisiana St, Houston, TX, United StatesOn April 7 and 8, the Houston Symphony welcomes Concertmaster Yoonshin Song to the Jones Hall stage to present the delicate grace of Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 1. Then, nine musicians from the orchestra join together for a performance of Louise Farrenc’s genial Nonet. The concerts conclude with Haydn’s charming and good-humored Symphony No. 101.
Taste of the Nation for No Kid Hungry
Hobby Family Pavilion at the Water Works - Buffalo Bayou Park 105 Sabine Street, HoustonNo Kid Hungry’s Taste of The Nation event is making its highly-anticipated return to Houston on April 16, 2023. New this year, the event will be held outdoors at The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park and welcomes kids of all ages. Attendees will enjoy exceptional eats, curated drinks and delectable desserts crafted by dozens …
Spring 2023 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event
Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve 6304 Gasmer, Houston, TX, United StatesCalling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment during Earth Month! We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve, including mulching around plantings, cleaning up the park and painting. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels. …
HTX Whiskey Weekend
City Place Plaza 1250 Lake Plaza Dr., Spring, TXNorth Houston’s dynamic lifestyle hub, City Place, hosts the second annual HTX Whiskey Weekend event April 28-29. The two-day celebration features complimentary and paid festivities, showcasing regional distillers, a chef’s table dinner, whiskey education sessions, cocktail classes, food and beverage tastings, live music and more.
Houston Plant Market: Free To Love
M-K-T 600 N Shepherd Drive, Houston🏳️🌈 Join the Houston Plant Market at M-K-T this July 1st for an unforgettable celebration of pride and patriotism! With a welcoming atmosphere for all ages, this family-friendly event promises an evening of joy, unity, and shared love for Houston. Come together and make lasting memories at this sensational celebration as you immerse yourself in …
One Year Anniversary Party
Frost Town Brewing 100 N Jackson St, Houston, TX, United StatesFrost Town Brewing is turning 1 and we want you to come celebrate with us. This fun-filled day will have beer releases, food vendors, a local craft market, snow machine, and a DJ. Family friendly & dog friendly! Come celebrate with us!
Trivia Night at Wild Oats
Wild Oats 2520 Airline Drive Suite C-315, HoustonCalling all trivia lovers! Wild Oats, Underbelly Hospitality’s Texas-inspired, family-friendly restaurant in the Houston Farmers Market, will start their weekly trivia nights on Wednesdays from 6:30-8 pm. Grab some friends and test your knowledge on all things sports, pop culture, geography and more, while enjoying the trivia night Blue Plate Special of smoked chicken enchiladas …
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
The Wortham Theater Center 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, HoustonA Midsummer Night's Dream Choreographer: John Neumeier | Music: Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy and Gyorgy Ligeti September 8 - 17, 2023 Based on Shakespeare's joyous romantic comedy, John Neumeier's A Midsummer Night's Dream follows the hijinks and hilarity that occur when a well-intentioned plan with a love potion goes awry. Following the thread of interwoven romances, …
TuTu
The Wortham Theater Center 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, HoustonTu Tu | Choreographer: Stanton Welch AM | Music: Maurice Ravel Stars and Stripes (Houston Ballet Premiere) | Choreographer: George Balanchine | Music: John Philip Sousa, arranged by Hershy Kay Annabelle Lopez-Ochoa (World Premiere) September 21 - October 1, 2023 The first triple bill of the season sets the stage with a playful look at …
Houston Turkish Festival
Hobby Family Pavilion at the Water Works - Buffalo Bayou Park 105 Sabine Street, HoustonATA Houston, a nonprofit organization established in 1979 to promote cultural ties between Turkey and the United States, will host the 27th Annual Houston Turkish Festival after a four-year hiatus. 2023 marks the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Turkiye, and Mayor Sylvester Turner is the honorary Chairman of ATA Houston’s Centennial Celebration Committee. The …
Houston Plant Market at Second Saturday in Second Ward
The Plant in Second Ward 3401 Harrisburg Blvd., HoustonShop over 35 local businesses, enjoy FREE performances, participate in FREE yoga, and so much more in Second Ward! Explore the wonders of Second Ward as you shop locally-grown plants, handcrafted jewelry, honey, candles, home goods, and more with Houston Plant Market! Don't miss your chance to discover hidden gems at The Plant like Eden …
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 …
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 …
The Nutcracker
The Wortham Theater Center 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, HoustonThe Nutcracker Choreographer: Stanton Welch AM | Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky November 24 – December 27, 2023 Houston's holiday tradition continues with the magic and wonder of Stanton Welch's The Nutcracker. Following the annual Stahlbaum Christmas party, journey through the glittering Land of Snow to the bright and joyful Kingdom of Sweets with Clara, Drosselmeyer, …