Project Row Houses Floyd Newsum Summer Studios allows art majors from local universities the opportunity to develop a studio practice with support from a cohort of their peers and input from a team of artist mentors. This year’s cohort brings together the voices of ten diverse undergraduate and recently graduated artists whose work speaks directly …
Art Factory Presents a Brand New Production of Hit Broadway Musical HAIRSPRAY! Based on the 1988 John Waters film of the same name, HAIRSPRAY is a Tony Award winning musical sensation that has danced its way into the hearts of theatergoers worldwide! The story whisks us to 1962 Baltimore and follows Tracy Turnblad, a plump …
It's Trans Time! Join us for a laid-back evening at Frost Town Brewing. You can get a tattoo, make a friendship bracelet, or a shirt. HIV rapid testing will be available.
Join HCCC for talks by current resident artists Atisha Fordyce (fiber), Macon Reed (fiber), and Dongyi Wu (metal). Discover the artistic processes of working craft artists and learn about the artists’ works of art, influences, and materials. After the talk, visit the residents’ open studios to learn more about their tools and explore their work …
Discover the beauty and craft of the Turkish art of ebru paper-marbling with local ebru and watercolor artist Shaheen Rahman! Known for its exquisite and traditional patterns painted on the surface of water with specialized tools and transferred to paper, ebru’s origins date back over 500 years to Silk Road production of this art. Participants …
CODED: Conversations You Didn’t Know We Were Having is an evening of dance, drag, and drama, produced by prokop_theory dance. Inspired by coded forms of communication in the LGBTQ+ Community, this happening is funded by the Houston Arts Alliance, the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, and the Katherine G. McGovern School of the Arts. This …
Join Ian and Lou for a musical song bingo brunch! Prizes awarded each round. All proceeds go to the Trans Legal Aid Clinic. Sunday, August 24th, from 12-2.30ish.
Thunderclap Productions presents the world premiere of THE CHOSEN ONES, a riveting new musical by Aaron Alon. Heart-wrenching, hilarious, and ultimately unforgettable, the show follows a group of LGBTQ+ teens in a conversion therapy summer camp, led by an “ex-gay” minister. THE CHOSEN ONES is a timely story of living authentically and finding your chosen …
HRC Houston is hosting a National Coming Out Day Open House Storytelling event on October 11th from 6 pm - 8 pm at Pearl Bar. We hope you’ll join us to be in community, hear some powerful stories from your fellow community members, and learn about what’s next for the work to do to advance …
The Health Museum, an interactive health science museum located in the heart of the Houston Museum District, will host “InnerSections: Beyond the 77 Minutes”, a powerful afternoon of storytelling, reflections and community dialogue surrounding the current exhibit “77 Minutes”, which is a photographic installation that honors the Robb Elementary School shooting victims and their families. …
They might have the present, but the future is ours! On Sept 14, something new descends on Houston. Tony’s Place unveils our first-ever flagship fundraiser, and it’s not just a party. It’s a portal, a shimmering rupture in the timeline, a collective act of radical imagination. Queer futurism isn’t just a theme. It’s about breaking …
Tony’s Place is working towards a future where Houston’s homeless youth population are safe, nurtured and thriving. A future where who you are is no longer discriminated against. A future where food, shelter, showers and health care are no longer out of reach. THE FUTURE WE SEE IS FABULOUS. Join Tony’s Place on Sunday, September …
The Latina Entrepreneurship Conference will feature keynote sessions, breakout workshops, and fireside conversations curated meticulously by the Latina Leadership Podcast team. The intention is to serve the needs of the Latina business owners in ways that truly move the needle for each entrepreneur, as well as to follow up with them throughout their journey after …
Silver 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 …
Houston Record Swap is a monthly "swap meet" where music collectors from around the Houston area will be setting up and selling their collections of vinyl, CDs, and tapes. FREE, ALL-AGES, PET-FRIENDLY. Bring your gently used music to barter and trade. A very good hang.
Get ready to make a splash because Bear Tubing 2025 is just around the corner! The Houston Bears are heading to New Braunfels, TX, from September 25-28, for a weekend of sun, good times, and great company. Relax as you float down the beautiful Comal River, enjoying the company of the hottest Bears in Texas, …
ROCO launches its 21st season and Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation In Concert Series with Feels Like Home—a back-to-back concert weekend led by Artistic Partner Delyana Lazarova. Featuring guest concertmaster Margaret Batjer (LACO), the season opens with three world premieres and a powerful symphony rediscovered, on Friday, September 26, 7:30 pm, at Miller Outdoor Theatre and Saturday, September 27, 5:00 pm, at The Church of St. John the Divine. ROCO …
ROCO launches its 21st season and Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation In Concert Series with Feels Like Home—a back-to-back concert weekend led by Artistic Partner Delyana Lazarova. Featuring guest concertmaster Margaret Batjer (LACO), the season opens with three world premieres and a powerful symphony rediscovered, on Friday, September 26, 7:30 pm, at Miller Outdoor Theatre and Saturday, September 27, 5:00 pm, at The Church of St. John the Divine. ROCO …
Welcome to the Logo Launch Trot for Trans Visibility! Come join us at Pearl Bar for an exciting event celebrating the launch of our new logo. Don't miss out on the opportunity to meet the race organizers, grab some race swag and get race discount code for upcoming race March 2026! Mark your calendars and …
Are you navigating the complexities of religious trauma, spiritual abuse, deconstruction, or simply the after-effects of challenging religious or spiritual experiences? The Rise Above Community (RAC) is a safe and affirming space where your unique journey is honored. A Safe, Traveler-Led Space for Healing from Adverse Religious & Spiritual Experiences (ARSE) This group is Traveler-led, …
The Triple A Alliance will be on hand to collect donations for top surgeries for trans masc Houstonians.
The Health Museum, an interactive health science museum located in the heart of the Houston Museum District, will debut their newest exhibition “Age in Our Times” as part of it’s Healing Arts Program at a preview party on Friday, October 3, 2025 from 6-8 p.m. Four awards will be presented during the reception at 7 p.m. …
This month, learn the art of basket weaving with former resident artist and Lone Star Weaver Molly Koehn! Basketry is an ancient craft that relies on simple tools and natural materials, some of which are grown and harvested right here in our Craft Garden, where the activity will take place. Get inspired by the variety of …
15 Years In The Making: DJ Panda isn’t just turning another year older, we’re celebrating the 15 year anniversary by taking the step and curating events catered to US! The Mission: Bring back Unique & Nostalgic DJ Sets, bring back the good vibes, the energy, the dancing! To Help Achieve This Goal I’ve Tapped The …
Weekly - Mondays OUT LATER is a gay men’s discussion group for men who are living life after coming out later -- focusing on life issues of parenting, divorce, family, dating, relationships, and other issues of concern to group participants. Mondays, 7:30-9:00, at Montrose Counseling Center, Room 103 email: outlater.group@outlook.com