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 …
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 …
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 …
Bayou City Art Festival will showcase the works of more than 250 artists in 19 different categories in Memorial Park from Friday through Sunday, October 10-12, 2025, from 10 a.m. 6 p.m. As one of the top outdoor art festivals in the nation, Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park benefits local nonprofits and features something …
ROCO opens its Unchambered Series with ROCO flute duo Brook Ferguson and Rebecca Powell Garfield at the Charles P. Rhinehart Music Auditorium, at Texas Southern University. From the shimmering heights of the piccolo to the rich depths of the bass flute, the duo’s program explores the flute family’s range through a variety of works that include solos and duets, as well as a …
Join Missing Pieces Support Group this October for the Life After Loss 5K & Fun Run, a heartfelt event held in honor of Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. Whether you run, walk, or participate virtually, every step helps raise awareness, honor babies gone too soon, and support families navigating the grief of pregnancy or …
Celebrate 30 years with us! Join us on Saturday, October 18, to mark three decades of instilling passion and excitement for dance. Art supporters, artists, and friends will gather for a night of live performances, food, drinks, and toasts to both our history and our future. Houston MET 30th Anniversary Gala Saturday, October 18 6pm: …
The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a leading nonprofit committed to empowering Houston-area women and girls with the knowledge and confidence to take charge of their health, announces its 15th Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon: Bloom Beyond Limits. The highly anticipated event will be held on Sunday, October 19, 2025, beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the …
ROCO continues its 21st season and Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation In Concert Series with Fragrant Memories, a program steeped in remembrance, resilience, and sonic storytelling, conducted by Artistic Partner Mei-Ann Chen. The concert takes place on Saturday, November 1, 5:00 p.m., at The Church of St. John the Divine. Traversing both spectral and sacred …
Country Sass & Sunday Class: Miss Angela's Country Brunch Be part of something truly special on Sunday, November 2, from 12–3 p.m., at Lott Hall in Hermann Park for The Diana Foundation’s annual Miss Angela’s Country Brunch. This beloved event brings people together for a festive afternoon of BBQ brunch, open bar, live entertainment, and community spirit—all while supporting Tony's …
The Triple A Alliance will be on hand to collect donations for top surgeries for trans masc Houstonians.
Taking place November 6th through the 9th, 2025, Round Top Film Festival was established by Shanna and Skylar Schanen to embody a spirit of creativity, education, and community enrichment through the lens of the film camera. Its purpose is to develop and deliver a program that includes the best films from around the world for a …
Immerse yourself in the festive sights, sounds, and scents of the season at the 45th annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market, taking place November 13–16 at NRG Center. During the four-day holiday shopping extravaganza, shoppers will browse through a curated selection of holiday goods, gourmet treats, stylish apparel, unique jewelry, and one-of-a-kind gifts. More than 270 …
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 …
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
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, …