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This Week in Houston #027
Mon April 28 - Sunday May 4
Chris Hume
April 28, 2025
Welcome to a new week in Houston!
All I have to say is, LET’S GO ROCKETS 🚀
Let’s get into it.
Events
Mon April 28
Rockets vs Warriors tonight in game 4! Houston is down 1-2. This is a must win game. Let’s go!
Group Fitness - Find group fitness such as walking, running, workouts, yoga, soccer and more on Sweatpals, everyday of the week - see more
Moores School Percussion Ensemble I Concert: Obscure Sorrows at Moores Opera House - 7:30 pm - see more
Tues April 29
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences free entry to permanent exhibits! Fun for the whole family. 5-8pm - see more
Art Exhibit: World’s Within (through May 18) - see more
Wed April 30
Treasure Island at Miller Outdoor Theatre - 29-30 - see more
Asher: Off the Wall Spring | Summer Collection - (Started April 25 - Ongoing) - “Off the Wall to celebrate the vibrant colors of all craft media! Inspired by the hues of the season, our 2025 Spring | Summer Collection will showcase a fresh variety of jewelry, wearables, ceramics, paper goods, and more, featuring works from a newly curated group of Asher artists, April 25 – July 19.” - see more
Round 58: Free Someone - Ongoing - “Free Someone celebrates Houston artists who have overcome adversity to become renowned for their artwork in public places, using the city’s landscape as their canvas.” - see more
Thurs May 1
April 24 - May 8 - International Film Festival - “Join us from April 24th to May 4th for an unforgettable celebration of independent cinema at the WorldFest Houston International Film Festival.”
Pursuit Center: Bring the Joy Luncheon at Houston Country Club - Special speakers Tanner Smith and Connor Tomlinson from Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum and their moms Lise and Nicci will share their inspiring journeys and perspectives on finding joy while navigating life with autism. - see more
Fri May 2
Fly Dance Company: Oye Como Fly - see more
Ted Nugent at Home Run Dugout - The iconic Ted Nugent at Home Run Dugout in Houston/Katy! Tickets are now available for an unforgettable night in our exclusive Beer Garden Baseball Field setting. - see more
Hamlet - May 2 - 24 - “In this stripped down, modern adaptation from Off-Broadway theatre company BEDLAM, 4 actors take on over 30 roles as they offer a fast-paced, intimate reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic masterpiece.” see more
Revolution Dance Competition at NRG Park - see more
Three One Act Plays - Vincent Victoria Presents takes you on an artistic and historical adventure through the African American Experience that guarantees an emotional resonance with a captivating performance. - see more
Sat May 3
Cinco de Mayo Parade - 10 am - see more
The Jury Experience - “Step into the heart of a high-stakes trial with The Jury Experience in Houston. In this live theatre show, you are the jury—the power to deliver justice is entirely in your hands.” - see more
Houston Roughnecks vs. Memphis Showboats - May 3
Soul Flower Music Fest - see more
Brenner’s Wine Fest - see more
OZ Escape Experience - “Embark on a magical outdoor adventure with The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch in Houston! Solve puzzles, follow clues, and explore the streets of Houston in this self-guided escape game inspired by The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” - see more
🐎 Kentucky Derby is today!
Kentucky Derby Watch Party at Heights Bier Garten - 6 pm - see more
Kentucky Derby at Julep Bar - see more
B’s Wine Bar Derby Party - see more
Derby Fest at Sam Houston Race Park - “The ultimate Kentucky Derby experience at the Showgrounds on May 3rd, 2025, held in the infield of Sam Houston Race Park. This will be Houston's largest and most exciting Derby celebration, offering a day filled with live music, DJs, and an electrifying atmosphere, all complemented by jumbo screens to catch every moment of the race action.” - see more
May the 4th Be With You (Sunday)
Star Wars Day at Home Run Dugout - “Calling all Star Wars fans across the Houston galaxy... Join us at Home Run Dugout for Star Wars Day! We'll have prizes for trivia and costume contest winners, and make sure to take advantage of our drink specials while watching the movies on the big screen” - see more
Professional Playground: CINCO DE MAYO BRUNCH & Day Party (Chapman & Kirby) - 11:30 am - see more
Family Fun Day & Free Crawfish @ Jones Rd Food Truck Park (11702 Jones Rd) - see more
Things to look forward to in May
🚨 Mother’s Day 🚨 - May 11 - Looking for ideas? Check out a Houston favorite.
Cinco De Mayo - May 5 (obviously)
HMNS Summer Camp - register your kids! See details.
Katy Perry - May 7
Candlelight: Tribute to the Beatles - May 23
😬 Do you know Houston!?
When was Houston officially founded? |
🏀 Sports
Rockets down 1-2 in the playoffs. They play tonight (Monday!).
Have you seen the new Astros jersey’s? I’m a little late to the news but I’m a huge fan. See here.
Texans - See a review on the NFL Draft here.
Houston in the News
🛝 New park in Houston: Camden Park
“Camden is much more than a standard park, and serves a community purpose closer to a space like Discovery Green. It does have ample playground aspects, including a water feature children can interact with, swings, tunnels, and a giant climbable hummingbird.” - read more
💰 Houston's Economy Remains Resilient Amid Tariff Challenges
Despite national economic uncertainties and ongoing tariff tensions, Houston's economy is projected to grow steadily in 2025. A report by Empowering American Cities forecasts a 2.2% GDP growth for Houston, placing it 15th among the top 50 U.S. cities and above the national average of 1.9%. Factors contributing to this resilience include Texas' favorable business climate, significant domestic in-migration, and the relocation of Fortune 500 company headquarters to the region.
🍔 Trill Burgers Expands with Second Location in Spring
Trill Burgers, the popular burger joint launched by rapper Bun B, opened its second location in Spring, Texas, on April 25, 2025. The new spot, located on Louetta Road, features the same beloved menu as its Montrose predecessor, including smashburgers and fries, and introduces a new item, Trill Lemonade. The opening attracted long lines of fans eager to try the offerings.
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🥳 Segundo Barrio Block Party Celebrates Houston's East End Culture
Over a thousand residents participated in the fifth Segundo Barrio Block Party in Houston’s East End. Organized by the Divine Art Coalition, the event featured vibrant displays of Houston culture, including candy-painted slab cars, live hip-hop music, and artists creating murals. Notable attendees included rapper Big Slim (formerly Slim Thug) and District I City Councilmember Joaquín Martínez.
🚌 Houston Metro Launches Direct Bus Service to Bush Airport
Houston Metro introduced Route 500 IAH Downtown Direct, a new nonstop bus service connecting downtown Houston to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. This marks the first direct public transit option between these points in over ten years. The service operates daily from 5:30 AM to 8 PM with 30-minute intervals and costs $4.50 each way. City officials believe the new route enhances global accessibility and streamlines the travel experience for visitors and convention attendees.
Weather
Man, looking real gray out there this week. Fun.
That’s it for today! See you Thursday for our mid week update.
Let’s have a great week.
Cheers!
Chris