This Week in Houston #038

Mon Jun 9 - Sun Jun 15

Welcome to another week in Houston! I hope your weekend has been great. We have a full week of rain ahead of us and Father’s Day on Sunday! Get him a hat he’ll love or really love.

Alright let’s get into it.

Events

Mon Jun 9

Dexter's Laughatory: Stand Up Comedy Showcase Monday, June 9 · 8 - 10pm CDT. Doors at 7pm - see tickets

The President's Conspiracy - This is a role-playing outdoor exploration game that combines the challenge of an outdoor escape room, the excitement of a scavenger hunt, and the suspense of a conspiracy mystery! You will play by yourself (alone or with your friends), guided by the Questo mobile app on your smartphone. - see fun

Tue Jun 10

Houston Astros at Daikin Park - June 10 - 14

Wed Jun 11

Write About Now Poetry Open Mic Night ft. King Luche Write About Now is the preferred destination of poetry for thousands of individuals living in Houston and beyond each year. Our poetry events have become a bucket list visit for poetry lovers who drive and fly from across the country to attend our shows every single week. - see more

Ode To Frank Sinatra - Join us for a night of smooth tunes and classic vibes as we celebrate the legendary Frank Sinatra in style! - see more

Speed Puzzling at Benny Thunders in Houston, TX Speed puzzling, prizes, & pints. Teams of up to four people race to put a one of a kind jigsaw puzzle the fastest for prizes & puzzle glory! - see more

Thu Jun 12

The Wiggles: Bouncing Balls! Tour | Thursday, June 12 at 6:00 PM | Join The Wiggles for a fun-filled family show! Doors open at 5PM. All ages welcome. Strict 6-ticket limit per account applies. A delightful musical evening for the little ones and their grown-ups. - event

Movies on The Lawn: Inside Out 2 | Thursday, June 12 at 7:00 PM | Enjoy a free outdoor screening of Inside Out 2. Bring a blanket or sit on a restaurant patio. Family-friendly vibes, giveaways, and summer night magic await. Starts at 7PM sharp—don’t be late! - movie

Fri Jun 13

Miller Outdoor Theatre Juneteenth Celebration - see more

AfroSocaLove: Houston One Love Festival (Feat Maga Stories ) Meet us at the Afro Soca Love: One Love Festival! Grab your early bird passes now! We're coming back with more small businesses, food, good energy and music. - see more

Sat Jun 14

Dukes and Boots Mimosa Festival - see more

Metallica, Pantera, and Suicidal Tendencies - see more

Wu Tang Clan, Run The Jewels - see concert

Hip-Hop Orchestra at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Saturday, June 14 at 8:00 PM (approx.) | Miller Outdoor Theatre, Houston | Experience hip-hop like never before with Thee Phantom & the Illharmonic Orchestra! Blending classical instruments with rap, soul, and turntablism. Free family-friendly concert with a vibrant energy. - see event

Montgomery County Food Bank’s annual Outrun Hunger - This community-wide celebration features a timed 5K Trail Run/Walk and a 1K Color Dash, all in support of our neighbors in need. Proceeds benefit Montgomery County Food Bank’s critical programs that serve children, seniors, and families facing hunger right here in Montgomery County. Bring the whole family and enjoy summer fun for all ages at the Party Pavilion, where you’ll find live music, food trucks, photo ops, kids zone, and so much more! - see event

Dinos and Donuts Day is happening at The Woodlands Children’s Museum - Celebrate Father’s Day and National Dinosaur Day with DIY photo opportunities in their dinosaur sculpture ‘park.’ Performances by Juicebox Jukebox and Woodlands Syymphony Orchestra’s Percussion Ensemble. - see more

Bedrock City Mini Comic Con! | Saturday, June 14 from 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Bedrock City (assumed), Houston | Mini Comic Con returns with over 50 vendors, comic guests, cosplay, and free entry! Celebrate your favorite fandoms and meet fellow comic lovers at this fun-packed Saturday event. - see event

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW with The Royal Mystic Order of CHAOS | Saturday, June 14 at time not listed | River Oaks Theatre (assumed), Houston | Watch a shadowcast performance of the cult classic. Live cast, dancing, and chaos! Guests must be 17+. A wild, interactive night of glam rock, laughter, and theatrical mayhem. Tickets $25.

Tokyo X 2025 / Houston, TX Houston's Biggest Japanese indoor Japanese Festival with over 400 vendors, including food, cosplay, car show, dance competion, live concert - see more

Sun Jun 15

Juneteenth Culturefest! Day 3 | Sunday, June 15 from 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Avenida Houston & Discovery Green | Celebrate Juneteenth with live music, food trucks, unique vendors, and a powerful community vibe. Free admission. A vibrant tribute to freedom and Black culture in downtown Houston. - see event

Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Father's Day | Sunday, June 15 (various times) | 1019 Commerce Street, Houston, TX | Enjoy a 45-minute scenic boat tour with dad this Father's Day. Relax, explore nature, and glide past Houston’s skyline on Buffalo Bayou. Reservations required. Children under 4 not allowed. - see more

CHAPMAN SUNDAYS: THE NATION'S #1 SUNDAY FUNDAY at CHAPMAN & KIRBY The Nation's #1 Sunday Funday Destination. Vibe with beautiful people, industry insiders, celebs and entertainers in a high-energy and fun atmosphere. - see event

Ongoing Community Events in Houston

Looking for community workouts? Checkout Sweatpals! They have meet ups all throughout Houston. See here.

Looking to get in an adult sports league? Checkout Sportskind. They have everything from basketball to cornhole to pickleball and more.

👀 Things to look forward to later in June

Monday, June 16 - Shakira – Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour | Global pop icon Shakira returns to Houston! Expect high-energy performances, dance anthems, and empowering music from her latest tour. Tickets go on sale Dec 13, 2024. - see event

Tuesday, June 17 at 8:00 PM - Coco Jones: Why Not More? Tour - Don’t miss rising R&B star Coco Jones on her “Why Not More?” tour. An all-ages show featuring soulful vocals, fresh hits, and empowering energy. A night to remember!

June 21 - Brewsology - see more

Jun 29 - Beyonce at NRG - see more

⚾️ Houston Sports

💫 Astros 

“Astros score pair of 2-out runs in 10th for gritty win vs. Guardians… The American League West-leading Astros (36-28) improved to a season-best eight games over .500 with their 10th win in their past 13 games. They’re 3-0 in extra innings.” - read more

Astros play at home all this week - see times and tickets

🏈 Texans 

“HOUSTON -- Four-time Pro Bowl running back Nick Chubb is expected to sign a one-year deal with the Houston Texans on Monday, sources told ESPN.” - see more

“Texans' C.J. Gardner-Johnson feels 'highly disrespected' by Eagles trading him "People say, 'He's a hazard, he's this, he's that.' I never been no hazard, bro. They got no real issues on me. That black ball ain't going to work on me, because I got me a ring. I got me one. I got three more championships in me. I'm probably going to win the next three. I'm going to get me another Super Bowl this year. Just watch." - Maybe the Texans will win one just for him this year. - read more

🚀 Rockets

“According to a recent article from Bleacher Report, the Houston Rockets are a team many expect to make a trade ahead of the NBA Draft.” - see article

“Six Rockets make The Ringer’s Top 100 NBA Players” - see who

📰 Houston in the News

☀️ Intense Summer Heat Forecasted After Hot May

Houston experienced unusually high temperatures in May, with averages 2.5°F higher for highs and 4°F higher for lows than normal. The National Weather Service predicts a 50%-60% chance of a hotter-than-normal summer, with mid- to upper-90s temperatures expected this weekend. Climate change and urban heat islands contribute to this warming trend, raising health concerns for vulnerable groups. (axios.com)

🎉 Houston's Juneteenth Urban Takeover 2025 Announced

The 4th Annual Houston Juneteenth Urban Takeover Weekend is scheduled for June 20-22, 2025. Organized by Chicago's Top Tier Promoters, the event will feature multiple parties, pool events, brunches, live DJs, and special guest hosts across various venues in Houston. (eventbrite.com)

🌉 'Be Someone' bridge is back

“Yes, the 'Be Someone' bridge is back to its normal messaging Some painters got rid of the cryptocurrency stuff in a late night job.” - see article

☔️ Weather

Rain! I woke up to my boy yelling for mom because of the thunderstorm. So that’s fun.

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That’s it for today! See you Thursday for our mid-week update.

Let’s have a great week.

Cheers!
Chris