This Weekend in Houston #020

Events

Welcome to your Thursday update. I put all the events from the newsletter on Sunday here so you don’t have to flip back and forth. There are some new events that have been added so check out the list below.

And don’t forget to check out the surprise at the bottom!

Thursday April 3

Tastemaker Awards - “If you love food and drink, you won't want to miss this sell-out event featuring Houston's top culinary talent.”

The Frozen Section (a comedy on aisle 9) - multiple times and days - A comedic play performed by Catastrophic Theatre at MATCH.​ - see more

Friday April 4

April 4-6 - Foodieland Festival - “FoodieLand is a foodie inspired multi-cultural food and entertainment event taking place at NRG Park. With over 250+ vendors, we’re bringing you a variety of amazing foods, games, and entertainment for the whole family. Hope to see you there!”

Funny Marco (Thurs - Sat) - Stand-up comedy show featuring comedian Funny Marco at Punch Line Houston - more info

Memoriam - 7:30 pm - A thought-provoking play performed at Main Street Theater - Rice Village.​

Happy Hour at the Rink - 5-7pm - “Rally your crew to celebrate the start of the weekend. Roller skating makes for the happiest Friday nights. Arrive anytime between 5 and 7 pm and receive happy hour pricing: $2 off admission.” - see more

Saturday April 5

Camp Gladiator workout at Homerun Dugout - 10 am - “Join us for a FREE workout organized by Camp Gladiator, right here on our wiffle ball field!” - see more

Moonwalkers with Tom Hanks at the Space Center (multiple times) - “Actor Tom Hanks narrates an epic experience that offers a unique new perspective on humankind’s past and future voyages to the moon in The Moonwalkers: A Journey with Tom Hanks, an immersive experience from Lightroom. Space Center Houston’s newly renovated Space Center Theater enhances the viewing experience, recreating the original production.” - see more

Houston Dynamo FC vs. Los Angeles FC - 7:30 pm - Shell Energy Stadium - see more

Houston Zydeco Fest - 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM​ - Emancipation Park, 3018 Emancipation Ave, Houston, TX​ - A vibrant celebration of Zydeco music featuring live performances, food vendors, games, and contests - see more

First Saturday Arts Market - 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM​ - An outdoor market featuring paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry, and other artistic media, along with live music and food trucks.​ See more

Sunday April 6

12th Annual Houston Barbecue Festival - “30+ of Houston's best barbecue joints, all in one place, at one time, for one price.”

Jazzy Sunday at Discovery Green - “Three Houston parks are teaming up to celebrate the Houston musicians who keep the tradition of jazz alive and bopping.” - read more

The Great Elephant Migration at Hermann Park - (multiple times) - Experience a captivating public art installation featuring 100 life-size Indian elephant sculptures displayed throughout Hermann Park.​ - see more

Joy Fest at Jubilee - 12 - 4 pm - A family-friendly festival featuring live music, food trucks, and activities for all ages - see more

We are making a shirt and need your help!

In partnership with Only H-Town we are creating a shirt just for the Locals. But we need your help.

The shirt will have a male and female version so they fit correctly. Both are lightweight and perfect for summer. Shirts will be priced around $28 plus shipping.

How to vote? Just click one of the words below! That’s it. If enough people vote we will make them!

That’s it for today! We will see you Sunday.

Cheers!
Chris