This Weekend in Houston #032

Fri May 16

Concerts, Comedy and More on Do713 - see list here

Adult Owl Prowl - Enjoy a unique night out in nature! Enjoy some refreshments (light snacks, hot chocolate, coffee, and Saint Arnold Brewing Company beer) while you meet live owl ambassadors. You’ll learn all about these wise and wonderful birds, and then you’ll join our Naturalists for a hike on our nighttime trails. - see more

Stayin’ Alive: The Bee Gees & Beyond - Houston Symphony - May 16, 2025 - May 18, 2025 - Break out your sequins and bellbottoms—we’re celebrating the best of The Bee Gees, and beyond! You should (and will!) be dancing in your seat as world-renowned a cappella sensation Rajaton bring their smooth harmonies to the songs that lit up the disco era. Relive the magic of an unforgettable time in this high-energy concert, led by Principal POPS Conductor Steven Reineke. - see tickets

Houston Dash vs. Portland Thorns at Shell Energy Stadium - Houston’s National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) club, the Houston Dash defend their home pitch from the ladies of Portland, Oregon at Shell Energy Stadium in EaDo. - https://seatgeek.pxf.io/qz0EvY

Incredible India: Arisi — Grains of Rice at Miller Outdoor Theatre - 8:30 pm - The dance production presents episodic vignettes that intersect stages of rice cultivation with gestural rites and rituals in life stages where rice is the principal ingredient in the ceremonies. - see more

Races at Sam Houston Race Park Friday and Saturday - see more

Houston Greek Fest - all weekend - “Houston’s glorious Greek Fest returns this weekend! Kicking off this Thursday, the festival is set to feature three days of dancing, live music, and delicious Greek food. The event will also present a special Santorini market, where visitors can explore a dazzling variety of jewelry, clothing, and other gems. Plus, if you bring three items of canned food, you can attend for FREE!” - see more

Pasadena Strawberry Festival - all weekend - “Expecting around 50,000 attendants, the Pasadena Strawberry is a beloved annual tradition that features a wonderful variety of entertainment for the whole family. On top of live concert performances, the festival will feature a carnival, mud volleyball, mutton bustin’, a barbecue cook-off, as well as an attempt at making the world’s largest strawberry shortcake!” - see more

Pickleball meets luxury at the new Solarium! “From Rex Hospitality and The Kirby Group, Solarium is a high-end sports complex and entertainment venue that features multiple pickelball and panel courts as well as a restaurant, patio, and private spaces housed inside repurposed shipping containers.” - see more

Sat May 17

Asia to the World - Watch as stunning dances from all over Asia come to life in one of the city's favorite venues, Miller Outdoor Theatre. The performance will also present mesmerizing collaborations with Western companies including contemporary modern, jazz, and ballet styles. As always, performances are free! - see more

Slime Making Workshop Hosted by The McClure Twins - May 16, 2025 - May 17, 2025 - Learn to Make Sloomoo Slime with Your Favorite YouTube Influencers, The McClure Twins! Ava and Alexis are coming to Sloomoo Institute Houston for an unforgettable science meets slimey workshop experience! - see more

Sazon Latin Food Market in Houston - Family Friendly at Karbach Brewing Co. - see more

Sports Cards of Houston Northside Show - 9AM – 4PM, FREE ADMISSION!! - see more

Woofstock @ Truck Yard Houston - 2 PM – 6 PM - see event

Neighborhood Community Day - 1 PM – 5 PM - see event

36th Annual Crawfish Boil and Raffle - Saturday at 11 AM – 3 PM - see more

Houston’s newest rooftop bar has opened! “Located along the Buffalo Bayou in East Downtown, Aperitivo is located on the fifth floor of Le Tesserae wedding venue. Here, the Italian-inspired venue offers crafted cocktails, Mediterranean bites, and stunning rooftop views of Downtown, Houston.” - see more

Sun May 18

May 18 - PUPUSA SHOP & LA’S CUMBIATION bring you: FIESTA CUMBIABERA! - see more

Magic for Adults: Houston, TX - Sunday at 7:30 PM - see event

Jazzy Sundays in the Park - 4pm – 7 PM - see event

Crawfish Boil at Home Run Dugout Houston-Katy - Sunday at 12 PM - see more

Camden Park is now open in West Houston! “The 3.5-acre park features a fantastic array of amenities for everyone to enjoy including a 30,000-square-foot lawn space, multi-purpose pavilion, covered rooftop terrace, dog park, games area, and more. The park also features free Wi-Fi.” - see more

Taroko Sports - “The venue features a restaurant, bar, arcade, and deluxe batting cages where players can take a swing at either softballs or baseballs up to 80 mph.” - see more

Apollo Chamber Players in Concert - 2 pm - “Apollo Chamber Players conclude their 2024-25 season, We The People, with Freedom, a live concert performed at Holocaust Museum Houston and at Unity Houston.” - see more