The FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Fest Houston in EaDo is popping with massive watch parties daily, weather permitting, with massive watch parties, activities, and more. | Photo courtesy of FiIFA World Cup 26 Houston
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Events listed in chronological order, by start date and time and then by end date and time. The are not ranked. Festivals, shows and events that span multiple days are listed first in our All Weekend Long section.
All Weekend Long
Comedian Nate Bargatze at Toyota Center | Thursday & Friday – “The Nicest Man in Stand-Up” plays the Downtown arena in 2 back-to-back nights on his Big Dumb Eyes World Tour. $39+. 7pm both nights. Get tickets.
Fade to Black Festival at MATCH | Thursday to Sunday – Celebrating new works by African American playwrights, the festival showcases short plays tackling contemporary subjects with fresh voices. $25+. Times vary. Get tickets.
The Catastrophic Theatre: Tamarie’s Greatest Hits, Volume 3 at MATCH | Opens Thursday | Ongoing – A Houston institution with a cult following, Tamarie Cooper returns with another installment of her wholly original, full-scale summer musicals. Pay What You Can. Times vary. Get tickets.
161st Juneteenth Weekend Celebrations, Parades & Events in Galveston & Houston | Daily | Ongoing | Many FREE – Get the Juneteenth spirit moving in advance of the official big day next Friday with parties, festivals, and retrospectives. Prices, places and times vary. Learn more.
Summer Expo 2026 at Precision Camera & Video | Friday & Saturday | FREE – The Woodlands photography destination hosts 2 days of big savings on top brand cameras and gear, free camera workshops, giveaways, and more. Times vary. RSVP for classes or learn more.
Comedian Angelo Colina (en Espanol) at Punch Line Houston | Friday & Saturday – The Spanish-language comic plays 4 shows on Downtown’s dedicated comedy stage. $43+. Times vary. Get tickets.
The Conjurer: An Intimate Magical Experience with Master Magician Curt Miller in Pearland | Friday & Saturday – The family-friendly musician brings his close-up magic, clean comedy, and interactive theatrical show to Hilton Garden Inn Houston-Pearland. $45. Times vary. Get tickets.
Father’s Day Weekend in Greater Houston | Friday to Sunday – Find fun ways to celebrate dads at tastings, concerts, pop-ups, and more around the metro. Places, prices and times vary. Learn more.
Houston Astros vs. Cleveland Guardians at Daikin Park | Friday to Sunday – The ‘stros battle the boys from Ohio in a 3-game series. $27+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Riverdance 30: The New Generation at Jones Hall | Friday to Sunday – Now in its 30th year, the Irish troupe returns with new costumes, choreography and thrilling precision footwork. $49+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Comedian Tommy Davidson at Houston Improv | Friday to Sunday – One of the stars of Fox’s In Living Color in the ‘90s, the comic, singer, and performer brings the laughs to Spring Branch.$38+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Garage Sale at Houston Toy Museum | Saturday & Sunday – The Heights museum makes room for some of its latest acquisitions with a 2-day sale of classic and iconic pop-culture toys and brands. $6 includes museum admission. 10am to 6pm both days. Get tickets.
Get Ready at The Ensemble Theatre | Opens Saturday | Ongoing – Follow the careers of a Black band as music shifts from 1950’s doo-wop into what is mainstream pop, rhythm, and blues in this stage musical. $35. Times vary. Get tickets.
FIFA Fan Festival Houston in EaDo | Daily | Ongoing | FREE – The 34-day World Cup celebration takes over EaDo near the Soccer Celebration at Shell Energy Stadium—with live match screenings on giant screens, concerts, food vendors and interactive soccer activations. Times vary. Learn more.
Soccer Celebration at Shell Energy Stadium | Daily | Ongoing | FREE with RSVP – Catch live match screenings at Houston’s home of soccer, and the official live viewing location for both Mexico and US teams—plus activities, pop-ups, kidss fun, and more. Stadium entrance and free game tickets must be reserved in advance for ages 18+. Times vary. RSVP.
Drunk Pirates at Emerald Theatre | Daily | Ongoing – Five actors take on Captain Flint’s hunt for lost treasure, after 1 of them tosses back 5 shots of rum. High seas hi-jinks ensue $49+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Misery at Alley Theatre | Daily | Ongoing – Catch a thrilling adaption of Stephen King’s novel about an author who finds himself stuck in the home of a devoted fan. Things go from bad to worse when she discovers he’s about to kill off her favorite character. $36+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Stages: Spamilton: An American Parody with 21 Chump Street The Musical at The Gordy | Daily | Ongoing – Extended by popular demand, the show offers a hilarious send-up of Hamilton, paired with Lin Manuel Miranda’s rarely performed mini musical about the war on drugs. $29+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Your Arms Are My Cocoon in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The experimental screamo project with bedroom pop influences from Chicago plays the downstairs stage. $28+. 5pm. Get tickets.
Explore Asia Family Fun Nights: Game Mania at Asia Society Texas Center | FREE with RSVP – Families can enjoy an evening of game exploration with anime-themed board games, crafts, and snacks. 5pm to 7pm. RSVP.
Juneteenth: Voices of Freedom at The Bryan Museum – Galveston’s Texas history museum presents a lineup of renowned artists from the island and Houston area in a program of spoken word, music, and community. $15+. 6pm. Get tickets.
Juneteenth: Black Freedom with Author Blair LM Kelley at Kindred Stories – Celebrate the release of Black Freedom: A Visual History of Juneteenth and Emancipation Days with author Blair LM Kelley at the Third Ward bookstore. $5. 7pm. Get tickets.
Summer Expo Keynote Talk with Hopper Stone at Precision Camera & Video – The Hollywood still photographer kicks off big photo Summer Expo with a talk about visual storytelling in The Woodlands. $5. 6pm. Get tickets.
Katy Pride’s Third Birthday Party at Home Run Dugout | FREE with RSVP – Katy Pride turns 3 and celebrates with food, drinks, music, raffles, and more. Donations suggested. Free tickets are required. 6pm. Get tickets.
Blanket Bingo at Market Square Park – Grab your lawn chairs, blankets and daubers as the Downtown park hosts this evening of fun for all ages. $10. 6pm to 9pm. Learn more.
Kali Uchis in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion – The R&B, neo-soul, and Latin pop star plays The Woodlands stage. $55+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Salsa y Bachata Night at Post Houston | FREE with RSVP – Join a night of Latin dance lessons, social dancing, and tasty drinks. 7pm to 10pm. RSVP.
Khalid in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The international producer and sensation plays the music hall inside Post Houston on his It’s Always Summer Somewhere Tour. $66+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Comedian Daphnique Springs at Houston Improv – The Florida-born, L.A.-based actress, writer, and comedian takes to the Improv stage to kick off the weekend. $25+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Bossa Nova Under the Stars Concert at Marriott Marquis Houston – Groove to hits like Sérgio Mendes’ “Mas Que Nada”, Antonio Carlos Jobim’s “Corcovado” and “Desafinado” and more in a jazzy Brazilian style. Hang out after the show to enjoy the vibes. $45. 8pm. Get tickets.
Kevin Morby in Concert at The Heights Theater – The indie and folk rocker out of Lubbock plays the Heights stage, joined by Liam Kazar. $40+. 8pm. Get tickets.
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Juneteenth, Friday, June 19, 2026
Crayola Imagine Arts Academy & Parachute Playtime at CityCentre | FREE – Kids can get creative as Crayola brings fun crafts for all ages on the plaza. 9am to 11am. Learn more.
Rhythms of Liberation: Celebrating the Afro-Mexican Roots of Juneteenth at Post Houston | FREE with RSVP – The interactive art workshop explores the connections between Afro-Mexican, Black, Indigenous, and Mexican cultures and histories through hands-on artmaking, music, and storytelling. 3pm. RSVP.
Juneteenth on Almeda in Third Ward – The Almeda Corridor in the Third Ward Cultural District kicks back with great food, music, and vibes in a street-wide celebration to honor the important date in a family friendly festival. 3pm to 8pm. Learn more.
Juneteenth: The Reunion 2026 at Emancipation Park | FREE – Experience a dynamic day of live entertainment featuring performances from Robert Glasper, Scarface, Brian Courtney Wilson, and more at the historic Emancipation Park. 4pm to 10pm. Learn more.
Juneteenth Fish Fry at Kamp Houston – Belly up for fried fish plates, Southern sides and a high-energy DJ lineup playing hip-hop, R&B and Afrobeats. 4pm to 10pm; no cover until 7pm. $5+. Get tickets.
2nd Annual Juneteenth Block Party at Saint Arnold Brewing Company | FREE – Show up for a free community celebration packed with live performances, food and drink from Black-owned vendors, a shopping marketplace, inflatables, family-friendly fun, and more. 5:30pm to 10pm. Learn more.
Market Square Cup at Market Square Park | FREE – Catch soccer play along with a live D, wellness vendors, food and drink from Petite Lucie, and more. 6pm to 10pm. Learn more.
Thievery Corporation in Concert at House of Blues – The electronic duo brings their dub, acid jazz, reggae, Indian classical, Middle Eastern music, hip hop, electronica, and Brazilian music to Downtown. $59+. 7pm. Get tickets.
The Short & Sweet Speakeasy: A Sexy Burlesque Show at AvantGarden – Take in a live 90-minute burlesque show with local talents in elaborate costumes and high production quality in Montrose. $35 includes your first drink. 8pm and 10pm. Get tickets.
Juneteenth Culture Fest: Maze & Chanté Moore in Concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre | FREE – Miller reopens with new grounds with a soul-stirring celebration of freedom, culture, and music blending gospel, blues, R&B, neo-soul and funk in live performances by the legendary Maze “The Music is Forever” and Chanté Moore. 8:15pm. Learn more.
Gimme Gimme Disco at White Oak Music Hall – The ABBA-inspired touring disco dance party returns to WOMH’s upstairs stage. $27+. 9pm. Get tickets.
John PayCheck & A Different Generation of Country in Concert at Continental Club – The son of country music legend Johnny Paycheck brings his traditional honky tonk, two-steppin’ dance party to Midtown. $15+. 9pm. Get tickets.
Oliver Heldens DJ Set at Warehouse Live Midtown – The Dutch DJ from Rotterdam spins future house into the night. $30+. 10pm to 2am. Get tickets.
DJ Night: Tom Enzy at Art Club in Post Houston – The Portuguese DJ brings his mix of tribal house, Afro, Latin house, Brazilian funk, and urban vibes to Downtown. $24+. 10pm to 3am. Get tickets.
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