Team USA faces Türkiye on Thursday, with plenty of watch opportunities around the Houston including the FIFA Fan Zone and Shell Energy Stadium’s Soccer Celebration in EaDo. Photo courtesy of FiIFA World Cup 26 Houston
Updated Friday, June 26, 2026 at 5:15pm
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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 Craig Robinson at Houston Improv | Daily – The actor and comic best known for playing Darryl Philbin on The Office, Hot Tub Time Machine, and more brings the laughs to HTX for 6 shows. $56+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Sugar Land Space Cowboys vs. El Paso Chihuahuas at Constellation Field | Daily – Cheer on the minor league team as they continue their series against West Texas through Sunday. $9+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Ink&Image Exhibition at Archway Gallery | Daily | FREE – Check out a diverse array of original prints created by 7 member printmaker artists and 3 notable guests, part of the larger PrintHouston 2026 celebration, inside the Montrose Gallery. Ends next Thursday. Times vary. Learn more.
HTX Contemporary Dance Fest at The Hobby Center | Thursday & Friday – Join on stage dance classes and meet ups, or catch a pair of dance concerts featuring HCDC, Open Dance Project, Mezclada Dance Company and Black Angels Collective. $40+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Describe the Night at Company On Stage | Friday & Saturday – The epic spy thriller set in Russia and East Germany over 90 years, tracing the stories of seven people connected by history, myth and conspiracy theories. $22. 8pm. Get tickets.
Adidas World Cup Watch Parties at Toga | Friday & Saturday – The Japanese izakaya in River Oaks hosts 4 separate watch events—France vs. Norway, Spain vs. Uruguay, Colombia vs. Portugal, and Argentina vs Jordan. $108 includes light bites, tshirts and shoes; drinks separate. Times vary. Get tickets.
Houston Symphony: Harry Potter & The Order of the Phoenix at Jones Hall | Friday & Saturday – Experience the fifth entry in the epic series about the Boy Who Lived with the full score performed live to picture. $29+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man at The Grand 1894 Opera House | Friday & Saturday – Galveston’s historic theater welcomes the classic musical about a fast-talking, con-loving salesman who transforms an Iowa town with the idea of a boys’ band. $43+. Times vary. Get tickets.
Kicking It at Hermann Park | Friday to Sunday | Ongoing | FREE – Families can get into the World Cup spirit with a mix of activities, food trucks, entertainment, and more. Times vary. Learn more.
The Players Theatre Company: 1776 at The Owen in Conroe | Friday to Sunday | Ongoing – The masterful musical follows America’s founding document, seen through the friendship and feuding of the Founding Fathers. $21+. 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, kids 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.
The Catastrophic Theatre: Tamarie’s Greatest Hits, Volume 3 at MATCH | Daily | 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.
Misery at Alley Theatre | Daily | Last Weekend – 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 25, 2026
National Catfish Day at Ouisie’s Table – Today for lunch only, dine in or grab a catfish sandwich to go, served with slaw, chipotle sauce and house chips. $25. 11am to 4pm. Learn more.
Stout Family Wine Dinner at Brennan’s – Enjoy tasty food paired with exceptional Napa Valley wines at an intimate dinner. $135. 6pm. Get tickets.
Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Got the Moves at Smart Financial Centre – Elmo, Cookie Monsters, Abby Cadabby and friends hit the stage in a fun-filled show including songs like “Sunny Days” and “Letter of the Day.” $35+. 6pm. Get tickets.
NASA Tech Talks: NASA Education Highlights at The Ion | FREE – Learn about educational opportunities for high school, undergrad, and graduate students at NASA, plus partnership opportunities for colleges and universities. 6pm. Learn more.
LGBT+ Story Hour for Adults at Freed-Montrose Library | FREE with RSVP – Meet new people and explore new stories in this season, featuring a short story or book excerpt focused on LGBTQ+ themes or written by LGBTQ+ authors. 6pm. RSVP.
Writers Remix: Material Presence at MFAH | FREE – Hear 4 local poets and writers read original written works inspired by works inside the gallery. Admission is free on Thursdays. 6:30pm. Learn more.
Tai Chi Class at Discovery Green | FREE – All skill levels are welcome at a guided class on restorative movement. 6:30pm. Learn more.
Los Aptos in Concert at White Oak Music Hall – The rising regional Mexican music makers from Fort Wayne, Indiana—known for adding bedroom pop sounds and serving as a pioneer of the “Sad Sierreño” sub-genre—bring their XFin Tour to the upstairs stage. $24+. 7pm. Get tickets.
A Night at the Theater Dinner at Willie G’s Post Oak – Landry’s Houston Chef Series continues with a 5-course curated 1939 film-inspired dinner created by Chef Jayme Ramirez. $135. 7pm. Get tickets.
Park After Dark Thursday at Discovery Green | FREE – The park and playground stay open late, with a night of line dancing with Gretchen “The Legend” Jean, followed by a party with DJ Boom Boom Williams. 7pm to 10pm. Learn more.
Alex Isley in Concert at House of Blues – The R&B singer brings her When the City Sleeps Tour to the Downtown stage. $49+. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Silent Read In at Good on Paper Books | FREE with RSVP – Bring a book you’re reading—or buy one you’ve had your eye on—then settle in and enjoy. 7:30pm. RSVP.
Rose Street Saxophone Room: Reed the Room at MATCH | FREE with RSVP – Student reed players come together for an evening of collaboration and music showcasing oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, and bass clarinet. 7:30pm. RSVP.
An Evening With Three Women & The Truth Concert at The Heights Theater – Grammy-nominated folk singer-songwriter and author Mary Gauthier leads an evening of songs, joined by Jaimee Harris, and Carrie Rodriguez. $38+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Creed Movie Screening at Trebly Park | FREE – Grab a spot outdoors to see a retired Rocky Balboa train and mentor the son of his late friend and former rival Apollo in the 2015 film (PG-13). 8:30pm. Learn more.
World Cup: USA vs. Türkiye Watch Party at William Price Distilling | No Cover – The Garden Oaks distillery hosts a watch event to cheer on Team USA. Team Türkiye fans welcome. Reserved seating available. 9pm. Learn more.
More Great Things to Do All Weekend Long – Some of the biggest things to do in Houston are happening all weekend long. Check out local attractions and destinations and more.
Friday, June 26, 2026
Football Friday at MFAH – Wear any soccer jersey and score half-price admission at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, plus enjoy Friday happy hour, tunes from DJ Issa. Prices vary. 4pm to 9pm. Learn more.
Buffalo Bayou Cruise at Allen’s Landing – Hop aboard a pontoon boat for a leisurely, 45-minute tour of the bayou. $20; $16 ages 4 to 12. 5pm. Get tickets.
Pour Decisions: The Tournament at La Griglia – The Montrose restaurant’s cocktail team goes head-to-head to create drinks inspired by the world’s iconic places. $75. 6pm. Get tickets.
The Bad Guys 2 Movie Screening at Baybrook Mall | FREE – Gather on the lawn for the animated 2025 sequel (PG) about animal criminals joining forces for one last heist. 6pm. Learn more.
Bob Schneider in Concert at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck – Austin’s beloved singer-songwriter returns to the Duck for 2 live shows. $57+. 6pm and 8:30pm. Get tickets.
The Mighty Orq Live Set at Hotel Lucine | FREE – Houston’s award-winning blues and American roots singer-songwriter and guitarist plays Galveston’s beachfront boutique hotel. Free; $42 reserved seating. 6pm to 9pm. Get tickets.
Market Square Cup at Market Square Park | FREE – Catch soccer play along with a live DJ, wellness vendors, food and drink from Petite Lucie, and more. 6pm to 10pm. Learn more.
Family Slide Nights at Typhoon Texas – Enjoy after hours thrills, music, wave pool fun, and more at the Katy waterpark. $30. 6pm to 10pm. Get tickets.
New England Summer Supper Class at Central Market Cooking School – Channel Martha’s vineyard and create a creamy chowder; a summer salad, thin steak, potato salad, and blueberry dessert. $100. 6:30pm. Get tickets.
World Cup: Cabo Verde vs. Saudi Arabia at Houston Stadium in NRG Park – The home of the Texans hosts a match between the African archipelago and the Middle East kingdom. $586+. 7pm. Get tickets.
Arte Puro Arte Puro Flamenco Jazz at MFAH – Explore Andalusian jazz with versions of classic works and modern flamenco in the museum galleries. Included with $24 admission. 7pm. Get tickets.
Hairy Who & The Chicago Imagists Documentary Screening at The Menil Collection | FREE – See how a group of artists transformed Chicago’s cultural landscape with bold, unconventional approaches to their craft. 7pm. Learn more.
The Fab 5 Beatles Tribute Concert at Independence Park | FREE – The Pearland concert series wraps with a summer tribute to the boys from Liverpool. 7pm to 9pm. Learn more.
The Happening XXXVIII at Orange Show World Headquarters | FREE – The Orange Show closes out another month with an all-ages night of performance art, music vendors, food and drinks, and more. 7pm to 10pm. Learn more.
Comedian Pete Correale at GuadalaHarry’s – The comic—with appearances on The Tonight Show, Letterman and Conan—and host of The Pete and Sebastian Show podcast plays Conroe’s comedy stage. $41. 7:30pm. Get tickets.
Mary Jane: The Tom Petty Experience Tribute Concert at Central Green Park | FREE – The Cinco Ranch park hosts a live show for all ages. 7:30pm to 9pm. Learn more.
Rick Ross: Port of Miami 20 at The Hobby Center – The hip hop icon celebrates 20 years of his groundbreaking debut album with a live orchestral performance. $106+. 8pm. Get tickets.
Ole 60 in Concert at 713 Music Hall – The alt-country band out of Kentucky brings their blend of Appalachian storytelling, grunge, southern rock, folk music, and traditional country to HTX. 8pm. $105+. Get tickets.
National Lampoon’s Vacation Movie Screening at Post Houston | FREE with RSVP – Tag along on the Griswolds’ OG cross country holiday road trip on the Skylawn (R). 8pm. RSVP.
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 1 drink. 8pm and 10pm. Get tickets.
’90s Night with The Monicas in Concert in The Bronze Peacock Room at House of Blues – Houston’s popular throwback band plays hits from the decade of grunge, golden age hip hop, boy bands, and more. $15+. 8:30pm. Get tickets.
Friday Night Footgolf at Galveston Island State Park – Get your kicks with some coastal fútbol after dark, with glowing soccer balls and illuminated targets. $5; free ages 12 and under. 8:30pm. Learn more.
Spinall: Cabo Verde vs. Saudi Arabia After-Party at Warehouse Live Midtown – The Nigerian DJ spins into the night, with assists from DJ Oreo and Diesel of Life. $32+. 9pm. Get tickets.
Off Campus Night at White Oak Music Hall – Dress up and dance to alt-pop, ‘80s rock and late-night drive hits from the Amazon TV show based on the popular book series. $24+. 9pm. Get tickets.
Broadway Rave at White Oak Music Hall – Defy gravity at a musical theater dance party featuring showtunes and Broadway classics. $28. 9pm. Get tickets.
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