10 Things to do in Houston this weekend of May 17 Including Pasadena Strawberry Festival, Houston Greek Fest, & more!

10 Things to do in Houston this weekend of May 17 Including Pasadena Strawberry Festival, Houston Greek Fest, & more!

Our top picks for Things to do in Houston this weekend of May 17.

• Friday: 51st Annual Pasadena Strawberry Festival and 25th Houston Greek Fest
• Saturday: 5th Annual Flamingo Fest Golf Cart Parade and Pub Crawl and Sakura Festival
• Sunday: Rumble in the Village 2024

Get the detailed list below! 

Editor’s Note: Our staff works hard to bring you the most up-to-date information. However, all information is subject to change! As always, please verify with the organizer before heading out! 

Things to do in Houston this Weekend – Friday

Party on the Plaza at Avenida Houston

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Party on the Plaza is back! Celebrate spring with free live music and entertainment. In addition to live music, attendees can also share their moves on a cool dance floor lit with festive lighting throughout the plaza. 

 

When: Friday, May 17, 2024, 7 pm – 9:30 pm

Where: Avenida Houston, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX 77010

How Much: Free

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25th Houston Greek Fest

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Celebrate the vibrant Greek culture at the 25th Houston Greek Fest! Here, guests can dig into Greek foods and pastries, try their feet at traditonal Greek dancing, shop from local vendors, and have plenty of fun.

 

When: Friday, May 17, 2024, 11 am – 10 pm

Where: St. Basil The Great Greek Orthodox Church, 1100 Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077

How Much: $10 | Free for kids aged 10 and under

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51st Annual Pasadena Strawberry Festival

Image credit: The Pasadena Strawberry Festival

Enjoy strawberry season at the Pasadena Strawberry Festival! The weekend will feature carnival rides, barbecue, a car show, mutton bustin’, a kids zone, and, of course, plenty of strawberries.

 

When: Friday, May 17, 2024, 3 pm – 11:30 pm

Where: Pasadena Convention Center and Municipal Fairgrounds, 7902 Fairmont Pkwy, Pasadena, TX 77507

How Much: $15 | $5 for ages 6 – 10 | Free for ages 5 and under

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American Quarter Horse Races

Houston’s Best Bet is coming back to Sam Houston Race Park this weekend featuring American quarter horse racing. There will be $4 24-oz beers and $2 glasses of wine. The first race starts at 6:30 pm.

 

When: Friday, May 17, 2024, 6:30 pm

Where: Sam Houston Race Park, 7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy W Gate 3, Houston, TX 77064

How Much: $5 | Free for kids aged 5 and under

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Chocolate and Art Show Houston

Get to enjoy plenty of delectable chocolate treats at the Chocolate and Art Show Houston! Aside from that, there will be live performances by bands, art, and exclusive VIP opportunities.

 

When: Friday, May 17, 2024, 7 pm

Where: Garage HTX, 1201 Oliver St #106, Houston, TX 77007

How Much: Starts at $15

Things to do in Houston this Weekend – Saturday

Reptilian Nation Expo

 

When: Saturday, May 18, 2024, 9 am – 6 pm

Where: NRG Park, NRG Center, 1 NRG Pkwy, Houston, TX 77054

How Much: $10 – $20

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2nd Annual Salsa de Mayo

Help find the best salsa in Second Ward at the 2nd Annual Salsa de Mayo festival! Sample all the salsas at the event and vote for your favorite alongside a panel of celebrity judges. The event will be kicked off by a bike ride through the points of interest in the East End celebrating the flavors of the neighborhood.

 

When: Saturday, May 18, 2024, 10 am – 3 pm

Where: 5715 Canal St, Houston, TX 77011

How Much: Free

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5th Annual Flamingo Fest Golf Cart Parade and Pub Crawl

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Galveston’s Postoffice District will be hosting its fifth annual Flamingo Fest Golf Cart Parade and Pub Crawl this weekend! Witness pink-decorated golf carts, scooters, and bicycles fill the streets. Prizes will be given to the best decorated vehicles and best costumes. 

 

When: Saturday, May 18, 2024, 12 pm – 6 pm

Where: Postoffice District, 2200 Postoffice St, Galveston, TX 77550

How Much: Free | $15 for the pub crawl

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Sakura Festival

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Enjoy the vibrant sights and sounds of Asian culture at the Sakura Festival! Browse over 120+ vendors offering food and products, try various foods from around the world, and jon games and entertainment options for all ages. 

 

When: Saturday, May 18, 2024, 12 pm – 9 pm

Where: 555 Almeda Mall, Houston, TX 77034

How Much: Free

Things to Do in Houston This Weekend – Sunday

There’s always a lot to do in Houston, especially on the weekends. And so, if you find yourself searching for ‘things to do this weekend near me’ or ‘Houston events this weekend’ or ‘what to do in Houston this weekend’ we have you covered! Whether you are looking for ‘things to do in Houston this weekend for couples’ or ‘black events in Houston’, you will surely find something you like on our list!

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