November 2026 Events in Houston for Adults: Fall Festivals and Holiday Kickoffs

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November in Houston and Galveston ushers in a vibrant month of events, and I can’t wait to get my fall spirit on and fully embrace November with these events.

My guide highlights some of the best events happening throughout November, from new shows to look forward to to lively festivals and markets. Whether you’re looking to celebrate local heritage, find a unique art piece, or enjoy a joyous night out, you’ll find plenty to do on the calendar.

This month’s highlights include the Texas Renaissance Festival, Jonas Brothers in Concert, and more!

This monthly roundup is grouped by date range, with quick summaries to help you scan and plan.

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Editor’s Note: We work hard to provide the most up-to-date information. However, all information is subject to change! As always, please verify with the organizer before heading out!

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In case you are wondering about the choice of listings in this article, here is how we make our recommendations.

Also check out our articles on Date Night Ideas Houston, Best Rooftop Bars in Houston, Sports Bars in Houston, and Free Things to Do in Houston at Night.

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Events in Houston for Adults – November 6 – 8, 2026

Houston Pumpkin Festival – Celebrate fall in downtown Houston as Discovery Green transforms into a festive farmland filled with pumpkins, rides, and photo ops. Explore colorful pumpkin and gourd displays, ride the carousel and boats, race down the 30-foot slide, bounce on the Jumpkin’ Pumpkin, and more.

Maná: Vivir Sin Aire Tour – Catch iconic Mexican rock band MANÁ for the Vivir Sin Aire Tour.

Nikki Glaser: The Stunning Tour – See Emmy®, Grammy®, and Golden Globe®-nominated comedian Nikki Glaser bring her shockingly honest, no-holds-barred comedy to the stage after nearly two decades of sold-out tours and three hit podcasts.

Uhuru – Follow an unlikely group on a “Tanzanian-only” ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro as a Tanzanian-American tourist, two missionaries, and their guide head toward the “Roof of Africa.”

Doja Cat: Tour Ma Vie World Tour – Catch GRAMMY® Award-winning global superstar Doja Cat as she brings her Tour Ma Vie World Tour to Houston.

2026 Houston AfriFEST – Celebrate African food, music, and traditions at the 13th annual Houston AfriFEST, featuring everything from Soukous beats to African Market crafts.

8th Annual Bayou City Duck Race – Head to Bayou Park at East River to watch 6,000 rubber ducks race along Buffalo Bayou, with the first 10 ducks earning quacktacular prizes and more Lucky Ducks selected at random.

All-Stars Car Show – Explore world-class hypercars, headline builds, immersive brand activations, and nonstop live energy across the field, concourse, Diamond Lots, and surrounding streets while supporting the Astros Foundation at the All-Stars Car Show.

Carlisle Floyd’s Susannah – Experience Carlisle Floyd’s deeply American masterpiece Susannah, which launches HGO’s 2026–27 season and continues its centenary celebration of the opera icon.

Drunk Dracula – Watch Transylvania’s thirstiest bachelor come to life in this boozy, pop culture-infused retelling, where one cast member takes five shots before the show and leads the ensemble through an increasingly unpredictable performance.

Live at the Founder’s Club: The Devil I Knew with Nicole Zuraitis – Spend an intimate evening with Grammy-winning vocalist, pianist, and songwriter Nicole Zuraitis as she brings bold contemporary jazz and storytelling to the Founders Club through The Devil I Knew.

Why You Like It: Decoding Musical Taste – Live Experience – Explore the hidden forces behind your musical preferences in this immersive concert-lecture led by composer, musicologist, author, and Music Genome Project architect Dr. Nolan Gasser. The experience combines live performance, storytelling, neuroscience, psychology, culture, and Gasser’s virtuoso band, The Mighty Mighty.

Houston Scream Fest – Go beyond the haunted house at Houston Scream Fest, a month-long festival featuring Sanitarium, Castle of Doom, Casa de la Llorona, and The Graveyard.

Breakthrough T1D Walk – Join thousands of supporters and volunteers at the Breakthrough T1D Walk to help transform the future for people with type 1 diabetes. Walk through the park along the Breakthrough Mile of Hope, a mile-long path lined with signs honoring members of the T1D community.

Houston Tidelanders presents 80th Anniversary Show – Celebrate 80 years of harmony, history, and entertainment with the Houston Tidelanders, featuring Gold Medal Champion Quartets Three and a Half Men and The Ladies alongside performances of championship-associated songs.

Katy Sip N Stroll – Light up the night at the 32nd Katy Sip N Stroll with the “Let’s Glow!” theme, featuring wines, craft beverages, cuisine, live entertainment, artisan vendors, and interactive experiences.

Lone Star Rally – Head to The Strand, Pier 21, or Beach Central Park for a lively rally packed with custom bikes, tricked-out cars, food trucks, vendor booths, rally gear, and live music.

ABNC Annual Fall Festival – Bring the whole family to ABNC’s annual Fall Festival for children’s games and crafts, handmade toys and gifts, wagon rides, candle making, butter making, pie eating, blacksmithing, rope making, baked goods, and more.

Jonas Brothers in Concert – Catch the Jonas Brothers at Toyota Center as they bring The Burning Up Tour All Over Again to Downtown Houston, with special guests Franklin Jonas and Deleasa.

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Fall Festival : Harvest | Cosecha – Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Cullen Sculpture Garden at MFAH’s Fall Festival: Harvest | Cosecha. Enjoy food, live music and dance, a Lotería game featuring MFAH artworks, short films from the Houston Latino Film Festival, art-making activities, and a stroll through the sculpture garden.

Fall Festival at Dewberry Farm – Bring the whole family to Dewberry Farm’s Fall Festival for pumpkins, friendly animals, great food, and more than 40 rides and attractions, including one of South Texas’ largest pumpkin patches and an 8-acre corn maze.

Red, White and Harvest at Froberg’s Farm – Enjoy classic fall fun at Froberg’s Farm with a pumpkin patch, corn maze, and kid-friendly activities including Berry Funland, the Corn Box, Sand Pit, Froberg Raceway, and flower picking.

Phobia Haunted Houses: Kemah Boardwalk – Test your nerves at Phobia Haunted Houses at Kemah Boardwalk, featuring two haunted attractions: Doom and Darke Labs.

Blessington Farms Fall Fun – Pick the perfect pumpkin, paint it, meet farm animals, ride a hay wagon, and enjoy more than 20 family-friendly activities at Blessington Farms. Kids can also explore giant slides, a jump pad, fossil digging, gemstone mining, and more seasonal activities.

Redrum Fear Park – Descend into madness at Redrum Fear Park with four haunted attractions: Cinegore, Twisted Circus, Deadwood Asylum, and Live Industries. Then, stick around for three live theatrical performances, live music, outdoor seating, food, crowd actors, merchandise, and more.

Houston’s Got Bollywood – Bombay Express – Take a visual and kinesthetic journey through India with Houston’s Got Bollywood – Bombay Express, featuring folk, semi-classical, Bolly hop, Indian contemporary, and Bollywood fusion dance.

Lenny Pearce in concert – Catch Lenny Pearce in Houston as he performs in support of his new album, Toddler Techno.

Steve Lacy in concert – See Steve Lacy live in Sugar Land as he brings music from his new album, Oh yeah?, to the stage.

Houston Grand Opera presents Faust – Experience Belle Époque Paris in a dazzling, dance-infused production of Faust, where a tormented composer trades his soul to Mephistopheles for youth and sensual pleasure, only to see his pursuit of Marguerite lead to her ruin and salvation.

Phobia Haunted Houses: Beltway – Face five single attractions at Phobia Haunted Houses: Beltway, including Dawn of the Machine, Mind Control, Genetic Nightmare, Clown Mania, and Darke Institute. You can also enter the triple attraction Exile, featuring Darke World, Savage Ground, and Contagion.

Christmas Belles – Watch a small-town Texas church Christmas program spiral into hilarious chaos as squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep, and a reluctant Elvis impersonator collide.

13th Floor Haunted House – Get your scares at three haunted attractions: Jason Universe: Survive the Night, Containment: Sector 9, and Cannibals Crossing. You can also tackle mini escape games and Zombie Apocalypse Live, then unwind at The Hideout: Secret Bar.

ARTECHOUSE presents Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean – Discover nightly animal migrations, explore how these creatures connect to the health of the planet, and experience stunning visuals and an original score designed for adults, families, school groups, and curious ocean lovers at ARTECHOUSE’s Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean.

DIY Candle Making Workshop – Blend premium fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour a custom luxury candle in this guided, beginner-friendly workshop.

Doormat Painting Experience – Design and paint a custom doormat using stencils, vibrant paint, and step-by-step guidance, with no prior art experience needed.

Texas Renaissance Festival – Step into the 16th century at the Texas Renaissance Festival, the nation’s largest and most acclaimed Renaissance theme park, as it returns for its 49th season. Enjoy live entertainment, master artists and craftspeople, food and drinks, hand-powered rides and games, and more than 100 interactive characters.

Moonlight Paddle – Discover Lake Woodlands after dark on a serene, staff-led kayak tour as you paddle through the softly lit canal and around Aria Island under the stars.

Starlight Swan Rides – Glide along the beautifully lit Woodlands Waterway on a Friday evening aboard a comfortable swan pedal boat during Riva Row Boat House’s seasonal Starlight Swan Boats experience.

Intro to Mosaic Making at Smither Park – Learn the basics of mosaic design with veteran Smither Park artists and experiment with colors and shapes to create your own unique piece to take home. 

Yoga Better – Start your Saturday with a basic vinyasa yoga class led by Andria Dugas, designed to enhance awareness while building a strong, healthy body.

Clickbait: A Digital Obsession – Step beyond the screen at CLICKBAIT: A Digital Obsession, an interactive HMNS exhibition packed with 18 large-scale installations exploring social media, AI, deepfakes, and digital identity. Walk through immersive experiences that reveal how the internet shapes the way you see, share, and connect in today’s world.

First Saturday Arts Market – Explore a diverse array of original paintings, sculptures, and jewelry as Houston’s original outdoor art market resumes its 21st season.

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Events in Houston for Adults – November 13 – 15, 2026

Bach Society Houston presents Dancing Through Bach – Enjoy a playful Bach program created with ConTempo Studios, which brings an intimate company of musicians and dancers together for a performance with a wink of Bridgerton, a close-up minuet, and a whisper of Wicked.

Nurse John: Against Medical Advice Tour – Catch Nurse John in Sugar Land on his North American Against Medical Advice tour, featuring all-new material about the chaos, comedy, and camaraderie of healthcare life.

Diwali – Festival of Lights – Celebrate Diwali with Discovery Green and Tx2 Dance Company through vibrant Bollywood dance lessons, spectacular performances featuring styles from across India, hands-on henna art, cultural shopping, and delicious Indian food from local vendors.

ROCO In Concert: Fellow Travelers – Join ROCO for Fellow Travelers, featuring guest conductor Rei Hotoda leading the 40-piece chamber orchestra in its debut.

Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market – Shop more than 280 merchants at Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market, where you’ll find holiday décor, gourmet foods, apparel, jewelry, specialty gifts, and more.

Breakaway Music Festival Houston – Dance across multiple stages and specially curated interactive areas at Breakaway Music Festival Houston, which features electronic music heavyweights Cloonee, Dom Dolla, GRiZ, and Tape B alongside emerging artists and a wide-ranging lineup.

Treaty Oak Revival in concert – Catch Treaty Oak Revival in The Woodlands as the band performs in support of its 2025 album, West Texas Degenerate.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Follow Hermia into a forest of hapless young lovers, a feuding Fairy King and Queen, a mischievous sprite, and an uproarious band of amateur actors in Open Dance Project’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

An Evening with Alton Brown – Get closer to television personality, author, and famed foodist Alton Brown in his intimate live show, An Evening of Alton Brown. 

American Diabetes Association presents Step Out Walk: Houston – Take part in the American Diabetes Association’s Step Out Walk, a fundraising event that raises awareness, connects communities, and supports diabetes prevention and management as part of the ADA’s vision of a life free of diabetes and its burdens.

Dancing Through Bach – Enjoy a playful Bach program created with ConTempo Studios, which brings an intimate company of musicians and dancers together for a performance with a wink of Bridgerton, a close-up minuet, and a whisper of Wicked.

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Put your detective skills to work while enjoying dinner as a murderer lurks somewhere in the room. You could even find yourself among the prime suspects.

Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque – Experience a colorful celebration of African culture and artistry as world-class acrobats soar through the air, build breathtaking human pyramids, and defy gravity to live Afro-Jazz, percussion, and West African kora.

The Whiskey Social – Sample more than 350 premium and vintage whiskey expressions from around the world at the 11th Annual Whiskey Social, one of Texas’s largest whiskey festivals.

On Cinema Live: The Certified Five Bags of Popcorn Tour – Join Gregg Turkington for an evening of movie information and alternative education, featuring his expert opinions alongside Health and Body Improvements from wellness guru Dr. Newman, played by Tim Heidecker.

Galveston ArtWalk – Explore Galveston’s thriving arts scene during this free, self-guided ArtWalk through Historic Downtown Galveston, with galleries, studios, and creative spaces showcasing an ever-changing lineup of exhibitions. 

Miller Season Finale: Cirque Kalabante: Afrique en Cirque – Miller Outdoor Theatre closes its season with Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque. Expect dazzling costumes, stunning staging, daring solo acrobatics, and full-company performances packed with motion, music, energy, and athleticism

Blessington Farms Fall Fun – Pick the perfect pumpkin, paint it, meet farm animals, ride a hay wagon, and enjoy more than 20 family-friendly activities at Blessington Farms. Kids can also explore giant slides, a jump pad, fossil digging, gemstone mining, and more seasonal activities.

13th Floor Haunted House – Get your scares at three haunted attractions: Jason Universe: Survive the Night, Containment: Sector 9, and Cannibals Crossing. You can also tackle mini escape games and Zombie Apocalypse Live, then unwind at The Hideout: Secret Bar.

Phobia Haunted Houses: Beltway – Face five single attractions at Phobia Haunted Houses: Beltway, including Dawn of the Machine, Mind Control, Genetic Nightmare, Clown Mania, and Darke Institute. You can also enter the triple attraction Exile, featuring Darke World, Savage Ground, and Contagion.

Houston Grand Opera presents Faust – Experience Belle Époque Paris in a dazzling, dance-infused production of Faust, where a tormented composer trades his soul to Mephistopheles for youth and sensual pleasure, only to see his pursuit of Marguerite lead to her ruin and salvation.

A Christmas Carol – Rediscover Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation as he encounters the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future in this timeless holiday tale.

ARTECHOUSE presents Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean – Discover nightly animal migrations, explore how these creatures connect to the health of the planet, and experience stunning visuals and an original score designed for adults, families, school groups, and curious ocean lovers at ARTECHOUSE’s Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean.

DIY Candle Making Workshop – Blend premium fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour a custom luxury candle in this guided, beginner-friendly workshop.

Doormat Painting Experience – Design and paint a custom doormat using stencils, vibrant paint, and step-by-step guidance, with no prior art experience needed.

Christmas Belles – Watch a small-town Texas church Christmas program spiral into hilarious chaos as squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep, and a reluctant Elvis impersonator collide.

Texas Renaissance Festival – Step into the 16th century at the Texas Renaissance Festival, the nation’s largest and most acclaimed Renaissance theme park, as it returns for its 49th season. Enjoy live entertainment, master artists and craftspeople, food and drinks, hand-powered rides and games, and more than 100 interactive characters.

Drunk Christmas Carol – Watch one actor take five shots of whiskey before attempting an epic, tipsy retelling of the holiday classic, as Santa gets visited by three ghosts and faces a chance to change his ways or get totally scrooged.

Main Street Theater presents An Irish Carol – Step into a modern Dublin pub on Christmas Eve as wealthy pub owner David confronts a voice from his past, challenges in the present, and the lonely future ahead. This comic Irish homage to Dickens follows one evening that could change David’s life forever.

Yoga Better – Start your Saturday with a basic vinyasa yoga class led by Andria Dugas, designed to enhance awareness while building a strong, healthy body.

Clickbait: A Digital Obsession – Step beyond the screen at CLICKBAIT: A Digital Obsession, an interactive HMNS exhibition packed with 18 large-scale installations exploring social media, AI, deepfakes, and digital identity. Walk through immersive experiences that reveal how the internet shapes the way you see, share, and connect in today’s world.

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Events in Houston for Adults – November 20 – 22, 2026

Choir! Choir! Choir! Un-Silent Night: An EPIC Holiday Sing-Along! – Un-Silent Night brings holiday classics and seasonal pop gems to a warm, fully interactive sing-along where you become part of the performers, so grab your friends and family and join the celebration.

ARTCRAWL HOUSTON 2026 – Explore Bisong Art Gallery’s group exhibition during ARTCRAWL Houston 2026, featuring contemporary works from a diverse group of artists across different styles and mediums. Meet the artists, talk with them about their creative processes, and enjoy a day of inspiration, creativity, and community.

Flea by Night – Shop local at Flea by Night and browse vintage finds, handmade treasures, plants, and one-of-a-kind goods from local makers, artists, and small businesses while discovering more of Houston’s creative talent.

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Put your detective skills to work while enjoying dinner as a murderer lurks somewhere in the room. You could even find yourself among the prime suspects.

Water Lantern Festival – Celebrate light and community with a lantern kit, live music, food, and activities, then personalize your lantern with a message or intention. At sunset, release your lantern alongside everyone else and watch thousands of lights reflect across the water.

Better Than Ezra in concert – Catch Better Than Ezra live in Houston after the band’s nine-album career, most recently with Super Magick in 2024.

Buena Vista Social Club – Step into the heart of Cuba, where blazing trumpets and sizzling guitars bring the real sound of Havana to life and one woman discovers music that will change her life forever in a story inspired by true events and the Grammy Award-winning album.

Pedro Fernández in concert – See Pedro Fernández live in Houston after a career spanning more than 15 albums, most recently ¡Arránquense Muchachos! in 2018.

13th Annual Islamic Arts Festival – Explore the oldest and largest Islamic arts festival in the United States, featuring more than 5,000 works by over 50 artists alongside a film festival, comedy show, Sufi music program, workshops, and an academic seminar.

Chelsea Handler: The High and Mighty Tour – Catch comedian, television host, and author Chelsea Handler as she brings her celebrated humor and candor to Houston.

Houston Symphony presents “La Vida Loca” – Turn up the Latin pop with Houston Symphony’s La Vida Loca, conducted by Enrico Lopez-Yañez and featuring hits from the ’90s and ’00s by Enrique Iglesias, Gloria Estefan, Santana, Ricky Martin, Selena, and more.

Brett Goldstein: Sex, Death & Small Talk – See Brett Goldstein on his new stand-up tour, Sex, Death & Small Talk, following his sold-out North American tour and HBO special The Second Best Night of Your Life.

Whose Live Anyway? – Catch Whose Live Anyway? with Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray for 90 minutes of improvised comedy and songs based entirely on audience suggestions. 

Lighting of the Doves – Celebrate the start of the holiday season at The Woodlands’ beloved Lighting of the Doves, where giant illuminated doves symbolize peace. Enjoy two stages of live entertainment, strolling performers, airbrush tattoos, balloon art, craft activities, concessions, and more.

Christmas Tree Lighting at Sugar Land – Celebrate the holiday season at Sugar Land Town Square with the annual Christmas Tree Lighting, featuring Letters to Santa, hot chocolate, inflatable slides, photos with Santa, and live performances on the main stage. 

Blessington Farms Fall Fun – Pick the perfect pumpkin, paint it, meet farm animals, ride a hay wagon, and enjoy more than 20 family-friendly activities at Blessington Farms. Kids can also explore giant slides, a jump pad, fossil digging, gemstone mining, and more seasonal activities.

The Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical – Head to Armadillo Acres for a hilariously tacky holiday musical packed with feisty townsfolk, family drama, romantic hijinks, and an unexpected visitor who threatens to derail the festivities.

A Christmas Carol – Rediscover Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation as he encounters the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future in this timeless holiday tale.

ARTECHOUSE presents Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean – Discover nightly animal migrations, explore how these creatures connect to the health of the planet, and experience stunning visuals and an original score designed for adults, families, school groups, and curious ocean lovers at ARTECHOUSE’s Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean.

DIY Candle Making Workshop – Blend premium fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour a custom luxury candle in this guided, beginner-friendly workshop.

Doormat Painting Experience – Design and paint a custom doormat using stencils, vibrant paint, and step-by-step guidance, with no prior art experience needed.

Christmas Belles – Watch a small-town Texas church Christmas program spiral into hilarious chaos as squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep, and a reluctant Elvis impersonator collide.

Texas Renaissance Festival – Step into the 16th century at the Texas Renaissance Festival, the nation’s largest and most acclaimed Renaissance theme park, as it returns for its 49th season. Enjoy live entertainment, master artists and craftspeople, food and drinks, hand-powered rides and games, and more than 100 interactive characters.

Drunk Christmas Carol – Watch one actor take five shots of whiskey before attempting an epic, tipsy retelling of the holiday classic, as Santa gets visited by three ghosts and faces a chance to change his ways or get totally scrooged.

Main Street Theater presents An Irish Carol – Step into a modern Dublin pub on Christmas Eve as wealthy pub owner David confronts a voice from his past, challenges in the present, and the lonely future ahead. This comic Irish homage to Dickens follows one evening that could change David’s life forever.

The Ensemble Theatre presents A Motown Christmas – Celebrate the holiday season with A Motown Christmas, a festive revue pairing traditional Christmas carols with soulful hits from Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, and The Jackson 5.

Are the Bennet Girls OK? – Meet the Bennet sisters in this hilariously unruly regional premiere, recently seen Off-Broadway, that gives Pride and Prejudice a louder, stranger, and more irreverent spin.

Holiday in the Gardens 2026 – Celebrate one of Galveston Island’s biggest Christmas traditions as Moody Gardens transforms into Holiday in the Gardens with ICE LAND, sparkling lights, and festive attractions for all ages.

Moonlight Paddle – Discover Lake Woodlands after dark on a serene, staff-led kayak tour as you paddle through the softly lit canal and around Aria Island under the stars.

Starlight Swan Rides – Glide along the beautifully lit Woodlands Waterway on a Friday evening aboard a comfortable swan pedal boat during Riva Row Boat House’s seasonal Starlight Swan Boats experience.

Intro to Mosaic Making at Smither Park – Learn the basics of mosaic design with veteran Smither Park artists and experiment with colors and shapes to create your own unique piece to take home. 

Yoga Better – Start your Saturday with a basic vinyasa yoga class led by Andria Dugas, designed to enhance awareness while building a strong, healthy body.

Clickbait: A Digital Obsession – Step beyond the screen at CLICKBAIT: A Digital Obsession, an interactive HMNS exhibition packed with 18 large-scale installations exploring social media, AI, deepfakes, and digital identity. Walk through immersive experiences that reveal how the internet shapes the way you see, share, and connect in today’s world.

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Events in Houston for Adults – November 27 – 29, 2026

Flea by Night – Shop local at Flea by Night and browse vintage finds, handmade treasures, plants, and one-of-a-kind goods from local makers, artists, and small businesses while discovering more of Houston’s creative talent.

WWE Survivor Series: WarGames – Get your tickets to WWE Survivor Series: WarGames and catch the first WWE Premium Live Event at the venue since Royal Rumble® in 2020 and the second consecutive year the event has taken place in a major sports stadium.

Outlander in Concert – Travel through love, loss, time, and history with Outlander in Concert. Hear McCreary’s iconic score performed live by an orchestra as the series’ most stirring moments unfold on a cinema-sized screen, taking you from Craigh na Dun to Scotland and beyond.

Turkey Trails – Take on the Turkey Trails 5K, 10K, half marathon, or kids dash. Registration includes a designer shirt, custom medal, chip timing with live results and awards, photos, and pie at the finish line.

Leslie Odom, Jr.: The Christmas Tour – Celebrate the season with Leslie Odom, Jr. through holiday classics, original songs from his Christmas albums, and special performances from Hamilton, the Broadway hit that earned him a Tony for his iconic role as Aaron Burr.

The Official City of Galveston Tree Lighting – Celebrate the holiday season at the official City of Galveston tree lighting and party, hosted with the Historic Downtown Strand Seaport Partnership and Galveston Historical Foundation.

A Christmas Carol – Rediscover Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation as he encounters the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future in this timeless holiday tale.

ARTECHOUSE presents Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean – Discover nightly animal migrations, explore how these creatures connect to the health of the planet, and experience stunning visuals and an original score designed for adults, families, school groups, and curious ocean lovers at ARTECHOUSE’s Twilight Zone: Hidden Wonders of the Ocean.

DIY Candle Making Workshop – Blend premium fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour a custom luxury candle in this guided, beginner-friendly workshop.

Doormat Painting Experience – Design and paint a custom doormat using stencils, vibrant paint, and step-by-step guidance, with no prior art experience needed.

Christmas Belles – Watch a small-town Texas church Christmas program spiral into hilarious chaos as squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep, and a reluctant Elvis impersonator collide.

Texas Renaissance Festival – Step into the 16th century at the Texas Renaissance Festival, the nation’s largest and most acclaimed Renaissance theme park, as it returns for its 49th season. Enjoy live entertainment, master artists and craftspeople, food and drinks, hand-powered rides and games, and more than 100 interactive characters.

Drunk Christmas Carol – Watch one actor take five shots of whiskey before attempting an epic, tipsy retelling of the holiday classic, as Santa gets visited by three ghosts and faces a chance to change his ways or get totally scrooged.

The Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical – Head to Armadillo Acres for a hilariously tacky holiday musical packed with feisty townsfolk, family drama, romantic hijinks, and an unexpected visitor who threatens to derail the festivities. 

The Ensemble Theatre presents A Motown Christmas – Celebrate the holiday season with A Motown Christmas, a festive revue pairing traditional Christmas carols with soulful hits from Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, and The Jackson 5.

Are the Bennet Girls OK? – Meet the Bennet sisters in this hilariously unruly regional premiere, recently seen Off-Broadway, that gives Pride and Prejudice a louder, stranger, and more irreverent spin.

Little Women: The Musical – Follow the four March sisters, ambitious Jo, traditional Meg, timid Beth, and romantic Amy, as they navigate life in Concord, Massachusetts, while their father serves in the Civil War.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – Watch Christmas chaos unfold when the Herdman kids, the neighborhood’s most notorious troublemakers, take over the annual church pageant and land the roles of Mary, Joseph, the Wise Men, and the Angel of the Lord.

Holiday in the Gardens 2026 – Celebrate one of Galveston Island’s biggest Christmas traditions as Moody Gardens transforms into Holiday in the Gardens with ICE LAND, sparkling lights, and festive attractions for all ages.

Yoga Better – Start your Saturday with a basic vinyasa yoga class led by Andria Dugas, designed to enhance awareness while building a strong, healthy body.

Clickbait: A Digital Obsession – Step beyond the screen at CLICKBAIT: A Digital Obsession, an interactive HMNS exhibition packed with 18 large-scale installations exploring social media, AI, deepfakes, and digital identity. Walk through immersive experiences that reveal how the internet shapes the way you see, share, and connect in today’s world.

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