Things to do in Houston this weekend of March 31 | 26th Cajun Festival at Traders Village
Our top picks for things to do in Houston this weekend of March 31 include 26th Bayou City Cajun Festival at Traders Village Houston, Easter Spring Festival, March Madness Festival, Sugar Land Arts Fest 2K23, and more!
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There are a number of fun things to do in Houston this weekend of March 31 to April 2, 2023! Read on to find out!
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!
Remember to also check our list of Things to do in Houston this Week of March 27!
Also, remember to also check out our other Houston posts: Brazilian Food and Music Festival 2023, Walk With Me Houston 2023, Buffalo Bayou Night Light Houston, and Easter Brunch Houston 2023!
Top Pick — 26th Bayou City Cajun Festival at Traders Village Houston
26th Bayou City Cajun Festival at Traders Village Houston
Houston is gearing up for another fantastic weekend of lively music, scrumptious food, and delightful bargains at the 26th Bayou City Cajun Festival at Traders Village Houston which is happening on April 1-2, 2023!
With a mix of Zydeco, swamp pop, and Cajun music, it promises to be a lively celebration, Creole-style. The event is scheduled to be held under the Gray Expo, so attendees can enjoy the festivities come rain or shine.
When: April 1-2, 2023
Where: Traders Village Houston, 7979 N Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77041, United States
How Much: Admission is FREE | Parking only $5
Mark your calendars and enjoy SHOPPING, RIDES, FESTIVALS, & FOOD, only at the 26th Bayou City Cajun Festival at Traders Village Houston!
Deal Alert – Enjoy the lowest price on Astroville Food Tour of Downtown Houston
Foodies wanted! Come enjoy diverse plates in the heart of Downtown Houston at some of city’s most famous restaurants. This tour will begin at the Historic Market Square Park (outside Niko Niko’s) where you will learn about Houston’s rich history, beautiful architecture, & diversity of cultures. Guests will enjoy first-hand views of the tallest building in Texas & the Downtown Tunnel System (1/3 of tour spent in tunnels) in the USA.
The tour consists of 3 stops where you will try 6-7 delicious food samplings including authentic Mexico City cuisine, traditional Asian novelties, Houston’s unique take on Italian-American, & dessert. These meals are pre-ordered & will be coming out nice & fresh for your whole group.
Get more information and book your Astroville Food Tour of Downtown Houston TODAY!!!
Things to do in Houston this Weekend of March 31, 2023 – Friday Night Houston
Intersport to Host “Hoop House” for College Basketball Championship weekend in Houston!
Intersport Houston Hoops House
Hoops House will be the home for basketball fans from across the country, where they will be treated to multiple days of fan-centric events in anticipation of semifinal games on April 1 and the title game on April 3.
A robust weekend of programming is in the works for Hoops House, which will highlight two of Intersport’s longstanding nationally televised showcase events and the inaugural State Farm College Team Skills & 3X3U Championships:
- The State Farm College Team Skills and 3X3U Championships will be held on March 29th at 6:30 PM CT
- The State Farm College Slam Dunk and 3-Point Championships will take place on Thursday, March 30 at 6:30 PM CT.
- High School Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships will be held Friday, March 31 at 7 PM CT.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by visiting HoustonHoopsHouse.com/Tickets.
When: Wednesday to Friday, March 29-31, 2023, 10 am
Where: Bayou Music Center, 520 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, United States
How Much: Starts at $20
What’s more – You can use the exclusive promo code HOTC25, for an extra 25% off!
Don’t miss out on Bayou Music center’s transformation into the Hoops House!
The City Market
Image credit: The City Market
Take home one-of-a-kind gifts and goodies including spring and Easter decor, birthday gifts, graduation gifts, and so much more at the second edition of The City Market!
The market will feature more than 50 merchants showcasing various items from seasonal and vacation goods to original art, clothing, gourmet food, jewelry, accessories, and more. Proceeds from the market will benefit Houston Junior Forum’s wide range of charitable services for youth, children, women, and seniors.
When: Friday, March 31, 2023, 6:30 pm – 9 pm
Where: Bayou City Event Center, 9401 Knight Rd, Houston, TX 77045
How Much: $20 in advance | $25 at the door
Pop Culture Power Show
If you’re a fan of comics or generally pop culture, you won’t want to miss this event. You’ll get three days of absolute pop culture fun! Meet with comic creators, snap photos with cosplayers, and maybe even get to exchange a few lines from your favorite voice actors.
When: Friday, March 31, 2023, 2 pm – 6 pm
Where: Stafford Centre Performing Arts Theatre and Convention Center, 10505 Cash Rd, Stafford, TX 77477
How Much: Starts at $24.99
March Madness Festival
It’s time to party at Discovery Green! Enjoy a star-studded headliner lineup of your favorite stars this weekend.
- Friday will feature Megan Thee Stallion
- Saturday will feature Lil Nas X, Maggie Rogers
- Sunday will feature Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, Little Big Town, and Mickey Guyton
Grab your tickets now!
When: Friday – Sunday, March 31 – April 2, 2023, 4:30 pm – 10 pm
Where: Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010
How Much: Varies
ART&: Women in Power
Celebrate women in art this weekend at the Bisong Art Gallery! Head on over for empowering art, panel discussions, and various performances in this three-day event.
When: Friday – Sunday, March 31 – April 2, 2023, 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: Bisong Art Gallery, 1305 Sterrett St, Houston, TX 77002
How Much: Starts at $20
Deal Alert – Haunted Houston Ghost and Pub Walking Tour
Explore the historic district of downtown Houston on a leisurely walking tour that combines a pub crawl with ghost stories recounted by your costumed guide. Your 2.5-hour evening walking tour visits four bars located in historic buildings that each boast spooky stories.
Have time to sip a drink (own expense) as your guide illuminates the history of Houston through tales of rumored hauntings and other spine-tingling tales. 2.5-hour Houston ghost and pub walking tour.
Get more information on the Haunted Houston Ghost and Pub Walking Tour and book yours TODAY!!!
Houston Events this Weekend of March 31, 2023 – Things to do in Houston Saturday
26th Bayou City Cajun Festival at Traders Village Houston
26th Bayou City Cajun Festival at Traders Village Houston
Houston is gearing up for another fantastic weekend of lively music, scrumptious food, and delightful bargains at the 26th Bayou City Cajun Festival at Traders Village Houston which is happening on April 1-2, 2023!
With a mix of Zydeco, swamp pop, and Cajun music, it promises to be a lively celebration, Creole-style. The event is scheduled to be held under the Gray Expo, so attendees can enjoy the festivities come rain or shine.
When: April 1-2, 2023
Where: Traders Village Houston, 7979 N Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77041, United States
How Much: Admission is FREE | Parking only $5
Mark your calendars and enjoy SHOPPING, RIDES, FESTIVALS, & FOOD, only at the 26th Bayou City Cajun Festival at Traders Village Houston!
Night Light 2023
Houston Buffalo Bayou Night Light 2023
Night Light is here! Large-scale, site-responsive video projections will light up the Buffalo Bayou East trails in a wonderful free evening of video art by Houston artists Chap Edmonson, Jamie Robertson, and Input Output.
Enjoy the artwork at the waterfront trails then head on over to the night market at Tony maroon Park for food trucks, local vendors of all sorts, and live music.
When: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 7:30 pm – 10 pm
Where: Tony Marron Park, 808 N York St, Houston, TX 77003
How Much: Free
6th Annual Run the Grove 5k
Image credit: Run the Grove 5K
Break a sweat and join the celebrations this weekend at the annual Run the Grove 5K!
The USATF-certified race will begin at the Lorraine Cherry Nature Preserve and will go through the tree-lined streets of Timbergrove Manor, a Heights-area neighborhood.
Kids can also join the Kids Fun Run 1K.
After the race, celebrate your achievement with live music, free beer, vendor booths, food trucks, and plenty of kids’ activities. Registration starts at 7 am and the race starts at 8 am. The kid’s race will start at 9 am.
When: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 8 am – 12 pm
Where: Lorraine Cherry Nature Preserve, 2400 W 11th St, Houston, TX 77008
How Much: $45 in advance | $50 on the day of the race | $25 for kids fun run in advance | $30 for kids fun run day of the race
Easter Spring Festival
Image credit: City of West University Place, TX – City Government
Easter is here! Celebrate the time with the family at the Easter Spring Festival. Have tons of fun at the bounce houses, the giant slide, train rides, games, and, of course, photo ops with everyone’s favorite bunny.
When: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 9 am – 11 am
Where: West University Place Recreation Center, 4210 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77025
How Much: Free
Old, Weird Houston!
Get weird Houston! Find the oddest, weirdest curiosities that you’ll ever find in the city in this local history fair showcasing oddball ephemera from both private and public collections. You’ll get to see and maybe even take home some pretty odd stuff that you might have never laid eyes on. Plus, there will also be plenty of Houston Proud swag, bites, and beverages.
When: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 10 am – 5 pm
Where: The Orange Show World Headquarters, 2334 Gulf Terminal Dr, Houston, TX 77023
How Much: Free
Sugar Land Arts Fest 2K23
Get ready to live in art world for two days as the Sugar Land Arts Festival 2K23 takes over the Smart Financial Centre Plaza! The event will showcase more than 1000 visual artists from all over the country as well as food, music, wine, and more!
Art mediums you’ll see here include sculpture, photography, glass art, woodworking, jewelry, mixed media art, and contemporary painting.
When: Saturday – Sunday, April 1 – 2, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm
Where: Smart Financial Centre, 18111 Lexington Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479
How Much: $10 for one day | $15 for both days
Innovation Spark Fest
Get the latest news from healthcare and education technology all the way to interactive gaming in the Innovation Spark Fest! The festival offers visitors a glimpse into the future of innovative tech by showcasing the latest inventions and breakthroughs in various fields. You’ll also get to see three rings of bot competitions.
When: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 11 am – 5 pm
Where: Sugar Land Town Square, 15958 City Walk, Sugar Land, TX 77479
How Much: Free
Spring Fest 2023
Spring is finally here! Celebrate the season at Houston’s First Baptist Church Downtown with family-friendly fun activities. This includes games, a rock climbing wall, basketball, train rides, inflatables, an Easter Egg Hunt for kids, and snacks.
When: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 11 am – 2 pm
Where: Houston’s First Baptist Church Downtown, 1730 Jefferson St, Houston, TX 77003
How Much: Free
Festival of Colors: Pearland Holi Extravaganza
A huge Holi celebration is coming to Pearland this weekend! Have fun with tons of color play, kids activities, a market featuring food, shopping, local vendors, and DJs amping up the beat to get the energy up.
When: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 12 pm – 5 pm
Where: Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway St, Pearland, TX 77584
How Much: Free | $6 for admission to the color play zone
Spring Fest and Artisan Market
Image credit: B-52 Brewing
It’s the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors so head on over to the B-52 this weekend to enjoy tons of outdoor fun at the spring fest and artisan market. There will be over 70 artisan vendors you can shop from. Plus, there will also be craft beer, food trucks, live music, and a spring-inspired photo booth to take your Insta photos.
When: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 12 pm – 5 pm
Where: B-52 Brewing Co, 12470 Milroy Ln, Conroe, TX 77304
How Much: Free
Lyons Avenue Renaissance Festival in Fifth Ward
Image credit: Lyons Avenue Renaissance Festival
Celebrate the history, art, and culture of Houston’s Fifth Ward in the 10th annual edition of the festival this weekend! Dance to and enjoy various artists playing authentic blues, rock and gospel, hip-hop. And if you get hungry, get to enjoy down-home cooking, Creole cuisine, soul food, and BBQ.
There will also be an Easter egg drop where the kids can scramble for more than 50 000 goodie-filled eggs to be delivered by helicopter.
When: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 12 pm – 5 pm
Where: Lyons Avenue, 3800 Lyons Ave, Houston, TX 77020
How Much: Free
Easter After Dark
Image credit: Westminster United Methodist Church
Get ready to fill your baskets with those easter eggs in this easter egg hunt with a twist. Bring your flashlights and get ready to hunt for easter eggs in the dark. All ages are welcome.
There will also be live music, food trucks, and entertainment to keep the night absolutely fun.
When: Saturday, April 1, 2023, 6 pm
Where: Westminster UMC, 5801 San Felipe St, Houston, TX 77057
How Much: Free
Deal Alert – Get the lowest price on the highly rated Small Group Sightseeing Tour of Houston
Discover the best that Houston, Texas has to offer on a small–group sightseeing tour of the city’s key landmarks. Drive through the streets and pass by Discovery Green, the Museum of Fine Arts, McGovern Centennial Gardens, and more in a few hours. While you drive, listen to the history and legends that formed the city from your guide, with plenty of time to ask questions and stop for photos.
Get more details and book your Small Group Tour of Houston TODAY!!!
Fun Things to do in Houston this Weekend of March 31, 2023 – Sunday Events Houston
Venardos Circus
Image credit: Venardos Circus
The ever-popular Venardos Circus is back in Richmond with its all-new Let’s Build a Dream tour! Here, they’ll be showcasing an animal-free, Broadway-style circus under a big top tent. Get to enjoy treats like fresh popcorn, cotton candy, house-made pink lemonade, nachos, candy, and more while watching the show!
When: Sunday, April 2, 2023, 7 pm | Runs until April 6, 2023
Where: Dry Creek Social Club, 3333 FM359, Richmond, TX 77406
How Much: $27.95 | $16.95 for ages 11 and under | Free for 12 months and under
10th Annual Houston Barbecue Festival
Image credit: Houston Barbecue Festival
You better be ready to chow down this Sunday because the annual Houston Barbecue Festival is here! BBQ joints will be lining up the Humble Civic Center Arena Complex and serving all kinds of barbeque. So grab your friends or your family and come hungry!
When: Sunday, April 2, 2023, 1 pm – 4 pm
Where: Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Pkwy, Humble, TX 77338
How Much: Starts at $60 | Free for kids 6 and under
Art Car IPA 5k
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Get your heart pumping and challenge yourself a little this weekend at the Art Car IPA 5K!
Your registration includes admission and entry into the post-race party, a dry-fit style shirt, chip timing, a commemorative race bibi, an official Art Car IPA 5K finisher medal, a commemorative Art Car IPA 5K pint glass, and three tasty beers.
When: Sunday, April 2, 2023, 8:30 am
Where: Saint Arnold Brewing Company, 2000 Lyons Ave, Houston, TX 77020
How Much: Starts at $55
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