10 Things to do in Houston this weekend of May 3 Including La Izquierda Surf and Music Festival and Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Traders Village, & more!

10 Things to do in Houston this weekend of May 3 Including La Izquierda Surf and Music Festival and Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Traders Village, & more!

Our top picks for Things to do in Houston this weekend of May 3

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Things to do in Houston this Weekend – Friday

200th Anniversary Rodeo at George Ranch Historical Park

Join The George Ranch in celebrating its 200th anniversary this weekend! The two days of celebration will be filled with heart-racing and action-packed Rodeo fun.
 
When: Friday – Saturday, May 3 – 4, 2024, 4:30 pm
How Much: $10 

La Izquierda Surf and Music Festival

Things to do in Houston this weekend of May 3 | La Izquierda Surf and Music Festival

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Head down to Galveston island this weekend for three days of celebration of beach culture and live music. Expect surf competitions, food trucks, art installations, vendors, and more. There will also be more than 30 acts performing with headliners including Kam Franklin, The Nude Party, and Tanya Nolan.
 
When: Friday – Sunday, May 3 – 5, 2024, 6 pm – 10 pm
How Much: Free 

Things to do in Houston this Weekend – Saturday

Walk to End Lupus Now

Walk to End Lupus Now

Image credit: Lupus Foundation of America Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Inc

The Texas Gulf Chapter of the Lupus Foundation of America is returning to the Texas Southern University Campus this weekend for the Walk To End Lupus Now. The walk honors the region’s lupus warriors and helps raise funds for lupus research. Participants are welcome to walk individually or with a team.
 
When: Saturday, May 4, 2024, 8 am – 12 pm
How Much: $25

Galveston Historic Homes Tour

Galveston Historic Homes Tour

Image credit: Galveston Historical Foundation

Learn more about Galveston’s history this weekend with public tours of privately owned homes during the annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour. The event will also feature other special events.
 
When: Saturday, May 4, 2024, 10 am – 6 pm
How Much: $45 until May 1 | $50 after

Joy Fest at Jubilee

Jubilee is celebrating its grand opening this weekend with a family-friendly Joy Fest celebration. The event will have a Ferris Wheel, gem mining, inflatables, tie-dye tile making, giant lawn games, face painting, photo ops, and more. Guests can also explore eight professionally decorated model homes to learn more about living in Jubilee.
 
When: Saturday, May 4, 2024, 11 am – 4 pm
How Much: Free w/ RSVP

East End Street Fest

East End Street Fest

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The East End Street Fest is held every Cinco de Mayo week. It celebrates the art, music, and heritage of East End with live bands, performances, artwork, and plenty of fun for the kids.
 
When: Saturday, May 4, 2024, 12 pm – 7 pm
How Much: Free 

Things to Do in Houston This Weekend – Sunday

Join the inaugural Cinco Cinco 5K, 10K, Kids y Family 1K this weekend at Karbach Brewing Company! Dress in your best fiesta wear, shop at the Cindo de Mayo market, and have a drink.
 
When: Sunday, May 5, 2024, 7:30 am
How Much: $30 – $60

Acclaimed soprano Isabel Leonard will be starring as Maria in this beloved musical which will be making its debut on the Houston Grand Opera stage. Get to listen to songs like “My Favorite Things,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” and more familiar melodies in the show.
 
When: Sunday, May 5, 2024, 2 pm
How Much: $25

Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Traders Village Houston

Things to do in Houston this weekend of May 3 | Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Traders Village Houston

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Head over to Traders Village this weekend with friends or family to enjoy a wonderful Cinco de Mayo celebration featuring margaritas, tacos, rides, and plenty of live music.
 
When: Sunday, May 5, 2024, 12 pm
How Much: Free

Kemah Boardwalk will also be having a festive Cinco de Mayo celebration this weekend! Enjoy live Tejano music, Ballet Folklorico, kids’ activities, and more.
 
When: Sunday, May 5, 2024, 12 pm – 10 pm
How Much: Free

Enjoy more Cinco de Mayo fun at Truck Yard Houston! Enjoy a little dog race, pinatas, festive drinks, live music, and Tex-Mex food trucks.
 
When: Sunday, May 5, 2024, 12 pm – 11:30 pm
How Much: Free

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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