Event Roundup: What to look forward to this weekend

Happy Friday! The sun is (finally) out. Check out buzzworthy events to enjoy with friends and family. 

Maravilloso! The Water Festival

Head over to Discovery Green for a magical evening out with family and friends. The Maravilloso water show is making its U.S. debut and features dazzling lights, impressive dancing, and fun entertainment. The show is free and open for everyone! See the details.

Free Press Summer Fest

Free Press Summer Fest, an annual music festival here in Houston, begins Saturday, June 6 with doors opening at 11 a.m. Great music, creative art, and delicious food will take place until Sunday, June 7 at 10 p.m.  Come in your best festival gear and comfortable walking shoes! See the details.

Texas Hot Stuff Market Festival

City Centre will be hosting the Texas Hot Stuff Market Festival on Saturday, June 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This Texas-themed festival includes a market filled with art, jewelry and cooking supplies. Come hungry because there will be plenty of snacks, including a jalapeño eating competition! See the details.

Sizzling Summer Dance

Join us on Friday, June 5 at Miller Outdoor Theatre to kick off summer at the annual Sizzling Summer Dance concert. METdance will put on an engaging and festive show for free, so grab a towel and some snacks and show some support to our local dancers! See the details.

Community Healing Gathering

Head to Godwin Park at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 7 for a community-healing gathering after the devastating effects of the recent flood. There will be motivational speakers, a wide support group, and even ice cream! All are welcome and encouraged to come. See the details.

More events

See our events calendar to find out what’s going on and share your events, too. If you know of any other community events or volunteer opportunities related to the flood, please be sure to share them with us.