Event Roundup: What to Look Forward to This Weekend

President and CEO of the Houston Super Bowl Host Committee Sallie Sargent and chairman of the Host Committee Ric Campo are readying their plans for Super Bowl LI, set for Feb. 5, 2017, at NRG Stadium. (Photo: nickdelatorrephoto.com)

Happy Friday! Check out some events happening this weekend.

Touchdown Tour

Celebrate the start of football season – and the beginning of the road to Super Bowl LI – with Touchdown Tour, which will include interactive games, giveaways, music, a beer garden, food and more. See retired astronaut Scott Kelly return the NFL football that spent five months in the International Space Station to the Host Committee, plus other unique experiences from NASA and Space Center Houston. See more details about the Touchdown Tour and be sure to check out our story on the Super Bowl. 

ArtWalk in Galveston

Explore Galveston’s art scene by wandering through their many art galleries and exhibits. ArtWalk happens every six to eight weeks, and takes place this Saturday evening. See more details. If you’re heading to Galveston this week, be sure to see our Galveston Guide. 

Backpack Blessing

Start your school year off with a blessing from one of the priests at St. Francis Episcopal Church this Sunday. See more details.  

Theater District Open House

Kick off the fall performing arts season in Houston this Sunday with an open house in the Theater District. Enjoy live performances, meet performers and get the opportunity to see backstage. See more details. 

Houston Restaurant Weeks

Just two more weekends to take advantage of Houston Restaurant Weeks, which ends Sept. 5. Proceeds from each meal using the pre-planned menu at a participating restaurant will benefit the Houston Food Bank. See more details. 

More Events

Check out our events calendar to see what else is going on this weekend and next week, plus add your own community events.