Event Roundup: What to Look Forward to This Weekend

Happy Friday! This weekend includes musical events and outdoor fun.

Houston Astros vs. Baltimore Orioles- Hall of Fame Weekend
Fri., Aug. 15, 7:10 p.m., Sat., Aug. 16, 6:10 p.m., Sun., Aug. 17, 1:10 p.m.
Daikin Park
$33+
The Houston Astros play the Baltimore Orioles during Hall of Fame Weekend, featuring a fireworks night and exclusive merch.

With a lineup of four Broadway vocalists putting their own spin on “Smells like Teen Spirit” and “I Will Always Love You” to name a few…this show is a nothing but the biggest bops of the '90s.

Classic Replay Presents… 90’s Mixtape
Fri., Aug. 15, 8-9:30 p.m.
Miller Outdoor Theatre
Free
A lineup of four Broadway vocalists putting their own spin on “Smells like Teen Spirit” and “I Will Always Love You” to name a few…this show is nothing but the biggest bops of the decade. Featured artists include Katrina Rose Dideriksen, Trista Dollison, Jimmy Brewer, and Demarius Copes.

Wildflowers in Buffalo Bayou Park (Photo: Melissa Taylor)

Summer Species - In the Weeds Walks
Sat., Aug. 16, 9-10:30 a.m.
Lost Lake
$5 for ages 12+
Learn about the many native plant species that make up our urban landscapes and their role in a thriving ecosystem during In the Weeds Walks, monthly discovery tours of Buffalo Bayou with Nancy Greig, former director of the Cockrell Butterfly Center.

Houston Glass Club's 50th Annual Vintage Glass & Antique Show & Sale
Sat., Aug. 16, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun., Aug. 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Fort Bend County Fairgrounds
$7
Over 30 dealers from across the United States will display more than 200 tables of the finest quality glass including: depression era glass, EAPG, American crystal, American dinnerware, kitchenware and pottery.

Preseason: Houston Texans vs. Carolina Panthers
Sat., Aug. 16, 12 p.m.
NRG Stadium
$13+
In this preseason game, the Houston Texans will play against the Carolina Panthers.  

Learn all about Houston’s amazing urban wildlife – including opossums – at Houston Arboretum, followed by a guided hike.

Possums & Popsicles
Sat., Aug. 16, 6-8 p.m.
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
$35 member / $50 nonmember / $20 children ages 5-12
Grab a frozen treat, enjoy a refreshing root beer (or regular beer) from Saint Arnold Brewing Company, and get up close and personal with live wild animals. Learn more about possums in Awesome Opossums: They're everywhere by Cheryl Ursin (April 2023).

Phoenicia Specialty Foods Presents Miller Summer Mixtape
Sat., Aug. 16, 8-10 p.m.
Miller Outdoor Theatre
Free
A dynamic evening dedicated to celebrating Houston’s vibrant and evolving local music scene. This year’s edition amplifies the city’s indie sound, showcasing the depth and diversity of homegrown talent. Featuring local bands Vortxz, Astro Inn, and Astralace!

More Events
See our event calendar for more upcoming events.