Weekend Roundup: Feb. 6-8, 2026

Happy Friday and happy Super Bowl weekend! Here’s what’s happening this weekend:

LAISSEZ LES BONS TEMPS ROULER Let the good times roll at Mardi Gras! Galveston, Feb. 6-17. (Photo courtesy of Galveston CVB)

Mardi Gras! Galveston 2026
Fri., Feb. 6- Tues., Feb. 17
Downtown Galveston
Tickets vary
The 115th Mardi Gras celebration will be headlined by Logan Ryan (Feb. 6), Wade Bowen (Feb. 7), GymClassHeroes (Feb. 13), and Lil’ Keke (Feb. 14), and will include more than 3 million beads, over 20 parades, legendary parties, concerts, and more. Mardi Gras! Galveston 2026 will bring back Electric Mardi Gras! featuring nationally recognized DJs from New York and L.A. Plus, there will be a wide range of local and regional performers across multiple stages. See the lineup, parade schedule, and more details at www.MardiGrasGalveston.com.

Kids can engage in physical, creative, and science activities at the Children's Museum Olympic-themed "Fauxlympics." (Photo: Cody Duty)

Children’s Museum Faux-lympics
Fri., Feb. 6- Sun., Feb. 22, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Children’s Museum Houston
$19.95/adults and children (ages 1+)
The experience of fun mixed with challenges and athleticism is here! But it's not just about traditional sports; the Museum will also feature different games, breakdancing, martial arts, and various performances encouraging creativity and laughter. From Snowboard Balance Boards to Build-a-Bobsled and Tabletop Curling, children not only engage in physical activity but also learn about teamwork, and sportsmanship. Whether they're sprinting towards the finish line or crafting their own victory dances, the Faux-lympics promise a day of joyous exploration and playful competition for all!

Celebrate Black History Month at Children's Museum Houston. 

Black History Month Celebration at Children's Museum Houston
Sat., Feb. 7, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Children’s Museum Houston
$19.95/adults and children (ages 1+)
Enjoy a full day of dynamic programming celebrating Black history. Activities and events include: a captivating theatrical performance bringing history to life from Express Children’s Theatre; a musical ride on the Underground Railroad to meet Harriet Tubman; a special story time with ABC13’s Briana Conner; and a performance from master storyteller Manning Mpinduzi-Mott, who brings ancient African tales and storytelling to life, using drumming, audience participation, and magical transformations.

Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour
Sat., Feb. 7 at 1 p.m.
Toyota Center
Starting at $32
Toyota Center is excited to welcome the Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour on February 7th! For the first time, the team will also debut their new 100 Year jerseys, honoring a century of global impact, as they face off against their longtime rivals, the Washington Generals. Fans can also expect all-new surprises like the Golden Basketball by Spalding, epic pre-game Magic Pass experiences, and an unforgettable 5th Quarter Autograph session (free for all fans!)—making this a celebration unlike any other.

Live at Live Oak
Sat., Feb. 7, 4 -7 p.m.
Live Oak Court at Clay Family Eastern Glades
Free
Live at Live Oak, presented by H-E-B, includes music, dance, family-friendly activities, food and drink, and more. Set in Live Oak Court at the Clay Family Eastern Glades, these free concerts bring music, dance, and joy together to celebrate unique cultural traditions. Guests can enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, food, drinks, and more. Guests can expect an upbeat, interactive show that celebrates Black History Month through music and dance, with live performances by Houston Groove Society and Drumz of Uhuru!

Tune in and watch the paws-itively precious Puppy Bowl on Animal Planet this Sunday before The Big Game. (Photo courtesy of Animal Planet/Warner Bros. Discovery)

Puppy Bowl XXII
Sun., Feb. 8, 1 p.m. CT
Animal Planet
If four-legged football is more your thing, watch the Puppy Bowl on Animal Planet. Watch adorable pups (all up for adoption) compete on Animal Planet, Discovery, TBS, or truTV, Max, and Discovery+. Cheer for Team Ruff or Team Fluff – with these adorable pups, we all win either way.

Super Bowl LX: Seattle Seahawks vs. New England Patriots
Sun., Feb. 8, 5:30 p.m. CT
Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California
Whether you tune in for the football, the commercials, Bad Bunny, or the snacks, here’s what you need to know: Super Bowl LX will be live on NBC, Telemundo, and Universo with kickoff at 5:30 p.m. You can also stream on NFL+ or Peacock. Bad Bunny, who just took home a Grammy for Album of the Year, is headlining the halftime show.

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