Happy Friday! It’s the first official weekend of spring and Houston is packed with can’t-miss events. From the final weekend of RodeoHouston, to outdoor movies, festivals, and live music, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Get up and kick off the spring season with a fun-filled weekend!
RODEO SEASON Kids enjoy heading out to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo year after year to see the animals, enjoy the food, and soak in the sights and sounds. Pictured (from left) are friends Sofia Chinchilla, Ainsley Hasselkus, Madison Perrien, and Eleanor Hasselkus having fun at the Rodeo together.
2026 RodeoHouston
Through March 22, 8 a.m.-midnight
NRG Park
Prices vary
RodeoHouston is wrapping up with lively rodeo action, carnival rides, food, and entertainment. Don’t miss your last chance to catch live performances from beloved country artists Parker McCollum, Tim McGraw, and Cody Johnson.
Houston Rockets vs. Atlanta Hawks; Houston Rockets vs. Heat
Fri., March 20, 7 p.m. and Sat., March 21, 7 p.m.
Toyota Center
Prices vary
Cheer on the Houston Rockets, with back-to-back games this weekend, featuring a lively matchup against teams, Atlanta Hawks (Friday), and the Miami Heat (Saturday).
Moonlight Movies: “Time Travel”
Fri., March 20, 8 p.m.
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
$20
Enjoy a movie night under the stars at the Museum of Fine Arts, set on top of the Glassell School of Art. As part of the “Time Travel” series, the final Friday features a screening of 13 Going on 30. Relax on the rooftop lawn at the Brown Foundation Plaza Amphitheater, enjoy complimentary popcorn, and watch with provided headsets for premium sound. Signature cocktails inspired by the film will also be available for purchase.
The largest canoe and kayak race in Texas returns to Houston’s Buffalo Bayou, Sat., March 21. (Photo: Anthony Rathbun)
2026 Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta
Sat., March 21, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Buffalo Bayou
Prices Vary
Be a part of the 54th Annual Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta, the largest canoe and kayak race in Texas where hundreds of paddlers are brought together for a scenic and spirited ride through Houston’s most significant natural waterway. Participants can join the race by bringing or renting their own canoe or kayaking. Spectators are welcome to watch from various spots along the bayou. Funds support the Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s ongoing work to create and maintain parks, trails, and destinations along the Bayou.
Children Museum Houston’s Spring Break Blast
Sat., March 7-22, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Children’s Museum Houston
$19.95
Ages 1+
Spend the rest of your spring break weekend with a weekend full of interactive fun, themed activities, and more. The celebration continues, wrapping up with Cuddly Creatures on March 21, a day featuring meeting cuddly friends at the Zoofari, sock stuffie crafts, no-sew blanket making for animals in need, and the Penguin Pals mini-drama.
Houston Botanic Garden's March for Monarchs
Sat., March 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Houston Botanic Garden
$8–$12; free for members
Celebrate the spring migration of Monarch butterflies at the Houston Botanic Garden with a day of hands-on crafts, educational activities, and nature-focused fun. Learn how to make your own backyard a welcoming habitat for Monarchs while exploring the garden. Guests can also browse a small marketplace with local vendors offering refreshments and treats for purchase.
Bellaire Holi Fest
Sat., March 21, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Bellaire-Zindler Park
$10/adults; free for kids under 10; $5/color packet
Bellaire Holi brings the community together to celebrate the Festival of Colors with a fun, family-friendly event filled with music, dancing, food, and games. Ticket purchase includes entry to the festival, family activities, access to food vendors, and two color packets, with additional packets available for purchase.
Dress in pink and celebrate Women’s History Month with the third annual Girls on the Green. (Photo courtesy of Discovery Green)
Girls on the Green
Sat., March 21, 4-9 p.m.
Discovery Green (Anheuser-Busch Stage)
Free
Dress in pink and celebrate Women’s History Month at the third annual Girls on the Green, an evening featuring live music from Garbage Girlfriend, an inspiring panel of women leaders, themed photo ops, and a curated market showcasing women makers. Additionally, end the night with a special outdoor screening of Wonder Woman under the stars. Jazzy Sundays in the Park | The Buzz Magazines Sun., March 22, 5-7 p.m. Discovery Green Free Mathias Lattin takes the stage this Sunday at Jazzy Sundays in the Park, joined by the Unusual Musicians Collective Band. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the free concert, with food, drinks, and a pop-up market available on site.
Enjoy free jazz concerts in the park at Discovery Green every Sunday in March. (Photo courtesy of Discovery Green)
Jazzy Sundays in the Park
sun., March 22, 5-7 p.m.
Discovery Green
Free
Mathias Lattin takes the stage this Sunday at Jazzy Sundays in the Park, joined by the Unusual Musicians Collective Band. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the free concert, with food, drinks, and a pop-up market available on site.
More Events
See more upcoming events on our calendar and see more March happenings in our monthly event roundup.