Globally inspired traveling circus brings new reunion tour to Houston

This weekend we’re hosting a slew of birthday parties, with one brewery celebrating its 30th anniversary and a monthly soul party celebrating its first. We also have the grand opening of a new cocktail bar in River Oaks, another monthly block party in Midtown, Broadway shows starting downtown, and jazz movies coming out of the Museum District. Plus, some of the world’s biggest golf stars will compete for show and money.

And if you want to drink a rosé and take a little trip to the moon, you can also do that this weekend.

Here are the best bets this weekend.

Thursday June 6

Mid Main Houston First Thursday Block Party
This month, Mid Main Houston’s first Thursday Block Party will benefit non-profit Camp For All. Register and donate $10 for an all-access wristband for a block party featuring free Saint Arnold beer and live music from Sam and the Cats and The Cactus Blossoms. This event includes art shows by Lina Dib and Amber Kaiser, tarot readings by Amber Ambrose, local vendors at Winbern Market, crafts at Double Trouble, and parties at Big Kat’s Barber Shop and The Fashion Time Machine. 18 hours.

Wine and Gastronomy Week
Wine & Food Week celebrates the creativity and passion at the heart of the wine and food industry, with hundreds of wines, dozens of celebrity guests and a roster of new culinary faces. Special guest sommeliers and chefs include Guy Stout, Chris Shepherd, Carlos Ramos, Michael Cordua, Masaru Fukuda, Austin Simmons and Fernando Desa. We also have fashion icon Chloe Dao, artists Kathy Womack and Shelbi Nicole, and more. Events include wine tastings and the Grand Tasting on Saturday evening, where one chef will win $5,000. 6 p.m. (11:30 a.m. Friday; 7 p.m. Saturday).

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts presents Beyond Broadway: the Barricade Boys party in the West End!
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts welcomes the musical theater phenomenon The Barricades Boys party in the West End! to his new series Beyond Broadway. Stars from the West End cast of Wretched will wow audiences with a blend of music, dance and behind-the-scenes stories from Broadway’s biggest hits. The Barricade Boys are taking the world by storm with their show that will have audiences tapping their feet, hearing some favorite tunes and grinning from ear to ear. 7 p.m. (7:30 p.m. Friday)

Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center presents Hairspray
It’s time to listen to the Tony-winning musical version of John Waters’ groundbreaking 1988 hit, which was also brought to the big screen in 2007. In 1960s Baltimore, 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad begins dancing to his way. on the most popular TV show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair) change the world? Hairspray features hit songs like “Welcome to the ’60s,” “Good Morning Baltimore” and “You Can’t Stop the Beat.” 7:30 p.m. (8 p.m. Friday; 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday; and 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday).

Friday June 7

Houston Golf Club presents LIV Golf Houston
The Golf Club of Houston will host many of golf’s biggest stars, including Texas native and Houston resident Patrick Reed, for a high-energy, fan-friendly tournament experience at LIV Golf Houston. LIV Golf’s international field also includes many of the biggest names in the sport, including 2023 Masters champion Jon Rahm, five-time major champion and reigning PGA Championship winner Brooks Koepka, six-time major winner and Hall of Famer of world golf Phil Mickelson (HyFlyers GC). , and more. 10 a.m.

Echoes 2nd Anniversary Celebration
Popular live music bar and restaurant Echoes will celebrate its second anniversary this weekend. Echoes’ birthday is also Prince’s birthday. The spot will pay homage to the legendary musician and play Prince jams all night long, courtesy of the one and only DJ Melodic. There will also be a special offer on the Prince Martini with Express Gin, Citadelle Gin, Skinos Mastiha Spirit Liqueur and olive juice. Other drink and food specials will also take place throughout the evening. 17 hours.

Moody Center for the Arts and Open Dance Project present Red Landscape: Georgia O’Keeffe in Texas 1912-1918
The Moody Center for the Arts at Rice University and Open Dance Project present an immersive theater-dance performance created by the ODP Ensemble under the choreographic direction of Annie Arnoult. The performance surrounds the audience with a three-dimensional, multi-sensory collage of O’Keeffe’s memories and experiences in Texas. Until Saturday June 15, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Sunday 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.).

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston presents Jazz on Film
Jazz on Film offers three weekends of special screenings celebrating the rich and varied intersections of jazz and cinema. Curated by guest curator Peter Lucas, this year’s program includes the Houston premiere of the new documentary about the pioneers of bossa nova, Elis and Tom by Roberto de Oliveira and Jom Tob Azulay; That of Bruce Weber Let’s get lost (1988); and a special 50th anniversary screening of Sun Ra’s Space is the place (1974). 19 hours.

Grand opening of Fancy
Fancy’s, River Oaks’ buzzy new cocktail bar, is set to celebrate its grand opening this weekend. Groupe Clé’s new concept offers craft cocktails accompanied by fine wines, champagne, appetizers to share and a variety of concerts. The festivities kick off with The Eliza Budiman Band, ready to treat people to everything from Motown and French jazz to funky old school favorites and forgotten pop treasures. The party will continue throughout the evening, followed by a DJ until 2 a.m. 20 hours.

Saturday June 8

Montgomery County Food Bank presents Outrun Hunger
Join the fight against hunger by participating in the Montgomery County Food Bank’s annual Outrun Hunger event, featuring a 5K Trail Run and 1K Color Dash. The event will feature music, food trucks, photo ops, a kids zone and more. Proceeds will benefit the Montgomery County Food Bank’s programs serving children, seniors and families facing hunger in Montgomery County. All ages and experience levels are encouraged to attend this family-friendly event. 8 in the morning.

All-day rosé brunch at Annie Café & Bar
Yes, it’s that time of year when we celebrate this beautiful elixir that is rosé. Celebrate National Rosé Day with an all-day rosé brunch at Annie Café & Bar.Invite your friends, don your pink and partake in a three-course brunch and rosé pairing for $90 per person. Don’t miss tracks from DJ Foxxy Kay, a festive photo wall and a draw to win a cool prize. The regular brunch menu will also be available. Reservations are recommended. 11:00.