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Houston Nightlife This Week: May 27 – June 2, 2024



Truck Yard is hosting a tropical party on Saturday | Courtesy of Truck Yard

Find the events not to be missed in Houston with our Day + Nightlife guide from Monday May 27 to Sunday June 2, 2024.

We’ve got you covered all week with our list of social nightlife events, including comedy, music and art, happening around Houston.

Houston Day and Nightlife Guide This Week: May 27 – June 2, 2024

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  • Comedian Nimesh Patel at Houston Improv | From Friday to Sunday – The Emmy-nominated writer has risen to the ranks on some of comedy’s biggest stages thanks to impeccable joke writing and prolific production, and he’ll arrive in Houston for five shows over the weekend. Patel recently appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallonand before that, he debuted late night on Late Night with Seth Meyers. $60 and up. Hours vary.
  • Island Vybz Reggae Fest at Beach Central in Galveston | Friday Saturday – Head to the heart of the island along the seawall for this two-day celebration of Caribbean culture, music and community spirit. Expect live entertainment, food, dancing and more. $20 and up. Hours vary.
  • Comedian Andrew Orolfo at Riot Comedy Club | Friday Saturday A San Francisco comedy staple, Andrew Orolfo has been featured on festival stages across the country and can be heard on Sirius XM and seen in Netflix and Comedy Central specials. $20 and up. Hours vary.
  • Solar dust at POST Houston | Saturday Sunday – Attend this brand new exhibition that merges light, sound and technology to create an experience of particles floating in space. Making its U.S. debut, the work by Italian art collective Quiet Ensemble also serves to preview POST’s new art space/nightclub experience, Art Club. $7. Hours vary.

Monday May 27, 2024

  • Memorial Day Weekend at the Marriott Marquis Houston – Throughout the weekend, you can join the party on the iconic Texas-shaped lazy river atop the sixth floor of the Downtown Mariott Marquis. DJs will be on hand to set the mood and you can enjoy some sips, sun, and Memorial Day fun with scenic views. Day passes are available for non-guests at $90 and up. From noon to 9 p.m.
  • Supa Soca Memorial Day Pool & Day Party at Encore – Grab your best swimsuit and partygoers to join the biggest Afro-Caribbean pool party of the summer in Midtown. Free entry until 4 p.m.; $10 and more after that. 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Latin House Pool Party at Space Cowboy – The Heights House Hotel Pool Bar celebrates Memorial Day in style. Come enjoy a full day of Latin house music performed by a team of DJs, plus food and drink specials, vendors, mermaids in the pool and much more. $15 and up. 2 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Tuesday May 28, 2024

  • Comedian Bob Biggerstaff at Houston Improv – The Houston comedian returns to the stage after a journey to free himself from colorectal cancer, which means a hilarious evening of butt-related material heads to improv. $20 and up. 7:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday Gigante at The Secret Group – The bi-monthly comedy show brings together some of the city’s funniest Hispanic comedians at the EaDo comedy club, performing in English. While there, enjoy drink specials on Mexican beer and tequila. $5. 8 p.m.
  • Half brothers Film screening at the Rooftop Cinema Club – Starring Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly, this classic 2008 comedy pits two adult stepbrothers against each other in a battle that tests the idea of ​​brotherly love. $19 and up. 10:15 p.m.

Wednesday May 29, 2024

Thursday May 30, 2024

  • Rainbow Market at Eureka Heights Brewing Company | No coverage – Heights Brewery is hosting a market that helps you get ready for Pride Month with shirts, hats and fans, as well as candles, baked goods and other treats. 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
  • 3:00 p.m. to midnight at Sabine Street Studios | FREE – This 45-minute interactive “live character drawing theater” presents a short play in which three characters pause and pose, allowing guests to sketch the actors, costumes and set design. Chairs and drawing materials will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own. 7 p.m.
  • Château Pichon Baron Wine Dinner at l’Étoile – Taste the flavors of France with extraordinary wines from one of the country’s most respected producers. In this four-course dinner, you will discover dishes like Orange-crusted duck paló accompanied by Griffons de Pichon Baron 2019 and sliced ​​rib-eye dry-aged for 30 days, with parsnip mousseline and apple galette. ground with duck fat in a Bordeaux sauce, accompanied by Château Pichon Baron 2010 and 2015. $175 per person. 7 p.m.
  • Tribute to Shakira at the Post Houston – Shewolf, the Houston-based tribute band, performs all of Shakira’s best-loved hits atop Skylawn with a beautiful view of downtown. $20 and up. 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Friday May 31, 2024

  • Kanpai! A Sake Tasting Tour of Japan at Asia Society Texas – Celebrate the diverse world of Japanese sake at this tasting event. You’ll taste a dozen different varieties while industry experts share brewing techniques and tasting notes. Appetizers from local restaurants and vendors will be served. 21 years and over. $85. 5 p.m.
  • Resonant Earth: contemporary perspectives on the earth and the body Opening reception at the Moody Center for the Arts | FREE – Come to the Rice campus to celebrate the opening of this exhibition featuring six contemporary artists who are reimagining the connections between the human body and the earth. The works include a variety of media, from bronze statues to painting. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Spring Music Series: Danny Ray and Atlantic Street at Chapman & Kirby | No coverage – Cocktail chic EaDo hosts its final evening of the spring concert series, featuring tunes from Danny Ray and Atlantic Street. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • OTX 7: Rumble at the rodeo at Red Owl Boxing – This broadcast boxing match features Houston native Giovanni Marquez taking on Jason Limon, with an opening card featuring 5 other fights, including a women’s fight event. Plus, there’s a live DJ, celebrity guests, giveaways, prizes and much more. $50; save 20% with promotional code OTX365. 6:30 p.m.
  • Comedian Adam Mamawala at Secret Group – Come to EaDo for an evening of laughter offered by Mamawala, seen on Comedy Central, Undercover comic, and special offers on Amazon Prime. $10 and up. 8 p.m.
  • Samara Joy in concert at Miller Outdoor Theater | FREE – The Herman Park stage welcomes an established star of the jazz world when Samara Joy, 24, from the Bronx, arrives in Houston. With three Grammy wins already and chart-topping debuts, Samara Joy is one of the most exciting and freshest voices in the genre today. 8:30 p.m.
  • Sapphic Factory: A Queer Joy Modern Dance Party at White Oak Music Hall – Come dance and be free to the music of Muna, Phoebe Bridgers, Kim Petras, Tegan and Sara, and many more in this celebration of life as you are. 18 years and over. $16 and up. 8:30 p.m.
  • Nala DJ Set at Bauhaus – Miami’s rising star returns to H-Town to make his DJ debut at Bauhaus. She has developed a reputation as one of the hottest names in the electronic music scene. $10 and up. 10 p.m.

Saturday June 1, 2024

  • Humble Bacon Festival at the Humble Civic Center – Bacon makes everything better, and this Humble event celebrates this most versatile and flavorful of foods. It’s a fun-filled day with family fun, contests, vendors, prizes, games and much more. $10. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Far East Fest at Chapman and Kirby | FREE – Celebrate Houston’s AAPI small business community with a day of food, drinks, fun and a diverse selection of small businesses selling unique items, from traditional Asian cuisine to artisan and artisan goods. From noon to 6 p.m.
  • Bloomfest at New Magnolia Brewing Company – Taste beer from nationally award-winning craft breweries and enjoy food, live music, art and more at this craft beer celebration. $40 and up. From noon to 8 p.m.
  • Loco for coconuts at the Truck Yard | No coverage – Celebrate island style at EaDo, where you can crack your own coconut and fill it with a tropical cocktail, watch hula and fire dancing, and enjoy roast pig tacos. Bring a few friends or a whole crowd for this fun afternoon. From noon to 11:30 p.m.
  • Estéréomance in concert in Axelrad | FREE – Dreamy Texan art pop band performs at beer garden Third Ward. The group describes itself as a cultural hybrid of the border city of El Paso and the neighboring city of Juarez, and as the liberated voice of all the border emotions that cry out to be heard. 7 p.m.
  • 35th Annual Kings & Queens Accordion Concert at Miller Outdoor Theater | FREE – This highly anticipated annual concert of the state’s most dynamic artists will feature Las Fenix, 3-time Grammy Award winner Sunny Sauceda, as well as Marcus Ardoin and Da Zydeco Legendz. The evening is a showcase of the various styles of accordion music played in Texas. 7 p.m.
  • Korolova DJ Set at Bauhaus – The melodic techno and progressive house DJ arrives in Houston. Originally from Ukraine, she has performed all over the world, becoming a global icon and fusing electronic rhythms and synth melodies. $15. 10 p.m.

Sunday June 2, 2024

  • Jazzy Sundays: Melvin Johnson and the Electric-Akoustics at Discovery Green | FREE – The spring concert series concludes with its final performance of Jazzy Sundays, held at Discovery Green. Melvin Johnson and the Electric-Akoustics title, with the opening of JHU. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Livingston Memorial Cup at Houston Polo Club – Experience a world-class polo match, parade of players, live music, expert announcements, half-time champagne stomping and a special trophy presentation. Lymbar is the on-site concession offering delicious Argentinian and Brazilian inspired menu choices as well as a premium bar menu. $18 and up. 5:30 p.m.
  • Tejano Nights at Kemah Boardwalk | FREE – Experience the vibrant sounds of live Tejano music every Sunday in June. The opening lineup includes Grupo Impozzible and Cindy Ramos. Get ready to dance as the weekend draws to a close. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

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