Weekend Guide for Juneteenth in Houston: June 19-23, 2024

Houston is gearing up for an exciting weekend filled with Juneteenth celebrations, Pride festivities, and a variety of events happening all around the city. From art exhibitions to live music performances, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a rundown of some of the top things to do in Houston this weekend:

All Weekend Long:

• 4th Annual "And Through Their Eyes Grow Thorns" Exhibition at MATCH: Explore storytelling through a queer lens of color with paintings, sculpture, and more. Times vary.
• Ice House Radio at Brasil: Enjoy live DJ broadcasts on the patio at Brasil Cafe in Montrose. Times vary.
• Fade To Black Play Festival at MATCH: Experience new short play works by African American playwrights. $45 and up. 8pm.
• Catastrophic Theatre presents "Tamarie’s Texas Toast!" at MATCH: A summer production celebrating the Lone Star state. Pay-what-you-can. 7:30pm.
• Desde El Alma: Songs from the Heart starring Camille Zamora at Hobby Center: Enjoy music by renowned soprano Camille Zamora. $49 and up. Friday 7:30pm; Saturday 7pm.
• Comedian Matt McCusker at Houston Improv: Delight in stories and adventures from the co-host of "Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast." $100 for 4, and up. Times vary.
• The Sklar Brothers at the Secret Group: Enjoy back-to-back nights of comedy with the twin brother comics. $20. Friday 8pm; Saturday 8pm and 10pm.
• Houston Autograph & Sports Card Show at Bayou City Event Center: Meet sports stars and shop for memorabilia. Free on Friday; $10 on Saturday and Sunday. Times vary.
• International Gem & Jewelry Show at NRG Center: Shop for unique jewelry and gemstones directly from manufacturers. $6 and up. Times vary.
• Cyclone of Memories: An AstroWorld Exhibition at Houston Toy Museum: Relive memories of Houston’s beloved theme park with souvenirs and collectibles. $14; $10 for ages 65+; kids pay their age up to 13. Noon to 6pm.
• Houston Astros vs. Baltimore Orioles at Minute Maid Park: Catch a game and snag giveaways. $25 and up. Times vary.
• ImagineNation Kid Expo at Katy Merrell Center: A family-friendly expo with activities for kids. $10, valid for both days. Free for ages 3 and under. 10am to 6pm.
• Houston Symphony presents "Jurassic Park" at Hobby Center: Watch the movie with a live orchestra. $50 and up. Showtimes vary.

Juneteenth, Wednesday, June 19, 2024:

• 45th Annual Al Edwards Juneteenth Celebration at 1859 Ashton Villa: Live reading of General Order No. 3 at the official Juneteenth historic monument. 10am to 11am.
• Juneteenth: Free Admission at Holocaust Museum Houston: Explore the Kinsey African American Art & History Collection. 10am to 7pm.
• Juneteenth Family Fun Day at Reedy Chapel AME: Community block party and historic reenactment. 1pm to 6pm.
• Embers of Freedom & The Art of Poetry at Houston Museum of African American Culture: Celebrate Juneteenth with performances. 2pm and 4pm.
• Juneteenth Elevated Kickback Experience at Freedmen’s Town Visitor Center: Juneteenth celebration with food, music, and art. 4pm to 8pm.
• Drive-By Truckers in Concert at House of Blues: Southern rock group performance. $39.50 and up. 7pm.
• DIIV in Concert at White Oak Music Hall: Dream pop band performance. $32. 7pm.
• RuPaul’s Drag Race Trivia Night at City Orchard: Trivia night with fabulous prizes. 7pm.
• Houston Dynamo FC vs. Seattle Sounders at Shell Energy Stadium: Soccer match observing Juneteenth. $19 and up. 7:30pm.
• Juneteenth with Dominique Hammons at Central Cultural Center: Live music, comedy, and poetry in Galveston. $18.65. 8pm to 10:30pm.

Thursday, June 20, 2024:

• Lunch & Learn Speaker Series with Dr. Goodwin at the Heritage Society: Discussion on Texas Slave Narrative. $10. Noon to 1pm.
• Lego Night at Decant Urban Winery: Building Lego creations at a winery event. $14.99. 5pm.
• Plant + Paint at No Label Brewing Co.: Paint a terracotta pot and receive a houseplant. $40. 6pm to 9pm.
• Rosé All Day Dinner at Brenner’s on the Bayou: Four-course dining experience with rosé wines. $175. 6:30pm.
• Author Patricia Briggs at Murder By The Book: Book signing event. $30. 6:30pm.
• Table of Nations with Chef Jennifer Sebasigari at The Lymbar: Five-course dining experience. $98. 6:30pm.
• Salsa Night at Post Houston: Dance lessons and social dancing. Free with RSVP. 7pm.
• Little Big in Concert at House of Blues: Russian band performance. $25. 7pm.
• Comedian Troy Bond at Houston Improv: Comedy show. $120 for 4, and up. 7:30pm.
• Junior Brown in Concert at the Heights Theater: Country guitarist and singer performance. $26 and up. 8pm.

Friday, June 21, 2024:

• Apollo Chamber Players: Summer Solstice at Rothko Chapel: Music event on the Summer Solstice. Pay-what-you-can. 8am and noon.
• Crawfish Boil: Celebrating Juneteenth at Frost Bank Third Ward: Free crawfish boil event. 2pm to 4pm.
• Pride by the Pint Brewfest at Millenium High Street: Pride Weekend event with breweries and vendors. $5 and up. 6pm to 8pm.
• International Day of Yoga at Discovery Green: Yoga and dance event. 6pm to 9pm.
• The Murder Mystery Co. presents "A Dance with Death" at Pinstripes: Interactive murder mystery event. $59. 7pm.
• Jazz Films by John & Faith Hubley at MFAH: Short films celebrating jazz artists. $9. 7pm.
• Make Music Day with Houston Heights Brass at Eastern Glades at Memorial Park: Music celebration event. 7pm.
• Caifanes & Café Tacvba in Concert at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion: Mexican rock legends performance. $39.50 and up. 7:30pm.
• "Remember the Titans" Movie Screening at Trebly Park: Free movie screening event. 8pm.
• The King Cole Legacy Experience at Miller Outdoor Theatre: Music event honoring Nat King Cole and Natalie Cole. Free. 8:30pm.
• Comedian Max Amini at Arena Theatre: Comedy show. $55 and up. 8:30pm.
• Jesse Daniel in Concert at Last Concert Cafe: Country western singer performance. $16. 9pm.
• Puro Pinche Party at White Oak Music Hall: Latin music dance event. $15. 9pm.
• Emo Nite at Warehouse Live Midtown: Emo music night. $16. 9pm.
• Cid DJ Set at Bauhaus: DJ set event. $10. 10pm.
• Lilly Palmer DJ Set Noto Houston: Techno music event. $25 and up. 10pm.

Things to Do on Saturday, June 22 & Sunday, June 23, 2024:

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With so much happening in Houston this weekend, there’s no shortage of fun and exciting activities to enjoy. Whether you’re interested in art, music, comedy, or sports, there’s something for everyone to experience in the city. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to make the most of your weekend in Houston!