The Rodeo, Holi, crawfish season and more! Springtime is in our midst leaving the colder days behind. Embrace the blossoming flowers, sunlit brunches, and open-air happy hours while the temperature allows. Read on to discover 31 magnificent things to do in Houston this March.
1. Experience Magical Candlelight Concerts
Whether you’re looking for a beautifully unique classical music performance or a romantic candlelit experience, this performance is for you. You don’t need to know all things Tchaikovsky to enjoy the evening, simply sit back and savor the stunning atmosphere and pieces you’ll hear.
Walk into one of Houston’s most exquisite buildings where the walls will be flickering by candlelight to create a magical atmosphere. Prepare to be taken into the clouds with some of the most treasured wintertime classics from Tchaikovsky, Vivaldi and other master composers!
2. Pony Up at Rodeo Houston
It’s that time of the year, y’all. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo returns on March 2 with an incredible line-up of concerts, fair food out of your wildest imagination, as well bull-riding, rides, shopping, agricultural events, and much more!
3. Witness the Blood Moon Total Lunar Eclipse
Keep your eyes peeled to the skies this early March for the appearance of the ‘Blood Moon’ total lunar eclipse. From March 2 – March 4, the celestial phenomenon will see the moon taking on a deep, red-orange color for nearly an hour.
4. Folklore Festival at Karbach Brewery
Houston’s very own Ren Fair returns for its fourth year on February 28 and March 1. The two-day festival takes place at Karbach Brewery, featuring over 25 local vendors, live music, D&D, magic, food trucks, and more. Celtic groups, aerialist performances, and raffles are also on the docket.
5. Moon 2 Mars Festival
The 5th annual Moon 2 Mars Festival lifts off this March! Located at Space Center Houston, the four-day festival is set to feature a galaxy of fascinating exhibitions, cutting-edge technology as well as food, drinks, and performances including a concerts from The Wallflowers and 311.
6. The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
The “weirdest event of the year” lands in Houston this March. The Oddities & Curiosities Expo will take over the George R. Brown Convention Center for two days. Imbued with a punk-rock, DIY ethos, the expo will feature over 200 vendors as well as workshops in everything from taxidermy to entomology classes as well as sideshow performances, tarot readings, and more.
7. Crush Crawfish
Yeah, we love the holidays, but when it comes to food it’s really hard to beat peak crawfish season in the Bayou City. If you’re not throwing a crawfish boil of your own, you can get your hands dirty – and belly full – at our 10 favorite crawfish joints in Houston.
8-11. Stop and Smell The Roses
While the city is more reminiscent of an urban jungle, there does lay lush pockets of flora manifested in parks, trails, and gardens. Discover Houston’s tiny pockets of Eden this season at these 10 gorgeous Houston gardens.
- Hermann Park in Houston is full of wonder. It’s home to a railroad, a zoo, an outdoor theater, and much more. Any one of these spots is worth a visit, but if peace of mind is what you’re looking for, take a stroll through their Japanese Garden.
12. Pay Homage to Texas Bluebonnets
Early to mid March is when bluebonnets begin to bloom! If you’re looking to spot bluebonnets in Houston, there are a few destinations to see splashes of the spring flower, but for the full experience, we recommend taking a trip to the best bluebonnet destinations in Texas.
13. See All The Movies
Fever has an incredible deal for you! Check out the listings and movie times of our participating AMC movie theatres in Houston, get your Fever ticket, and go have fun! Whether it’s a rainy afternoon or a special date night, AMC Theatres® has your tickets to all the best dramas, action flicks, and everything in between, with just a click of a button.
14-17. Hit the Dive Scene
Houston thankfully has plenty of places to take shelter in a flurry of rain: whether to escape the weather, shoot a round of pool, grab a cheap beer, or to play a song on a jukebox, consult this list to discover where to go.
- An homage to small Texas town dives, specifically the town of Ezzell, EZ’s Liquor Lounge is a late-night vintage bar adorned in Americana relics, hand-crafted furniture, and glowing neon light.
- Those who leave up their festive decorations year round, like the people over at Grand Prize Bar, are complete freaking lunatics – and we love them for it.
- La Carafe Wine Bar is a historic haunt housed in a building that’s stood for over a century and remains to be the oldest in the city of Houston.
18-21. Explore Houston’s Awesome Markets
Markets are surging in Houston these days. Recently, the city has been blessed with not one but two mixed-media markets, that which continue to host headlining musicians, art galleries, expositions, and excellent eateries.
- The former USPS warehouse as a new a cutting-edge, multi-purpose, multi-layered facility with a complete technical re-design, multiple double-helix staircases, a trio of skylit atriums, and a FIVE-ACRE ROOFTOP PARK.
- Lyric Market, owned and operated by Hospitality HQ, hones predominately on dining and chef-driven experiences.
- Ironworks, a 60,000-square-foot industrial building and development in East End has in the past few years transformed into a cultural hub using over 20 re-purposed shipping containers.
22-24. Elevate Your Lifestyle at these Houston Rooftop Bars
Nothing quite says “living the highlife” like clinking glasses on a city rooftop. Touch the sky this season with a brunch, evening, or nightcap on the most jaw-dropping rooftops in Houston.
- The Coffee House at West End is now open at 802 Shepherd Dr., that is, a three-story coffee shop that features top-notch joe, a cozy interior, and a stunning rooftop with sweeping views of the Houston skyline.
- Located at 903 Hutchins Street, Tulum HTX is a multi-level, black-owned restaurant and bar features Caribbean cocktails, scratch-made Mexican dishes, and a rooftop patio to take it all in.
25. Visit a Local Farmers Market
Get the freshest of produce as well as local goods, artisanal eats, and crafted trinkets this season at one of Houston’s farmers markets. Year round, you can find a farmers market open somewhere in Houston!
