Weekends might get the most love, but two days isn’t enough to get the most out of Houston. With all the restaurants to be dined, the bars to be happy hour-ed, and concerts to be experienced, there’s plenty of amazing things to do in Houston this week. For some weekly inspiration, check out our roundup of the best things to do this week in Houston.
Top events in Houston this week
Earth Day 2025 at HMNS
The Houston Museum of Natural Science is hosting a special Earth Day celebration this Tuesday. Here, the museum will have interactive touch carts placed throughout the museum highlighting our impact on the planet. Its Astronomy team will be unhand at the Sundial to provide insight on solar while the Discovery Dome will be available for more immersive experiences.
📅 April 22, 3 pm – 7 pm
📍5555 Hermann Park Dr.
Earth Day at the Houston Zoo
The Houston Zoo will be celebrating Earth Day this year with the opening of its new Wildlife Workshop. Furthermore, the zoo will feature hands-on activities ranging from creating bird nests, birding, and plant propogation.
📅 April 22, 10 am – 3 pm
📍6200 Hermann Park Dr.
Concerts this week in Houston
Kendrick/SZA
One of the top Houston concerts of the year is set to go down this Wednesday with two of the goats. Kendrick Lamar and SZA will host a joint concert at the NRG Stadium as a part of the Grand National Tour. Tickets are still available.
📅 April 23
📍NRG Stadium
Curren$y
The prolific New Orleans hip-hop artist performs at Warehouse Live this Tuesday as a part of his 4:20 Tour. Supporting acts include Show League, J Soulja, and Andre.
📅 April 22
📍Warehouse Live
Carlos Santana
The legendary guitarist will take the stage at Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land this Wednesday as a part of the Oneness Tour.
📅 April 23
📍Smart Financial Centre
Hippie Sabatoge
The indie-electronic duo Hippie Sabotage is set to make it mellow this Thursday at House of Blues Houston. The concert will feature special performances by Two Feet and Carpetman.
📅 April 24
📍House of Blues Houston
Geordie Greep
Former frontman of noise rock outfit, black midi, Geordie Greep is going on his own this Thursday with a performance at the iconic Last Concert Cafe.
📅 April 24
📍Last Concert Cafe
RUFUS DU SOL
The Australian electronic trio is bringing their Inhale / Exhale World Tour to the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion this April, with Sofia Kourtesis set to open the show. Resale tickets are currently available.
📅 April 24
📍The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Fontaines D.C.
The acclaimed post-punk band from Dublin is set to deliver their raw, energetic sound at White Oak Music Hall this April. While the show is listed as sold out on the venue’s website, tickets can still be found through resale platforms.
📅 April 25
📍White Oak Music Hall
Top Comedy in Houston this week
Felipe Esparza
The celebrated Mexican-American comedian—famous for his hit comedy specials, roles on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Superstore, and his 2010 win on Last Comic Standing—is hitting Houston soon. On Friday, April 25, Esparza brings his At My Leisure World Tour to NRG Arena. Tickets are still available. The stand-up set will also include a performance from Nate Jackson.
📅 April 25
📍NRG Arena
Todd Barry
The understated, alternative comedian known for deadpan delivery is set to perform stand-up at The Riot Comedy Show this Friday.
📅 April 25
📍The Riot Comedy Show
Where to eat in Houston this week
Montrose Country Club
Montrose Country Club is a newly opened in oasis in Houston fit with a pool, courtyard, patio bar, and restaurant. The venue is open to the public, with pool passes available starting at $20. Its restaurant is head by Executive Chef Diego Chairello, who’s appeared on The Food Network and past resume includes his stint as the head pastry chef of Montrose’s La Sicilia Bakery.
📅 Daily
📍212 Tuam St
Where to drink this week
Houston patio bars
Enjoy the good weather while it’s here with a drink in hand at Houston’s best patio bars. From burger-slinging microbreweries, to art-spun hammock havens, this list will have the patio bar for you.
📅 Daily
📍Multiple locations