Looking for things to do in Houston this week? You’re in the right place! From live music events and quiet brunches to colorful parties and nature walks, we put together an amazing list of things for you to do in Houston for the upcoming week.
Mosaic of Lights
If you love watching objects decked in bright, twinkling lights, the Mosaic of Light by HYBYCOZO at Discovery Green will definitely appeal to your senses. Enjoy a gorgeous play of light where shapes and shadows create geometric forms and patterns. This immersive art experience is one for the books.
During the day, the sculptures on the ground glisten in the sunlight. At night, art work hanging from the voluminous oak trees sparkle with colorful lights.
You can immerse yourself in this visual spectacle alongside weekly music events at the Mosaic Music Lounge which is sponsored by PNC Bank. Get your weekend off to a good start by catching the Mosaic of Light exhibition.
Address: 1500 McKinney Street Houston, TX 77010
Timing: February 13 to February 20, 2022, 7 p.m. onwards
Price of Tickets: Free
Website: https://www.discoverygreen.com/mosaic
Valentines Day Brunch 2021
Valentine’s Day need not only be for those in romantic relationships. Here’s your chance to have a memorable day with your favorite group of friends.
Grab your single friends and paint the town red (literally) with the Galentine’s Day Brunch. You’ll be provided with all the art supplies you’ll need. But book early, since each classroom can only accommodate 25 participants.
Address: 11002 Westheimer Rd Houston, TX 77042
Timing: February 13, 2022, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Price of Tickets: $55
Website: https://www.primarypaintparty.com/event-details/galentines-day-brunch-2
Houston Super Bowl Sunday Soul Food Festival
There’s nothing like starting your week with a delicious treat for your tummy! At the Houston Super Bowl Sunday Soul Food Festival, indulge in good for the soul comfort food from local Houston caterers and restaurants.
You’ll also find clothing, jewelry, and healthcare items from small local businesses. Your tickets cover the entrance to the festival and are non-refundable.
Address: 9401 Knight Road, Houston, TX 77045
Timing: Sunday, February 13, 2022, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Price of Tickets: $0- $60
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/houston-super-bowl-sunday-soul-food-festival-tickets-206028876917
Children’s Story Hour at Hermann Park
Here’s something you can do with your kids on Friday morning. Herman Park hosts Children’s Story Hour every week. Your children will appreciate enthralling stories that are different every week. After the storytelling session, they can also participate in fun activities like learning to plant and picture coloring.
Address: McGovern Centennial Gardens, 1500 Hermann Drive, Houston, TX 77004
Timing: February 18, 2022, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Price of Tickets: Free
Grooves of Houston’s Free Fridays
Looking to start your weekend with a bang? Make your way to Grooves of Houston’s Free Fridays event. It’s an opportunity to enjoy good drinks, wonderful music, and great company.
This is probably the city’s most popular happy hour. It takes place right before the weekend followed by a late-night party later on. Entry is free all night.
Address: 2300 Pierce Street, Houston, TX 77003
Timing: February 18, 2022, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Price of Tickets: Free
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grooves-of-houstons-free-fridays-happy-hour-4-9pm-no-cover-wrsvp-tickets-201081148127
Black Owned Business Exhibition
If you’re a fan of culture, heritage, and art, this exhibition should be at the top of your list. This is Houston’s largest black-owned business exhibition where you’ll get to shop from the city’s best vendors.
Enjoy the wide array of food, books, handcrafted products, clothes, cosmetics, and jewelry. There will also be music by DJ Moto and plenty of parking spaces around.
Address: Bayou City Event Center, 9401 Knight Road, Houston, TX 77045
Timing: Sunday, February 13, 2022, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Price of Tickets: $0- $60
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-owned-business-exhibition-houston-edition-tickets-159909923887
Jazz On Valentine’s Concert
Gear up for a happening Valentine’s Day party as you celebrate love, romance, and friendship with jazz singer-songwriter Raquel Cepeda. Featuring a collection of classic jazz standards with some of her own compositions, Cepeda has managed to win the Houston audience’s heart over the years.
Address: 3400 Main Street Houston, TX 77002
Timing: February 14, 2022, 8 p.m.
Price of Tickets: $45 -$75
Website: https://matchouston.org/events/2022/jazz-valentines-concert-2022
Seismique- Experiential Art Museum
Suitable for people of all ages, Seismique is Houston’s popular experiential art museum. The facility is spread over an impressive 40,000 square-feet. Seismique offers guests over 40 unique exhibits teeming with stunning light displays. Be dazzled by nine million LED lights, sound, color, and other elements.
Featuring works by several emerging and established artists, this art and entertainment center offers impressive installations with holograms, lightmapping, augmented reality, projection mapping, gamification, and more.
Address: 2306 Highway 6 S Houston, TX 77077
Timing: Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Monday to Thursday 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.; closed on Tuesday
Price of Tickets: $35 for adults and $28 for children 12 and under; VIP ticket- $45 for adults and $38 for children
Website: https://seismique.com/
Party at Sesame Street Live
Gear up for a day filled with wholesome fun, edutainment, and happiness. Sesame Street’s Live Let’s Party is coming to Houston this week!
Enjoy the day with your kids. Watch and listen to lively songs on one of the world’s most famous streets. You can also take part in the interactive show with your little ones for a fun-filled day you’re sure to remember.
Learn new songs or sing along to your familiar favorites. Marvel at Abby Cadabby’s magic or build a snowman with Elmo. There’s a long list of things you can do at this party for kids and kids at heart. If you grew up to Sesame Street, what could be better than sharing a childhood favorite with your own kids?
Address: One NRG Park Houston, TX 77054
Timing: February 13, 2022 – 10:30am, 2:00pm
Price of Tickets: Starts at $22
Website: https://www.nrgpark.com/
The Buffalo Bayou Park Wellness Walk
Love walks, silence, and the outdoors? This Wellness Walk at Buffalo Bayou Park should be right up your alley. Your wellness walk will be led by Urban Paths founder Laura Conely.
You also get to engage in health-related discussions that range from physical wellness and mental health to the benefits of spending time in nature.
Address: 1800 Allen Pkwy &, Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77019
Timing: February 16, 2022, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Price of Tickets: Free
Website: https://buffalobayou.org/event/buffalo-bayou-park-wellness-walk/2022-01-26/
Conclusion
Whether you’re an outdoor fanatic, an art lover, or a foodie, the beautiful city of Houston has many things to offer. Grab your diaries, schedule a date with your children and partner, or call your friends. There’s a lot going on during the week of February 13. Make sure to catch some of these events!
Do you have a favorite haunt in Houston? Let us know in the comments below!