🎉The new year is here, and it’s already buzzing with incredible events to keep your calendar full.
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❄️ Jan. 6-19: Bumper Cars on Ice
Get ready for some icy fun at Houston’s only outdoor ice-skating rink with bumper cars on ice! Perfect for all ages, this timeless ride takes a thrilling twist. No experience needed—just hop on and enjoy the ride!
📍 Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St., Downtown Houston
🕒 Recurring daily, Jan. 6-19
💵 Tickets: $20 (plus tax) for a 7-minute ride; must be 42″ tall to ride.
🎭 Jan. 7-12: The Book of Mormon
Don’t miss the nine-time Tony Award®-winning The Book of Mormon! Hailed as “the best musical of this century” by The New York Times and “the funniest musical of all time” by Entertainment Weekly, this outrageously hilarious show follows the adventures of two mismatched missionaries on a journey to spread the Good Word.
📍 Hobby Center, 800 Bagby, Houston
🕒 Showtimes: Jan. 7-12, 7:30 p.m.
💵 Tickets: Starting at $40 (plus applicable fees)
🎭 Jan. 10-11: as long as there is in me
Experience the enchanting winter program from ISHIDA Dance Company, as long as there is in me, featuring world-class dancers and acclaimed choreography from Europe and North America. Highlights include the haunting world premiere soul-writer by ISHIDA, the US premiere Waltz by Drew Jacoby, and It’s Happening Now by Mauro Astolfi. This is a must-see evening of dance and storytelling.
📍 Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, 800 Bagby St.
🕒 Showtimes: Jan. 10-11, 7 p.m.
💵 Tickets: Starting at $38. Visit the website for details.
👰 Jan. 11-12: Bridal Extravaganza
Get ready to plan your dream wedding at Houston’s premier Bridal Extravaganza! This two-day event features over 250 wedding vendors, fashion shows, cake tastings, floral displays, and more. Perfect for brides, grooms, families, and planners alike, this show is your one-stop destination for wedding inspiration and planning essentials.
📍 George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida de Las Americas
🕒 Jan. 11-12, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
💵 Admission: First 1,000 general admission tickets are free; view details online.
🎭 Jan. 11, 18, & 25: The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show
Unleash your inner detective at The Dinner Detective, America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show! Enjoy a delicious plated dinner while solving a hilarious whodunit—where the culprit could be anyone, even your tablemate!
📍 6633 Travis St., Houston
🕒 Saturdays, Jan. 11, 18, & 25, 6–8:30 p.m.
💵 Admission: $76.95 (includes dinner and gratuity)
🎶 Jan. 12: Vanisha Gould Quartet – Rising Star Jazz Artists at The Eldorado Ballroom
Experience the soulful artistry of Vanisha Gould, inspired by legends like Billie Holiday and Joni Mitchell. Her acclaimed album She’s Not Shiny, She’s Not Smooth showcases her humor, depth, and pathos.
📍 The Eldorado Ballroom
🕒 Showtimes: 5 p.m. & 7 p.m.
💵 Choose What You Pay tickets
🥬 Jan. 12, 19, 26: East End Farmers Market
Experience the vibrant blend of culture, cuisine, and community at the East End Farmers Market on Navigation! Hosted by the East End District, this weekly market offers fresh fruits and vegetables, farm and dairy products, prepared foods, and unique handcrafted items—all in the heart of one of Houston’s most historic neighborhoods.
📍 Navigation Esplanade, 2600 Navigation Blvd.
🕒 Sundays, Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
💵 Admission: Free
🎤 Jan. 15: Houston All-Pro Comedy Showcase
Get ready to laugh the night away with the Houston All-Pro Comedy Showcase! Featuring the city’s best local talent, this jam-packed lineup promises a hilarious evening you won’t forget.
📍 1204 Caroline St., Houston
🕒 Jan. 15, 7 p.m.
💵 Admission: $11.55 (General), $17.90 (Preferred)
🎶 Jan. 17: Imani Winds with Michelle Cann – From Paris to Harlem
Celebrate the Grammy-winning Imani Winds in a dynamic performance highlighting the French-American musical connection, joined by acclaimed pianist Michelle Cann.
📍 Zilkha Hall, The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
🕒 Showtime: 7:30 p.m.
💵 Tickets start at $46
🤠 Jan. 17-18: Professional Bull Riders: Unleash the Beast
Prepare for heart-pounding action as PBR’s Unleash the Beast returns to Houston! Witness the world’s best bull riders face off against fierce bovine athletes in this thrilling two-night showdown at Toyota Center.
📍 Toyota Center, 1510 Polk St., Houston
🕒 Jan. 17-18; times vary
💵 Visit website for ticket details
Calling all coffee enthusiasts! Join this fun-filled event at Eleanor Tinsley Park and conquer a 5K, 10K, or Half-Marathon. Enjoy the camaraderie, set your pace, and take home a special shirt to commemorate your run.
📍 Eleanor Tinsley Park, 500 Allen Parkway, Houston
🕒 Jan. 18, 7–10 a.m.
💵 Visit website for registration details
🎶 Jan. 18–19: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in Concert
Experience the magic of the wizarding world as the Houston Symphony performs the score to Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban live! Watch Harry’s thrilling adventures on the big screen while the orchestra brings every spellbinding moment to life.
📍 Jones Hall, 615 Louisiana St., Houston
🕒 Showtimes: Jan. 18 & 19
💵 Admission: Visit the website for ticket details
🌶️ Jan. 18: 9th Annual Hops n’ Hot Sauce Festival
Spice up your weekend at the Hops n’ Hot Sauce Festival! Enjoy fiery food samples, a growing list of spicy vendors, craft beer, food trucks, and the intense Hot Pepper Eating Contest.
📍 Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Pkwy, Humble
🕒 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
💵 $10 at the door; Free for ages 11 and under.
🎶 Jan. 18, 25: Live Music at Goode Co. Armadillo Palace
Kick-off 2025 with an incredible lineup of live performances at Goode Co. Armadillo Palace! Enjoy soulful country, honky-tonk, and Americana acts while savoring authentic Texas fare like Cantina Queso and Damn Goode Margaritas.
📍 Goode Co. Armadillo Palace, 5015 Kirby Drive, Houston
🕒 Showtimes:
The Broken Spokes & Johnny Falstaff: Jan. 18, 9 p.m.
Slade Coulter with Hank Weaver: Jan. 25, 9 p.m.
💵 Tickets: Starting at $12 (21+ only)
🏃♂️ Jan. 19: Chevron Houston Marathon 2025
Join runners from around the world for the 53rd Chevron Houston Marathon! Experience the excitement of race day as participants tackle the Chevron Houston Marathon, Aramco Houston Half Marathon, or the We Are Houston 5K. With Texas hospitality and cheering crowds, it’s a can’t-miss event for runners and spectators alike.
📍 George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida de Las Americas
🕒 Jan. 19, 7 a.m.–2:30 p.m.💵
Admission: Visit the website for race registration details
🎉 Jan. 20: MLK Grande Parade 2025
Celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. at the vibrant MLK Grande Parade! Enjoy lively music, dance, and community spirit as Houston comes together for this annual tradition. Perfect for all ages, this event promises a memorable morning of unity and celebration.
📍 Houston Community College – Central Campus, 1300 Holman St.
🕒 Jan. 20, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
💵 Admission: Free (includes free venue parking).
What if Juliet rewrote her story? Created by the Emmy®-winning writer of Schitt’s Creek, this hilarious and empowering musical flips the greatest love story ever told. Follow Juliet as she crafts a bold new beginning, set to pop anthems like “Since U Been Gone” and “Roar.”
📍 800 Bagby, Houston
🕒 Showtimes: Jan. 21–26, times vary
💵 Admission: Find ticket information here.
🎷 Jan. 25: Lakecia Benjamin and Phoenix
Alto saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin combines jazz, hip-hop, and soul in a vibrant performance. With five Grammy nominations, she’s a must-see artist reshaping the jazz landscape.
📍 Wortham Theater Center
🕒 Showtime: 8 p.m.
💵 Tickets start at $46
Join Memorial Park Conservancy and H-E-B for Live at Live Oak, a music series celebrating cultural holidays and the vibrant diversity of Houston. Enjoy live performances, complimentary treats, soft drinks, bottled water, and fun giveaways—all free and open to the community!
📍 6501 1/2 Memorial Drive, Houston
🕒 Jan. 25 & Feb. 22, 5–8 p.m.
💵 Admission: Free
🎭 Jan. 28–30: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by Open Dance
Follow Dorothy on her enchanting journey through the magical Land of Oz in this dynamic adaptation by Open Dance Project. Perfect for all ages, this performance blends athleticism, aerial silks, acrobatics, and humor to bring this classic story of friendship and courage to life.
📍 The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, 800 Bagby St., Houston
🕒 Jan. 28–30, showtimes vary
💵 Admission: Visit website for ticket details
🎹 Jan. 28: Alexandre Kantorow – Romantic Transformations
Witness the Houston debut of Alexandre Kantorow, 2024 Gilmore Artist Award winner and youngest Gold Medalist of the Tchaikovsky Competition. Enjoy a breathtaking recital featuring works by Liszt, Brahms, Rachmaninov, and Bach.
📍 Wortham Theater Center
🕒 Showtime: 8 p.m.
💵Tickets start at $51
🎭 Jan. 28–Feb. 2: Mean Girls: The Musical
Straight from Broadway, experience the hilariously witty Mean Girls: The Musical! Created by an award-winning team including Tina Fey and Jeff Richmond, this hit production follows Cady Heron as she navigates high school drama, frenemies, and Queen Bees in a story that’s as funny as it is fetch.
📍 The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, 800 Bagby St., Houston
🕒 Jan. 28–Feb. 2, showtimes vary
💵 Admission: Starting at $40
🚗 Jan. 29–Feb. 2: Houston Automotive Show
Explore the latest in the automotive world at the Houston Automotive Show! From state-of-the-art electric vehicles to robust trucks and luxury sedans, this year’s show is packed with something for every car enthusiast.
📍 NRG Stadium Tours, One NRG Park, Houston
🕒 Jan. 29–Feb. 2, times vary
💵 Admission: Visit website for ticket details
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