Posted by Natalie Dulaney | Aug 26, 2024 | Things To Do In Houston, Things to Do in Houston this Weekend | 0
Free and Cheap Events in Houston this weekend of August 30
Our top picks for Things to do in Houston this weekend of August 30.
- Friday: and Houston Craft Beer Month 2024
- Saturday:Beneeezy Purple Monkey Fun Run and Salsa Night
- Sunday:Labor Day Drone Show
- Monday: Labor Day Fun at Lone Star Flight Museum
Get the detailed list below!
Editor’s Note: Our writers work hard to bring you the most up-to-date information. However, all information is subject to change! As always, please verify with the organizer before heading out!
In case you are wondering about the choice of listings in this article, here is how we come up with our recommendations.
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TOP PICK! Elevate Your Home at the FREE Katy Home Improvement Expo
Katy Home Improvement Expo
Are you dreaming of a home makeover just in time for the holidays? Look no further than the inauguralKaty Home Improvement Expo, coming to the Merrell Center on September 7th and 8th.
This FREE event, brought to you by the experienced team behind the popular Katy Home & Garden Show, promises a weekend filled with inspiration, expert advice, and exclusive deals for all your home improvement needs.
- Dates:September 7th – 8th
- Time:Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm | Sunday, 11 am – 4 pm
- Location:Merrell Center, Katy, Texas
- Admission: FREE
TOP PICK! Labor Day Weekend in Galveston
Labor Day Weekend in Galveston
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Galveston Island Wine Festival, where culinary artistry meets exquisite vintages. Witness a technological marvel as hundreds of drones illuminate the night sky. And of course, no Labor Day Weekend would be complete without a dazzling fireworks display over the Gulf.
Whether you’re seeking family-friendly fun, cultural immersion, or simply a chance to unwind and pay tribute to the American worker, Galveston has something special in store for you this Labor Day Weekend.
Free Events in Houston this Weekend
Transcending Borders: The Ramayana Project
This cross-cultural smash hit tells the classic epic of the Ramayana and it’s coming to the Miller Outdoor Theater this weekend! Watch the extraordinary tale of Prince Rama, sulfused with love, war, and adventure, come to life before your very eyes in a new and original style filled with music and the dance traditions of South and Southeast Asia.
When: Friday, August 30, 2024 | 8 pm
How Much: Free
The Happening XXI
Enjoy the monthly experimental performance art and open mic showcase of the Orange Show on its sprawling campus. No two events will ever be the same.
When: Friday, August 30, 2024 | 6 pm – 9pm
How Much:Free
Blues, Brews, & BBQ: H-Town Players
Image credit: Sugar Land Town Square
Get ready for an electrifying evening of Blues, Brews, and BBQ that will keep you grooving ’til the stars come out this weekend.
The Zydeco Dots will be serving infectious energy with their music while Williams Smokehouse BBQ & Blues will be serving their mouth-watering Creole Candy Wings, ice cold beers, and signature Muddy Waters co*cktails.
When: Saturday, August 31, 2024 | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
How Much:Free
Galveston Island Labor Day Fireworks
After enjoying all the Labor Day festivities Galveston has to offer, head to the Seawall blvd with the family to enjoy an exhilarating Labor Day Weekend firework show.
When: Saturday, August 31, 2024 | 8:30 pm
How Much:Free
Blackwood Skyfarmer’s Market
Shop, taste, and celebrate all things local and nutritious at the Blackwood Skyfarmer’s Market! The rooftop Outpost pavilion is also open, with local, sustainable living on display in a picturesque oasis nestled amidst the urban skyline.
When: Sunday, September 1, 2024 | 2 pm – 6 pm
How Much: Free
Things to do in Houston this Weekend – Friday
Houston Restaurant Weeks 2024 Around Greater Houston
Houston Restaurant Week is back for its 21st year featuring amazing cuisine from almost 400 restaurants around the Greater Houston Area. Head out and eat at your favorite restaurants or explore new places at set prices for brunch, lunch, and dinner.
When: Friday, August 30, 2024 | 8 am – 10 pm
Where:Multiple locations across Houston
How Much: Pix fixe meals: $25 for brunch and lunch | $39 or $55 for dinner
Magic, Music, and Mayhem
Enjoy a day of music with Ben Jackson’s live one-man show “Magic, Music, and Mayhem.” Be amazed by unexplainable sleight-of-hand magic, dazzling piano playing, and feats of the mind.
When: Saturday, August 30, 2024 | 4 pm
How Much: Starts at $55
Houston Craft Beer Month 2024 Around Greater Houston
Image credit: Holler Brewing Co
Celebrate Houston’s vibrant beer culture while supporting a worthy cause at the Houston Craft Beer Month! Until Labor Day, pubs will be offering a variety of bundles and packages priced at $25. This will include a mix of exclusive beer tastings, pairing sessions, flights, limited edition brew releases, and various activities. A portion of all sales will go to support the Houston Food Bank.
When: Friday – Sunday, August 30, 2024 | 11 am – 11 pm
Where:Multiple locations across Houston
How Much: $25
Labor Day Night Run 5k/ 10k Houston
Break a sweat in this small, private group run with other runners and run pacers through a beautiful route in Eleanor Tinsley Park.
When: Friday, August 30, 2024 | 7 pm – 9 pm
How Much: Starts at $35
Free and Cheap Events in Houston this Weekend – Saturday
Beneeezy Purple Monkey Fun Run
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Join the 20th Annual Beneeezy Purple Monkey Fun Run 1K, 5K, and 10K and help raise funds for the Ben Garcia Memorial fund this weekend.
When: Saturday, August 31, 2024 | 7:30 am
How Much:$25 – $40
Early Labor Day
Celebrate Labor Day a bit earlier at the James Bear Award-winning bar Julep! They’ll be offering $1 Gulf Oysters all day.
When: Saturday, August 31, 2024 | 4 pm – 11:30 pm
How Much: No cover
Salsa Night
Dance the night away doing salsa without sweating under the summer heat in the air-conditioned comfort of the Houston Botanic Garden’s Global Collection Tent. There will be a live salsa set from DJ DelSur and salsa dancing lessons by Angel Ramirez.
When: Saturday, August 31, 2024 | 5:30 pm – 8 pm
How Much: $25
Things to Do in Houston This Weekend – Sunday
Labor Day Drone Show
Image credit: Visit Galveston
The skies of Galveston will light up with hundreds of drones this Labor Day Weekend! Stay tuned and snag your seat early while enjoying some pre-show entertainment. The drones will take-off above Shearn-Moody Plaza around 8:30 pm.
When: Sunday, September 1, 2024 | 7:30 pm – 9 pm
How Much: Free
Things to Do in Houston This Labor Day Weekend – Monday
Labor Day Fun
Bid goodbye to summer with a fun Labor Day filled with amazing aircraft, out-of-this-world exhibits, flight simulators, and more at the Lone Star Flight Museum.
DC-3, Howard 250 and Rover tours will be offered from 10:30 am until 2 pm and there will also be exciting STEM experiences for all ages, drawings, crafts, and more.
Last but not least, there will be free hot dogs, chips, and a drink starting at 11 am, while supplies last.
When: Monday, September 2, 2024 | 10 am – 5 pm
How Much: $10
Labor Day at Axelrad
Head over to the neon garden with your friends and enjoy happy hour specials from open ’til 7 pm, including $3 mimosas, $4 wells, and $5 margs, house wine, and micheladas. You can also get 20% discounts on Frozens and “Fancy Pants” beers.
Aside from the drinks, there will be a free movie screening at sundown and a comedy show at 8 pm.
When: Monday, September 2, 2024 | 2 pm – 11:30 pm
How Much: Free
Taste of Renaissance Festival at Traders Village Houston
Taste of Renaissance Festival at Traders Village Houston
Hear ye, hear ye! Prepare to be transported to a world of wonder and merriment at theTaste of Renaissance Festival at Traders Village Houston!
This enchanting event promises a day filled with captivating performances, delightful music, and unique experiences!
When:Sunday, September 8th, 2024, from 12 pm to 5 pm
Where:Traders Village Houston, 7979 N Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77041
How Much:Admission is FREE | Parking is only $6
For more details and updates about this event and all other exciting events and promos, visittradersvillage.comor followTraders Village Houstonon social media.
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