Our Guide to the Best Weekend Ever in Houston
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THERE’S SO MUCH TO DO IN HOUSTON, it’s sometimes hard to land on the perfect activity to unwind from a hard week’s work. Houstonia’s Thursday column, Plan My Weekend, is here to help. Stop scrolling through endless “things to do” ideas and follow our curated, day-by-day plan for the best weekend ever in Houston.
Friday, April 25
Watch our local bat colony
Downtown | Starts at 7:20pm | $24–30
Did you know that Houston is home to hundreds of thousands of bats? Sail across Buffalo Bayou while witnessing some of the city’s incredible biodiversity. The 90-minute guided tour will allow you to watch more than 250,000 Mexican free-tailed bats emerge from under the Waugh Drive Bridge while learning about how the creatures contribute to the Bayou City’s ecosystem. Don’t worry about bringing along a garlic clove—there’s no risk of this species turning into vampires.
1019 Commerce St
Saturday, April 26
Visit an arts festival
Sugar Land | 10am–5pm | Starting at $10
Join the Sugar Land Cultural Arts Foundation in the fourth rendition of the Sugar Land Arts & Music Fest at the Smart Financial Center. Celebrate the artistic talent of the region as you enjoy art, food, wine, and live music. This year, artists Too Much to Say, Vel Lewis, Gary-Michael Dahl Band, and Yacht Rock USA will be performing for visitors. There will also be several food vendors on site, so come with room to eat.
18111 Lexington Blvd
Sunday, April 27
Get Jazzy
Downtown | Noon–8pm | Free
Make your way to Post for an afternoon of live smooth jazz tunes. The Houston Professional Musicians’ Association (HPMA) is hosting its fourth annual HPMA Jazz Fest with an eclectic lineup of styles in honor of Jazz Appreciation Month. Enjoy big band, modern jazz, funk, swing, and more as you shop. There will be two main stages—the Z Atrium at Eden Plant Co. and the Outpost rooftop—to suit different listening preferences.
401 Franklin St
