Best things to do in Houston this weekend: September 9-11, 2022

Bill Burr performs a Friday night set at the Toyota Center | Photo: Koury Angelo; courtesy of Netflix

Take a tour of H-Town’s weekend highlights with our Houston 365 guide to the best things to do in Houston this weekend, Friday, September 9 through Sunday, September 11, 2022.

Each weekend, Houston has many events around town, but what are the highlights that can help you plan an enjoyable weekend outing?

We’ve narrowed down our extensive weekend guide to bring you some of our favorite things to look forward to from Friday to Sunday.

Looking for more things to do? Dig into all of our weekend picks with the Houston 365 Weekend Guide, or check out our calendar for even more events, activities, and things to do this weekend.

Top 15 Things to Do in Houston This Weekend: September 9-11, 2022

Cumbia night in Axelrad | Friday, September 9 | No cover – Special guest DJs and live bands bring all the cumbia beats to Axelrad’s outdoor stage, with Boombox Taco on site for your food truck fare. 7pm to 1am.Comedian Bill Burr at the Toyota Center | Friday September 9 – Fresh off a new Netflix release, Live at Red Rocks, the longtime entertainer and actor descends downtown on his Slight Return Tour. $54.50 or more. 7 p.m.Mexico at the Heart at Discovery Green | Friday, September 9 | FREE – Immerse yourself in the colors, art and music of Mexico with mariachis, folkloric ballet and more in this production featuring over 50 performers in stunning traditional costumes. 19h to 22h.Along the Euphrates: The Music of Iraq and Syria at the Hobby Center | Friday September 9 – Immerse yourself in the music of one of the oldest cultures on the planet as the Arab National Orchestra performs at Hobby’s Zilkha Hall. $85 and up. 8 p.m.

“México en el Corazón” returns this week to Discovery Green | Photo: Johnny Than; courtesy of CKP Group

5th Annual Jaipur Houston Literature Festival at Asia Society Texas | Friday September 9 and Saturday September 10 – Internationally recognized local authors and writers headline this two-day event, dubbed “the greatest literary spectacle on earth.” The weekend includes panels and discussions, a dinner and more, all celebrating the hope and community books can offer. $20; $5 for students. $50 for a weekend pass. Friday from 19:00 to 22:00; Saturday from 10am to 6pm.My Name Is Not Mother at Wortham Center | Friday September 9 and Saturday September 10 – Embark on a fun journey through motherhood with internet sensations Tiffany Jenkins, Meredith Masony and Dena Blizzard. The trio of comics share their take on motherhood through the sleepless nights of the toddler years, the craziness of middle school, and trying not to physically attack a high school student. $40 to $60. 19:30 both nights. Polish Harvest Festival at the Roman Catholic Church of Our Lady of Czestochowa | Friday September 9 to Sunday September 11 | FOR FREE – Based on the centuries-old Polish tradition of Dozynki, a jubilee celebration of the end of the harvest, the Polish Harvest Festival combines traditional and modern elements with food, drink and entertainment, plus a Children’s Corner offering a area full of exciting games, expensive. painting, bounce houses and more. Although attendance is free, food and drinks are at your own expense. Times vary.Houston Astros vs. Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park | From Friday September 9 to Sunday September 11 – The Astros host Shohei Ohtani and the Angels for the last time this season in a weekend that includes a Justin Verlander 90s jersey giveaway, a Kyle Tucker bobblehead and First Responders Day with a commemorative coin for to the first 10,000 followers. . $12 and up. Times vary.Houston Symphony presents Cirque de la Symphonie at Jones Hall | From Friday September 9 to Sunday September 11 – Aerialists, balancers, contortionists oh! there will be three opportunities throughout the weekend to lose yourself in the sights and sounds of this special family-friendly show by the Houston Symphony. $29 and up. Times vary.Houston Ballet presents Peter Pan at the Wortham Center | Friday September 9 to Sunday September 11 | Opening weekend – Houston Ballet presents a reinterpretation of Sir James M. Barrie’s classic tale, Peter Pan, with flight sequences, sword fights, giant puppets and more. $25 and up. Times vary.

The Texans start their first season at home this Sunday | Courtesy of the Houston Texans

Mid-Autumn Festival at the Children’s Museum Houston | Saturday, September 10 – The Vietnam Science and Culture Association partners with the Children’s Museum of Houston for a Mid-Autumn Festival featuring a lion dance, costume and lantern contests, story time and more. $15 for ages 1 and up. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Fall Craft Market at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft | Saturday, September 10 | No cover – The Museum District outpost for contemporary craft artists hosts a local artisan and maker market where you can shop for crafts and products while enjoying artist demonstrations, food and music. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Hemptember Market at Railway Heights Market | Saturday, September 10 | No cover – Celebrate the arrival of fall with this hemp-centric market filled with over 40 local vendors, a live DJ, food and drink, dancing and lots of good vibes. Shop for candy, jewelry, clothing, tarot and more. Free admission; $25 for a High Pass that includes a gift bag with over $100 worth of sponsor merchandise. From 4 to 10 p.m.Stereolab in concert at White Oak Music Hall | Saturday, September 10 – The dreamy avant-pop group stops in Houston on their US tour in support of Pulse of the Early Brain, the fifth installment in their Switched On compilation series. $37.50 and up. 8 p.m.Houston Texans vs. Indianapolis Colts at NRG Stadium | Sunday, September 11 – The Texans open the 2022 NFL season at home against division rivals Indy. $69 and up. midday

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Longtime Houstonian Justin Jerkins keeps an eye on all kinds of happenings in H-Town, including brewpubs, sports, concerts, must-see destinations and more, while serving as editor-in-chief of 365 Things to Do at Houston.

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