Event Calender

A curated list of the latest cultural happenings in Houston

January 2, 2026
  • TDR Dance Productions: Give It All to Jesus

    January 2, 2026  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    MATCH - Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston, 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

    The Delicate Rose School of the Arts/Dance presents this Christian-based show that utilizes dance, singing, scriptures, and storytelling to show how to have faith and "Give it all to Jesus." Everything is possible through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

    TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE

    Matchbox 1

    RUNTIME:
    90 minutes with 1 intermission

    TICKETS:
    Pay-What-You-Can
    $5 (*plus fee) and over

    *Please note that each ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.

    NO LATE SEATING

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January 3, 2026
  • TDR Dance Productions: Give It All to Jesus

    January 3, 2026  3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
    MATCH - Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston, 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

    The Delicate Rose School of the Arts/Dance presents this Christian-based show that utilizes dance, singing, scriptures, and storytelling to show how to have faith and "Give it all to Jesus." Everything is possible through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

    TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE

    Matchbox 1

    RUNTIME:
    90 minutes with 1 intermission

    TICKETS:
    Pay-What-You-Can
    $5 (*plus fee) and over

    *Please note that each ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.

    NO LATE SEATING

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  • TDR Dance Productions: Give It All to Jesus

    January 3, 2026  6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    MATCH - Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston, 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

    The Delicate Rose School of the Arts/Dance presents this Christian-based show that utilizes dance, singing, scriptures, and storytelling to show how to have faith and "Give it all to Jesus." Everything is possible through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

    TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE

    Matchbox 1

    RUNTIME:
    90 minutes with 1 intermission

    TICKETS:
    Pay-What-You-Can
    $5 (*plus fee) and over

    *Please note that each ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.

    NO LATE SEATING

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January 9, 2026
  • Twisted: The Untold Story of a Royal Vizier - Opening Night

    January 9, 2026  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
    MATCH - Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston, 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

    Become a part of the MAGIC (Kingdom) as From the Ashes Theatre Company presents this fan-favorite musical, originally produced by StarKid Productions. Join us in this hilarious reimagining of a certain House of Mouse fairy tale with heart, wit, and unforgettable songs.

    TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE

    Performances Jan. 9th - 11th, 2026

    Matchbox 4

    RUNTIME:
    2 hours 10 minutes with 1 intermission

    TICKETS:
    RESERVED SEATING
    $35 Regular
    $30 Student/Senior/Military

    Each ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.

    **This production is recommended for audiences 18 and over due to language and adult themes.**

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January 10, 2026
  • TEDxThirdWard Presents: Dream. Dare. Do.

    January 10, 2026  9:00 am - 7:30 pm
    MATCH - Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston, 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

    TEDxThirdWard is an independently organized TEDx event happening in Houston’s Third Ward. With the theme "Dream. Dare. Do.," the event showcases talks and performances that inspire curiosity, spark action, and foster collaboration.

    TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE

    Sessions (Each session is priced independently):
    Session A: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Session B: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
    Session C: 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    Session D: 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
    Session E: 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
    Closing Remarks: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

    Ticket Pricing Per Session
    $150 Premium Floor Seats
    $65 General Admission

    PLEASE NOTE:
    Each ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.
    This event is not intended for children 12 and under.

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January 11, 2026
  • Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical - Closing Performance

    January 11, 2026  2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    MATCH - Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston, 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

    The Garden Theatre is excited to be celebrating our 5th season! In honor of our anniversary, the first half of this monumental season will consist of audience favorites from previous seasons. From our second season, we are thrilled to bring back a show BroadwayWorld called "the most fun you'll have in any theatre this holiday season." Join us for the return of one of the most popular shows we've ever produced: Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical. With this return engagement in a larger venue, we are BACK and BIGGER than ever!

    TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE

    Based on the iconic film starring Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Phillippe and Sarah Michelle Geller, Cruel Intentions: The ’90s Musical pulls you into the manipulative world of Manhattan’s most dangerous liaisons: Sebastian Valmont and Kathryn Merteuil. Fueled by revenge and passion, the diabolically charming step-siblings place a bet on whether or not Sebastian can deflower their incoming headmaster’s daughter, Annette Hargrove. As the two set out to destroy the innocent girl— and anyone else who gets in their way — they find themselves playing a perilous game with only one rule: Never fall in love.

    Featuring your favorite throwback hits by artists like Boyz II Men, Christina Aguilera, REM, 'NSYNC, and, of course, Britney Spears, this sexy, hilarious, and so-very-cruel musical is “the ultimate night out” (Entertainment Weekly).

    Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical is not intended for young audiences due to strong sexual situations, drug use, and language. The intended audience is ages 16+. Parental discretion is advised.

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  • Twisted: The Untold Story of a Royal Vizier - Closing Performance

    January 11, 2026  2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
    MATCH - Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston, 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

    Become a part of the MAGIC (Kingdom) as From the Ashes Theatre Company presents this fan-favorite musical, originally produced by StarKid Productions. Join us in this hilarious reimagining of a certain House of Mouse fairy tale with heart, wit, and unforgettable songs.

    TICKETS & MORE INFO HERE

    Performances Jan. 9th - 11th, 2026

    Matchbox 4

    RUNTIME:
    2 hours 10 minutes with 1 intermission

    TICKETS:
    RESERVED SEATING
    $35 Regular
    $30 Student/Senior/Military

    Each ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.

    **This production is recommended for audiences 18 and over due to language and adult themes.**

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  • Mr. Symphonic: Shaggy with the Houston Symphony

    January 11, 2026  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    Jones Hall for the Performing Arts, 615 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

    This unique concert offers a captivating journey through the evolution of Reggae, showcasing its roots in mento, ska, and Rock Steady, all the way to contemporary Dance Hall. With Shaggy's dynamic performance and rich storytelling, you'll experience both his personal contributions and the broader cultural significance of Jamaican music. Don't miss this unforgettable evening that blends iconic melodies with symphonic brilliance!


    Tickets Here

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January 17, 2026
  • Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass & Other Delights

    January 17, 2026  7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
    Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land, 18111 Lexington Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479, USA

    This show will be an evening with Herb Alpert and his brand new Tijuana Brass. Herb along with his 6 great musicians will be playing all of your favorite 'IJB hit songs just as you remember hearing them while growing up.

    TICKETS HERE

    2025 will mark the 60th anniversary of the iconic album, "Whipped Cream & Other Delights". Herb and the band will be' performing many of those great songs in addition to many other hit songs that we all know; "The Lonely Bull", "Spanish Flea", "Taste of Honey", "Mexican Shuffle", "Tiju~a Taxi", "This Guy's In Love With You", "What Now My Love", "Zorba the Greek", "Ladyfingers", "Rise" and many other delights.

    The show runs 90 minutes and is informal as Herb loves to answer questions from the audience about his career, A&M Records and the many iconic artists like Sergio Mendes & Brasil 66, The Carpenters and Burt Bacharach that he has worked with over the past 63 years. The show features a giant video screen that displays hundreds of classic photos, videos, art and various memorabilia from Herb's music career. A really exciting show and truly a Once in a Lifetime Concert Event!

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January 19, 2026
  • MLK Unity Parade

    January 19, 2026  10:00 am - 12:30 pm
    Downtown Houston, Houston, TX, USA

    The City of Houston, in collaboration with the Black Heritage Society and the MLK Grande Parade, is proud to present the city's first MLK Unity Parade - honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    This year marks a historic moment as the Black
    Heritage Society and MLK Grande Parade unite for the first time to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's legacy.

    Together, these two iconic organizations celebrate
    Dr. King's vision of harmony and shared purpose. The
    Unity Parade will highlight Houston's vibrant culture,
    powerful tributes, and collective spirit - affirming what
    is possible when we walk as one.

    Join us as we march forward - united, inspired, and
    stronger than ever before.

    REGISTRATION & MORE INFO HERE

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January 23, 2026
  • Opening Night: The Bluest Eye

    January 23, 2026  7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
    The Ensemble Theatre, 3535 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

    Previews: January 17, 18, 21 & 22

    Opening Night: January 23, 2026

    Runs: January 23 - February 22, 2026

    Pecola Bredlove, a young Black girl in 1941 Lorain, Ohio, wants nothing more than to be loved and prays for Shirley Temple's blue eyes. Enthralling, gorgeously written, and incredibly heartrending, this stunning adaptation of Nobel and Pulitzer-winner Toni Morrison's debut novel centers tree young Black girls as they strive to make sense of love, sisterhood, abuse, and hate. 

    Tickets Here

    Rated PG-15 Play

    Sensitive language, descriptions of etc.

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January 25, 2026
  • A Conversation With Kenny Stills

    January 25, 2026  6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Class Bookstore, 3803 Sampson St C, Houston, TX 77004, USA

    From NFL spotlight to inner stillness—Kenny Stills shares a powerful story of healing through service, self-reflection, and mental health “This book is a masterclass in truth-telling, transformation, and courageous faith.

    Each chapter connects personal insight to a broader call for justice, reminding us that transformation, though not always easy, is part of answering a higher calling.

    Through vivid storytelling and raw self-disclosure, Kenny Stills also reveals how inner work translates to meaningful change in the world. This isn’t just a book; it’s a blueprint for rising up with purpose, grounded in service, and an unwavering commitment to our collective humanity.”
    —Dr. Rheeda Walker, author of The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health

    https://www.classbookstore.com/events-1/class-bookstore-presents-a-conversation-with-kenny-stills

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January 30, 2026
  • Julia Bullock, soprano; Conor Hanick, piano

    January 30, 2026  8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Wortham Theater Center, 501 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002, USA

    Grammy-winning vocalist Julia Bullock performs Olivier Messiaen’s Harawi with longtime collaborator Conor Hanick. The 20th-century song cycle is inspired by the Andes’ Quechua culture, blending jazz, folk, and nature’s sounds in this timeless story of love.
    Julia Bullock, soprano; Conor Hanick, piano | Harawi | DACAMERA of Houston

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