June 9: See a popular ’80s band
Duran Duran will perform at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion as part of their 2023 tour with Nile Rodgers, Chic and Bastille.
- 7 p.m.
- $29.95 (lawn seating), $95 and up (covered seating)
- Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
- 281-364-3010. www.woodlandscenter.org
June 9: Enjoy country music and barbecue
Goode Co. Armadillo Palace is hosting multiple country artists this summer. Guests are invited to enjoy the live music and the restaurant's food options that include queso, chicken skewers and green chile empanadas. For the June 9 date, Kyle Park will perform.
- 8 p.m. doors open; 9 p.m. show starts
- Advance tickets can be purchased online for $12, $18; Day-of tickets $15, $23
- Goode Co. Armadillo Palace, 5015 Kirby Drive, Houston
- 713-526-9700. www.thearmadillopalace.com
At Katy Summer Nights, families can see a movie at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Park. Participants are asked to bring chairs and blankets, and there will be food and drinks available for purchase. No glass, alcohol or pets are allowed, and all minors must be accompanied by an adult.
- 6-9 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- VFW Park, 6202 George Bush Drive, Katy
- 281-391-4840. www.cityofkaty.com
Children can meet Donald Duck on his birthday at The Woodlands Children’s Museum. Donald Duck will be available for photos, to enjoy activities and to sing “Happy Birthday.” Children must be accompanied by adults throughout the event.
- 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
- $8
- The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands
- 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org
The iCode School hosts a kids game night while giving their parents a break. The kids can play games, such as Minecraft, Roblox and Fortnite.
- 6-9 p.m. (Fridays)
- $30 per student (pizza and drinks are included)
- iCode School, 25282 Hwy. 290, Ste. 260, Cypress
- 832-653-9010. www.icodeschool.com/cypress
The Conroe Parks and Recreation Department will host its Movie in the Park series. Selections include “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” (June 9) and “Tom & Jerry” (June 16). Guests can bring blankets and lawn chairs. Concessions will be available for purchase.
- 8:15 p.m. (movie starts)
- Free (admission)
- Heritage Park Place, 500 Collins St., Conroe
- www.cityofconroe.org
A moderator will lead a panel of women winemakers, owners and experts along with tasting stations and a multicourse wine meal.
- 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
- $135
- The Club at Carlton Woods, 1 Carlton Woods Drive, The Woodlands
- 713-557-5732. www.wineandfoodweek.com
June 10: Support a local artisan market
More than 100 local artists and creatives will be part of an artisan market in downtown Houston at Post Houston. Guests can enjoy a live DJ, complimentary cocktails, a professional photo booth and cuisine from at least 15 different restaurants.
- Noon-7 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Post Houston, 401 Franklin St., Houston
- 713-999-2550. www.posthtx.com
Second Saturday in Second Ward is a neighborhood block party and community market held in Houston's historic East End. This monthly market brings together local makers and artisans for a hyperlocal shopping experience. The event features over 30 Houston-area vendors, including many from the East End, along with various activities and attractions, such as a guided bike ride, Angie's Pizza pop-up at Land and Sea, a live band at Santana, an after party at Wonky Power, and more.
- 4-9 pm
- Free (admission)
- The Plant, 3401 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston
- Viewer.mapme.com/sssw
In honor of National Outlet Shopping Day, Katy Mills is offering shoppers a chance to enjoy incredible deals on popular brands, limited-time giveaways and special experiences throughout the center. This event celebrates the thrill of finding great deals and will feature activities for the everyone, including face painting, a ballon artist and a selfie station.
- All day
- Free (admission)
- Katy Mills, 5000 Katy Mills Circle, Katy
- www.simon.com/mall/katy-mills/stream/national-outlet-shopping-day-is-june-10-11-6220010
The city of Montgomery is hosting a movie night in the park with a screening of “Finding Nemo.” Food vendors will be available.
- 7 p.m. (movie starts)
- Free (admission)
- Cedar Brake Park, 21358 Eva St., Montgomery
- www.montgomerytexas.gov
Attendees of the 1886 Market Street market will be able to peruse a variety of unique vendors while enjoying live music and refreshments.
- 7-11 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 1886 Humble Backyard, 7015 Manor Way, Humble
- www.theliveableforest.com
Hancock Whitney Bank, in partnership with The BridgePath and NAREB, is hosting a Housing & Financial Health Expo. This event is designed to connect residents who dream of owning a home with industry professionals who can provide resources and guidance for their homeownership journey. The expo will feature breakout sessions covering various topics, such as the mortgage loan process, credit management, banking products and services, wealth-building tools, and closing cost and down payment assistance.
- 10 a.m.-noon
- Free
- Peter C. Fogo Recreation Center, 914 W. Hart Ave., Pasadena
- www.hancockwhitney.com/events/pasadena-homeownership
Bridgeland is hosting a Discovery Home Tour, inviting interested homebuyers to explore model homes in various villages within the community. The tour will take place over three weekends in June and offers the opportunity to discover the available homes in Parkland Village, Prairieland Village, Creekland Village and Bridgeland Central.
- 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Free
- Addresses vary
- www.bridgeland.com/discovery
The city of Tomball will host 2nd Saturday at The Depot, where attendees can enjoy a screening of “Little Big League.” The movie will start at dusk, and there will be kid-friendly activities, such as inflatables and a whiffle ball home run derby. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks. There will also be a snow cone truck on site.
- 6-10 p.m.
- Free
- Historic Depot Plaza, 201 S. Elm St., Tomball
- www.tomballtx.gov
The Woodlands Pride presents its inaugural summit, Talking with Pride. The event includes speakers and panels discussing mental health, small business, advocacy and other topics pertaining to the LGBTQ community.
- 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
- $50-$100
- Sam Houston State University Center The Woodlands, 3380 College Park Drive, The Woodlands
- www.thewoodlandspride.org
The Texas Music Festival is taking place at the University of Houston and features a range of activities, including concerts, free music performances and a competition for young musicians. During the day, TMF serves as a premier summer training program for young orchestral musicians. In the evenings, Houstonians can enjoy over a dozen concerts where TMF's young musicians perform alongside talented artists.
- 6:30 p.m. (preconcert music and lecture), 7:30 p.m. (festival orchestra concert)
- Free (admission)
- Moores School of Music, 3333 Cullen Blvd., Room 120, Houston
- 713-743-3009. www.uh.edu/kgmca/music/events/festivals/tmf
HERPS Conroe Exotic Reptile and Pet Show is coming to Conroe to feature reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, feeders and supplies. All will be available for purchase at discounted prices.
- 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Sunday)
- $12 (adult admission), $5 (kids ages 5-12), free (children age 4 and under)
- Lone Star Convention and Expo Center, 9055 Airport Road, Conroe
- www.herpshow.net
The Charles Bender Performing Arts Center will host A Tribute to George Strait featuring Derek Spence with Southern County Line.
- 7 p.m.
- $20
- Charles Bender Performing Arts Center, 611 Higgins St., Humble
- 281-446-4140. www.humblepac.com
The Wine Rendezvous Grand Tasting and Chef Showcase features demonstrations and culinary offerings from 35 restaurants competing to be the winner of the Chef of Chefs Culinary Awards as voted by a panel of judges. The event features hundreds of wines, and wine enthusiasts will be in attendance.
- 7-10 p.m.
- $150
- The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
- 713-557-5732. www.wineandfoodweek.com
DaVinci Artists Gallery will hold its final art exhibition, at which attendees will have the chance to browse all kinds of art, including oils, acrylics, watercolor and ceramics. The art exhibited will be available for sale, and there will also be snacks and refreshments.
- 5-8 p.m.
- Free
- DaVinci Artists Gallery, 315 W. Main St., Tomball
- www.facebook.com/davinciartists
Peruse 300 tables of guns, ammo, knives, and hunting and shooting accessories at this event hosted by Premier Gun Shows. Attendees must be age 21 or accompanied by a parent to enter the gun show.
- 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (June 10), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (June 11)
- Free (children 11 and under and uniformed peace officers), $9 (military discount), $10 (general admission), $15 (weekend pass)
- Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble
- 817-732-1194. www.premiergunshows.com
Texas Best Music Fest is returning to Katy, with acts that include Deborah Duncan, Hayden Baker, and Bill and Kim Nash. Proceeds benefit Champions Kid Camp, which nurtures children who have survived a traumatic injury, illness or personal loss—such as the loss of a parent or sibling.
- 2-2:30 p.m.
- $20
- Mo’s Place, 21940 Kingsland Blvd., Katy
- 832-449-3743. www.texasbmf.com
Coffee & Cars, in partnership with Porsche North Houston, presents Kollectiv: Festival of Porsche, a celebration of the brand's 75th anniversary. The event will showcase over 100 classic and contemporary Porsche automobiles at City Place Plaza in North Houston. Attendees will have the opportunity to admire a wide variety of Porsche models, including air and water cooled variations, as well as rare and special edition creations.
- 10 a.m-2 p.m.
- Free
- City Place, 1250 Lake Plaza Drive, Spring
- www.cityplacenow.com
Peruse more than 80 local artisans at Vibe Artisan Markets’ annual summer market. The dog- and child-friendly event will feature live music, food trucks and craft beer.
- Noon-5 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Megaton Brewery, 808 Russell Palmer Road, Kingwood
- 346-600-5166. www.vibeartisanmarkets.com
The Second Sunday Pickers will perform acoustic music outdoors, with musical genres that include country-and-western, bluegrass, folk, gospel, Cajun and blues. Visitors are welcome to bring an instrument to play along.
- 2-4 p.m.
- Free
- Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center, 20634 Kenswick Drive, Humble
- 281-446-8588. www.pct3.com