Looking for something to do in the Bellaire, Meyerland and West University Place area in August? Check out this guide featuring local events to attend! Find more or submit events at communityimpact.com/event-calendar. Submitting details for consideration does not guarantee publication.
Aug. 4: Watch a Shakespeare play
The tale of "Macbeth" is coming to Hermann Park as part of Houston’s Shakespeare Festival. Discover the story of a Scottish general and his wife who are plunged into a murderous quest by the prophecy of three mysterious witches.
- 8:15 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston
- www.milleroutdoortheatre.com
Aug. 4: Learn about sneaker culture
Calling all sneaker heads for a sneaker-inspired market that will combine collectors and local emerging artists for a night infusing fashion and self-expression.
- 6-11 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Finn Hall, 712 Main St., Houston
- www.finnhallhou.com
Aug. 8, 22: Feast on kosher barbecue
Catch the summer vibes with family-centered events at the Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center. Preorder a kosher barbecue dinner from Laykie’s Gourmet Cafe that includes pulled barbecue brisket, grilled “shwarma” chicken on a stick served with pita and hummus, or hot dogs for the kids.
- 5:30-8 p.m.
- Free (admission); dinners cost $6-$15
- Evelyn Rubenstein JCC, 5601 S. Braeswood Blvd., Houston
- www.erjcchouston.org
Aug. 12: Practice yoga at Menil Park
A family- and pet-friendly yoga session is taking place in Menil Park’s open grass area. Guests can participate in 90 minutes of Ashtanga yoga and meditation with Yoga for Change USA. Limited mats are available for public use.
- 8:30-10 a.m.
- Free; donations welcome
- Menil Park, 1400 Richmond Ave., Houston
- www.eventbrite.com/e/free-yoga-in-the-park-with-yoga-for-change-usa-tickets-575040701217
Aug. 16, 23, 30: Work not from home
Ever wonder what it’s like to work from a shared office space? Local Office Bellaire is offering days where guests can check out the office space while getting work done in a co-working environment.
- 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Free
- Local Office Bellaire, 4909 Bissonnet St., Bellaire
- www.localoffice.com
Aug. 18-20: Attend a mariachi festival
Performing Arts Houston is partnering with the Mariachi Festival to celebrate the fourth annual celebration of music. Mariachi musicians from across Texas will hit the stage, including the all-women Mariachi Mariposas, Mariachi 7 Leguas and the Mariachi Imperial de America.
- 7 p.m.
- Tickets start at $30.
- Wortham Center, 501 Texas Ave., Houston
- 713-227-4772. www.mariachifestival.com
Aug. 20: Enjoy brunch, live jazz
Guitarist Greg Petito will provide the jazz performance while guests dine on contemporary American dishes and brunch cocktails.
- 11 a.m.
- Free (admission); brunch purchase required
- The Lancaster Hotel, 701 Texas Ave., Houston
- www.dacamera.com