What’s happening this week in Houston? (Nov 16–22)

The three biggest things in Houston this week: the Houston Texans vs. Indianapolis Colts on Thursday, Nov 19 at 7:15 PM, Journey at Toyota Center on Wednesday, Nov 18 at 7:30 PM, and the King of Cars Custom Car Show & Culture Fest at Reliant Center on Sunday, Nov 22 at 1:00 PM. Around those three, the week is full of concerts, college games and a touring show with seven dates.

What's on early in the week (Mon–Tue)?

Monday starts small and musical. The Music of Hey Arnold! Live! is at House of Blues Houston at 7:00 PM.

Tuesday, Nov 17 is busier than you would expect:

• Buena Vista Social Club (Touring) starts its week at the Hobby Center at 7:30 PM, and it has six more dates this week. The listing notes an open captioned performance Saturday, Nov 21 at 2:00 PM, and an audio described and ASL interpreted performance Sunday, Nov 22 at 1:30 PM.
• Holywatr: Deo Gratias Tour is at White Oak Music Hall downstairs at 7:00 PM. It is an all-ages show, standing room only.
• Houston Cougars Womens Basketball vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi tips off at Fertitta Center at 7:00 PM.
• Making Peace with What I Can't Control Tour with Lysa TerKeurst and Tasha Layton is at The MET Church at 7:00 PM, with tickets listed at $33–$98.

What's good midweek (Wed–Thu)?

Wednesday, Nov 18: Journey brings the arena crowd to Toyota Center at 7:30 PM. If you would rather be in a smaller room, RAWAYANA plays 713 Music Hall at 8:00 PM (doors at 7:00, all ages), and it has one more date this week.

Thursday, Nov 19: The Texans host the Colts at 7:15 PM. The listing notes that NFL flexible scheduling can change game times, so check the event page before you head out, and that all children over 2 need a ticket. If football is not your thing, Navan - Kisses on the Moon- Tour plays upstairs at White Oak Music Hall at 7:00 PM.

What's on this weekend?

Friday, Nov 20 is a good night to pick a lane:

• Houston Christian Huskies Football vs. Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros kicks off at 6:00 PM at Husky Stadium.
• Houston Cougars Womens Volleyball vs. Colorado Buffaloes is at Fertitta Center at 6:30 PM.
• Better Than Ezra presents Legends of the Fall: Closer to the Edge Tour is at House of Blues Houston at 6:30 PM, all ages.
• BEATRIZ ADRIANA - LA BASURITA TOUR is at Arena Theatre at 8:00 PM.

Saturday, Nov 21 starts with Houston Cougars Womens Basketball vs. Houston Christian Huskies at Fertitta Center at 1:00 PM. Buena Vista Social Club also has its open captioned matinee at the Hobby Center at 2:00 PM. In the evening, laughs and music compete:

• Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out Live - The Next Generation at Toyota Center at 7:00 PM.
• CHELSEA HANDLER: THE HIGH AND MIGHTY TOUR at 713 Music Hall at 8:00 PM.
• Aterciopelados: La Pipa De La Paz 30 Años Tour at White Oak Music Hall downstairs at 8:00 PM.

Sunday, Nov 22: King of Cars at Reliant Center starts at 1:00 PM. The listing describes 200+ custom cars, live performances, DJs, vendors and activities for the whole family, presented by Slim Thug.

What's good for kids and families?

The King of Cars show on Sunday is the one that lists activities for the entire family. Several music shows this week are all ages, including Holywatr at White Oak Music Hall and RAWAYANA at 713 Music Hall. For a first live game, the Cougars volleyball and basketball games at Fertitta Center on Friday and Saturday are an easy way in. Check each event page for ticket details.

Save this: the week's top 5

1. Thursday, Nov 19: Houston Texans vs. Indianapolis Colts. Primetime football at 7:15 PM, so plan your commute early.
2. Wednesday, Nov 18: Journey. A Toyota Center night at 7:30 PM for anyone who grew up on the radio hits.
3. Sunday, Nov 22: King of Cars Custom Car Show & Culture Fest. A Houston-culture afternoon with cars, music and family activities.
4. Tuesday, Nov 17 (runs through Sunday): Buena Vista Social Club (Touring). Seven dates this week at the Hobby Center, so it is the easiest ticket to fit into your schedule.
5. Saturday, Nov 21: CHELSEA HANDLER: THE HIGH AND MIGHTY TOUR. A Saturday-night comedy outing at 713 Music Hall.

Any night this week

When the calendar is empty or you want dinner before a show, these guides work any week:

• Best Tacos in Midtown Houston: taquerias, birria and late-night spots.
• Best Bars in Greenway Plaza, Houston: patios, pubs and game-day spots.
• Parks and Trails in the Galleria and Uptown: free green escapes for a daytime reset.

Frequently asked questions

When do the Texans play this week in Houston?

The Houston Texans host the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday, Nov 19, 2026 at 7:15 PM. The listing notes NFL flexible scheduling can change game times, so check the event page before you go.

What is the biggest concert in Houston this week?

Journey plays Toyota Center in Houston on Wednesday, Nov 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM. Other shows include Navan on Thursday, Nov 19 and Better Than Ezra on Friday, Nov 20.

Is there something for families in Houston this weekend, Nov 21–22?

The King of Cars Custom Car Show & Culture Fest is at Reliant Center in Houston on Sunday, Nov 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM, and its listing mentions activities for the entire family. Cougars games at Fertitta Center on Friday and Saturday are another option.

Can I see Buena Vista Social Club in Houston more than once this week?

Yes. The touring show starts its week at the Hobby Center in Houston on Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM and has six more dates through Nov 22. An open captioned performance is Saturday, Nov 21 at 2:00 PM, and an audio described and ASL performance is Sunday, Nov 22 at 1:30 PM.