13 Things to Do in Houston This Week · July 2–5, 2026

Festivals & Special Events

FIFA Fan Festival Houston 2026

The official FIFA Fan Festival runs through July 19, bringing World Cup matches, live entertainment, and fan experiences to East Downtown Houston.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 2:00 PM · 2234 Lamar St., Houston (East Downtown)

Freedom Over Texas

Houston's largest Fourth of July celebration featuring fireworks, musical performances, and kid-friendly activities at Eleanor Tinsley and Sam Houston Parks.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 · Eleanor Tinsley Park & Sam Houston Park, Houston

Sports

The Cup 2026 Watch Party at The Magnolia Ballroom

Free daily World Cup watch parties at The Magnolia Ballroom in Downtown Houston, open from 2 PM to 2 AM through July 19.

Friday, July 3, 2026 2:00 PM · The Magnolia Ballroom, 715 Franklin St., Houston

Arts & Culture

Kevin James Thornton at Houston Improv

Stand-up comedian Kevin James Thornton takes the stage at the Houston Improv for a night of laughs.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 · Houston Improv, Houston

First Saturday West African Dance Class

A monthly West African dance class open to all levels, combining fitness, culture, and community on the first Saturday of each month.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:00 AM · Houston

Emerging Visions 2026 Opening Reception

Opening reception for Emerging Visions 2026, a juried collegiate exhibition at Redbud Arts Center in the Houston Heights, with juror Clare Elliott.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 6:00 PM · Redbud Arts Center, 303 East 11th Street, Houston Heights

Music & Nightlife

José Madero at House of Blues Houston

Mexican alt-rock artist José Madero performs live at the House of Blues Houston.

Friday, July 3, 2026 · House of Blues Houston

Gary Owen at Houston Improv

Stand-up comedy veteran Gary Owen performs a multi-night run at the Houston Improv July 7–9.

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · Houston Improv, Houston

Free Events

Free Yoga at the Park – Menil Park

Start your Fourth of July morning with a free outdoor yoga session at the iconic Menil Park.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 8:30 AM · Menil Park, Houston

Outdoors & Active

Praise + Pilates Motherhood Flow

A faith-filled mat Pilates class with Christ-centered music designed for pregnant and postpartum women, including breathwork, pelvic floor support, and gentle strengthening.

Friday, July 3, 2026 · Houston

Flourish Mornings at Waterwall Park

A free outdoor morning fitness and wellness event at the stunning Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 10:00 AM · Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park, Houston

Saturday Zumba Fitness

A weekly Saturday Zumba class in the Houston/Galleria area — great for the holiday weekend.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 10:30 AM · Houston/Galleria area

Family-Friendly

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!

A fun theatrical retelling of The Three Little Pigs for kids and families, running June 13 through July 12 in Houston.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 · Houston