Houston’s temps are on the rise, and we predict a major heat wave of events and performances this May.
Don’t miss Nicki Minaj’s jaw-dropping performance at the Toyota Center on May 9.
5/9
NICKI MINAJ
The queen of hip-hop drops down in Houston for one night only to celebrate her fifth studio album, Pink Friday 2—the sequel to her 2010 debut album Pink Friday. Sing along to favorites like “Pink Friday Girls,” “Anaconda,” “Super Bass” and more. Toyota Center,nickiminajofficial.com
5/10-11
HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS IN CONCERT
Scared, Potter? The Houston Symphony pays homage to the magic of Hogwarts as they take on the iconic story of Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets. The performance features the movie played in high-definition while a live orchestra performs John Williams’ unforgettable score. Jones Hall,houstonsymphony.org
5/10-6/2
THORNTON WILDER’S THE EMPORIUM
This May, head to the Alley Theatre for its latest play: Thornton Wilder’s The Emporium. Completed by Kirk Lynn and directed by Rob Melrose, the play tells an exhilarating story of a young man who is adopted by a farmer and runs away to the big city—only to discover it is all just a metaphor. Neuhaus Theatre,alleytheatre.org
5/11
2ND ANNUAL EMPIRE STATE JAZZ FESTIVAL
Houstonians, music is in the air at Discovery Green. Presented by Empire State Jazz Café, Houston’s latest live music and modern supper club, the festival celebrates its second year in H-Town with a full lineup of smooth jazz performers, delicious dining options (think Jamaican, Soul and Creole cuisine from Nyammings Fusion Bistro), drinks and much, much more. Discovery Green,empirestatejazzfest.com
The Houston Symphony’s May lineup includes Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in concert, The Music of Star Wars and more.
5/11-12
SUGAR LAND JAZZ FESTIVAL
Don’t miss Sugar Land’s first jazz festival this May. Expect a smorgasbord of electrifying performances, craft foods and signature sips. As for the lineup? Think Boney James, Robert Glasper, Tower of Power, Vincent Ingala and more. Crown Festival Park,sugarlandjazzfestival.com
5/16-19
PASADENA STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
The annual Pasadena Strawberry Festival is back and better than ever. The weekend is jam-packed with a myriad of flavorful events and contests—think mutton busting, Pasadena Idol, BBQ cook-off, Strawberry Festival parade and much more. Did we mention you can also grab a bite of the world’s largest strawberry shortcake? Save us a piece! Pasadena Convention Center and Municipal Fairgrounds,strawberryfest.org
5/17-19
THE MUSIC OF STAR WARS
The Houston Symphony transports you to a galaxy far, far away with four special performances of music from the iconic Star Wars universe. Each performance showcases music from all nine films in the Skywalker saga, as well as special selections from Rouge One and Solo. Jones Hall,houstonsymphony.com
5/29
TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB
I can tell just what you want… A Two Door Cinema Club concert to kick off summer. That’s right, folks; the iconic alternative band is making its way to Space City for an unforgettable night at White Oak Music Hall. You can expect hits like “What You Know” and “Undercover Martyn,” as well as new music from their latest single, “Happy Customers.” White Oak Music Hall,twodoorcinemaclub.com
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