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Check Out These 10 Fun Things Happening In Houston This Weekend
Farmer's markets, Doomsday Wrestling, concerts in the park and a lot more are happening nearby this weekend.
This is the last weekend in April and as most head toward the upcoming Cinco de Mayo weekend, you will undoubtedly be looking for cool adventures in Houston, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, and other within the vastness of the Bayou City,
Here are a few events happening in and around the Houston area this weekend:
Friday:
Da Camera JAM| Discovery Green| On Friday, April 26, join Discovery Green for Da Camera JAM, a free concert series that celebrates Jazz Appreciation Month throughout the month of April. The April 26 concert features a performance by Mwenso & the Shakes.
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Darlene Love in Concert @ Miller Outdoor Theater| This free event takes place at 8:15 p.m. under the stars. This will be a treat for any music lover.
Celtic Woman @ Smart Financial Centre| Sugar Land| the all-female Irish duo, brings their beautiful artistry and sound from the Emerald Isle to the Smart Financial Centre April 26. The "Ancient Land" tour features a range from Celtic tunes to modern songs that are not only pleasing to the ear but are a pleasure to watch as well. Click here to get your tickets to the April 26 show. Don't forget to enter the promo code "PatchTickets10" at checkout to get 10 percent off. TickeNetwork is a Patch promotional partner
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Saturday:
Harvest Green Farmer’s Market in Richmond| This cool market place happens each Saturday rain or shine from 8 a.m. until noon, and features wares from local artisans, homegrown products and a whole lot more.
Tomball Farmer’s Market| Tomball | Saturday 8 a.m. 1 p.m.| Come out and enjoy the small town ambiance of Tomball’s depot as you shop local products. You’ll be glad you went.
Doomsday Wrestling Live at Market Square| The following Saturday, head to Market Square Park for an evening of headlocks and hijinks with the wackiest wrestlers in town for Doomsday Wrestling LIVE. Described as being like the WWE—but intentionally funny—Doomsday Wrestling has been entertaining Houston since 2003 with its unique brand of over-the-top “comedy wrestling.”
Lounge on the Lawn at Midtown Park| Saturday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and it’s Free| Lounge on the Lawn will feature diverse cuisine, live entertainment and family-friendly fun on the lush 30,000 square foot lawn. The event will offer a glimpse into the nearby arts community with live performances by The Ensemble Theatre Houston, MET dance Company & Center, the Houston Poet Laureate (D.E.E.P.), and Main Street Theater - Houston. There will also be interactive classes with the Brazilian Arts Foundation. FiTMiX Yoga & Latin Fitness Studio, ILL TRIBE, and YOUniverSOUL Fest 2018.
Sunday:
7th Annual West Houston Food Truck Festival| noon- 4 p.m.| You may eat yourself into a bit of a food coma chowing down at any of the 17 most popular food trucks in H-town. Tickets are $8 at the gate and does not include food and drink purchases.
tastytrade’s He Said, She Said Tour at House of Blues | Sunday 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.| Who knew investing and finance could be so hip?
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