Hey listeners, welcome to your ultimate guide for what's popping in Houston this week – from today, Thursday, January 29, through the weekend. The arctic chill is gone, and CultureMap Houston is buzzing with rescheduled gems plus fresh thrills to shake off winter blues. Let's dive right in and get you out exploring H-Town's vibrant scene.
Kick off today at NRG Park with the 42nd Houston Auto Show, now fused for its third year with the Boat Show. From 11 a.m., wander electric cars, rugged trucks, sleek sedans, and boats – chat with experts, no sales pressure, just pure gearhead joy. CultureMap Houston calls it the ultimate "autoboative" playground. Later, Asia Society Texas screens Jafar Panahi's hilarious 2006 dramedy Offside at 7 p.m., where Iranian women disguise as men to sneak into a World Cup match – perfect for film buffs. And don't miss Ridley Scott's Blade Runner with live Vangelis score by The Avex Ensemble at 7:30 p.m., starring Harrison Ford hunting rogue replicants. Over at the InterContinental Houston, the Oyster South Symposium starts with a 5:30 p.m. Director's Welcome Reception at Armadillo Palace – think oysters, local eats, and seafood pros networking through Saturday's Shuck & Tell bash at Lott Hall.
Friday heats up with the TRISTAR Houston Collectors Show at NRG Arena from 2 p.m., packed with autographs from Karate Kid stars Ralph Macchio, William Zabka, Martin Kove, The Sandlot cast, Charlie Sheen, Dennis Rodman, ex-Rockets legends Rudy Tomjanovich and Elvin Hayes, plus Randy Quaid. Hobby Center hosts Jakari Sherman's rhythmic Our Road Home at 7:30 p.m., celebrating Freedmen's Town legacy through rap, preaching, and song. MFAH's Fashion Fusion X pits Houston Community College designers against Frida Kahlo's iconic exhibit, runway at 7 p.m. And Water for Elephants circus spectacle jumps into Memorial Hermann Broadway at Hobby Center, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday explodes with Monster Energy AMA Supercross Triple Crown at NRG Stadium – three races each for 250s, 450s, and SMX Next, gates drop around noon through 8:51 p.m. SupercrossLive.com details the full schedule, FanFest autographs, and Monster Energy Rig Riot party at 4 p.m. The List's one-year bash features Vinyl & Furniture Garden Market at 11 a.m. with DJ Malcolm Bravo, then Sheri Koko spins at 9 p.m. Burger Bodega's For the Culture pop-up honors Pakistani roots with Nihari stew, chicken biryani, and mango lassi sundaes. Harsh Noise Houston's fifth annual fest unleashes 13 experimental acts at Super Happy Fun Land from 7 p.m., CultureMap says it's H-Town's wildest noise scene.
Sunday wraps with ReelAbilities' ReelArt For All at 10:30 a.m., showcasing disabled artists like Emmett Kyoshi Wilson over brunch bites. Shepherd School of Music deconstructs operas A Joint Interest and Lucrezia at 2 p.m. – cheeky, adult-themed fun. Popovich Comedy Pet Theater delights families at 4 p.m. with 30 rescued animals juggling and clowning. Oh, and Rockets tip off vs. Dallas Mavericks at Toyota Center, 7:30 p.m., City Night vibes.
Houston's alive with revved engines, roaring crowds, and cultural fireworks – grab tickets and make memories. Thanks for tuning in, listeners – subscribe for more weekly guides. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
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