40 Memorial Day Weekend Events, Discounts & Deals in Houston

1. Motown Dancin’ In The Streets at Miller Outdoor Theater | May 22-24

Houston’s beloved “Motown & More Show” returns for another unforgettable, soul-filled weekend featuring the city’s hottest talent. We’re taking you back down memory lane, with the greatest soul, funk, and R&B classics of all time.

Sing along to the timeless hits of Marvin Gaye, Chaka Khan, and The Isley Brothers; groove to the sounds of Rick James, Whitney Houston, and SWV. And of course, get ready to two-step to the legendary sounds of Frankie Beverly & Maze. This isn’t just a concert revue — it’s a tribute to culture, community, and the music that shaped generations.

Produced by Bacement Foundation for the Arts, Dancin’ In The Street celebrates local talent and curates a performance with some of the best that Houston has to offer!

All performances at Miller Outdoor Theatre are FREE!

2. Krystal’s

Krystal is bringing back its popular Sackful Deal just in time for Memorial Day! On May 26, customers can get 12 Original Krystals (sliders) for just $12 or level up with 12 Cheese Krystals for $15. This deal is available online and in-store.

3. Marco’s Pizza

Marco’s Pizza is taking Memorial Day to the next level with its Crowd Pleaser Bundle. This bundle can feed five people and features two medium 1-topping pizzas, CheezyBread and CinnaSquares for $24.99, with code FEED5.

4. Houston TX Hot Chicken

Houston TX Hot Chicken is making catering a Memorial Day party easier, with 20% off its catering packages and family bundles. This deal is only valid through the brand’s app from May 24-26.

5. Dickey’s BBQ

Dickey’s is helping elevate Memorial Day celebrations by offering $10 off Group Packs. Options include the Big Yellow Box Classic Sandwich, Picnic Pack, Family Pack and Build Your Own Big Yellow Box — all perfect for any Memorial Day celebration. Each pack typically includes a choice of meat, salad and side items.

6. Long John Silver 

The restaurant offers a 10% military discount all year long at participating Long John Silver locations when you show your valid military ID. And on Military Mondays—like Memorial Day—that discount increases to 20% off your order.

7. Dairy Queen

Certain Dairy Queen locations offer military and veterans discounts, some up to 50% off select items or orders. But the discounts can vary by store; check with your local DQ for more information.

8. Cicis Pizza

Cicis Pizza generally Cicis offers an up to 10% – 25% discount to military members, including active duty, veterans, and their immediate families.

9. Price Drop! Casper Sleep Element Mattress

There’s no shortage of Casper fans of NBC Select — many of us sleep on the brand’s mattresses, pillows and sheets. The Element is a 10-inch high, medium-firm mattress made from layers of perforated memory foam, which relieve pressure points across your body and keep you cool all night, according to the brand.

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10. Half Off! Anker Solix C1000 Portable Power Station

Save 50% on one of Anker’s newest portable power stations before you bring it on that next spring camping trip or tailgating session come fall. This one packs more than enough power for small appliances like portable electric stoves, heaters and more.

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11. Price Drop: Weber Master-Touch

Weber topped our guide to the best grills, and now this similar charcoal model just went on sale. Several colors are discounted, with prices starting at $275. It features a 22-inch grilling surface, a built-in thermometer and a compact design that should fit on most patios.

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12. GAP Organic Cotton VintageSoft T-Shirt Price Drop $15.00

Extra 30% off 5+ styles or 20% off 3+

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13. $100 off Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Headphones

This older version of our pick for the best over-ear headphones is still an impressive value, especially when it goes on sale. They’re comfortable, have great sound quality and are $100 off in all three colors ahead of Memorial Day. 

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14. Up To $150 off Apple 13-Inch MacBook Air M4

Apple’s newest MacBook Air quickly became one of our favorite laptops, and now it’s on sale for one of the first times. Several colors — including the new Sky Blue — are included in the sale, with all-time low price drops at up to $150 off.

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15. FM Kitchen & Bar | Memorial Day Weekend

The patio bar and kitchen is extending its weekend brunch service to Memorial Day Monday, rocking eats from chilaquiles to banana foster french toast, plus $5 beers, $7 frozen cocktails and all-day happy hour. fm kitchen & bar

16. Hamsas Drink Specials | Memorial Day Weekend

On Memorial Day weekend, Hamsas is launching alcoholic and non-alcoholic snoballs, created tableside. The restaurant is also offering two specialty hummus flavors from now until Labor Day — Onion Garlic Jam Hummus and Spicy Octopus Hummus. houston,events

17. Dish Society Military Discount and Wine Special | May 26

In addition to the all-day café’s daily 20 percent discount for all military veterans, active military members, first responders, police and fire personnel (with valid ID), Dish Society will honor the national day of remembrance by hosting a Monday brunch from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at all locations. Monday specials also include $15 bottles of wine.

18. Daily Gather Military Discount | May 26

Daily Gather honors veterans, active military members, first responders, police and fire personnel every day with 20 percent off their purchase with valid I.D. The restaurant will be serving a special Monday brunch from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. followed by the usual social hour (2 to 5:30 p.m.) and dinner service. houston,events

19. Christian’s Tailgate: Drink and Food Deals | May 26

Memorial Day brings $20 domestic buckets, $5 bomb pop frozen margaritas and $2 hotdogs all day.

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20. Deeply Rooted: Celebrating Music in Houston | May 23

Kinetic Ensemble closes out its milestone 10th season with a program tracing and celebrating its Houston roots. The evening features no less than three premieres: a new work by composer Mason Bynes (who hails from Sugar Land, and is now based in New York) that expands upon her school-age hobby of composing musical telegrams for friends and classmates; the Texas premiere of In Light of Sound by genre-defying artist Evan Ziporyn, written for Kinetic’s residency at MIT earlier this Spring; and a short fanfare by founding member, violinist-composer Giancarlo Latta. The program concludes with Benjamin Britten’s Variations on a Theme of Frank Bridge, which is a nod to Kinetic’s first performance in 2015 that featured this work. Celebrate 10 years of collaborative music-making and “thoughtful, incisive programming” (Arts and Culture Texas) with Kinetic! 

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21. Skip Day Houston | May 23

22. Pearland Wine Fest | May 24

23. Summer Kick-Off Pool Party | May 24

Get ready to make a splash! Join the Hyatt Regency Houston for an unforgettable Pool Party high above the city with unbeatable Downtown Houston views and all the vibes you’ve been waiting for!

Saturday, May 24th | 2:00pm – 6:00pm

• Day Pass (all amenities included in the Day Pass)
• Poolside food and beverage available to purchase
• Specialty frozen cocktails available for purchase
• Exclusive tastings and sponsored perks provided by Sun Cruiser
• Live DJ entertainment
• Pool floats available for use

Adults 18+ only.

24. Dave East From the Dirt Tour | May 25

Don’t miss rapper/actor Dave East in Houston this Memorial Day Weekend at Warehouse Live Midtown. 

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25. AO Curates FREE Houston Pop-Up Shop at Westheimer 6 Plaza | May 25

AO Curates host a Houston Pop Up Shop at Westheimer 6 Plaza in Eldridge/West Oaks in West Houston.

Everyone is welcome at the curated shopping experience showcasing the best of independent African brands. Guests can discover unique, handcrafted products and immerse themselves in the creativity and creations of talented designers.

The pop-up will features women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, accessories, home scents and candles, kids accessories, and more.

Explore participating vendors and designers.

26. Memorial Day Ceremony at Galveston Naval Museum | May 26

Galveston Naval Museum hosts a Memorial Day Ceremony and tribute honoring the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. There will also be live music, cupcakes, and more. Admission Free museum admission and parking from 9am to 11am.

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27. Candlelight Concert: Tribute to The Beatles at Lone Star Flight Museum | May 23

Fever presents a candle lit Tribute to The Beatles concert amongst the classic planes in the hangar at Lone Star Flight Museum. The live, 60-minute, multi-sensory string musical experience will feature the Fab Four’s classic hits—including “Blackbird”, “Eleanor Rigby”, “Here Comes the Sun”, and more beloved favorites. Check out the concert’s full tentative set list. Future dates may be available or added. 

28. National Maritime Day in Galveston | May 22

The Port of Galveston hosts a free, family-friendly National Maritime Day Celebration and 200th Anniversary Kickoff celebration at Pier 21. Explore vessel tours, including a U.S. Coast Guard cutter, and browse maritime booths packed with history and hands-on learning. There will be a commemorative ceremony at 10am.

Admission is Free

29. Houston Astros v Seattle Mariners at Daikin Park | May 22

The Astros face off against the Seattle Mariners in a 4-game series at Daikin Park in Downtown Houston.

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Tickets start at $21. Order tickets or learn more.

30. Free Family Movie Night at Discovery Green | May 24

31. House Party Vibes at Around the Corner | Every Friday

House Party Fridays is our way of bringing it all back — no velvet ropes, no sections, just pure energy and vibes like the house parties we grew up on.

Expect an open format of hip hop, R&B, remixes, and dance classics all night long. 

32. Hatha Outdoor Yoga presented by UTHealth Houston | May 24

Saturdays, 9-10 am

A basic vinyasa yoga class for enhanced awareness and a strong, healthy body led by Andria Dugas.

FITNESS presented by UTHealth Houston

All fitness levels are welcome in this free fitness series at Discovery Green. Registration is requested on site. Bring a towel and water, as well as a mat for yoga classes. Visit discoverygreen.com/fitness for updates.

33. Make Your Own Kite at Discovery Green | May 24

Saturday, May 24; 12 – 3 pm

Learn how to use recycled newspapers and simple supplies to make your kite! Then go fly it.

Celebrate the Artist in Everyone

Discovery Green invites you to unleash your creativity with a series of workshops led by the Orange Show Center for Visionary Art, designed for all skill levels. 

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34. Port Houston Free Tour | Tuesday through Saturday

Port Houston offers free, 90-minute round-trip, educational cruises along the Houston Ship Channel. Embarking from the port’s Sam Houston Landing, visiting sightseers can enjoy passing views of international cargo vessels, and operations at the port’s Turning Basin Terminal. Measuring 95 feet in length and 24 feet in width, the boat carries a maximum capacity of 100 passengers, with air-conditioned lounge seating and additional standing room on the boat’s rear deck. 

The tour is free, but reservations are required in advance. Enhanced port security measures require photo identification for passengers ages 18 and older. Register online anytime (https://porthouston.com/sam-houston-boat-tour/registration/) or call 713-670-2631, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Tours take place Tuesday through Saturday.

35. Ladies Night Feat. DJ Kid Capri | May 23

Drinks. Cigars. Hookah. It’s the Ladies Night Pool party with sounds by the legendary Kid Capri at Encore. 

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36. Summer Soiree with Kenya Moore and Erana Tyler | May 24

Houston Cigar Week presents Summer Soiree that you DON’T wanna miss. Special attendees include Kenya Moore and Erana Tyler. This is the celebration you’ve been waiting for! Come dressed to impress and bring your girls — it’s a whole vibe! Hit link below for tickets.. which are going FAST.

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37. Baddies Pool & Day Party | May 24

Natalie Nunn is inviting all the baddies out to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with a day party at Sekai. 

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38. Meek Mill at Sekai | May 25

Philly’s own will touch down in H-Town May 25 at Sekai. More info at the link below.

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39. Mariah The Scientist and Zillionaire Doe | May 24

Saturday Night at Sekai is gonna be hot with Mariah the Scientist and Zillioniare Doe. Hit the link below for more info.

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40. HouChella Pool Party at Sekai | May 23

The official kickoff party at Sekai gets going at 4pm on May 23. Hit the link below for tickets and more info.

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41. Houston Cigar Week | May 19th to May 25th

Welcome to Houston Cigar Week, the ultimate celebration of cigar culture! Get ready for the biggest, baddest festival in the USA, running from May 19th to May 25th, 2025. Celebrating our 5th Anniversary, this event promises an unforgettable experience packed with top-notch cigars, premium wine & spirits, mouth-watering food, and electrifying music. Don’t miss out on the action – grab your tickets now and be part of the excitement.

FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

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42. Melanie Fiona “Say Yes Tour” | May 21

This is an all ages standing room only event. Doors open at 7PM. Bags bigger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″ will not be allowed!

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43. RNB Block Party | May 24

44. Sip Happens: An Evening with Keisha Nicole, Powered By Hennessy | May 22

Get ready, Houston—because when Keisha Nicole takes over the rooftop, Sip Happens. Join us at Reset Rooftop & Lounge for an unforgettable evening of good drinks, great energy, and rooftop vibes as we kick off Memorial Day weekend the right way. This isn’t your average happy hour. It’s where the city comes to unwind, connect, and celebrate with one of Houston’s favorite voices leading the charge.

From 4 to 8 PM, enjoy exclusive Hennessy drink specials, a lively atmosphere, and a surprise moment you won’t want to miss—courtesy of Keisha Nicole herself. Whether you’re coming with friends or flying solo, the rooftop at 606 Dennis Street is the only place to be. Reset your week, set the tone for the weekend, and sip something worth talking about.

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45. Memorial Day Weekend Hood Jam | May 24

Get ready, Houston! The hottest Memorial Day weekend event is coming to Arena Theatre on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Featuring live performances by: Big Boogie • Dee Baby, Cartel Bo, Zillionaire Doe, Peso Peso, & FMB Longmoney. Don’t miss this epic night of music and energy!