Your Guide to February

FEBRUARY 6 - 17, 2026

Discover the excitement of Mardi Gras! Galveston, the third-largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States! With two weeks of parades, balls, balcony parties, live music, and colorful celebrations, Mardi Gras! Galveston is your ultimate festival destination. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun or an adults-only night out, there’s something for everyone.

FEBRUARY 7, 14-15, 2026

There's nothing quite like Monster Jam! Get ready to watch these metal giants soar with high-flying stunts and action-packed excitement. Don't miss the most popular trucks like Grave Digger®, El Toro Loco®, Sparkle Smash™ and more at NRG on February 7 and 14 -15 - Get your tickets now!

FEBRUARY 10 - 15, 2026

See how the world would be! Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and original director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today…and always. Hadestown intertwines two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — as it invites you on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers, and singers, Hadestown is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go.

FEBRUARY 14, 2026

Create lasting memories and celebrate love and connection at Radiant Romance, a specially curated Valentine's Day experience for couples or family/friend pairs and groups 21+ at the Houston Botanic Garden. Enjoy light bites, signature sips in a commemorative cup, and music from a live DJ. Select a special keepsake from the crafting section and snap photos in front of the Valentine's-themed backdrop. End the evening with a glowing stroll through Radiant Nature with more than 50 large-scale Chinese lantern installations. Secure your spot now for an evening to remember!

FEBRUARY 15, 2026

Come celebrate the Lunar New Year 2026 at the heart of Downtown Houston at Discovery Green. This free and family-friendly festival will take place at the Anheuser-Busch Stage where visitors will enjoy cultural performances from Lee’s Golden Dragon, Han Narea, Dance of Asian America and more!

FEBRUARY 21, 2026

Celebrate Black History Month with the 5th annual Woodson Black Fest at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (CAMH)! This year’s Woodson Black Fest will feature spoken word performances, poetry, and music inspired by Tomashi Jackson: Across The Universe. In honor of the distinguished author and thinker Carter G. Woodson, Woodson Black Fest brings enlightenment, creativity, and innovation to celebrate the contributions of Black artists and artisans to our community.

FEBRUARY 26 - 27, 2026

Black Arts Movement Houston proudly presents Urban Souls Dance Company in its annual Black History Month dance concert, Truth Be Told, taking place Thursday, February 26, and Friday, February 27, 2026, at 7:30 PM at The Hobby Center’s Zilkha Hall. Truth Be Told is a powerful evening of dance that honors the stories, ancestors, and cultural legacies that shape the Black experience. The Thursday, February 26, 2026, performance will include a Lifetime Achievement Honor for Melanie Lawson, celebrating her enduring impact on Houston’s cultural and civic life. Friday, February 27, 2026, will serve as Black Organization Night, honoring Black-led organizations and community partners whose work continues to sustain, protect, and uplift Black life in Houston.

FEBRUARY 28, 2026

More than 250 teams compete in the World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest presented by Cotton Holdings. While most team tents are invitation-only, visitors can enjoy several public venues, including The Garden Stage, presented by Miller Lite, Rockin’ Bar-B-Que Saloon, and the Chuckwagon. Plus, the Carnival, presented by First Community, is open for wild rides and fun games. The Garden Stage features some of the best up-and-coming and established artists in Texas country. The Rockin’ Bar-B-Que Saloon also features live and DJ music, and has an outside patio for visitors to enjoy. Inside the saloon is the Chuckwagon, where visitors can pick up their complimentary BBQ plate.

 Sloomoo Institute, near the Galleria, invites everyone to explore its newest installation, Groov’s Groovy Grove, which opened on January 15. It’s been a hit in New York City, with fans including John Legend + fam! Think black lights, big vibes, and slime that drops the beat. With sound-reactive sensors in every bowl, each squeeze and swirl sparks funky rhythms, letting guests DJ their own slime-powered soundtrack.

For a highly immersive experience, visit the newest Sandbox VR location in the CityCentre district. There, you will be able to choose from ten different VR experiences, including the new Stranger Things experience, created in partnership with Netflix. Stranger Things: Catalyst allows fans to step inside the global phenomenon in an all-new immersive chapter that puts you at the heart of Hawkins’ darkest secrets. Other experiences include Rebel Moon: The Descent, Deadwood PHOBIA, Deadwood Valley, Seekers of the Shard: Dragonfire, Amber Sky 2088, Deadwood Mansion, UFL: Unbound Fighting League, and more kid-friendly games like the popular Squid Game Virtuals and Curse of Davy Jones.