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- Memorial Day Ceremony at Bear Creek
- Memorial Day Festival in The Woodlands
- Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Open on Memorial Day
- Family Overnight at Space Center Houston
- Memorial Day Weekend Pass - Kemah Boardwalk, Downtown Aquarium, Pleasure Pier
- Beach Bash at Typhoon Texas | Memorial Day Weekend
- Supa Soca Memorial Day + Pool Party at The Encore
- Where to Eat
MAY 26, 2025
This cherished tradition takes place every year at the War Memorial, a tribute built in 1985 to honor the brave Harris County residents who lost their lives in WWI and subsequent wars. Join the community to honor their sacrifices and celebrate their bravery. This year, the ceremony is from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
MAY 25, 2025
Celebrate the official start to summer at the annual Memorial Day in The Woodlands festival! The Sunday event pays tribute to all military service men and women who lost their lives while serving the United States. The festival features live music, children's activities, strolling entertainment and more at Town Green Park. The evening concludes with a dazzling display of fireworks in sync with a patriotic soundtrack. Concessions will be available for purchase. Please be advised the Festival beverage booth will be cashless. Guests may pay with cash but will need to have exact change.
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Bayou Bend, and Rienzi—usually closed on Monday—are open on Memorial Day for the long weekend. Immerse yourself in a variety of sights, sounds, and flavors that take you around the world and throughout the universe. Dine, shop, and explore all the amazing art on view. Exhibition Highlights: Tamara de Lempicka (final day open), Knights in Shining Armor: The Pavia Tapestries (final day open), Floating World: A.A.Murakami. Gallery Installations: Harry Bertoia: Echoes in Space, David Hockney's The Four Seasons, Woldgate Woods.
MAY 24 - 25, 2025
Launch right into summer fun with a family camping experience that’s out of this world! Through the Family Overnight program at Space Center Houston, you and your family can sleep under the twice-flown Falcon 9 rocket and take part in exciting, hands-on STEM activities. Each ticket is $79.95 a person.
MAY 23 - MAY 26, 2025
Take advantage of this special offer: 3 parks, 4 days, one pass! This Memorial Day weekend, enjoy unlimited admission on rides at Kemah Boardwalk, Downtown Aquarium, and Galveston Island Pleasure Pier. The Memorial Day pass is $59.99 and is valid at all three locations from May 23 - May 26.
MAY 24 - 25, 2025
Splash into summer at Welcome Back Beach Bash at Typhoon Texas this Memorial Day weekend as they celebrate 10 years! Whether you float the lazy river or dive into the wave pool, this is the place to start your sunny adventures. Enjoy live music, exciting rides, entertainment, and much more this Memorial Day weekend, May 24th - May 25th, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
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Photo by Shawn Chippendale, courtesy of FM Kitchen & Bar
Memorial Day at FM Kitchen & Bar - FM Kitchen and Bar will be extending their weekend brunch service to Memorial Day Monday starting at 10 AM. Plus, happy hour is offered all day on Mondays. Enjoy Chilaquilas, Breakfast Tacos, Banana Foster French Toast, Chicken & Waffles, and $7 classic and frozen cocktails, $5 beers and much more. Enjoy brunch on FM Kitchen and Bar’s spacious patio with TV viewing on every corner. FM Kitchen & Bar is located at 1112 S Shepherd Drive, Houston, TX 77007.
Memorial Day Weekend at J-Bar-M BBQ - This Eado favorite is serving up specials to help you celebrate the weekend. Enjoy 3 Street Tacos + a margarita for $10 on Friday and Saturday, or treat yourself to brunch with $16 bottomless mimosas on Sunday.
Memorial Day at Traveler’s Table - Enjoy the holiday at Traveler’s Table and indulge in a variety of specials. Through May 26, they’ll be offering Mini New England Lobster Rolls with Maine lobster, Beef Tenderloin Kebabs marinated in an herb balsamic marinade, and a Cast Iron Peach Cobbler that will satisfy your summer sweet tooth. Sip on a Watermelon Sugar High or Fig & Walnut Old Fashioned. Traveler’s Table is located at 520 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77006.
Christian’s Tailgate Memorial Day Weekend
Waste the day away at Christian’s Tailgate on Memorial Day. Enjoy $20 domestic buckets, $5 bomb pop frozen margaritas, and $2 hot dogs all day. It’s the perfect combo to kick back and enjoy some much-needed relaxation at any of Christian’s Tailgates locations. Plus, Christian’s Tailgate offers Pedal and Pay Less at all locations, where Bike riders get 20% off their food tab. (Photo by Becca Wright, courtesy of Christian's Tailgate)
Christian’s Tailgate has 4 convenient locations:
- West U - 5114 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098
- Energy Corridor - 1010 Hwy 6, Houston, TX 77079
- Heights - 2820 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007
- Midtown - 2000 Bagby St #105/106, Houston, TX 77002
Jethro’s - If you’re looking for the perfect Memorial Day weekend hangout destination, look no further than Jethro’s! On Sunday and Monday, Jethro’s will have $7 single Rodeo Burger combos, $20 beer buckets, and $8 La Dulcita and Cheers to Papa cocktails all day. On Sunday, Jethro’s will be having a DJ. Jethro’s will also have happy hour all day on Monday, and of course, indulge in their delicious smash burger and fries combo for $7 until 7 pm. Jethro’s is located at 95 Tuam St Suite 102, Houston, TX 77006.
Local Table - All Local Table locations offer a Brunch for Lunch menu, available Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 3 PM. Specialty dishes include the Huevos Rancheros, Southern Crispy Chicken & Eggs, and the Traditional Breakfast. In addition to brunch for lunch, Local Table has launched new seasonal cocktails perfect for enjoying on a sunny Houston afternoon over Memorial Day weekend, including the Briar Patch Sour, Petal Club, and Persian Rose, each with their unique refreshing flavors.
Local Table has multiple locations:
- GOOF: 2003 W 34th St E, Houston, TX 77018
- Katy: 22756 Westheimer Pkwy Ste 100, Katy, TX 77450
- Cypress: 10535 Fry Rd #100, Cypress, TX 77433
- Fulshear: 11525 S Fry Rd Suite 101, Fulshear, TX 77441
\PKL Social is the ultimate spot to spend your Memorial Day. With 4 state-of-the-art pickleball courts, delicious food, refreshing cocktails, and over 20 big-screen TVs you’re guaranteed a fun-filled day. Plus, indulge in all day happy hour on Monday with Rally Hour – $5 24 oz. domestic beers, $2 off all cocktails and wines by the glass, and 25% off snacks and appetizers. PKL Social is located at 1112 S Shepherd Drive, Houston, TX 77007. (Photo by Becca Wright, courtesy of PKL Social)
