LATELY IN HOUSTON

“Frida: The Making of an Icon.” The highly anticipated Frida Kahlo exhibition opens soon at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston on Monday, January 19th. The retrospective will feature more than 30 works by the legendary artist and feature other artists that Frida inspired as well. MFAH members can preview the exhibition early this weekend starting on Friday, January 15th.

Socialize without actually talking. Nice. Blue Willow Bookshop's bimonthly silent reading parties lets introverts have their cake and eat it too. Bring your book, sip free wine, and enjoy parallel play with fellow bibliophiles (plus shop dog Jacky Dawson, if she deems you worthy). Leave with new book recommendations, zero small talk required. The next event is January 17th.

Spotted: A (shirtless) cowboy running the marathon. Last Sunday the Chevron Marathon Houston brought out 30k participants and over 250k total in attendance. Tons of creative signs like “We’re going to the cottage,” and “Where are y’all going?” cheered runners on their path, plus a handful of folks in silly costumes made the biggest single day sporting event in Houston fun and festive.

Rodeo's 2026 lineup is here: heavy on country, light on diversity. Houston gets hometown hero Lizzo, plus Kelly Clarkson, J Balvin, and Shaboozey. The roster doesn't quite mirror America's most diverse city, but hey, more women performers are saddling up. Progress rides in slowly. Yeehaw.

Disney meets jazz is finally hitting Doc's. Brandon Guerra and Adam Carrillo swing through "Bare Necessities," "When You Wish Upon a Star," and more childhood classics with a grown up groove. Family-friendly nostalgia meets sophisticated cool plus, of course, yummy chef-crafted bites and cocktails. Bibbidi-bobbidi-bebop your way there to Doc’s Jazz Club’s Disney Night.

This week’s coffee is on us! That means 3 readers will get a $10 gift card to Love Croissants. All you have to do is open today’s issue and you’ll be entered to win.

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WEEKEND EVENTS

All Weekend

• Frida Kahlo exhibition member preview at MFAH 

• Rara Avis by ISHIDA dance performance (sold out but join waitlist)

Thursday, 1/15

4pm-Late, Nightlife | “One in a Million” Celebrating Aaliyah night at Echoes. Live music from 8-11pm.

7pm, Art | Night at the Museum with Chloe Dao and the Louvre Couture Collection at MFAH.

7pm, Community | Date Night hosted by Sophia Conner at Saint Arnold Brewing. “This event blends humor, nostalgia, craft, conversation, and some soft-brave moments into a unique, interactive get-together with all sorts of fun and even a few prizes.”

Friday, 1/16

4pm-6pm, Community | Plants and Prosecco with The Plant Project. “Browse a curated selection of beautiful plants available for purchase, and enjoy complimentary Prosecco as you sip, shop, and discover your next favorite plant.”

6pm-11pm, Art | Analog Media Swap with Ice House Radio and Zine Fest Houston. “Bring books, records, zines, tapes, and other physical media for trading! As usual, Ice House Radio will be BROADCASTING LIVE this time starting at 6pm.”

6:30pm, Movies | Watch Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) at Rooftop Cinema Club. $30 and up.

7:30pm, Games | Ladies Bingo Night at Patterson Park.

Saturday, 1/17

9:30am-12:30pm, Crafts | Intro to Mosaic Making with The Orange Show at Smither Park. $45. 

10am-8pm, Shopping | Sam & Davy Anniversary Party. “We'll kick the morning off with kolaches and mimosas, sounds by @reyhernandezg from 4PM to 7PM, sparkling wine and beer all day long, and 20% OFF EVERYTHING.” Free.

10:30am, Family | Story Time with local author Suhasini Gupta. “This Saturday we'll be celebrating the Indian Kite Festival: Makar Sankranti!”

12pm-6pm, Art | Houston Green Film Festival. $10 and up.

3pm-5pm, Book Club | Silent Reading Party at Blue Willow Bookshop.

9pm-2am, Nightlife | Salsa y Timba Domino Game Night. Salsa dance lessons from 9-10pm.

11:59pm, Theatre | Watch Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) with a live performance by The Royal Mystic Order of CHAOS. $25.

Sunday, 1/18

2pm-5pm, Market | New Year Closet Sale. “Shop vintage, luxury, jewelry, and curated pieces from your favorite local girls.” Free.

2pm-6pm, Market | Punk Rock Garage Sale at Bad Astronaut. Free.

5pm-10pm, Art | In Art We Trust Masquerade Ball. “Bring your mask and your energy—expect original artwork, a pop-up print shop, live jazz, a DJ set, hor d’oeuvres, and plenty of moments worth remembering.” Black tie event. $45. Almost sold out.

9:30pm, Nightlife | Bad Bunny Night at Barbarella. $10.

Monday, 1/19

11am-5pm, Art | Frida Kahlo: The Making of an Icon premiers at MFAH. $24 for museum admission.

11am-5:30pm, Culture | MLK Day Observance: Speeches & Gospels at Rothko Chapel. “Listen to special performances from local Houston gospel vocalists offering songs inspired by Dr. King’s iconic speeches. No registration is required.” Free.

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