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Juneteenth. World Cup. Houston.
++ Weekend events & a coffee giveaway!
Kathrina Maribao
June 18, 2026
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LATELY IN HOUSTON
Celebrating Juneteenth. It’s Juneteenth weekend, and Houston and Galveston are not playing around. From a poetry showcase at a historic museum to bike rides, live concerts, and a full-on parade, there's something every day. Maze and Chante Moore close it out at Miller Outdoor Theatre Friday night. Houston Public Media
ChòpnBlọk is on the move. Permits suggest chef Ope Amosu's Michelin-rated, James Beard–nominated West African concept is opening a third location at Greenside Memorial. It’s a $1.25M build-out targeting a November debut, plus a $200K expansion of the Montrose flagship on Westheimer. Neither is officially confirmed, but the paperwork tells a pretty clear story. Chron
Streaming who? DJs in Houston have too many records, and the city is reaping the spoils. Houstonia tracks the vinyl revival driven by DJ Good Grief's Record Klub, DJ Elevated's Third Ward Vinyl Club, Good Junk Vintage at Axelrad, and Brian Powell spinning-and-selling at 93' Til. Bars, brunches, and bookshops are joining in. Houstonia Magazine
Soccer meets the canvas in EaDo. A Beautiful Game: Every Match Leaves a Mark opened June 13th at Mitochondria Gallery, just blocks from the FIFA Fan Fest. Curated by Houston native Jackson Smith, the free month-long show gathers eight artists from the US and Africa exploring soccer as identity, migration, and connection. On view through July 3. Forward Times
Houston's going full orange. The Dutch are bringing their iconic Oranje Fanwalk stateside ahead of the Netherlands vs. Sweden World Cup match on June 20. The 2.5-mile parade kicks off 8:45am from Rice Stadium led by the Oranje Bus that crossed the Atlantic to Galveston, and ends at NRG before noon kickoff. Live entertainment starts at 8am. Axios Houston
This week’s coffee is on us and Jo’s Coffee! That means 6 readers will receive a $10 gift card to Jo’s Coffee in The Heights. All you have to do is click on this link and you’ll be entered to win!
Winners will be randomly selected and emailed tomorrow morning.
Photo by Chad Wadsworth
Cool off this summer at Jo’s Coffee in The Heights with seasonal specials like the Taro Dream Cold Brew and Grasshopper Matcha, plus a limited-time lineup of World Cup-inspired drinks available June 13 through July 4.
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WEEKEND EVENTS
All weekend:
A full guide to Juneteenth events Houston Public Media
Garden Guardians at Houston Botanic Garden (for kids)
Giselle at Houston Ballet
The Music of Queen at Houston Symphony
Thursday, 6/18
10am-10pm, Culture | Go Tejano Day at FIFA Fan Festival.
5:30pm-7:30pm, Art | The Kinetics of Urban Movement: Skateboarding + Architecture Opening Reception at Architecture Center Houston.
6pm, Nightlife | Global Sounds DJ Series: Brother Jackson Allers & Moon with Ice House Radio at Hotel Saint Augustine.
6:30pm, Culture | Mexico vs South Korea Watch party at Levy Park.
7pm, Dancing | Argentine Tango Series at Levy Park. “You will be introduced to Tango fundamentals through rhythms and learn about musicality, connection, basic patterns, and communication. You don’t need a partner or experience.”
8pm-11pm, Culture | Parlay on the Blok at ChopnBlok.
Friday, 6/19
6pm-10pm, Art | Art & Margs: Soccer Edition with Bandida Collective.
6pm-9pm, Art | Rhonda’s Baby by artist Bria Lauren at FLATS.
6:30pm, Art | Poetry Open Mic at Brazos Bookstore.
Saturday, 6/20
10:30am-12:30pm, Art | Coffee & Camera Club. “Whether you’re shooting on film, digital, or just getting started, come connect with fellow photographers, creators, and coffee lovers.”
3pm-10pm, Market | Houston Maker Market at Houston Mid Main.
8pm, Dining | A Taste of Houston at HMNS. “Wander through the Museum’s halls after hours while experiencing a curated tasting journey inspired by the cultures that make Houston one of the world’s most diverse cities.” $125.
8:30pm, Film | Moonlight Movie Nights: A Bug’s Life (1998) at Hermann Park.
Sunday, 6/21
9am, Community | City Girls Who Walk Houston starting at The Wortham Fountain.
5pm-10pm, Market | Tulip’s Market presented by Ice House Radio.
7pm-8pm, Yoga | Yoga in the Park at Hermann Park.
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