Houston Memorial Day Weekend: Events, Deals and Discounts

Houston Memorial Day Weekend 2026: Events, Deals and Discounts

Memorial Day weekend is bringing a packed lineup of events, ceremonies, concerts, festivals and family-friendly fun across the Houston area.

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Whether you’re looking to honor the holiday, keep the kids entertained or take advantage of a few local deals and discounts, there are plenty of ways to spend the long weekend around Houston.

Events

Freedom Plane National Tour: Documents That Forged a Nation

Date: Now-Monday

Where: Houston Museum of Natural Science

“Experience 250 years in the making! On January 20, 2026, the National Archives and Records Administration, in partnership with the National Archives Foundation, announced the Freedom Plane National Tour: Documents That Forged a Nation traveling exhibition that will bring Founding-era documents to eight American cities throughout 2026, and Houston is one of them.”

“Inspired by the 1975 Bicentennial Freedom Train, the Freedom Plane National Tour will make historic and consequential documents fundamental to America’s founding accessible across the nation to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime exhibition!”

“This exhibition is free and open to the public.”

Buffalo Bayou Cruise: Bats

Date: Friday-Saturday

Time: 7:20PM-8:20PM

Where: 1019 Commerce St, Houston, TX 77007

“Guests will enjoy an amazing view of the bats’ dusk emergence from Waugh Drive Bridge. Learn more about these 250,000 magnificent Mexican free-tailed bats that share the city with us. Reservations required.”

$30 per person.

COMICPALOOZA 2026

Date: Friday-Sunday

Where: George R. Brown Convention Center

“Fans near and far ready your capes, mark your calendars, and assemble your squad – Comicpalooza returns May 22-24, 2026! Transforming the George R. Brown Convention into a pop-culture wonderland fans can expect a jam-packed weekend oozing with geeky entertainment, dynamic programming, family-friendly fun, enchanting exhibitors and a star-studded guest line-up.”

• Friday, May 22, 2PM-12AM
• Saturday, May 23, 10AM–12AM.
• Sunday, May 24, 10AM–5PM

*Hours are subject to change.

Tickets starting at $69.99.

Triumph: The Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded Tour

Date: Friday

Time: 8PM

Where: Smart Financial Centre

Tickets starting at $70.

Texas Monthly Taco Fest

Date: Saturday

Time: 5:30PM-8:30PM

Where: Discovery Green

“Join us at Discovery Green in Houston, TX for the second-annual Texas Monthly Taco Fest SOUTH! Enjoy an evening of live entertainment, culture, and some of the best tacos Texas has to offer, curated by Texas Monthly Taco Editor José R. Ralat. Your ticket grants you access to bites from 15 taquerias featured on Texas Monthly’s most recent list of Top 50 Tacos in Texas. There are two ticket levels, VIP and GA. VIP is limited in quantity, and VIP ticket holders get entry to the event thirty minutes before GA.”

Tickets start at $60.

Hello Sunshine! Rooftop Pool Party

Date: Saturday

Time: 12PM-4PM

Where: 1200 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002

“Join the Opening Summer Kick-Off Pool Party with a live DJ, pool games, floaties, and nonstop fun. Grab your swimsuit and make a splash at the 6th Floor Rooftop Pool at Hyatt Regency Downtown. Food and drinks available for purchase.”

$35 tickets.

Memorial Day Weekend At The Lone Star Flight Museum

Date: Saturday-Monday

Time: 9AM-5PM

Where: Lone Star Flight Museum

“The Lone Star Flight Museum will host Wings of Vietnam, a static aircraft display featuring more than dozen a Vietnam War-era aircraft, along with hangar talks, free flight simulator usage, family-friendly poppy rock painting and other activities to honor and remember United States military men and women who gave their life in service to our nation. The exhibit lineup includes the F-4, NASA’s T-38, CH-46 Sea Knight, T-28, F-100 and the A-1D Skyraider, just to name a few. The museum will be open all weekend, including Monday, the Vietnam era aircraft is a special exhibition that will be available Saturday only, weather permitting. Don’t miss out on the ramp action! Shortly after 10AM, the T/A-4 will taxi and take off to make a few laps around the airport for museum spectators. Aviation enthusiasts will want to arrive at 10AM when the museum opens to catch every moment of excitement.”

Tickets range from $10-$18.

St. Louis Battlehawks vs. Houston Gamblers

Date: Sunday

Time: 6PM

Where: Shell Energy Stadium

Tickets start at $22.

Demi Lovato: It’s Not That Deep Tour

Date: Monday

Time: 8PM

Where: Toyota Center

Tickets start at $100.

Memorial Day Foam Party

Date: Monday

Time: 11AM-2PM

Where: POST Houston

“Bring out the kiddos for some family fun at our Memorial Day Foam Party with family friendly music, and lots of FOAM!”

Tickets are $5.81.

Memorial Day Festival in The Woodlands

Date: Sunday

Time: 5PM-9PM

Where: Town Green Park

“Join The Woodlands Township for the annual tribute to fallen heroes. The Woodlands Township invites residents to the Memorial Day in The Woodlands event on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive. The Sunday event pays tribute to all military service men and women who lost their lives while serving our country. The tribute features live music, children’s activities, strolling entertainment and more at Town Green Park. The evening concludes with a fireworks display (weather permitting) choreographed to a patriotic soundtrack”

Free to attend, including free parking. Cashless concessions.

Memorial Day Ceremony at Bear Creek Park

Date: Monday

Time: 2:30PM

Where: 3535 War Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77084

“Commissioner Lesley Briones invites you to a Memorial Day Ceremony at the Harris County War Memorial in Bear Creek Pioneers Park. This annual Precinct 4 tradition offers a meaningful time for reflection and remembrance.”

“Since its dedication in 1985, the War Memorial has stood as a solemn tribute to the brave men and women from Harris County who gave their lives in World War I and in the conflicts that followed.”

Beach Bash at Typhoon Texas | Memorial Day Weekend

Date: Saturday-Sunday

Where: Typhoon Texas Waterpark

Tickets start at $54.99.

Texas America 250 Exhibit at the Galveston County Museum

Date: Friday, Monday

Time: 10AM-4PM

Where: Galveston County Museum

“As a part of the America 250 celebration, Galveston County Museum is hosting an exhibit from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. This exhibit highlights historically significant Texas Treasures from the State Archives, encouraging all Americans to explore the story of the Lone Star State over the past 250 years.”

Kid’s Pirates Day at SunRay Patio

Date: Saturday

Time: 1PM-3PM

Where: SunRay Patio – 5105 Broadway, Galveston, TX 77551

“Kids Pirates Day! 1:00-3:00pm – ALL FREE!! Food, Games, Treasure Hant, Ship Wrecked Photo Op with our beloved Pirate Camilla Morales!! Face painting!! And more!!”

Saturday at Naked Iguana Brewing

Date: Saturday

Time: 12PM-6PM

Where: 1828 Strand St, Galveston, TX 77550

Enjoy boiled crawfish from Third Coast Boilers, live music from Boo Schaaf and Patrick Olivier, $6 mimosa bar, wine glass caricatures by artist Bonnie Blue ($26 plus one drink voucher) and food from Shepherd Mix Food Bar.

Memorial Day Ceremony at Galveston Naval Museum

Date: Monday

Where: Galveston Naval Museum

“We warmly invite you to join us in honoring the brave men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom at our Memorial Day Ceremony.”

“As a nonprofit, we’re dedicated to honoring veterans and educating through meaningful events, exhibits, and programs.”

“Support our mission by visiting or donating to our museum.”

• Free Parking & Admission from 9AM-11AM
• The Tolling of the Boats by Cavalla Sub Vets Association
• Tidal Taps Refreshments
• Cookies from Milk & Honey Bakery See less

6th Annual ‘Suck The Head’ Crawfish Festival

Date: Saturday

Time:

Where: Prospect Park Restaurant

All you can eat crawfish, featuring live DJs and special performances.

Houston Memorial Day Weekend Takeover

Date: Friday-Sunday

Crowded Functions HTX is hosting a series of shows across Houston for Memorial Day Weekend, featuring major figures in rap music:

• Friday – Montana 700 at The Address
• Saturday – Finesse 2 Thymes at Kamp
• Saturday – G Herbo at NOTO
• Sunday – Lil Baby at Sekai

Pearland VFW Memorial Day Cookoff

Date: Friday-Saturday

Time: 6PM-11:30PM

Cook teams will be preparing margaritas, pinto beans, chicken, spare pork ribs and brisket.

Deals & Discounts

$49.99 Memorial Day Weekend Pass – Kemah Boardwalk, Downtown Aquarium, Pleasure Pier

“Enjoy 4 days of unlimited thrills across all three iconic parks — Kemah Boardwalk, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, and Downtown Aquarium — all with one pass! (exhibits at Aquarium also included)!”

Your Memorial Day Weekend Pass Includes:

• One FREE Stingray Reef Fish Food at Downtown Aquarium
• Unlimited Rides at all three parks from Friday to Monday
• One FREE Zip Line Ticket at Kemah Boardwalk
• One FREE 5D Theater Experience Ticket at Pleasure Pier

$70-Per-Gallon Margaritas at Molina’s Cantina

Molina’s Cantina is offering half gallons of premium batched margaritas for $35 and $70 for a full gallon.

15% Off Dine-In for Service Members, EMS, & Teachers at Texas de Brazil

Texas de Brazil is offering 15% off dine-in lunch and dinner for all service members, EMS personnel and teachers throughout Memorial Day Weekend.

20% Off for Service Members at Kolache Shoppe

Kolache Shoppe is honoring service members by offering 20% off all purchases for guests who present a valid military ID at checkout.

50% General Admission at Houston Zoo for Veterans & Active Military

Houston Zoo is offering 50% off general admission tickets for up to five guests for U.S. veterans and active military personnel. Reservations must be made ahead of the holiday weekend.

Discounts for Active-Duty Members & Family at MFAH

Special discount rates at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston for active-military members and their family are available during the holiday.

50% Off Fogo de Chão

Veterans and active-military members will receive 50% off their meal on Memorial Day, including 10% off for up to three guests.

Free Sandwich at Mission BBQ

Mission BBQ is offering a free sandwich for veterans and active-military members on select daysduring the week leading up to Memorial Day.

Chili’s Offering Free $10 eGift Card with Purchase

Chili’s is offering a free $10 electronic gift card with purchase of $50 in gift cards.

10% Discount for Military, Veterans and First Responders at Outback

Outback Steakhouse is offering 10% off their entire check for all active-military members, veterans and first responders.

Gallery Furniture Memorial Day Sale

Gallery Furniture is featuring Mack’s Memorial Day Super Sale, which includes major discounts on Made in America furniture. Gallery Furniture is also offering free same-day shipping on all orders over $1,000.

10% Off In-Store & Online at Academy for Veterans & Military

Academy Sports + Outdoors is offering 10% off their entire order in-store and online for veterans and active-military members.

20% Off Under Armour for Military, First Responders & Teachers

Under Armour is offering 20% off all purchases for verified military, first responders and teachers via ID.me.

30% Off Adidas for Military & Medical

Adidas is offering 30% off online and in-store purchases for military members and medical professionals.

15% Off Food & Non-Alcoholic Drinks at Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe is offering 15% off food and non-alcoholic drinks for military members.

10% Bass Pro Shops for Military

Bass Pro Shops is offering 10% off purchases for military members.

10% Cabela’s for Military

Cabela’s is offering 10% off purchases for military members.

Shake Shack Offering Free ShackBurger with $10 Purchase

Shake Shack is offering everyone a free ShackBurger with a $10+ purchase starting Memorial Day and through the end of May.

BOGO 50% Off at Firehouse Subs

Firehouse Subs is offering a buy one sub, get one 50% off deal for Memorial Day.

24-Piece Nuggets for $10 at KFC

KFC is offering 24-Piece nuggets for $10 on Memorial Day.