The Biggest Concerts, Festivals, Comedy Shows and Events Coming to Houston in 2025
Source: General / Katt Williams
UPDATED JANUARY 6, 2025
One of the country’s most beloved hotspots for food, fun and nightlife, Houston looks to be an even BIGGER entertainment destination in 2025. Coming February 1st-2nd.. Katt Williams returns to Houston’s NRG Area for his Heaven on Earth Tour. Click for tickets. Scroll below for our list of big concerts, festivals, comedy shows and more set to take place in H-Town over the next twelve months. PLUS, check back periodically, as this list will be updated!
1. Charlie Wilson with Special Guest The Whispers
Date: January 17, 2025
Through his music, advocacy, and life story, Charlie Wilson continues to uplift audiences worldwide, bridging generational divides and showing that his soulful sound and positive message are truly timeless.
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2. Shuler King at Houston Improv
Dates: January 17-18, 2025
Funnyman Shuler King is coming to the Houston Improv for two nights! Get tickets below.
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3. Michelob ULTRA PBR Houston
Dates: Jan. 17-18, 2025
For the second consecutive season, PBR’s (Professional Bull Riders) premier Unleash The Beast will buck into Houston, Texas, taking over Toyota Center with the Michelob ULTRA PBR Houston on Jan. 17-18. The event will mark the eighth time the sport’s top tour has taken over Houston, and second that the world’s best bull riders and bovine athletes have competed inside Toyota Center. For two nights only, more than 30 of the best bull riders in the world will go head-to-head against the sport’s rankest bovine athletes, showcasing the ultimate showdown of man vs. beast in one of the most exciting and unpredictable live sporting events to witness.
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4. 2025 MLK Day Parade
Date: January 20, 2025
Organizers for Houston’s Original MLK Jr. Day Parade have announced plans for their 47th annual celebration. The Black Heritage Society said the parade is set for Monday, Jan. 20, 2025 in downtown Houston.
5. Affion Crockett
Date: January 23-25, 2025
Affion currently tours nationwide in comedy clubs and his first hour-long stand-up special titled AFFION CROCKETT: MIRROR II SOCIETY is now streaming on LOL Network, Sirius XM, Xumo, and Pluto TV but you can see him LIVE in H-Town in January.
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6. Katt Williams: Heaven on Earth Tour
Dates: February 1-2, 2025
On the heels of his explosive Netflix comedy special, “Woke Foke,” critically acclaimed comedian Katt Williams announces the Heaven on Earth Tour. Produced by North American Entertainment Group, the upcoming tour with new material kicks off in January 2025, making stops across the U.S., including NRG Arena February 1-2, 2025.
7. Martin Lawrence with Rickey Smiley, Adele Givens & Benji Brown
Date: February 8, 2025
“Y’all Know What It Is!” is an all-new stand-up show and fresh set where Martin brings the real talk and finds the funny in everything from family to culture as only he can. Special guests have been personally hand-picked by the comedy maestro and are some of the hottest comedians on the mic including Adele Givens, Rickey Smiley and Benji Brown. Don’t miss Martin Lawrence in Houston in February 2025!
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8. Jason's Lyric LIVE
Dates: Feb 13-16, 2025
Based upon the motion picture, Jason’s Lyric Live premieres in Houston on February 13, 2025—just in time for Valentine’s Day Week—at The Hobby Center.
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9. NoCap
Date: February 13, 2025
Multi-Platinum maverick rapper NoCap has announced plans for a major US tour – his biggest headline run to date. Produced by Live Nation, the Before I Disappear Again Tour arrives in Houston Feb 13.
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10. R+B Only Valentine's Day
Date: February 14, 2025
Sing, dance, and experience R&B music from past to present. Over 650,000 tickets sold worldwide!
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11. KEM AND LEDISI With Special Guest Vivian Green
Date: February 15, 2025
Don’t miss THE DEFINITION OF LOVE at Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land.
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12. Mary J. Blige ‘For My Fans’ Tour with Ne-Yo & Mario
Date: Feb. 18, 2025
Set your calendars: Mary J. Blige is coming to H-Town’s Toyota Center in February, and she’s bringing a few friends along. This one is for the fans. Don’t miss MJB with Ne-Yo and Mario for the “For My Fans” Tour on February 18th, 2025.
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13. Luenell at Houston Improv
Date: February 21-22, 2025
Luenell is living her dream. With such an intriguing past one would wonder how can she be so funny but it’s just that…life. Her reputation as a comic superstar continues to flourish “…comedy demolition machine” (EURweb report) “a sidesplitting high wired act without a net…” (Scoop LA) “…comedy to die for.” (Metro LA) “…one of the top 25 funniest people in LA (Los Angeles Magazine) and the accolades continue to roll. luenell
14. SahBabii: The Resurrection Tour
Date: February 20, 2025
Don’t miss SahBabii at The House of Blues Feb. 2025!
15. Mardi Gras Galveston
Dates: FEB 21 – March 4, 2025
Mardi Gras! Galveston is a 2-weekend event that includes live entertainment, parades, balcony parties, and more.
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16. Eric Bellinger: The Around The World Tour
Date: February 27, 2025
Prepare for an intimate show with Eric Bellinger at The House of Blues. This is an all ages event. Doors open at 7PM.
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17. Rodeo Houston 2025
Dates: MARCH 4 – 23, 2025
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo promotes agriculture by hosting an annual, family-friendly experience that educates and entertains the public, supports Texas youth, showcases Western heritage, and provides year-round educational support within the community. Since its beginning in 1932, the Rodeo has committed more than $600 million to the youth of Texas and education.
The 2025 Rodeo is scheduled for March 4 – 23. The 2025 World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest, presented by Cotton Holdings, is scheduled for Feb. 27 – March 1. For more information, visit rodeohouston.com.
18. Dancing with the Stars LIVE 2025
Date: March 9, 2025
Straight from Hollywood, See Dancing with the Stars, Live with co-hosts Stephen Nedoroscik and Joey Graziadei and special guest pro Jenna Johnson!
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19. Jacquees
Date: March 14, 2025
The R&B singer will be at Warehouse Live Midtown this March! Get tickets below.
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20. INSIDIOUS – A Live Horror Experience
Date: March 21, 2025
Brace yourself for the scare of a lifetime, as the world of Insidious jumps off the screen and into your theater seat with INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR – an immersive live horror experience that brings your darkest nightmares to life right before your eyes. Insidious: The Further You Fear is an all-new, thrilling story set in the Insidious universe.
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21. HEB Heritage Day 2025
Date: MARCH 29, 2025
The largest African-American civic event in Houston, Texas area. This event will highlight the rich culture and traditions of the African-American Cowboys & Cowgirls.
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22. Millennium Tour 2025
Date: March 30, 2025
This 2025 tour follows the unparalleled success of “The Millennium Tour” brand over the years, which broke box office records and was honored with a Billboard Award for “2022 Rap Tour of the Year.” Don’t miss Trey Songz, Omarion, Bow Wow, Plies, Boosie, Ying Yang Twins, RSVP (Ray J , Sammie, Bobby V, Pleasure P), Nivea, with special guest Rick Ross in Houston this spring!
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23. Denzel Curry – Mischievous South Tour
Date: April 3, 2025
Denzel Curry returns to H-Town this Spring at Bayou Music Center! Get tickets now!
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24. Bone Thugs N Harmony at The House of Blues
Date: April 5, 2025
The iconic group returns to Houston in Sprin 2025. Doors open at 7p.
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25. Aziz Ansari: Hypothetical Tour
Date: April 13, 2025
Funnyman Aziz Ansari is coming to Houston Spring 2025. Don’t miss his one-night show at The Bayou Music Center.
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26. Curren$y with Live Band at Warehouse Live Midtown
Date: April 22, 2025
The Jet Life Boss returns to H-Town April 22nd with a LIVE Band. Get tickets below.
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27. Kendrick Lamar and SZA: Grand National Tour
Date: April 23, 2025
Following a massive 2024 which saw the summer’s biggest hit (“Not Like Us”), a spot in the Super Bowl Halftime Show, and a surprise album (GNX) that debuts at #1 on the Billboard 200 this week, Kendrick Lamar is kicking off 2025 by hitting the road in a major stadium tour with former TDE labelmate and frequent collaborator SZA.
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28. Jess Hilarious at Houston Improv
Date: April 25-26, 2025
Prepare for laughter galore with Jess Hilarious, the comedian with a gift for hilarious one-liners and an irresistible sense of humor. You’ve seen her on hit shows like “Rel,” “Wild ‘N Out,” and networks such BET, MTV, VH1, Comedy Central, and HBO’s All Def Comedy, where she left a lasting impression with her unique comedic style.
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29. "Where the Party At" with Nelly, Ja Rule and Eve
Date: Sept. 4, 2025
Don’t miss a night of great throwback hits in The Woodlands! Fall 2025!
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30. Tyler, The Creator CHROMAKOPIA: THE WORLD TOUR
Date: March 19, 2025
CHROMAKOPIA: THE WORLD TOUR, in support of his forthcoming album, will feature special guests Lil Yachty and Paris Texas. Don’t miss CHROMAKOPIA in Houston this March!
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31. Tobe Nwigwe: HOME IS WHERE THE HOOD IS TOUR
Date: April 5, 2025
The tour, produced by Live Nation, kicks off on Friday, January 24 before wrapping up on Saturday, April 5 with a hometown show in Houston, TX at 713 Music Hall.
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32. Shakira Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour
Dates: June 15-16, 2025
Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour is in support of her LP of the same name that dropped in March, marking her first new album in seven years. Following its release, the set landed at No. 1 on Billboard‘s Top Latin Albums and Latin Pop Albums chart, a feat that made her the first woman to secure No. 1 albums in four different decades. It also scored a Latin Grammy nomination for album of the year. Don’t miss 2 nights of Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour with Shakira this June 2025!
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33. Tacos and Tequila Festival with TI, Lil Jon, Chingy, Paul Wall + More!
Date: April 12, 2025
Grab the old crew and enjoy a night out kickin’ it at Sam Houston Race Park with your favorite throwback artists, while chowing down on Houston’s best chef-inspired taco vendors throughout the festival. Wash those tacos down with some margs and tequila. Throughout the day, there will be:
• Lucha Libre Wrestling 🤼♂️
• Chihuahua Beauty Pageant 🐶
• Exotic Car Showcase 🏎️
• Salsa & Queso Competition 🧀
• Artistic Photo Ops 📸
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34. Hatta's Madd Vacation
Dates: October 19-26, 2025
H-Town!! Get ready for Hatta’s Madd Vacation… This time… It’s aboard The Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage 2025. The 7 Day Party departs from New Orleans on Sunday, October 19th 2025 aboard The Carnival Liberty with port of calls in Mahogany Bay, Belize, and Cozumel.
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