Happy New Year!!

There are probably a thousand things I missed since everyone and their mother is doing a NYE event. Please check out the other new years thread or post here for anything I missed.

All weekend:

All weekend – "The Mystery of the Christmas Star" Show @ HMNS @ 2PM Join the Houston Museum of Natural Science for a scientific yet festive exploration of the star the wise men followed to find the baby Jesus. This Christmas story retelling is suitable for viewers of all ages.

All weekend – "Let It Snow" Music Show @ HMNS @ 10:30AM The Burke Baker Planetarium celebrates the winter season with a brand new holiday music show!

All weekend – "The Draughtsman's Contract" Screening @ MFAH Peter Greenway's signature film, "the Draughtsman's Contract" features intricate wordplay, extravagant costumes, and opulent photography that all weave a labyrinthine mystery in 17th-century England.

THURSDAY and FRIDAY – Christmas Village @ MFAH Bayou Bend @ 5:30PM Last chance to enjoy an immersive Christmas experience at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens.

Ongoing – Alberto Giacometti Exhibition @ MFAH An ensemble of 60 masterpieces highlight legendary sculptor's Alberto Giacometti’s most important creative achievements. Tickets include general admission.

Ongoing – Golden Worlds Exhibition @ MFAH Showcasing the diversity and brilliance of ancient Colombian cultures, through figurative ceramics, ceremonial and ritual items, feather works, textiles, metal works, and historical documents, Golden Worlds invites visitors into a cultural dialogue that spans both space and time.

Ongoing – Jennifer Steinkamp: The Seasons Exhibition @ MFAH Jennifer Steinkamp has transformed the landscape of contemporary art with her profoundly beautiful light-based installations that celebrate the ebb and flow of the natural world.

Ongoing – Wall Drawing Series: Mel Bochner @ Menil Drawing Institute The Menil Drawing Institute is proud to work with artist Mel Bochner on the fourth installment of the museum’s ephemeral wall drawing series. Continuously succeeding to blend traditional compositional devices with Abstract Expressionism, Bochner stands out as a one-of-a-kind artist whose art strives to make us more attentive to the unspoken codes that underpin our engagement with the world.

Ongoing – Robert Motherwell Exhibition @ Menil Drawing Institute Renowned for his contributions to Abstract Expressionism, Robert Motherwell is a multifaceted and innovative artist, whose decades-long career has made him one of America's greatest artists.

Ongoing – Zoo Lights @ Houston Zoo Enjoy an extra festive stroll around zoo grounds where TXU Energy has set up the perfect holiday lights experience.

Ongoing – Galaxy Lights @ Space Center Houston @ 6PM This winter explore the most interactive and technologically advanced light display in Texas.

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THURSDAY – DECEMBER 29

Art Activities for Families @ MFAH @ 11AM Join in gallery activities with museum educators who help spark discovery about works of art in the exhibition "Alberto Giacometti: Toward the Ultimate Figure."

Kid Flicks Children's Film Showcase @ MFAH @ 11:30AM Kid Flicks compilations feature highlights from the New York International Children’s Film Festival.

"Lightyear" Movie Screening @ Market Square Prague @ 7PM Forget about trekking to the theater for your movie fix and head to Market Square Park for a free outdoor movie under the stars.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra @ Toyota Center @ 3PM/7:30PM

A Magical Cirque Christmas @ Smart Financial Centre @ 7:30PM

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FRIDAY – DECEMBER 30

Mistletoe Square @ Market Square Park @ 6PM Your last chance to enjoy live music and watch live artists create artwork that showcases winter holidays around the world. This week's holiday- Osaka.

Lea'h Sampson Comedy Showcase @ The Secret Group @ 7PM

Tobe Nwigwe @ 713 Music Hall @ 8PM

Tooloji @ House of Blues @ 7PM

Los Skarnales @ The Heights Theater @ 7:30PM

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SATURDAY – DECEMBER 31

Rockets vs Knicks @ Toyota Center @ 7:30PM

Mixers & Elixirs: New Year's Eve Party @ HMNS @ 8PM Ring in the new year with HMNS! Featuring live music, DJs, food trucks, and cash bars.

'Straight No Chaser' Comedy Show @ Smart Financial Centre @ 7PM

New Years Eve Comedy Showcase @ The Secret Group @ 11PM

Hold on Hollywood @ Warehouse Live @ 6PM

Bad Bunny Dance Night @ House of Blues @ 9PM

Dancing & Desserts: NYE Celebration @ The Heights Theater @ 9PM

NYE Celebration @ POST @ 8PM

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SUNDAY – JANUARY 1

"Eternal Daughter" Screening @ MFAH @ 5PM Acclaimed director Joanna Hogg’s new film is a brilliant and captivating exploration of parental relationships and the things people leave behind.