Events in Houston in August 2026
Houston has 12 sourced events in August 2026. Compare dates, venues, and ticket sources below, then build the rest of your trip around the events you choose.
The Houston calendar for August 2026 leads with these:
- Houston Restaurant WeeksAug 1 - Sep 7Source: festival calendar
- UniverSoul CircusAug 1Universoul Circus - Houston - Sam Houston Race Park · Source: SeatGeek
- Donnell RawlingsAug 2The Houston Improv · Source: SeatGeek
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By TripSapien Research · Updated May 20, 2026
Sourced events
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- Aug 6 - Aug 9
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth
Reliant Stadium (formerly NRG Stadium). Arts & Theatre · Circus & Specialty Acts.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Aug 6
Molly Santana x North West - Kimokawaii Tour
House of Blues Houston. Music · R&B.
Source: Ticketmaster
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Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Aug 8
Houston Art Car Parade
An annual parade showcasing creatively decorated cars, a unique Houston cultural tradition attracting artists and spectators from across the city.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Aug 15 - Aug 16
Bayou City Art Festival - Downtown
A two-day outdoor art festival featuring local and national artists, live music, and food vendors in downtown Houston.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Aug 21 - Aug 23
Houston Greek Festival 2026
Celebration of Greek culture with traditional food, music, dance, and cultural exhibits at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
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