Do It! Houston: Top 20 Summer Events

A curated list of the best upcoming events in the Greater Houston Area. Summer 2017 Houston Area Events Update This is our curated list of the 20 not-to-be-missed summer events in Houston.  Freedom Over Texas July 4th @ Eleanor Tinsley & Sam Houston Parks Celebrating 30 years of July 4th music, fireworks and fanfare on Buffalo Bayou, Houston's signature patriotic event. Click below for more information. Website Houston Home + Design Show July 15 & 16 @ Sam Houston Race Park Houston Home + Design Show and Northeast Houston Home & Garden Show are the only Home & Garden Shows in Houston that are 100% Free! Click Here for more information Website Beyond The Pines Festival August 5th, Sam Houston Race Park Beyond the Pines provides a unique experience with Texas country, rock, and soul music. This year, Beyond the Pines will host some of the most talented musicians, feature one of a kind food and beer, and  an unparalleled experience to be remembered for years to come. Texas Taco, Tequila & Margarita Festival August 19th Heritage Place, Downtown Conroe 35+ taco vendors - Tequila Flights and Tastings - Margaritas - Kids Zone - Vendors - Live Donkey - Mariachi Bands - Desert. CLICK HERE FOR MORE Taste of Houston Festival September 9 & 10, Town Green Park, Woodlands 220 Booths, 20 Live Bands, 20+ Rides, Craft Beer & Wine Tastings, 20 Food Trucks, Restaurants & Eateries, Performing & Visual Artists.  10-8 Saturday and 10-7 Sunday Tickets on Sale now at THIS LINK Food Truck and Vendor Space still available HERE Discovery Green presents Rosie Flores July 13th - Discovery Green Park The undisputed queen of alt-country/rockabilly music, Rosie Flores brings her show to downtown Houston's Discovery Green Park as part of the Thursday night free concert series. Click here for more information   Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone™ in Concert July 21st - Houston Symphony 615 Louisiana St, Ste 102, Houston, Texas 77002 Audiences will be able to relive the magic of the film in high-definition on a giant screen while hearing the orchestra perform John Williams' unforgettable score. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS AND INFO Kingwood Free Kids Festival August 19th, Kingwood Town Center 8 N. Main Street, Kingwood 77339 The annual kids festival where all rides, games, activities, and admission are is 100% FREE! Thats right, FREE! There will also be over 100 vendors, food trucks, and more.  RSVP your Free Tickets HERE Julydoscope Saturday July 15th - Discovery Green Downtown Houston Join Houston Cinema Arts Society's 7th annual Julydoscope for a picnic-perfect* evening of music, poetry, and film. For More Information, CLICK HERE World Series of Dog Shows July 19th-23 - NRG Stadium Your whole family will enjoy the lively performance events and exhibitions, relay races and conformation judging, plus seminars, displays and shopping. Absolutely everything to do with dogs and the people who love them will be happening at the Houston World Series of Dog Shows. Click here for more information  Christmas In July Market July 28 & 29 Humble Civic Center, Humble Around 100 vendors will be on hand selling gifts, jewelry, handbags, clothing, holiday items, arts, crafts & more + live music, cocktail lounge & more! CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO Summer Series Art Stroll June 30 & July 28 - Sawyer Yards 2101 Winter St, Houston, Texas 77007 The artists at Sawyer Yards will host you for a night of art, music, & friends! Explore our buildings, meet new artists, sip on a refreshing summer cocktail & enjoy. Click here for more information   Bud Light Weenie Roast July 22nd - Cynthia Woods Mitchel Pavilion 3pm-10pm The Bud Light Weenie Roast concert featuring: Chevelle, Blue October, 10 Years, Missio, and Dinosaur Pile Up.  Click here for more information   Houston Texans vs. NE Patriots Saturday August 19th NRG Stadium The pre-season game of the year! Always a great match-up regardless of how it has ended recently. Time to cheer JJ Watt and the boys on to a big victory!  Click here for more information   Lake Houston 10K/5K Saturday August 19th Kings Harbor, Kingwood TX 8th annual Lake Houston 10k5k presented by Memorial Hermann!  Click here for more information    Taste of New Orleans Festival Saturday July 7th Jones Plaza, Downtown Houston Everything that makes the Cresent city special will be on display. Come witness the Food, Art, Culture and definetly the music that that makes New Orleans such a special city. Click here for more information   Houston Shakespeare Festival - Richard III July 29, August 2, 4, & 6 Miller Outdoor Theatre Political maneuvers, media manipulation, and pushing one's luck beyond the breaking point culminate in this fast-paced classic. Click here for more information Lyle Lovett August 24th at The Hobby Center Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of Americana, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers  Click here for more information Pearland Wine & Food Festival Saturday August 26th   Pearland Town Center -  11200 Broadway St.  Pearland Celebrate Wine and Food! The 6th Annual Pearland Wine and Food Festival by Dionisio  Click here for more information Museum Experience Day Saturday July 29th Museum of Fine Arts Houston Celebrate the arts of Houston at the Houston Museum District's Museum Experience Day. The MFAH joins Zone 3 neighbors the Jung Center and Contemporary Arts Museum Houston with activities and fun for all ages  Click here for more information    Do It! Houston - www.DoitHouston.com