Zip 77077 (Houston) · Weekend of 2026-01-09
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| Zip 77077 (Houston) 77077 | Weekend of January 9-11, 2026 |
WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Cool and crisp; High 64°F, Low 42°F. Zero percent chance of rain with clear, sunny skies.
Ongoing utility work on Memorial Drive near Eldridge may cause minor eastbound delays.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
The 2026 Houston Boat, Sport & Travel Show
Friday 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
"It is the largest indoor event this weekend, offering a climate-controlled environment to explore the latest in marine tech and outdoor gear without the winter wind chill."
PRO TIP: Purchase tickets online to skip the NRG Center box office line; parking is easiest in the Yellow Lot.
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📍 Top Spots
Terry Hershey Park Trail Run
Saturday Morning • 15200 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77077
A scenic 10-mile paved and dirt trail network running through the heart of the Energy Corridor.
Best For: Active professionals and distance runners. • Cost: Free
The Pit Room Memorial (New Location)
Lunch or Dinner • 10301 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024
The newly opened second location of Houston's iconic craft barbecue spot, featuring an expanded patio and full bar.
Best For: Foodies and families looking for high-quality Texas brisket. • Cost: $20 - $40 per person
Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green
Friday Night / All Weekend • 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010
Outdoor ice skating in the heart of downtown. This is the final month of the season.
Best For: Young families and couples on a date night. • Cost: $17 (includes skate rental)
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Active & Outdoors
Buffalo Bayou Cistern History Tour
$12
Various slots Friday-Sunday • Buffalo Bayou Park
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Tip: Reservations are required; children must be at least 9 years old for history tours.
Mode: Family Fun
Children's Museum Houston: 'Physics Factory'
$15
Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM • Museum District
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Tip: Arrive at 10:00 AM sharp to beat the mid-day school group rush.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday Night
Live Music at The General Public
Social
Saturday Afternoon
BBQ Lunch at The Pit Room
Foodie
Sunday Morning
Terry Hershey Trail Walk
Wellness
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
I-10 Katy Freeway Lane Closures
Westbound near Gessner Rd all weekend.
Use the Katy Tollway or Memorial Drive as an alternative to avoid bottlenecking.
NRG Park Event Traffic
Saturday mid-day due to the Boat Show.
Take the METRORail Red Line to the Stadium/Astrodomain station to avoid parking fees and traffic.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
Avatar: Fire and Ash (PG-13): James Cameron returns to Pandora, exploring the aggressive 'Ash People' in this massive visual spectacle.
Zootopia 2 (PG): Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde team up again to solve a case involving a mysterious reptile.
Five Nights at Freddy's 2 (PG-13): The survival horror sequel continues the story of the haunted animatronics at Freddy Fazbear’s.
📅 Plan Ahead
| Date | Event | Action |
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| January 18, 2026 | Chevron Houston Marathon | High; expect major road closures across the city. |