Zip 77077 · Weekend of 2026-02-20

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Zip 77077 77077

Weekend of February 20-22, 2026

WEEKEND SNAPSHOT

Mild and unseasonably warm with highs reaching 75°F and plenty of sunshine.

Preparation for the World's Championship Bar-B-Que Contest at NRG Park next week may increase early traffic on I-610.

⚡ If You Only Do One Thing

Mardi Gras on Main in La Porte

Saturday, Feb 21, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

"It is the region's largest high-energy coastal celebration this weekend, featuring a 'March to Mardi Gras' parade, live Zydeco, and a King Cake eating contest without the drive to Galveston."

PRO TIP: Park at Sylvan Beach Park and take the shuttle or enjoy the short walk to avoid Broadway Street closures.

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📍 Top Spots

Maggie’s Coffee Energy Corridor

Friday-Sunday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Energy Corridor area (off Eldridge Pkwy)

A newly opened local coffee hub (debuted Feb 2) sourcing beans from Independence Coffee Co. and serving fresh Kraftsmen pastries.

Best For: Professionals looking for a new remote-work spot or families on a morning pastry run. • Cost: $-$$

Houston Bike Fest at Saint Arnold

Saturday, Feb 21, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM • Saint Arnold Brewing Company

A family-friendly cycling pop-up featuring e-bike test rides, a cargo bike corral, and the 'Itsy Bitsy' bike race for toddlers.

Best For: Active professionals and parents with young children. • Cost: Free admission

DIY Nature Journals

Saturday, Feb 21, 10:00 AM • Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

A guided workshop to create handmade notebooks followed by an observation walk through the winter trails.

Best For: Nature lovers and those seeking a creative, low-impact outdoor activity. • Cost: $37

Choose Your Mode

Mode: Family Fun

Black History Story Time Included with $19.95 admission

Saturday, Feb 21, 1:00 PM • Children's Museum Houston

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Tip: Purchase tickets online in advance to skip the entry line; parking is tight in the Museum District on Saturdays.

Mode: Foodie Pursuit

Tamale Festival Houston

Sunday, Feb 22, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM • Ironworks HTX

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Tip: Arrive before 1:00 PM to ensure the best selection of specialty tamales from smaller vendors before they sell out.

Weekend at a Glance

Friday Night

Folk 'N February with Jaimee Harris

Live Music

Saturday Afternoon

Woodson Black Fest at CAMH

Cultural

Sunday Morning

Maggie's Coffee Winter Brunch

New Opening

⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs

La Porte Road Closures

Saturday afternoon on Main Street and Broadway.

Use Highway 146 and approach from the south to access public parking lots.

Rodeo Prep Congestion

NRG Park and I-610 South Loop all weekend.

Avoid the South Loop if possible; use Westpark Tollway for east-west travel instead.

🍿 Movies

Top Box Office

How to Make a Killing (R): Glen Powell stars in this dark comedy thriller about a simple scheme that spirals into a life-or-death criminal underworld struggle.

Wuthering Heights (R): Director Emerald Fennell's bold reimagining of the Brontë classic starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi as the iconic Catherine and Heathcliff.

Crime 101 (R): A high-stakes heist thriller starring Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo centered on a legendary jewel thief and the detective closing in.

New This Weekend

Psycho Killer (R): A tension-filled horror-thriller following a police officer on a mission to hunt down the serial killer who murdered her husband.

I Can Only Imagine 2 (PG): The sequel to the faith-based hit continues the story of Bart Millard as he navigates the aftermath of his band's massive success.

📅 Plan Ahead

Date	Event	Action
Feb 26-28, 2026	World's Championship Bar-B-Que Contest	High; tickets sell out fast for specific tents.
Feb 28, 2026	Downtown Rodeo Parade	Medium; arrive by 8:00 AM for street-side viewing.

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